Recreation

A good hotel pool is like a good pair of underwear. It will make you feel breathable, comfortable, and keep your body cool.

Dreaming of the ocean lately? I am. Add a road trip, white sand beaches, and pina coladas, & I'm ready to go. You?
In the meantime, how about a photo journey?

These renovations will enable children with mobility issues to play at the park, just like any child. Just like all children should be able to do.

You get extra points for not caring what anyone else thinks and EVEN MORE points if you do it in front of your neighbors. ;)

After a few minutes I become more accustomed to the quiet and my brain calms. I start to notice the sounds of nature. Then, the ideas start to come.

Even if you can only carve out a few hours, make rest a priority. It can make the rest of your days not only more pleasant, but more productive, too.

If you have a really fun weekend planned, that might mean you're headed to Louisiana. One site says Texas is just a mediocre place for fun, but Louisiana is a Top 5 spot for amusement. Really?  Ok, why?!
These "fun" rankings are based on several things, and it's a who…

We'll have great weather at times this week, and you might be looking for things to do outside to make the most of it.  Like eat!  Food can be even more fun when it's sunny and 75 and there's a great view to go along with the sandwiches and chips.
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How in the world does one build a brand new lake? East Texas is about to find out.
And how did it get its name?

Everybody knows about sunscreen and beach chairs, but what if you want to take your beach time to the next level? With temperatures climbing into the 90s (in some areas, the 100s) this month, now is the perfect time to buckle down and get serious about planning the perfect trip to the beach...
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Roller coasters and water slides are so last year.
The latest trend is indoor trampoline parks. Charging fees of $8 to $14 an hour, there are approximately 50 parks in the US that feature wall-to-wall trampolines. The parks are exceedingly popular, with revenues approaching $100 million.