Cynthia J. Drake

Cynthia loves wandering off the beaten path to small Texas towns in search of great stories. She also enjoys traveling with her two sons.

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Seven Reasons to Visit The Woodlands Now

By Cynthia J. Drake

February 27, 2025

Preserving Traditional Black Gospel Music

By Cynthia J. Drake

January 2, 2025

Ring in the Holidays at These Texas Hotels

By Cynthia J. Drake

November 25, 2024

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Pets Can Join the Fun at These Dog-Friendly Hotels

Pets Can Join the Fun at These Dog-Friendly Hotels

By Cynthia J. Drake

November 1, 2024

Small Town Stays with Big Histories

Small Town Stays with Big Histories

By Cynthia J. Drake

Create Lasting Memories at These Family-Friendly Resorts

Create Lasting Memories at These Family-Friendly Resorts

By Cynthia J. Drake

Four Texas Hotels and Resorts With Plenty of Star Power

Four Texas Hotels and Resorts With Plenty of Star Power

By Cynthia J. Drake

Experience Harlingen in the Rio Grande Valley Like a Local

Experience Harlingen in the Rio Grande Valley Like a Local

By Cynthia J. Drake

Keep Your Kids Entertained With These Texas Holiday Activities

Keep Your Kids Entertained With These Texas Holiday Activities

By Cynthia J. Drake

November 22, 2023

Lubbock’s Culinary Evolution Brings Something New to the Table

Lubbock’s Culinary Evolution Brings Something New to the Table

By Cynthia J. Drake

October 24, 2023

Get Your Money’s Worth at these Historic Texas Bank Hotels

Get Your Money’s Worth at these Historic Texas Bank Hotels

By Cynthia J. Drake

October 6, 2023

Restoring Gulf Coast Barrier Reefs One Oyster Shell at a Time

Restoring Gulf Coast Barrier Reefs One Oyster Shell at a Time

By Cynthia J. Drake

September 19, 2023

Stay in a Former Lutheran Chapel at The Kendall in Boerne

Stay in a Former Lutheran Chapel at The Kendall in Boerne

By Cynthia J. Drake

August 31, 2023

Coastal Que BBQ Is the Freshest Catch in Matagorda

Coastal Que BBQ Is the Freshest Catch in Matagorda

By Cynthia J. Drake

Saddle Up in Bandera, the Cowboy Capital of the World

Saddle Up in Bandera, the Cowboy Capital of the World

By Cynthia J. Drake

8 Overnight Adventures to Do with Kids this Summer

8 Overnight Adventures to Do with Kids this Summer

By Cynthia J. Drake

Six Essential San Antonio Cocktails to Try This Summer

Six Essential San Antonio Cocktails to Try This Summer

By Cynthia J. Drake

Project Pollo’s Plans to Take Its Vegan Chicken National

Project Pollo’s Plans to Take Its Vegan Chicken National

By Cynthia J. Drake

September 29, 2022

Nonprofit Hugs Café in McKinney Offers More Than Sandwiches and Cookies

Nonprofit Hugs Café in McKinney Offers More Than Sandwiches and Cookies

By Cynthia J. Drake

December 23, 2021

Have Yourself a Merry Little Weekend in the ‘Christmas Capital of Texas’

Have Yourself a Merry Little Weekend in the ‘Christmas Capital of Texas’

By Cynthia J. Drake

November 24, 2021

Carnitas Is the ‘Only Thing’ on the Menu at This San Antonio Restaurant

Carnitas Is the ‘Only Thing’ on the Menu at This San Antonio Restaurant

By Cynthia J. Drake

September 23, 2021

9 Unusual Ice Cream Flavors to Try in Texas This Summer

9 Unusual Ice Cream Flavors to Try in Texas This Summer

By Cynthia J. Drake

August 13, 2021

One Travel Writer’s Journey to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine Led to One of Her Most Memorable Texas Trips

One Travel Writer’s Journey to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine Led to One of Her Most Memorable Texas Trips

By Cynthia J. Drake

The Owners of This San Antonio Bakery Are Carrying On Their Mother’s Legacy

The Owners of This San Antonio Bakery Are Carrying On Their Mother’s Legacy

By Cynthia J. Drake

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