Beyond Abilene’s city limits, small towns in the Big Country can have a lot to offer. And since you may not have time to do a weekend trip to a metro area, why not consider a day trip to a nearby town? Albany, Texas is a 36-minute drive away, and features entertainment, shopping, and restaurants for a family getaway or girls weekend. Follow our schedule for the perfect Day Trip … [Read more...]
Road Trip to Baird
While Abilene is full of activities to do, there’s lots of shopping, eats, and adventures awaiting in surrounding towns in the Big Country. A short car ride of an hour or less can take you to the hidden treasures of our community. Consider Baird, a city that formed from a railroad stop in 1880. It became the county seat of Callahan County in 1883. Today it features a few unique … [Read more...]
Simple Summer Getaways
Ready to take a three-day weekend and slip away from the daily grind? We’ve got you covered with ideas for a road trip you can make happen with just a long weekend. No over-hyped big city spots here; we suggest off-the-beaten path places where you can enjoy the simplicity of nature, adventure and a healthy dose of small-town Texas charm. Wimberley Head south to … [Read more...]
Escape or Embrace?
Winter getaways to embrace the winter weather or escape to the sunny south. By Dan Carpenter Abilene’s moderate winters send some area residents looking for other climates to travel to in search of summery temperatures or more snow for winter enjoyment. Tim and Jenny Fox, owners of Fox Coffee in Abilene, were stationed in Alaska for nine years, while Tim was … [Read more...]
One Tanks Spring Getaways
By Dan Carpenter Whether your Spring Break goal is to relax or go all out, there are several destinations that won’t break the bank or require a refill on the tank. San Angelo-Christoval A short, 20-minute drive south of San Angelo you’ll find the town of Christoval and The Hummer House, a three-cottage bed and breakfast. Each cottage offers privacy … [Read more...]