The New Braunfels Texas Blog

There’s so much to love about New Braunfels that sometimes, I feel genuinely sorry for people who don’t live here. With easy access to both San Antonio and Austin, it’s the ideal hill country location. While New Braunfels makes a nice day trip for folks in other parts of Texas, I feel that you can’t … Neighborhood Focus: Legacy at Lake Dunlap

Some years, I can knock my Christmas shopping out in October—no problem. I hunted down wish lists, stalked online sales, and unsubscribed from as many email lists as possible (shipping was free, okay?). Other years… well… I know you’ve been there, too. It all starts so smoothly. You get the house decorated and the tree … Local Gift Ideas in New Braunfels, Texas

If you’re anything like me, then you don’t just have a “to-do list.” You have a whole to-do book. And some days, the book has you. You review your grocery lists (multiple because the brands you love are divided between three different stores), lists of household tasks, your kid’s basketball schedule, and quarterly goals that … Summer Home Renovations to Enhance Your Living Space in New Braunfels

When it comes to buying a house, there is one major piece of advice that I would give to my younger self. Splurge on location. Spend more than you think you can. Skimp on everything else. Your gourmet kitchen, spa-quality bathroom, and carefully-chosen paint colors will all go out of style. It’s an evolutionary hazard. … The Best Neighborhoods in New Braunfels

Ice cream is one of those indispensable summer treats that, if done right, turns into a full-blown family activity. It’s an hour to bedtime, and the impending sugar high will have you questioning all your life decisions, but… you’re only young once. If your kids want ice cream at 8 PM—and they’ll never ask again!—then … The Best Ice Cream in New Braunfels