New Braunfels Guides

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Tasty Treats: 9 of Our Favorite Ice Cream Spots Around New Braunfels
New Braunfels offers a well rounded scoop scene, from elegant gelato and craft custards to nostalgic soda fountains and vibrant paleterias. Whether you want a shaded patio, a stroll friendly…
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Best Texas Cities to Visit Each Season: Weather Guide 2025
Let me tell you something about Texas weather… it's basically playing Russian roulette with Mother Nature. One day you're sweating through your shirt in Houston's sauna-like humidity, and the next…
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A child wearing an orange hat sits on a wooden dock fishing, accompanied by a large dog, with a vast, calm lake stretching into the horizon under a cloudy sky.
Texas Fishing Guide: Top Lakes & Coast Spots That Produce
Look, we've all been there… standing on the shore at 5 AM, watching everyone else reel in fish while you're basically just practicing your casting technique. If you're tired of…
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Top Texas Breweries and Distilleries for Beer & Whiskey Tours
Breweries & Distilleries Worth the Trip in Texas Texas doesn't do anything halfway, and that includes its craft beer and spirits scene. From bourbon ranches where you can arrive on…
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Texas State Benefits 2025: Complete Guide to SNAP, Medicaid & More
Getting help from Texas state benefits feels like trying to solve a Rubik's cube while riding a mechanical bull. The system is complex, the wait times are brutal, and just…
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Official Texas Symbols: The Complete 2025 Guide
Texas leads the nation with 76 official state symbols, more than any other state, and each one comes with its own legislative battle story. From the legendary bluebonnet to the…
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Family Fun in Texas: Complete Guide to Kid-Friendly Destinations
Let's be honest… planning a family vacation in Texas can feel like trying to herd cats across 268,000 square miles of possibilities. But here's the good news: whether your crew…
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Ultimate Texas State Parks Guide: Camping, Hiking & Hidden Gems
Texas state parks might just be the best-kept secret in outdoor adventure, though with 9 million annual visitors, maybe the secret's getting out. From pink granite domes to bottomless swimming…
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10 Small Towns in Texas Worth Visiting in 2025
Texas small towns are having a moment, and honestly, it's about time. While everyone's cramming into Austin's food truck lines or fighting for parking at the Alamo, some of the…
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7 Hidden Gem Destinations in Texas You’ve Never Heard Of
Everyone knows about the Alamo and Big Bend, but Texas hides some seriously incredible destinations that most tourists completely miss. After digging deep into the state's lesser-known spots, I've uncovered…
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Texas’s Weirdest Laws That Are Still Technically Enforceable
Everything's bigger in Texas, including the collection of bizarre laws that somehow still exist in 2025. From limits on adult toy ownership to mandatory newspaper ads before making it rain,…
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Starting a Business in Texas: Requirements & Costs 2025
So you want to start a business in Texas? Join the club—literally 391,918 other people did the same thing last year. The good news is that Texas makes it surprisingly…
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Stacked: 9 Must-Try Sandwich and Sub Spots in New Braunfels
Sandwiches in New Braunfels are anything but ordinary… from quirky one-of-a-kind delis to timeless roadside diners, there’s a spot for every craving and every budget. Whether you love a classic…
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Complete Guide to Texas Taxes: Rates, Exemptions & Examples
If you're thinking about moving to Texas because there's no state income tax, hold your horses… that's only part of the story. While your paycheck won't get dinged for state…
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Best Historic Texas Restaurants Still Serving After 50+ Years
You know that feeling when you walk into a restaurant and the walls practically whisper stories from another century? In Texas, dozens of establishments have been serving the same family…
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Texas Homeowners Save $4,000 Yearly With These Proven Tips
Texas homeowners face a perfect storm of financial challenges, with property taxes averaging 1.81% (seventh highest nationally), home insurance premiums 87.5% higher than the national average, and extreme heat driving…
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A Deep Dive into New Braunfels’s Best Yoga Studios
Ready to find your next go-to yoga spot? Whether you’re searching for candlelit flows, high-energy classes, or somewhere to just breathe and belong, the New Braunfels area has you covered…
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New Braunfels’s Top Plant Nurseries: (More Than) Worth a Trip
Whether you dream of turning your backyard into a tropical escape or just want a hard-to-kill houseplant, New Braunfels has a surprising range of nurseries where both beginners and longtime…
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Home Decor Refresh: 12 New Braunfels Stores Worth a Visit
Finding the perfect pieces to make your house feel like home is half the fun of living near New Braunfels. From cozy plant shops to sprawling warehouses packed with treasures,…
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Beat the Boredom: New Braunfels’ Coolest Spots for Active Kiddos
Families searching for fun ways to keep kids active and entertained have plenty of options in and around New Braunfels. From creative art studios and pint-sized museums to outdoor river…
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