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Heading to destinations that are a little less obvious is an excellent way to guarantee a unique experience when you travel. If you've got Texas on your must-visit list, definitely drop a pin in San Antonio. Here's where we went:

📍2M Smokehouse — a must-visit for fall-off-the-bone barbecue.

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With the ever-rising costs of gas and food, the idea of disposable income can feel like a distant fantasy. Free activities are a good solution to the constraints of having to save up, whether for a weekend around town or to add to your out-of-town itinerary.

The cost of living continues to rise across the country, forcing each dollar earned to stretch further. While vacations are undoubtedly beneficial for mental health, maintaining savings, paying down debts amid inflation, and regular expenses likely take precedence. But not everything enjoyable has to come at a high price. In fact, there's probably a roster of completely free things to do in your current area.

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While there are many unique restaurants in Texas for your dining pleasure, have you ever dreamed of dining inside a treehouse? The Laurel Tree restaurant in Utopia, Texas, can make your dream come true!

This treehouse restaurant is only an hour and a half drive from San Antonio, making it the perfect day trip destination for lunch or key stopover for dinner during your next road trip.

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Why go to Mexico when you can find clear blue water in Texas? These seven unique spots across the state offer the perfect place to go swimming and cool down from the scorching southern sun.

Texas is a huge state full of many different hidden gems — from a Blue Lagoon to the white sand beaches and coastal waters of the Gulf Coast.

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