The IDYR Journal
Texas, from the
driver's seat.
Guides, planning tips, and local favorites for making the most of a Hill Country day. Written by the people who drive it every week.
Off the Beaten Path Wineries and Farms Around Fredericksburg, Texas
Skip the crowded tasting rooms. Three quieter stops, the correction almost every guide gets wrong about where they are, and the order to drive them in.
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Think Before You Visit: How to Get Around Wimberley Valley Without Getting Stranded
No reliable rideshare, patchy service in the hills, and everything twenty minutes apart. Have a ride strategy before you arrive.
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The Best Hill Country Wineries for Your First Texas Wine Tour
Planning your first Hill Country wine tour? Here is where to go, how many stops to make, and how to actually enjoy the day instead of driving it.
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How to Plan the Perfect Wimberley Bachelorette Weekend
Wimberley is a bachelorette dream: wineries, swimming holes, and a whole house feel. Here is how to plan a weekend that actually runs smoothly.
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Brewery or Winery? How to Choose Your Hill Country Crawl
Not sure whether to book a winery day or a brewery crawl? Here is a quick, honest guide to which one fits your group, and why you might do both.
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Uncorking Joy: A Guide to Kid Friendly Wineries in Fredericksburg
Wine tasting with kids in tow? Fredericksburg makes it easy. A parent’s guide to the most family friendly wineries in the Hill Country, plus a few to skip.
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