Beautiful winery! Such a great find! Beautiful Spot and…read moreamazing wine for any palate. My faves are the Aglianico, Rose Aglianico, Chardonnay. But to be honest they were all good. I will definitely be back for more wine and great conversation.

I had an amazing tour experience with Shannon and Don! I…read morehappened to be in Plano over the weekend for a conference so since I came this far, I hopped on a bus and scheduled myself for less than 24 hours in Waco! I didn't realize that the #Magnolia properties are closed on Sunday, so I found other fun ways to get the Waco hospitality from the moment I arrived. I was actually glad that I got to see the town for what it is a few days before people traveled there from all over for #Silobration. I look forward to returning to Waco for a longer visit! I booked this tour through the Viator website and the tour group was really responsive from the beginning. I was actually concerned that my bus arriving to town might cause the tour to be delayed if they waited for me, but they were so kind with accommodating my schedule. It all worked out as it should timewise. I really enjoyed learning about Waco from Shannon and Don's perspective. First of all they are super friendly and welcoming and make you feel like neighbors! They shared stories of individuals from this small town who had done great things. They talked about big natural disasters that the town overcame! They showed us the natural beauty of the area around the zoo, and the rivers around town. I loved the college town feel too that made me long to go back to those college days. I also got to see several of my favorite fixer upper homes as we drove through town - many of which are now airbnbs! I don't want to spoil all that they shared, but I highly recommend their tour and will definitely return to do their river sunset tour. I also really appreciated that since they knew I was on foot and trying to get to the Dr Pepper Museum before they closed in less than an hour, they offered to drop me off there, which is not the normal ending point for the tour.

This is a good tour. Brad and Don are incredibly knowledgeable about the area. They are…read morepersonable and funny! My friend and I drove around on our own and passed many of the points of interest that are on the tour. However, without being in Brad and Don's company, we would have never known about the history of the city... or been there for their dad jokes (ha,ha!). The reason I didn't give it a full five stars is because it's mainly a driving tour. It's hard to hear the commentary from the back of the bus; and, we only stopped twice: once to see Common Grounds and get a drink, and the second to stop in a park to see a view. It was quite chilly in their Sprinter; and I would have preferred to have more places to explore from outside the vehicle.

We had friends visiting from Michigan on Mother's Day. We took the Mother's Day morning sunrise…read moretour. It was amazing. The captain and his wife were amazingly kind. We had a wonderful boat ride. The scenery and the weather were beautiful. The boat was clean. they offered us water and we just had the best time. The whole thing was a pleasant experience.

We took the Fixer upper Tour 8/29/25. Had so much fun . The…read morelady who drove and guided was a local and knew the Gains. She made it's so interesting and answered all our questions. We got to stop at Jimmy John's and see his ironwork and Jimmy Don happen to be there so got to meet him. It was a great tour take it. You'll have a lot of fun. It lasted 2 1/2 hours.

Highlight of our Waco trip-We had 5 moms and 6 daughters…read more This was so much fun-they used our music play list and stopped at a few convenience stores. (between bars for drinks and snacks). The driver, Danielle was awesome giving us suggestions of drinks at each bar. Aron (super nice and friendly) was our host/guide keeping us entertained and on schedules! Perk: Danielle stayed with the bike keeping an eye on drinks/water when we went into bars. FYI-No actual peddling was needed-. Highly recommended this for fun.

We just had a sisters Birthday weekend and scheduled an afternoon with Waco Pedal tours! it was…read moreAWESOME!! Wilson was our driver, protector and entertainer! We will definitely come back and book a tour!!! Thanks Wilson!!!

The food choices were something I would not have thought were good but they were great. Our tour…read moreguide was just ok. He did not give extra info than what was required but the food selection made up for it

We decided to take a Waco Wine Tour and visit Magnolia for my friend's bachlorette party. Yes it…read morewas a a fun weekend, and yes I remember everything! With the Waco Wine Tour you get to stop at three wineries and sample about 5-6 samples at each winery. There is also a stop at a vineyard (and unfortunately we didn't go at the right season), but you get to see where all the vines and grapes grow, as well as have a delicious snack from a nearby market! I found some great wine I liked and our tour guide Joey was amazing! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and answered every random question we could think of. He let us have alone time, giving us the right amount or privacy, but was always engaging and positive when we wanted to include him in girl time. I'm so glad I got this as my first wine tour experience, and if I'm ever in the area, I will have to come back and take the tour again... as well as buy some delicious wine!

We had the most amazing time on the Waco Wine Tours bus! Accommodating, easy, and fun! Valley Mills…read moreVineyard was our favorite, but all of the stops and wine was delicious! Staff was knowledgeable, driver was so great, and everything was always on time! This is the perfect type of excursion to add to a Waco weekend!

The local Home Builders Association booked Bilbrey Tours to take them to Austin Texas to meet the…read morestate Reps. I'm a member of the organization and went along; bus ride was long but very good. Watched movies and the bus were clean on time at the stops. I recommend them

I have traveled with Bilbrey for about 8 years. I have never been disappointed and you can set…read moreyour watch by their promptness. The folks go out of their way to make sure that the trip is enjoyable.

I really wish I was able to rate an infinite amount of stars!! I was recommend to check out the…read moretravel factory by my coworker regarding a cruise I was looking into. I was, and still am, astonished at the INCREDIBLE service I have received by the AMAZING Ms. Donna! She effortless set up the hotel, cruise cabin, shore excursions, and everything else I would need to have an unforgettable experience. She always has a smile on her face, and an answer for any question I could think of. Donna knows all the tips and tricks, and really looks out for those she is helping. If you are looking into a great vacation, please go see her. She has a customer service that you do not see anymore these days. I know that I'll be seeing her for my future vacations, and am looking forward to working with her again!

This was a magical experience that we will remember forever. My children couldnt wait to wake up…read morein the morning to feed the animals and we had such a lovely encounter with the giraffes, Sloths, Kangaroos, otters and Cappabaryas. We cant even name our favorite as they were all incredible, once in a lifetime experiences. The staff is kind, informative and attentive. Not a dull moment!

Absolutely incredible weekend at Blue Hills Ranch. We were fortunate to stay in the stunning…read moreGiraffe Villa... a hefty price, but worth it if you can afford it. The Giraffe barn is attached to one side of the house, and their pasture is on the other side. It is the most fabulous "Barndominium" with incredible finishes and clearly thoughtfully designed. That experience alone was mind-blowing.... however we also had the Gold Packages and were able to experience everything the ranch had to offer! Zebras, Capybaras, Kangaroos, Otters, Deer, Homer the Dromedary!!! Everywhere you turned there were more animals and more experiences offered. My children and I were in absolute animal heaven and will be thrilled to return. I will say, our vacation was expensive and it did not disappoint. However, I do believe you can absolutely visit this ranch on a budget.... Probably one of the best experiences was their ranch safari and that is a nominal price and totally worth it! You can see the entire property and all of the animals on the safari trip. Additionally they have fantastic cabins that are themed, and if you have children under the age of 10, the pirate themed cabins are beyond your wildest imagination.... as far as I am aware all of the sleeping accommodations include kitchens so you can absolutely cook for your family instead of paying for the delicious ranch food. That said... Chef Alan is phenomenal and out of this world excellent chef. Each meal was made with love and artistry. The staff at Blue Hills Ranch all go above and beyond to create lasting memories for you. I absolutely recommend this experience as a NOT TO BE MISSED event! We are already planning a return in October/November depending on availability . Cannot wait. Looking forward to being among these amazing staff members (shout-out to Jen, Anne, Shelby, Emily, Chesney, Alan...) the guard dogs, and all of the incredible exotic animals. Thank you, Matt!

Locals tell me that it's not unusual to see folks on horseback going through the drive-through lane…read moreat Dairy Queen. This small town has kept out intruders like Wal-Mart in order to maintain a preserved atmosphere that is very appealing. The pace is slow here. I passed through Albany years ago and was intrigued by some interesting sculptures in the courtyard of an old jail that had been converted into an art center. It was closed that day so, when I had some time recently, I drove the three hours from Dallas to try my luck again. What kind of art do you think is displayed here? Nope. You're wrong. A small gallery of Renoir, Modigliani, van Gogh, de Goya, Delacroix, Boudin, Munch, Monet, Matisse, Picasso, Pissarro... well, I could go on but this list is enough to make any art lover pause. It's not all paintings. There are some fascinating sketches and preparatory drawings. There are also very good small collections of Mexican and Asian art. Exhibitions of modern art have a place here, too. One room has local and western artifacts that provide context into Albany itself. In spite of all the great art here, I will never forget the two 19th century childhood dolls of Celia Mae Terry Nail. Comprised of nothing more than cotton, string, and ink, these are literally rag dolls. It's a heartbreakingly direct window into what it was like to be poor during those times. A toy, any toy, was obviously an out-of-reach luxury so a humble rag had to suffice. That this is called an art center and not a gallery or museum is apt because the Old Jail Center occupies a special place in the community. During my visit, I watched children finishing their art projects for the day. On a wall were a series of 'giving trees' painted by an elementary school class. Unfortunately, in today's United States, art does not always play a central role in communities. It was reassuring to see that in such a small place as Albany, art is a cultural touchstone. I look forward to future visits.

Fantastic museum with friendly, knowledgeable staff housed in an incredible building! One of the…read morebest collections of art west of Ft. Worth, Texas.