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Ryan B. Martinez

Ryan B. Martinez is a freelance writer and editor based in Austin. He loves and has written about popular music, comic books, issues pertaining to the LGBTQ community and his hometown of El Paso.

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Texas Mountain Biking

By Ryan B. Martinez

Find grit, speed, and astonishing vistas in Texas, where mountain biking trails go unmatched. We navigated rocky canyons and lush scenery on the best bike routes that the state has to offer. Texas…

The Historical Hills of Texas

By Ryan B. Martinez

Whether austere or humble, public or intimate, locations of historical significance in the Texas Hill Country offer much to the average visitor. On trips to two renowned places, we rendezvoused with…

War, peace, and art are rooted in Big Bend Country, a region that has hosted conquistadores, missionaries, gunslingers, miners, and more. We drove the El Paso Mission Trail and hiked the routes of Big…

Driving the Hill Country

By Ryan B. Martinez

About 5,000 varieties of wildflowers transform a car window’s view of the Texas Hill Country into a live-action Van Gogh. Taking routes on ranch roads and well-trodden highways, we zigzagged the map…

Around the World in One State

By Ryan B. Martinez

Cultural diversity, fed by waves of immigration from around the world, make modern-day Texas a great place to get out of your comfort zone. We test our Mandarin in Houston and learn oompah dance moves…

Made in Texas: Famous Brands

By Ryan B. Martinez

Some of the most universally popular companies saw their beginnings right here in the Lone Star State. From the brewery that makes Shiner Bock to the original Blue Bell Ice Cream factory, we visit the…

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Family Fun in the Hill Country

By Ryan B. Martinez

For all-ages fun, the Texas Hill Country can’t be beat. Watery wonderlands and sporting events with themed nights are just some of the region’s highlights. Here, welcoming weather and human ingenuity…

North by Northeast on a Texas Wine Trail

By Ryan B. Martinez

Prolific soil and a Texan penchant for detail make the Piney Woods ideal for grape growing; the region’s trail of 20-plus wineries proves it. We drove a jagged line through northeast Texas, finding…

Tapping into Texas Brews

By Ryan B. Martinez

Texas boasts more than 80 microbreweries, each one distinct from the next. Sampling brands at brewpub wonderlands and embarking on tours in Austin and Houston, we navigate the foam-flecked craft beer…

Notches on Texas' Barbecue Belt

By Ryan B. Martinez

Texas' barbecue belt is packed with destinations that would each be number one in any other state. In Texas, it's a hotly contested toss-up. Whether you're a fan of pulled pork, fatty brisket, or…

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