Frequently recognized as one of the best and friendliest small towns in the United States, Fredericksburg is hardly a secret. Living in Austin, I've been making the trip for years for wine tastings, shopping, and a weekend reset that doesn't require an airport. What continues to surprise me is how each visit feels different. Sometimes it's as simple as striking up a conversation with a local who points me toward my favorite bakery of the trip, and another might introduce me to a new grape varietal.