A few exits north of Dallas lies the bubbling town of Frisco, which I quickly learned is a mecca for sports fans and has plenty to sustain itself for a weekend of adventure. Frisco was the final stop in my grand tour of North Texas after days spent in Dallas and Plano. Here’s what I … Continue reading
Category Archives: Texas
A Houstonian’s Guide: 24 Hours in Plano, Texas
Plano is anything by plain. It’s a bubbly, town just north of Dallas that is growing to be a destination for North Texas staycations, business folk, and Texas adventurers. In addition to being the headquarters to many household names like Liberty Mutual, Chase, Toyota, Frito-Lay, and JC Penny, Plano has a thriving food, culture and … Continue reading
How to Explore and Party in Austin like a Local
The amount of things to do in Texas is limitless. We’re continuing to explore and discover new gems in Houston, and when you throw other Texas cities into the mix, the potential for adventure is absolutely exponential! Austin is one of our favorite spots for weekend adventures. Our fearless Texas capital is just a few … Continue reading
Margaritas & Murals: Exploring Dallas with the Locals
As a proud Houstonian, is it okay to like Dallas? I went on a mission to the Big D to find out for myself if it’s possible. After a lovely day there, I can safely say that Houston’s northern I-45 neighbor has a lot to offer. Over the past few years, I’ve been to Dallas … Continue reading
A Houstonian’s Guide: A Weekend in Boerne, Texas
Being born and raised in Houston, I have no real concept of small-town Texas. That is, until my aunt moved to the cutest little house in Boerne, Texas. We’ve been enjoying cowboy Christmases ever since. Most of my time spent in the town has been at my aunt’s house and, even if we were to … Continue reading
48 Hours in Texas Hill Country
With San Antonio, Austin, Fredericksburg and fabulous hiking just a few hours away, there’s no reason you shouldn’t be able to hop in a car tomorrow and have a fabulous weekend enjoying the highlights of Central Texas. A few weeks ago, some friends and I made a spontaneous road trip so my roommate could check … Continue reading
A Houstonian’s Guide: San Antonio in 24 Hours
If you’re a Texas native like me, you know San Antonio as a city 3 hours outside of Houston that houses The Alamo — that thing from that one war that we had to study but retained no info. (Kidding, sorta.) But actually, San Antonio is a cute little city with a small-town feel and … Continue reading
Houston Day Trip: Hiking Sam Houston National Forest
This past weekend, I made a point to opt out of all the consumerist trends and commune with nature. Changing up my Sunday brunch routine, I headed up north to Sam Houston National Forest to prove a point that wilderness activities are easily accessible to Houstonians, and I’m capable of doing the nature thing. Getting … Continue reading
3 Breweries to Try in Austin
It’s surprisingly rare that I find myself in the Austin area, considering it’s a 2.5-hour drive. It’s not so surprising that when I go, I drink a lot. Although, lately in my old age it’s been more about the breweries and surrounding wine country rather than my college visits to Sixth Street or Rainey Street — … Continue reading
A Houstonian’s Guide: 24 Hours in Marfa, Texas in the Summer
This past week, I went to a little town in the middle of nowhere Texas to look at art in the desert. It was awesome. If Marfa isn’t on your radar, it should be. It’s a fantastic little art haven in West Texas, spitting distance from Mexico, that’s the perfect addition to any road trip … Continue reading