Hi there, rodeogoer! Consider this your one-stop shop for my advice on the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo — what to do, how to get around, and more. Let’s start with the basics, shall we? Getting there Yes, you can drive — factor in $25 minimum for parking if you don’t already have a pass. …
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a bit of a beast to get into, around, and out of! Check out our expert tips and recommendations.
FYI: This post has been updated with 2026 details! If you’re a Houstonian, forget Christmas, THIS is the most wonderful time of the year! Rodeo Houston is kicking off with the cook off Feb. 26-28! New to town? Cook off is one huge party, and Houston companies/cook off teams all buy tents — big ones, …
Barcelona felt instantly different from Madrid. Like a whole different country (which it basically is, Catalonia). And some described the difference in a very Texas way: Madrid is Dallas, and Barcelona is Austin. I HATE this description bc I love Madrid and would not compare it to Dallas, ew. Just kidding. But, I still … Continue reading
This post originally published Oct. 27, 2015, but has been updated and republished to include the 2016 fest info! I’m sorry, but is there any festival in Houston that makes you happier or more exciting than something called the “Houston Margarita Festival”? No. Literally, the only thing that sounds better is, like, a free money … Continue reading
We’ll I’ll be damned if I didn’t admit that I fell in love with Amsterdam with my weekend trip in the city. It was filled with whimsical canals, intricate architecture, restaurants that served more than just bread and cheese, and some of the most gorgeous fall colors of the season. As I’ve been traveling for … Continue reading
September slipped right past us, so to make up for it, we are doubling down. Basically, Anastasia and I both have been traveling a lot lately (proof). But, we wanted to keep you in the loop on what’s happening locally. Whether it’s a new spot, or just new to us, here are the 10 things … Continue reading
Munich. The Capital of Bavaria. International Destination for Ocktoberfest. And perfect excuse for a quick day trip to Europe. If you have only 24 hours to spare, here’s how to spend the most magical day in Munich. Morning: Parks O’clock As someone who’s been on the road traveling for work (and the occasional fun) for … Continue reading
Attention shoppers, a new beauty store has opened in the new and improved Saks Fifth Avenue in the Galleria. It’s called Aesop, and, while it’s an international company, this is the first Houston location. The products make your face feel clean af, which is all I really look for in a beauty care regimen. I … Continue reading
I honestly could have (and should have) written this post a little sooner. It’s already mid-October, guys! When/how/why did this happen?! I can just tell you where my surprise comes from. Sure, it’s fall… but we’ve still got summer temps. For that reason, you may still refer to the Summer’s Where to Drink Now. Or, … Continue reading
So, I did all this travel recently, which was amazing. 10/10 would recommend. And during my 12-day trip around a new continent, I stayed in four different cities in three different types of lodging: hostel, hotel and Airbnb. I went to Paris, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome — check out the city guides! I did a lot of … Continue reading
Ghent is one of the best kept secrets in Europe. It’s a medieval city with castles, canals, cathedrals, and wildly good food and shopping. It might not be at the top of your list when you’re planning out your next Euro-trip, but I’m here to tell you that it should be. It exceeded all the expectations … Continue reading
You’d really think I’d be over Heights houses turned into cute businesses, but I’m so not. I had high hopes for EQ Heights because it’s really cute, and I love coffee. We went for a brunch (not a full-fledged brunch club outing; just a quick b-fast). While it didn’t completely check all my brunch boxes, … Continue reading