Over the weekend, I had the most darling staycation with my husband at the Marriott Medical Center / Museum District in Houston! The hotel recently completed the final phase of their multi-million dollar renovation that includes a new lobby, 2 new restaurants (Main & Green and Curate), a refreshed M Club for elite members and … Continue reading
Between the freak snow storm and the overall gloomy January weather in Houston, I’ve been stir crazy and itching to get out of the house and do something fun. The rose of my week was definitely getting out an exploring Downtown Houston. Even though I work in the city and regularly go out on the town, it’s amazing to see … Continue reading
Planning a girls weekend getaway? Might we suggest Vegas, New Orleans, Austin, The Woodlands. If you’re skeptical, I hear you. As a city slicker who escaped Houston suburbia after high school to move inside the loop and live it up, I’m not going to lie–I had low expectations. I was expecting sleepy restaurants with high priced … Continue reading
We love a good spa day, and now, downtown Houston has an amazing spa (and pool!) for the ultimate treat yo’self day: the Marriott Marquis’ Pure Spa. Bonus: It’s Not Hou readers and followers get a 20% discount on all services valid until 4/30, AND a glass of champagne on arrival. Use the code ITSME#1 when calling … Continue reading
he Texas lazy river is on the 6th floor of the newly opened Marriott Marquis in downtown Houston. Houston is now officially home to the coolest pool in town, Texas, the world! I mean, have you seen it?! If that’s not love at first sight I don’t know what is. We had the chance to check out … Continue reading
It’s reeeeeally important to not mess up Mother’s Day. It should, for most of you, be the most important day for your mom. At the very least, your mom carried your infant butt around for nine months and, to top that all of, raised you for another 18 YEARS! She deserves some major kudos on … Continue reading
Having spring break FOMO? Wasting away under the florescent lights of adulthood? Want a break from the monotony of your 9-5? Sounds like you need a staycation. It’s like college spring break, but better because you are employed and actually have money now. Here’s how to spend get some serious R&R and have the ultimate staycation … Continue reading