4 Cozy Texas Treehouses to Snuggle up in this Fall

September has arrived! It is hard to believe this month is finally here! Although the first day of fall is not until the end of the month (September 22nd), in my mind Fall is already here. With the arrival of this colorful season come some of my favorites things of all time including: relaxing rainy days, brisk sweater weather, the crackling of wood burning in the fireplace, scary stories and more! What better way to celebrate the arrival of Fall 2020 than by planning a fun and cozy staycation(ish) in a Texas Treehouse! Here are options I found on Airbnb that will allow you to escape the monotonous (and sometimes hectic) routines of life at home, so that you can focus on some of your favorite things during the Fall season.… Read More 4 Cozy Texas Treehouses to Snuggle up in this Fall

September 11, 2020January 8, 2024 VacationLikeALocal3 Comments

5 Reasons why your next Girls Only Spa Retreat should be at the Hotel Crescent Court

I have been in a total of five weddings, including my own. During my time as a bridesmaid, I have had a few awesome experiences and some experiences that were not as great. So, when the time finally came for me to be a bride I knew exactly what I wanted to do to show… Read More 5 Reasons why your next Girls Only Spa Retreat should be at the Hotel Crescent Court

August 17, 2020 VacationLikeALocalLeave a comment

5 Fun Places in The Colony that are Great for Family Activities

I have spent an overwhelming majority of my life living in Plano, Texas. But now, my Fiance has moved to The Colony (November 2019); and in July, I will be moving in with him as his wife. Over the 25 years of living in Plano, it has been amazing to see how my hometown has… Read More 5 Fun Places in The Colony that are Great for Family Activities

February 10, 2020January 8, 2024 VacationLikeALocalLeave a comment

7 Wellness Resorts Around Texas for an Escape

Sometimes it easy to forget that there is more to this state than just Dallas and everything going on in the city! If you are ready for an escape for some R&R, we have gathered 7 wellness resorts around the state that are sure to help you wind down!… Read More 7 Wellness Resorts Around Texas for an Escape

January 27, 2020January 28, 2020 VacationLikeALocal1 Comment

5 Beautiful French Chateaus that are Perfect for Destination Weddings

After my engagement, I seriously considered having a destination wedding. Of course, my dream venue for a destination wedding would have been a unique (yet stunning) French chateau. This would allow my guests and I to spend a ween on vacation, then celebrate the end of the week with a wedding. Eventually, we decided to stay in the Dallas area for my wedding. But I did want to share the five chateaus that I was considering prior to making the decision to stay in Dallas. Even if you are not planning a destination wedding, you can still rent theses Chateaus as a holiday/vacation home.… Read More 5 Beautiful French Chateaus that are Perfect for Destination Weddings

January 20, 2020January 19, 2020 VacationLikeALocalLeave a comment

14 of the Most Unique Burgers To Try in Dallas

The following article was first published on the Dallasites 101 Blog. To read the complete article click here. While you can’t go wrong with a classic burger, it’s always fun to mix it up. And given that we live in Texas, there are a lot of burgers and beef to go around. We have done… Read More 14 of the Most Unique Burgers To Try in Dallas

December 9, 2019December 10, 2019 VacationLikeALocal2 Comments

The Most Instagramable Hotel in Austin, TX – The Driskill

The Driskill Hotel is the perfect place to stay while spending a weekend in Austin, TX. And here’s why…… Read More The Most Instagramable Hotel in Austin, TX – The Driskill

September 23, 2019September 17, 2019 VacationLikeALocalLeave a comment

8 Glamping Getaways Around Texas to Visit

The following article was first published on Dallasites 101 Blog. To read the complete article click here. Glamping has become a fun and unique way to relax and enjoy nature but without the hassle and discomfort of traditional camping. The term (“glamping”) was first coined in the United Kingdom in 2005 for luxurious, resort-like camping.… Read More 8 Glamping Getaways Around Texas to Visit

August 14, 2019January 8, 2024 VacationLikeALocalLeave a comment

Mudleaf Coffee + Giveaway

Mudleaf Coffee As stated in my About Page, I am a huge fave of Chai Tea Lattes. They are easily my favorite drink! There is just something about the mixture of the exotic spices, milk and sugar that make the drink taste so amazing! I realize that Coffee Shops and cafes are hot right now… Read More Mudleaf Coffee + Giveaway

May 1, 2019April 25, 2019 VacationLikeALocal1 Comment

Living Intentionally – How Writing a Daily Letter to a Deployed Friend has Helped Strengthen our Friendship

Before I started dating, I was about 25 years old and had my mind set on other things. Over the last four years I have gone out on many dates, met even more men, and even made a few friends along the way. Like many people, I definitely have a “type.” This type tends to… Read More Living Intentionally – How Writing a Daily Letter to a Deployed Friend has Helped Strengthen our Friendship

April 10, 2019August 29, 2019 VacationLikeALocalLeave a comment