ZACH Theatre partners with Deaf Austin Theatre for Cinderella

by Britni Rachal on February 10, 2023

An immersive experience is making its way through ZACH Theatre that’s like nothing most audiences have seen. In partnership with Deaf Austin Theatre, Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella runs at Topfer Theatre through March 31, creating...

Party Like A Brazilian

by Juliana Stanford on February 1, 2023

The largest party in the world comes back to Austin. The drums are beating. The music is pounding. The feathers and sequined dresses are swaying.  We are waiting . . . February 4th at 9 p.m....

Super Bowl LVII Comes to Arizona – Here’s Where to Stay and Play

by Brook Benten on January 25, 2023

Are you ready for some football? As two teams compete in Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona, plenty of tag-along family members will be like “Who Dat?” While pigskin fans hoot and holler on Sunday,...

#TravelTuesday: Your Mission, If You Choose to Accept It: Mission Bay, San Diego

by Marika Flatt on January 24, 2023

More than cheeseburgers in Paradise Point Resort San Diego has quite a few different pockets of town but Mission Bay is my most favorite, followed by a close second with Coronado, which is an island...

The Windsor Court Hotel: Luxury in The Big Easy

by Selena Swartzfager on January 20, 2023

There are a handful of cities that if dropped into without prior knowledge of where you were going, you would be able to tell where you are based on their character: San Francisco, Boston, San...

Five Minutes with Actress Gabrielle Ruiz

by Maddie Rhodes on January 18, 2023

Texas-born Latina actress Gabrielle Ruiz starred on Broadway. She is known as ‘Valencia Perez’ on the CW’s Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning, critically-acclaimed musical comedy series “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” (now available on Netflix). As a Rio...

#TravelTuesday: Destination Denver

by Marika Flatt and Analise Flatt on January 17, 2023

Denver is one of the hippest big cities that you can get to from any major airport in Texas, typically on a nonstop flight (a treat we all love). Whether you are just stopping in...

Dietitian Kennon Lydick Shares Five Healthy Habits for 2023

by Juliana Stanford on January 12, 2023

January is a month marked by (usually) short term resolutions. But with February around the corner, the resolutions typically find solace in the back of one’s closet alongside out of season clothing. Registered dietitian Kennon...

#TravelTuesday: Bathe like a Viking in Iceland’s Sky Lagoon

by Maddie Rhodes on January 10, 2023

Most of Iceland’s hot springs take hours to get to but tucked away just south of Reykjavik is Sky Lagoon. You may have heard of Blue Lagoon in Iceland, which is a touristy man-made hot...

Ski & Spa in Santa Fe Four Seasons Style

by Haven Lindesy on January 9, 2023

When many of us think of Santa Fe we conjure images of historic plazas, Native markets, art galleries and museums, fabulous southwestern dining, and for some, the Margarita Trail. Yet, there’s another side to Santa...

Olympic Medalist Simone Biles Named Godmother of Celebrity Cruises’ Newest Ship, Celebrity Beyond

by Leean Vargas on December 23, 2022

Celebrity Cruises announced 19-time World Champion and seven-time Olympic Medalist Simone Biles as the Godmother of their newest and most luxurious ship yet, Celebrity Beyond.  Simon Biles added another very special title to her decorated...

#TravelTuesday: Québec Winter Activities Inspire the Excitement of a Snow Day

by Heidi Gollub on December 13, 2022

French Canadians embrace winter in Québec with such youthful abandon that it’s easy to get swept up in their enthusiasm. Whether you’re eating molten maple taffy straight off a blanket of fresh snow or sledding...

#TXAway: Ease yourself Into Van Life with new Austin business “Vanish”

by Gracie Watt on March 14, 2023

Lately tons of people have been packing up and hitting the road to live full-time in a camper van. If you scroll on Instagram or TikTok, you’re likely to see tons of people’s personal renovations...

Rolling in the Dough, The Ancient Horno Way

by Kim Weiss on March 7, 2023

Imagine yourself in the kitchen of a wisdom keeper willing to demonstrate ancient cooking techniques and sharing family recipes passed down from generations. Meet Norma Naranjo, our guide for an afternoon adventure called “Hands-On-Horno Baking...

#TravelTuesday: Health & Happiness on a Holiday: Bliss Out at Rancho La Puerta in Baja, Mexico

by Marika Flatt & Jeniffer Thompson on February 28, 2023

Rancho La Puerta (translated into either Gate Ranch, or, my preference, the Ranch’s Door) is the door to health, wellness and longevity. Founded by Edmond and Deborah Szekely in 1940, Rancho La Puerta is the...

#FoodieFriday: Five (newish) Austin Area Restaurants for Foodie Fanatics

by Marika Flatt on February 24, 2023

South Austin   Proud Mary Coffee [caption id="attachment_36692" align="aligncenter" width="640"] The beautiful flora and fauna that shades Proud Mary. Courtesy Photo.[/caption] Only about a half of a year old, Proud Mary Coffee hails from Melbourne,...

#TXVoices: Beautiful Claire Capek, 18, Is Poised to Impact the International World of Modeling and Acting

by Bob Valleau on February 23, 2023

High school senior Claire Capek remembers walking down the runway of beauty pageants at age five. At age six, she started modeling for companies like JC Penney, American Girl, Academy Sports – and many others....

#FoodieFriday: A Flavorful Hug from Paris: San Antonio’s Brasserie Mon Chou Chou

by Dawn Robinette on February 17, 2023

What’s In a Name? Let’s talk about the name. “Mon Chou Chou” is an affectionate French nickname given to a person who is special to you. Usually a person of unmatched care, love and beauty...