Escape: Key West — the Key To the Best Sunsets

by Marika Flatt on October 4, 2021

Not all treasure is found on a map. Many Texans have Key West on their bucket list and rightfully so. It is a small island town at the southernmost point of the US, 90 miles...

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Best Time of Year at the Texas Beach: Autumn at Cinnamon Shore

by Samantha Cook on September 17, 2021

Great weather, great activities, great fall rates At Cinnamon Shore in Port Aransas, Texas, the beach-going season extends long after Labor Day. And this year, special fall festivals highlight the season, while vacationers can snag...

Escape: Florida’s Little Palm Island, near Little Torch Key

by Marika Flatt on September 16, 2021

This is where unplugging can make you feel more connected.  We hope you’re enjoying our Florida Keys series. Today, we’re bringing you a pretty secret spot for the luxe traveler where you can waste time...

Five Minutes With the Queen of Travel, Samantha Brown

by Marika Flatt on September 8, 2021

Dallas-born modern adventurer Samantha Brown has made a career out of showing us the world for decades. And now, she’s coming back to her hometown to teach others the ropes for traveling. Brown, the host...

#TravelTuesday: Collective Hill Country Retreat in Wimberley

by Marika Flatt on September 7, 2021

Some folks are campers. Some like a comfy accommodation. Some are OK with grub fixed over a fire but some like to be served a gourmet meal on their vacation. Within this venn diagram, there...

Weekender: 3 Texas Resorts for Cool Pools, Culinary Creations and Zen Downtime

by Marika Flatt on July 28, 2021

Lean into luxury at these Texas resorts while you treat yourself the Texan way — BIG. And remember, it isn’t too late to reclaim last summer’s missed adventures. Whether you’re looking for a slow-paced couples...

Escape: Four Fido-Friendly Finds in Texas

by Marika Flatt on July 22, 2021

Rather than board or kennel the furry family members, bring them along! Treat the ones who stick by our side through thick and thin and enjoy a well-earned getaway with your pup.  Texas has plenty...

TXAway: Must-Do Boat Rentals — the Cure for a Hot Day

by Marika Flatt on July 14, 2021

Texans know that nothing beats the blistering heat quite like a lake day, but not everyone knows that this luxury can be enjoyed even if you do not own a boat.  In fact, boat rentals...

Mamma Mia, Here We Go Again!

by Dana Maass and Marika Flatt on July 13, 2021

Live theater has finally returned to the Georgetown Palace Theater with a bang. The historic Georgetown Palace Theatre, perched just off the square since 1925, remains a strong and beloved beacon of light for this...