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The Perfect Getaway to Lively Beach in Corpus Christi

April 7, 2021

We wanted a getaway to a beach not too long of a drive from Austin and Corpus Christi sounded like the perfect escape from the montony! Lively Beach, a resort condominium property on Mustang Island looked like a dreamy spot for some privacy, pool time, beach days as well as immaculate accommodations with everything you need to stay comfortably. Lively Beach hosted us for the weekend but note,…

How to Spend a Weekend at Camp Lucy in Dripping Springs

June 9, 2020

It seems like this summer is going to be one perfect for road trips and nearby getaways while we all get through this pandemic together. We wanted to go somewhere nearby for a couple nights to celebrate our anniversary, and after tons of research, checking availability and talking to some friends, we chose Camp Lucy for our getaway! Nestled in Dripping Springs off of 290 and far enough…

How to Spend a Weekend in Salado

March 2, 2020

Are you in a need of a quick weekend getaway away from Austin/DFW but not too far? Salado, TX is your spot! I was pleasantly surprised to hear the navigation say we’d arrive from Austin in 45 minutes! Like what?! It’s only a short drive south of DFW too, so it makes a nice weekend getaway without spending too much time in the car on dreaded I-35. Did…

Santa Fe Travel Guide – Quick Weekend Getaway

December 11, 2019

Do you need a destination for a quick weekend getaway? Santa Fe, NM should be on your list! I’d go back again and again because there is so much to see, eat and do there and it’s only an hour and a half flight from Austin to ABQ and then a short drive to Santa Fe. Here are some of my favorites spots we visited on our recent…

Nashville Travel Guide

August 9, 2019

Whether you’re planning a bachelor/bachelorette party or just need a friend’s weekend getaway, Nashville seems to be the destination spot for groups these days! While we were there, we counted 35 bachelorette parties in 48 hours! Nashville reminded me of NOLA, Austin and Vegas combined. We even referred to it as NashVegas! As promised, here are some of the spots we visited! Stay We stayed at the Omni…

San Sebastian Travel Guide: What to Eat, Drink and See

July 9, 2019

Hello most gorgeous city and beaches I’ve ever visited! San Sebastian was a DREAM come true! I’ll be going back very soon because I can’t get enough of the city and I totally get why so many Europeans go there for holiday! San Sebastian boasts everything you’d ever want in a destination spot – shopping, an exceptional culinary scene, PINTXOS, WINE (it’s so close to Rioja and Bourdeaux),…

Barcelona Travel Guide: What to Eat, Drink and See

June 4, 2019

Been to Barcelona? If not, start planning now and book a flight there asap! As the second largest city in Spain, loaded with all the sights and sounds of a typical big city, but with the feels of a small one, Barcelona was one of my favorite cities I’ve visited to date. It’s modern, has a bustling city vibe, separated into neighborhoods that all have their own look…

Houston Dining Guide

January 18, 2019

Updated May, 2019 I worked from Houston for about a year before the pandemic and I had the chance to explore a ton of restaurants near Downtown that I would never have ventured out to when I lived in Sugar Land back in grad school. Coltivare My coworkers are absolute gems and so fun to be around – we’re friends in #IRL – and the first place they…

Mexico City Dining Guide

January 3, 2019

As promised after my epic trip to CDMX, here are some of the spots we visited! We loved CDMX so much and will be back very soon! Brunch Ojo de Agua was absolutely dreamy and so much so that we visited twice! Quite possibly the cutest spot with the tastiest food…from fresh agua frescas, to smoothies, to acai bowls, to chilaquiles and even sandwiches, you’re gonna want to…

Scottsdale/Phoenix Dining Guide

January 2, 2018

Oh my goodness – what a food scene in addition to quite the natural beauty in Scottsdale and Phoenix! We had some time off during the holidays and wanted to ring in the new year somewhere else, so Scottsdale it was! It was a rather quick choice for me being that I’d been a few times for work and heard the food scene was up and coming. Planning…