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Take a break from the holidays and share in the joy of an exciting Houston-based experience that’s sure to drive you absolutely wild !  Bricklive Houston: Animal Paradise is Houston’s first and only animal safari paradise that features animals made out of over a million colorful bricks. Guests can set their sights on an absolutely artistic animal adventure, exploring the imaginary plains of a breathtaking animal-focused landscape! They’ll get to see an array of life-size, brick-build animals including alligators, dolphins, elephants, pandas, giraffes, rhinos, tigers, bears, lions, and MORE! Running from November 17th all the way to the end of the year, this amazing exhibit is sure to bring out all the bells and whistles with an absolutely superb sense of imagination and spectacle, captivating the minds of adults and youngsters alike with its warm sense of creativity and color. As an avid animal-lover, I can’t imagine a better way to escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday seaso...

For all you Austin creepy-crawly lovers, I’ve got some great news for you all! The city is getting hyped for its local Bat Fest, an exciting occasion bound to take flight as Austinites marvel at 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats emerging from under the bridge at dusk. Yes, you heard me. TONS of bats. But don’t worry, there’s more to it than that--there will be plenty of amazing party-fueled activities to enjoy including live stage music, over 50 arts and crafts vendors, food and drinks, children’s activities, a bat costume contest, and more!  For parents with kids that love animals, this is definitely the perfect event for a great time while letting your little ones get excited over the beauty of nature. And if you’re just a general fan of bats, what could be better than a whole festival dedicated to them? Not going to lie, bats are pretty rad, especially when it comes to their prevalence in popular culture, from Dracula to Batman. So why not celebrate them while also getting th...

  For families living in the Dallas area, take note!  Running from April 9th all the way to May 2nd, Dallas is showcasing its MLK Food Park. This experimental block located in southern Dallas’ historic Forest District features a weekly rotation of food trucks and trailers, vendors, musicians, and entertainers all seeking to provide an ideal fun and family-friendly experience for neighborhood residents and the Dallas community at large.  For those of you looking for a fun afternoon out, or just those of you with a craving for some of the best local truck food in the area, this is a great opportunity to go out and enjoy some good sun while also taking part in your lovely Dallas community! There will also be extra features included such as public art, greenspace, community flowerbeds, a children’s play area, and more! On days with good weather, it’s really a sight to see and you can’t put a price on meeting some great people at this welcoming Dallas gathering space.  Da...

Get ready to kick back and relax because Spring Break has arrived! Whether you’re a student, young adult, parent, or local, it’s always great to set aside time to chill out and enjoy the new season.  And for San Antonio residents, there are even more reasons to celebrate when it comes to exciting things going on in the area! Running from Saturday, March 6th to Sunday, March 21st, guests can hear local artists live in Discovery Village at Natural Bridge Caverns in honor of the Spring Break season. You’ll be able to check out the new LED lighting in Discovery Passages, along with brand new zip rails on the Twisted Trails Adventure Course. And all the while, you’ll get the chance to enjoy some great live music from 12 to 3 pm daily.  I’ve only been to the Natural Bridge Caverns once, but I distinctly remember it being breathtakingly beautiful with glittering walls and unique natural rock formations. San Antonio is very quirky in that it has a thriving cityscape but also some spec...

Do you hear that rumbling sound? I believe that would be my stomach upon reading this exciting news!  Learning about new restaurant and eatery openings taking place across Houston is something I never get tired of! It’s great to have the chance to learn about the best new places to eat in the area. And honestly, who doesn’t love tasty fried chicken and chicken sandwiches?  On February 26th and February 27th at 11:00 am, Clutch City Cluckers will be presenting their grand opening weekend, providing Houston with a tantalizing array of delicious chicken options for everyone to enjoy! Key menu items include chicken tenders, cheesy fries, and of course, mouth-watering chicken sandwiches to explode your taste buds! And, best of all, they’ll also be giving away some sweet prizes including a Playstation 5, two Nintendo Switch devices, gift cards, and more! Guests will be encouraged to keep their receipts as the restaurant will be going live on Instagram on February 28th to announce w...

I’ve discussed ghost tours before on this blog. And why not? They’re fun! Even though Halloween is still months and months away, it’s still worth it to have one or two entertainingly-spooky experiences throughout the year. And when it comes to living in San Antonio, there’s definitely some supernatural adventures to be had. This year, Haunted Rooms America will be returning to the 150-year-old Victoria’s Black Swan Inn, where guests have steadily reported strange and unusual ghostly happenings taking place over the years. On top of being the site where many have died, it’s also a key site of a battle between the Texan army and Mexican militia, where over 60 people lost their lives. Whew! Not to get morbid on you, but that definitely invites some curiosity as to what’s lurking there underneath the surface! Now, Haunted Rooms America will be featuring an overnight ghost hunt and campout where guests can experience a ghost tour and history of the property by Black Swan Inn’s own professio...

When it comes to living in the Las Vegas area , you always need to be prepared! Becoming an apartment resident within the city is certainly something no one wants to jump into headfirst. While Las Vegas is a great place to live for all residents and has a ton of different fun things to see and do, you’ll still want to have a heads up on all the most essential details about living in the city. And that’s why I’m breaking down some tips here for you today to help you become better acquainted with living in the Las Vegas area! Are you ready? Let’s go! Enjoy Las Vegas BEYOND the Strip! When it comes to living the high life, there’s more to Vegas than just the Strip. There’s plenty of excellent places to eat, shop, and entertain yourself apart from the spots that attract the most tourism. What’s great about living in Vegas is that it’s always got something new for you to see. Try to check out the full scope of the Downtown area, as well as look for parks and neat little dives to enjoy. I ca...

60 years! That’s how long Six Flags Over Texas has served as a staple of fast-paced entertainment within the Dallas and Arlington area. That’s why, on January 23rd, 24th, and 30th, Six Flags Over Texas will present the Fire & Ice Festival to celebrate the park’s 60th anniversary season! The Fire & Ice Festival will feature a wide variety of great things to see and do, including The Frosty Snowhill, four live performance stages, the Fire and Ice Marketplace, the Mystic Acres Winter Wonderland, and a Dancing Fountain Show at Texas Star Mall. And to put the icing on the cake, guests will get to enjoy the glow of millions of twinkling lights at the Fire and Ice Light Show every night after dark, along with fireworks.  While I’ve covered Six Flags Over Texas before, this is the perfect place for all Dallas and Arlington residents to enjoy if they like high-speed adventure and family-friendly fun. And now as the park is celebrating its 60th anniversary, there will be plenty of op...

  It’s time to embrace the winds of change. Texas has become a shining beacon of diversity, development, and new ideas. And the gradual, but ever-present prominence of major companies has become a key signifier of this. The emergence of big companies like Tesla, Amazon, HP, and Oracle, among others, has shown that Texas is cementing itself as a major player in the world of big corporations, especially within the city of Austin. Yes, it’s true. Austin itself has, in many ways, become the new Silicon Valley. Austin’s young and modern climate has made it a highly attractive spot for companies to scout out ready and eager talent, especially when it comes to technology. And with Texas having major tax advantages, it’s in companies’ best interests to seize the opportunity to save money while having a strong, energetic new workforce.  That’s really what’s so great about Austin--it really has the sense of spirit to take on new challenges and technological goals. I have visited Austin ...

Dallas really never stops surprising me when it comes to its attractions and architecture. Just the other day, they announced the construction of a huge brand-new interactive fountain. The fountain will be situated at Klyde Warren Park and will be designed to serve as an ideal place for all Dallas residents to gather and admire the city’s artistic atmosphere. But that’s not the major drawing point of this magnificent new development. Once completed, the fountain stands to be the largest and tallest water fountain in the world . You heard me--the proud Lonestar State will be home to a record-breaking attraction that no one has ever seen. It’s quite an impressive feat if you ask me.  The area near Klyde Warren Park is a true marvel; a green spot in the heart of the cityscape. For residents living near the region, the park provides a space for all Dallas residents to congregate and take in the true breadth of the city surrounding them. Once the fountain is in place, the area will be a...