Texas Trotter

If you’re in the mood for a quality meal in Las Vegas, all while getting to enjoy a bit of secretive fun, there’s no other place to try out than Secret Pizza! This hidden location is a local gem for many Las Vegas residents, with plenty of room to enjoy a quality slice with friends and family .   The location is centered in Las Vegas’ most exclusive area of The Cosmopolitan,  “hidden” explicitly on the third floor. You’ll know right when you see the classic pinball machine in the corner. The pizza here comes in all shapes, sizes, and toppings, a perfect treat for anyone looking to enjoy a bit of quality Las Vegas dining, and all with an appealing, secretive package!   For $4.50 you can get a tasty, tantalizing slice along with a drink of your choice, including quality craft beers. Plus, the ambiance is just really great if you’re in the mood to enjoy everything the lovely Las Vegas Strip has to offer!   Las Vegas hosts some of the best places to eat and shop in t...

Jacksonville, Florida is the absolute perfect place to visit, especially if you’re looking for a great place to settle down at a fabulous apartment! And when it comes to excellent things to see and do, there are plenty of wonderful outings and events to choose from across the area!    Starting now, especially with the coming Spring season, there’s no better place to visit than the beautiful Talbot Island State Park ! This exquisite nature location features stunning visuals of wetlands, bike paths, secret beaches, and more! The environment has a unique blend of both woodland and coastal beaches, adding a sense of fun, discovery, and plenty of exercise to help visitors grab some quality fresh air! For anyone with families or friends who are looking to stretch their legs after a long pandemic season, this is definitely the perfect opportunity to head out and enjoy some good old-fashioned Jacksonville sunshine and spirit!   The great thing about Talbot Island State Park i...

I’ve been looking for a new change of scenery for a while. One of the advantages of knowing my way around the state is that I’m always game for showcasing the best places to live! And when it comes to comfort, atmosphere, and the ultimate sense of convenience, Champions Green Apartments looks like it has my vote! The Karya-owned Champions Green is located near the Willowbrook side of Houston near the popular Willowbrook Mall. This is notable due to the area’s quick reach to all the best dining and entertainment hotspots in the area. And I really mean it--this part of town has any restaurant or recreational activity a person could ever want, from fast food to five-star venues to movie theaters to family fun. It really is that opportune, whatever your needs may be. This week, I was given the opportunity to talk with the staff of the residence and I found them to be incredibly approachable. I even was granted the chance to sit down to lunch with them to discuss their property and its per...

When it comes to apartment living in the Austin area, new residents can now enjoy the lap of luxury! At Woodstone Apartments , located in the Northwest Hills area of town, there are always exciting new developments and opportunities taking place across the apartment community.  Woodstone Apartments has recently announced that they will be continuing to fully-refurnish their community. T he residence now features a brand new fitness center for everyone to enjoy, along with upcoming plans to completely expand the already-impressive pool area in the future. Exteriors will be updated as well with a new change of face and a fresh coat of paint to make everything feel fresh, new, and clean. The pet-friendly community also comes equipped with green courtyards, outdoor pet stations, and on-site laundry services that are ready and waiting for all residents to enjoy.  One of the very best features that Woodstone Apartments offers is its sense of convenience. Centered close to the Greenb...

Located in the sprawling, sunny community of the city of Austin, Texas, Treehouse Apartments certainly lives up to its name as it feels like a fun, creative, and nostalgic place to call home! When it comes to living in Austin, it’s important to take the time to really enjoy all the convenience and easy living the city has to offer. This is no exception when it comes to Treehouse as they currently have an affordable, week-long deal special specifically designed to help future tenants enjoy luxury apartment living at a great price!  This Karya-owned property is currently featuring special hot deals on their studio, 1, and 2-bedroom apartments. Future residents will find that the pet-friendly community not only features excellent amenities and accommodations, but also a great deal discount for when they move in! But remember, it only lasts a week AND it’s expected to go quickly since so many residents are responding to the in-demand rush of living in Austin. Personally, I view this a...

There are more great reasons to enjoy living in Dallas if you’re a tech-person!  As I’ve previously mentioned, Dallas has become one of the new great tech-hubs within the country, the “new Silicon Valley” as they call it. And this is no exception when it comes to the PAY that future workers in the Dallas tech industry can look forward to!  According to a report published on January 11th by Austin-based tech company Spanning Cloud Apps LLC, workers in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area can expect more than DOUBLE their pay when they work in a tech job. DFW actually ranks fourth among the country’s largest metro areas for the pay advantage in tech fields versus all other occupations. The median annual pay for a tech-job worker in Dallas stood at $91,760 in 2019 compared to the annual pay for other occupations at $40,430. And on the heels of that, that data signifies that the area’s median tech pay is actually 127 PERCENT higher than the median pay for all other occupations! Whew, ...

If there’s one thing I can confidently say about myself, it’s that I’m always in the mood for FOOD! Especially when it comes to new fast-food chains. Yes, I confess, I have a weakness for some good old-fashioned greasy deliciousness, burgers and fries and all.  Which is great news for both myself and other fast-food lovers with the new MrBeast Burger open for delivery within the Dallas area! MrBeast, for those uninformed, is a hugely popular Youtube celebrity with an enormous following and an entrepreneurial spirit. His latest project is opening up his new MrBeast Burger chain across the country, designed for all to enjoy with tasty burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, and much more! The newest, biggest opening in Dallas marks the beginning of the chain’s emergence into the public, currently only delivery-only.  The new MrBeast Burger is located at the Buca di Beppo restaurant in the Southlake area of Dallas, a popular section of town known for its delicious selection of dining...

With the pandemic still not completely over, it might feel a bit daunting to start thinking about moving into a new place, especially with all the economic uncertainty going on right now. The good news is that you can look no further--Austin, Texas, is the perfect place for you to call home!  Austin is going through a massive real estate boom right now and that’s not including the really affordable apartment deals taking place all throughout the city. The recent boom likely stems from the overall affordability in the area coupled with the new emergence of Austin’s Silicon Valley industry with more and more jobs in the technology sector becoming all the rage for tech-minded workers. Couple that with Austin’s hip, modernly-artistic community and you have a recipe for residential success, whether you’re a student, prospective employee, adventurous single person, or looking to raise a family. Austin has everything you need to grow and seize your future for many years to come! In terms ...

  I’ve discussed the emergence of Silicon Valley within Texas in the past. But there’s even BIGGER news! Many are saying that, as a tech hub, the Dallas-Fort Worth area has now significantly outshined the San Francisco Bay Area this year with both Silicon Valley and San Francisco slipping in their overall rankings. Companies near the DFW area are taking an especially aggressive turn in hiring out IT professionals. Major companies include: Lockheed Martin JPMorgan Chase USAA Citi Deloitte Verizon Wells Fargo IBM NTT Data InfoVision And more! Things are really picking up now, making Dallas a great place to live and work if you have technology on the brain! There’s no telling just how big this thing could possibly get and I can’t wait to see where it all goes!  I’ve made several blogs in the past discussing how great living in Dallas is. My favorite picks for residential living are the Lure, the newly-renovated Muse, Residence at Midtown, and Sierra Park. These spots have everyth...

  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 ...

Yes, I know I'm the TEXAS Trotter, but I like to shake things up every now and then. Salt Lake City is one of the most unique places to live, especially in the state of Utah. Known as the City of Saints and the Crossroads of the West, Salt Lake City is a true beacon of culture, diversity, and goodwill across the board! In Salt Lake City, there are endless different sights and attractions to look forward to for residents and visitors. You’ll find an endless array of historical attractions, from the Great Salt Lake to Liberty Park to Big Cottonwood Canyon and more! There’s also the Hogle Zoo, Clark Planetarium, the Natural History Museum of Utah, and Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort! But that just barely scratches the surface. You’ll find that there’s never really a boring moment in this tastefully cultured city. In terms of ideal apartment living, I’d say that Downtown 360 Apartments is probably your best bet for convenience as it is situated directly in the heart of the Salt Lake Cit...