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  For all Austin residents living near the downtown area, the time has come to brush off your holiday blues and come celebrate the 26th annual Downtown Holiday Stroll celebration! Even though Covid-19 has weakened a lot of holiday spirit, residents still have the chance to take part in some truly exciting holiday activities, and all with proper social distancing protocol in place. Downtown Austin, as well as Austin in general, is a truly exciting place to live for a young person, or even those with families. From its wonderful local clubs, art displays, and restaurants, this city simply can’t be beaten in providing all its residents with a youthful and lively atmosphere. I cannot recommend it enough as it’s been a unique and thrilling experience every time I’ve visited. And when it comes to celebrating the holidays with a sense of fun after such a gloomy year, I’m ready to rock and roll! Austin’s Downtown Holiday Stroll is an ideal holiday attraction for friends and family alike. Y...

I love this time of year. From the scent of fresh Christmas trees to the hint of frost in the air, the holiday season in Houston is a truly magical experience that I always look forward to. And that goes double for the plethora of different holiday events taking place around the city, especially in the downtown area. The Heritage Society in Downtown Houston is hosting a wonderful Candlelight Holiday Market event around Connally Plaza from December 11th through the 13th. For those of you who are absolutely crazy about holiday markets like I am, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the spirit of the season, all while taking proper safety precautions of course. The event will feature live music, food, beverages, unique holiday decor, gifts, and historical reenactments. And don’t forget about Santa! He’ll be there too, along with his elves for all you parents looking for a family photo! For residents living near the Downtown Houston area, I can’t begin to cement how wonderful this oppo...

  The wait is OVER. The famed burger joint In-N-Out Burger has officially joined the Willowbrook community for fast-food lovers of all ages to enjoy.  The Willowbrook community is a spacey, active retail area of town and is the perfect place for food and shopping. This area is all about convenience, from the Willowbrook Mall to the local AMC. The area also features an abundance of different affordable travel and living options to choose from, whether it’s hotels directly near the mall like the Residence Marriott Inn and the Haven Inn & Suites to apartments just down the road like Casa Del Mar and Buena Vista.  And no matter where you go, food is always sure to follow as you’ll have your pick of dozens of different dining options within the surrounding area. If you’re someone who enjoys the social aspect of residential living, you’ll never feel alone here as there’s always something going on or someplace to shop or eat. Willowbrook simply can’t be beaten when it comes ...