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The holidays are almost over but that’s no reason that the party has to stop!    Get ready for a beautiful end to the winter season with Houston  Botanic  Garden’s amazing Lightscape event!  Running from December 31 st  to January 2 nd , this once-in-a-lifetime event hosts an array of intricate beauty and wintry perfection with its amazing illuminations and light. Set along an illuminated one-mile trail winding through Houston B otanic Garden, Lightscape is a world-renowned light show featuring artistic installations that come to life after dark with color, imagination, and sound.      This experience includes installations created by local and international artists, promising superb sensations of joy and wonder with each visit! The big highlight is the towering Cathedral of Light Tunnel, aglow with 100,000 twin kling lights. It’s a sight that’s sure to take your breath away, providing families with a one of a kind experience that’s set to da...

Looking for a visually dazzling experience near the Dallas area this weekend?  Boy, do I have one for you! The nearby city of Frisco will be hosting an absolutely spectacular holiday event for friends and families to enjoy with their amazing Radiance! experience! This event features a theme park-style ride in a vehicle that guides guests through the show. Visitors can experience a brand-new mile-long light trail of over 3 million lights, all animated to your favorite holiday tunes! But the fun doesn’t stop there! Radiance! Will feature a two-story outdoor ice tubing hill, ice skating under the stars, bumper cars on ice, snowball toss with real authentic snow, a 108-foot Ferris wheel, Christmas carousel, buckin’ reindeer rides, s’mores, a holiday market, and so much more! Woof! That’s a lot to take in, isn’t it? But I can promise you that it’s worth every penny, especially if you’re the parent of children that love the spirit of the holidays!  Dallas has no shortage of great th...

‘Tis the season!  This December, the city of Houston will be hosting the beloved Magical Winter Lights experience for families and friends across the city! For newcomers, Magical Winter Lights is basically a massive display of some amazing seasonal decorations and sightings! This year, the event will feature outstanding landmarks including a massive entrance castle, dinosaur-themed exhibits, and plenty of other fantastic displays. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there, along with plenty of photo opportunities, cultural performances, carnival rides, good, games, music, and more!  It’s the full holiday package for anyone looking for a great time with friends and family. It runs from December 8th’s all the way to January 2nd, giving you plenty of time to buy your tickets and set your sights on a great overall experience! I am 100% recommending this adventure for anyone with children who love Christmas or dinosaurs because there’s a welcome helping of both. Plus, you and your family ...

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...

After a week of hardship, cold, and unprecedented weather conditions, we have finally made it out to see the sun once more!  Houston has faced its fair share of weather nightmares in the past. But when it came to this new and terrible 2021 freeze, we faced many major challenges. It was certainly a force to be reckoned with and we can all hope that none of us ever have to experience it ever again. I know I certainly didn’t enjoy it--no power, water, or internet was definitely far from fun or relaxing. And with so many Houston residents going through all that and worse, I have nothing but respect and admiration for those who managed to face the harshness of the winter conditions with courage and fortitude. Make no mistake, every single Texan who experienced this great freeze is a hero in my eyes and I sincerely hope that we’re all able to enjoy some warm temperatures and safe comforts in the days ahead. For Houston apartment residents, I’ve been following their stories very closely t...

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...

  The holidays may be ending but that doesn’t mean the fun has to!  This season, running to this Sunday, enjoy the last bits of winter with The Light Park drive-thru spectacular at Hurricane Harbor! This week-long event features a special holiday light show with millions of holiday lights flashing on display in the Hurricane Harbor parking lot. It’s a great way to spend time with your families from the warmth of your car, taking in the last traces of that warm winter holiday spirit before you celebrate the new year. Hurricane Harbor is a great place to be during the summer when things get hot. From rides to games to a LOT of splashes, it’s the perfect place to cool off on a hot day! While the park is not open right now due to Covid and the season, things are expected to pick back up again in the summer so make sure you’re setting aside time to beat the crowds!  In terms of residential living with close convenience to Hurricane Harbor, there are many options to pick from. ...