Texas Trotter

The Alamo isn’t the only iconic location that San Antonio has to offer!  If there’s one place I truly love more than anyplace else in the Downtown San Antonio area, it’s definitely the River Walk. This scenic riverside location offers visitors the chance to enjoy a sense of quiet serenity, the perfect family activity for those who enjoy a good walk.  But that isn’t all the River Walk offers! Just recently, running to January 30th, the San Antonio River Authority has now authorized river kayaking right on the water! Here, visitors can rent a kayak and enjoy riding down the River Walk as it winds down through San Antonio’s world-famous Downtown Business District. It’s an easy, breezy 3.5-mile flat-water kayak trip that you and your family won’t want to miss! While advanced registration is required and there will be a rental fee for the kayak, paddles, and life vest, the opportunity is very much worth the cost and you can enjoy a great introspective look at Downtown San Antonio r...

  The circus is in town!  Well, the paranormal circus that is. Paranormal Cirque is a crazy combination of circus, theatre, and cabaret that truly is a kooky (but fun!) sight to behold. Audiences will get to see acrobats, illusionists, freaks, mysterious creatures, and all kinds of creepy, supernatural attractions meant to boggle the mind. It’s the perfect attraction for anyone with an appetite for the strange and bizarre. Personally, I love all things dark and unusual and I can’t wait to see what this eerie circus has to offer. For Dallas residents living near Town East Mall, they’ll have easy access to the event between the 21st and the 23rd of this month. While no one under the age of 13 will be admitted to the show, guests aged 13-17 can attend alongside a parent or guardian. I guess, in a way, that tidbit of information should be enough to warrant a spooktacular experience if you enjoy more straightforward scares and thrills. Either way, it’s a great opportunity to take ...

Out of all the things I miss the most in a post-Covid world, it’s getting the chance to go to the movies. There really is nothing like watching something on the big screen and, as much as I’ve enjoyed my Tiger King and The Queen’s Gambit , they simply can’t replace the magic that going to the movies has to offer.  But there’s plenty of good news for me and many other movie-lovers in Houston because the Moonstruck Drive-In is fully open for business! This East-Downtown Drive-In is the city’s first and only permanent drive-in movie theater and event venue, the perfect place to enjoy a good flick from the comfort of your car. Films are screened over the course of the day, from popular family-friendly movies to Sundance Film Festival selections. No matter what your tastes are, there’s always plenty of different options to enjoy, even now during Covid. East Downtown Houston is where the art and soul of the city are truly located. Here, Houstonians can always find a true taste of Texas ...

Good news, Houstonians! Fans of “The Office” can rejoice because this month, running from the 15th to the 30th, the seasonal “Dunder Mifflin Bar” is featuring a new pop-up bar attraction directly inspired by the hit show.  Located at 711 Main Street, this Downtown bar has been noteworthy in the past for producing an excellent Harry Potter-themed bar last October and now they’re at it again, this time to provide Houstonians the comedic taste of the office life with this high-demand event. You can enjoy an array of tasty drinks and snacks directly inspired by the show complete with plenty of opportunities for interactive photo-ops, karaoke, trivia, and more!  Downtown Houston is a great place to be no matter the occasion, full of fun things to see and do across the board. Residents near the area can enjoy a good day out on the town with excellent locations like The Shops at Houston Center, Minute Maid Park, Discovery Green, The Downtown Club, and more!  When it comes to qui...

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...

If there’s one thing I enjoy more than anything else, it’s getting the chance to enjoy the great outdoors and share a quiet day in nature. For the residents of Baytown, there’s a great opportunity to experience some fresh air and sunshine with its wonderful Baytown Nature Center! The Baytown Nature Center features a wide variety of outdoor excellence, complete with fishing piers, birding trails, butterfly gardens, bicycle paths, playgrounds, kayak launches, and other facilities for everyone to enjoy. At the Center, you really get out and experience the full wonder of nature, as well as spend some quality time with your family. Since Spring has now arrived, be prepared for sunny skies and perfect weather that you’ll want to enjoy with some quality time outside.  Baytown is a truly beautiful part of Texas that is always in need of some solid attention. From its Town Square to its serene, marine-focused atmosphere, it’s a very calm and soothing part of town that many would warmly appr...

There’s never a boring moment when it comes to new perks the city of Las Vegas has to offer! When it comes to new attractions, Las Vegas always has that covered in spades. And now, with the construction of a new Virgin Hotels in the region, those looking to get away for the weekend can have the opportunity to enjoy a luxury vacation in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip!  The new Virgin Hotels will feature a fully-renovated casino, multiple pools, fine dining restaurants, relaxing lounges and bars, and brand new nightlife venues. For those of you who love the Vegas nightlife as much as I do, it’s a great way to take some time to enjoy the life of the party with a true sense of style. And with 16.7 acres of space to enjoy all across the premier destination resort, you’ll never be wanting anything less! This area of Vegas, located just east of the Strip on Paradise Road, is a highly convenient spot for anyone looking for the ideal vacation or weekend getaway. Casual Vegas residents liv...