One night in New York City, I met a man from a quirky little town called "Port Aransas." He told me that not only was it a beach town, but it was an island. Islands in Texas? BEACHES in Texas? Who knew? Not this New Yorker! I was intrigued, and I knew I had to…
When trying to decide another Texan city to visit that was close to Dallas, I stumbled upon a city I had never quite heard of before: Frisco, Texas. I was told it was the safest city in the US, making it one of the best U.S. destinations for a solo female traveler like myself. I…
In February 2023, I was invited to spend some time in Dallas, Texas. What is there to do in Dallas? I wondered, similarly to questioning what there is to do anywhere I travel to. In my quest to find the coolest things to do in Dallas, which turns out, there are quite a bit, I…
Waco, Texas, also known as the heart of Texas, is a fairly small city about a two-hour drive south of Dallas. The city is full of rich history, and while it has some darkness to its past, the city is bright, full of fun activities and delicious food, and, above all, well worth a visit.…
Texas is a huge state with plenty to offer. From major metropolitan hubs to small Western towns, planning where to go can feel overwhelming. If you're flying in, which it's safe to assume most people are, there's a great chance you'll end up in Dallas. Don't make the mistake of just transferring through Dallas to…
Best known as the most famous sight in Waco, Texas is Joanna and Chip Gaines' Magnolia Market. Easily spotted from its monumental two silos, Magnolia Market is as aesthetically pleasing as it is entertaining for spending an entire day there. So, what exactly is there to do at Magnolia Market other than simply saying you've…
It goes without saying that part of the incentive of visiting Texas is indulging in some proper Texan cuisine. Well known for their barbecue, Tex-Mex, comforting desserts, Southern fare, and more, Texas is a foodie destination for all hungry travelers. Texas is a large state, so while calling it a "foodie destination" might be true,…
One of the most frequently asked questions I get is: "I want to solo travel. Where should I go?" While I'm a firm believer that anywhere can be done as a solo female traveler, some places are simply better than others, whether it's that they are used to seeing women alone (big cities), have really…
For those who have worked their tails off all semester, get ready to treat yourself with some much needed time off for spring break. While I personally have gone on Spring Break to Egypt and was scheduled to go to Spring Break to Costa Rica in March 2020 (which for reasons you can probably imagine,…
