Many people think of the Choctaw Casino in Durant as for adults only, but last time I was there, I had a lot of people ask me if the Choctaw Casino was kid-friendly. So this past weekend, my husband and I played cool big brother and sister-in-law for the weekend and took his siblings up ...
The DFW City that Saved the French Wine Industry – Things to Do in Denison TX
Thank you to the support of FNBO for making this article possible. Who knew a small town just north of Dallas would save the French wine industry?! The tiny town of Denison is actually filled with incredible history including also being the birthplace of President Eisenhower. The funny thing is that while Denison is famous ...
Creative Community College Programs to Help You Pursue a Remote-Based Career at Brookhaven College
Growing up I knew I wanted to travel the world. What never crossed my mind was finding a career that I was passionate about that would give me the flexibility to do just that. I now realize that there are a mass number of incredible remote based jobs that not only allow you to work ...
5 Course Dining at the French Room in Adolphus Hotel
The Adolphus Hotel and French Room stands as a Dallas icon, but remained unknown to me. It wasn't until after returning from Spain, my then-boyfriend, now-husband, had heard me go on for great lengths about paella and found the gem that is City Hall Bistro located in the Adolphus that brought back those flavors. After ...
A Tropical Retreat in Texas: The Hillside Boutique Hotel
On a recent trip to the French Texas town of Castroville, I had the pleasure of staying in the newly renovated Hillside Boutique Hotel. I had originally stayed here over 10 years ago when it went by another name, and it's changed so much since then. Just outside of San Antonio, the Hillside Boutique Hotel ...
Visit the France of Texas: Things to Do in Castroville TX
Growing up I used to drive through Castroville quite often. I would pass this old building that looked beautiful, but off, in Texas. It was only recently when I went to Castroville to stay at the Hillside Boutique Hotel that I learned about the history behind this beautiful city and all the fun things to ...