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🌄3 bucket list spots in Big Bend 1️⃣Spend 🌄3 bucket list spots in Big Bend
1️⃣Spend a night in the mountains at @starstruckglamping & stargaze! 
2️⃣Visit Big Bend National Park and hike Santa Elena Canyon. It’s a 1.7 mile out and back trail with views of the Rio Grande.
3️⃣ Explore Terlingua & have dinner at the famous Starlight Theatre. It’s an old movie theatre turned restaurant with live entertainment.
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👀Your new favorite dinner spot in Houston! You 👀Your new favorite dinner spot in Houston!
You know those restaurants where every single thing on the menu is good? I know those are rare but @indianolahtx is one of them! I got invited to try out the new winter menu and here are some of my favorites:
STARTERS
Barbacoa taquitos - SO good
Iron skillet cornbread - my absolute favorite 
Roasted & pickled broccoli toast - hubbys favorite 
Blue corn snapper hushpuppies - so good!
ENTREES
Wood grilled half chicken - I didn’t realize chicken could be this juicy 🤤
Pan seared sea scallops - hubby said it’s some of the best scallops he’s ever had 
COMPLEMENTS
Maple glazed kabocha squash - my favorite
Crispy Brussels sprouts - hubbys favorite 
DESSERT
Mexican hot chocolate lava cake - love the Texas on the cup
Bananas foster bread pudding - both of our favorite 
📍Indianola/1201 St Emanuel St Houston, Texas 
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🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Texas Wi 🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Texas Wine Country
FREDERICKSBURG (photos 1-2)- stay minutes from Main street at this amazing treehouse resort. It literally feels like you are in the middle of nowhere. I stayed in Splyglass which has a private cedar soaking tub, AC/Heat, private bathroom, & efficiency kitchen.
📍 @stayonera
FREDERICKSBURG (photos 3-5)- also minutes from downtown Fredericksburg complete with amazing views. I stayed in the Perdernales cabin which is perfect for bigger groups or families. I loved how spacious the cabin was & the beautiful outdoor patio with a stock tank pool.
📍 @aframeranch
STONEWALL (photos 6-7)- stay right on the 290 wine trail in the middle of Fredericksburg and Johnson City at a retro 1960's motel. Stonewall Motor Lodge has everything you need complete with a rooftop. Make sure you pop into the press room & learn more about the history of the motel!
📍 @stonewallmotorlodge
FREDERICKSBURG (photos 8-9)- stay in a vintage style, Palm Springs inspired retro trailer resort about 15 minutes from Fredericksburg. Each shasta comes with it's own private bathroom complete with a pink toilet & an outdoor shower.
📍 @blueskiesretroresort
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🍳Where to brunch near Houston. Anyone else love 🍳Where to brunch near Houston. Anyone else love brunch as much as me? 🙋🏻‍♀️
I got invited to check out the NEW @sixtyvinesthewoodlands this weekend which opens TODAY at @shopatmarketstreet. Thanks for having me!
What I ordered:
🥪Brunch sandwich - the cheese was 👏🏼
🍕Sixty brunch pizza - for the spice lovers!
🥑Avocado eggs benedict - the sea salt ciabatta was 👏🏼
🧆Hummus - the red beet hummus was my favorite 
🍝Meatballs - the sauce was 👏🏼
🧀Basque cheesecake - the consistency is 👏🏼
📍Sixty Vines/9595 Six Pines Dr The Woodlands, Texas
🔜If you’re looking for a new brunch spot in town save this post! #houstonbrunch #thewoodlandstx #thewoodlands #thewoodlandstexas #houstonrestaurants #thingstodoinhouston #houstonblogger #texasblogger where to brunch in the woodlands, where to brunch in Houston, Houston brunch, restaurants in the woodlands
🤩I had 2 of my favorite drinks in Houston at @M 🤩I had 2 of my favorite drinks in Houston at @Montrosecollective
Finally had a chance to check out Montrose Collective and explore the various shops, and restaurants onsite. And I have to say this is now going to be one of my favorite spots for shopping, dinner, & drinks!
Highlights in order shown in video:
🔥The Collective from @graffitiraw it has mezcal (currently in their soft opening)
🍝Rigatoni Allá Vodka from @marmoitalian 
🌹Rosa Mexicano from @idlehandshouston it has tequila & raspberry sorbet
🪴shop for plants and stay tuned for plant workshops at @theplantproject__
💍shop for fine jewelry at @mejuri
🛍️shop curated vintage at @ixchelmarket
And so much more!
Parking: there is street parking or a garage onsite!
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Thanks for having me Montrose Collective and @theprboutique_htx
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🛳️5 Tips for your next cruise on @royalcaribb 🛳️5 Tips for your next cruise on @royalcaribbean's Allure of the Seas
🌅Splurge on an ocean-view or an ocean-view balcony stateroom! Nothing beats ordering room service & having breakfast on your balcony or watching the sunset from your room!
👙Pack appropriately! Remember to pack sneakers or workout clothes for activities like rock climbing or zip lining. And don't forget a jacket for those windy/colder days & comfortable shoes for walking all around the ship.
📆Make reservations ASAP, whether it's your dinner or entertainment like Mamma Mia, a Broadway musical, or Oceanaria, a show full of aerialists & high divers.
🍽️Take advantage of all the amazing food on board. Try it all, from hot dogs at Boardwalk Dog House, pizza at Sorrento's, dinner at main dining, & breakfast at Johnny Rockets which is actually complimentary. If you want to splurge on a date night take advantage of specialty dining & choose from sushi, Italian, steaks, tapas & more.
🧖‍♀️RELAX, after all, you're on vacation so head to the Adults-only Solarium, take a stroll through the lush Central Park, or head to the secret outdoor sundeck on deck 14 & have it all to yourself.
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✨3 Texas bucket list places to visit in 2023
1️⃣ The only lighthouse in Texas open for climbing! Climb up 75 steps, and 3 ladders to a panoramic view of South Padre Island and Laguna Madre. Entry is $5 per person. @portisabeltexas
2️⃣ Beer spa at @pivovarwaco. Drink a flight of beer while you soak in a private beer bath for two. Beer yeast is a fantastic source of skin nutrients that smooths wrinkles and provides overall hydration!
3️⃣ Big Bend National Park. Pick a hike like the popular Santa Elena Canyon or check out the lookouts like Sotol Vista Overlook. @bigbendnps
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🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Sky Box 🌄Bucket List Places to stay in Texas - Sky Box Cabins
One of my absolute favorite places to stay in Texas. I've actually had a chance to stay in 4 of their cabins and I can't even pick a favorite because each one is so unique!
🪹THE NEST (Photos 1-3) - they call it the Pinterest perfect cabin and it really is that! Watching the sunset from the nest was one of my favorite things to do!
🏡THE HIVE (Photos 4-6)- the most spacious and homey of all. Love the A-frame style mixed with the treehouse vibes.
🐦THE BIRDHOUSE (Photos 7-9) - more treehouse vibes and that view from the second floor balcony is one of my favorites!
🏘️LA TOUR (Photo 10) - probably the second most spacious with a balcony on the first AND second floors.
📍 @skyboxcabins in Glen Rose, Texas
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Stargazing at Brazos Bend State Park

August 23, 2021      Leave a Comment

George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park HMNS

The Houston Museum of Natural Science George Observatory, is located about an hour from central Houston. In this blog post I will share some tips on stargazing at Brazos Bend State Park, inside George Observatory, that I wish I would have known before purchasing my tickets.

There are 3 telescopes that are used for research and education. The observatory consists of a 36-inch Gueymard Telescope which is one of the largest telescopes in the country along with 2 smaller domes.

The observatory is within Brazos Bend State Park and reopened in March after two years of renovations. Purchase a ticket to experience Saturday stargazing and real time camera feeds from the telescopes, interactions with astronomers, and a laser tour of the night sky.

1) Book your tickets to the George Observatory way in advance

HMNS George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park Texas
HMNS George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park Texas

Tickets to the George Observatory are now available online on a limited, and timed capacity basis. First things first, purchase your tickets to the observatory through the Houston Museum of Natural Science website. Stargazing is offered on Saturday nights at 9pm & 10pm. 

However, tickets are not sold onsite so make reservations online as soon as possible because they will sell out. Tickets for adults and children are both $10 each. Click here to book your tickets.

2) Book a ticket to Brazos Bend State Park

Brazos Bend State Park Texas
HMNS George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park Texas

The George Observatory is located inside Brazos Bend State Park. Although, your ticket to the George Observatory does not include a park entrance reservation to enter Brazos Bend State Park. 

Moreover, purchase your ticket to Brazos Bend State Park here. You will need to create a login for the Texas State Parks website and then purchase a day pass for the 5-10pm time slot. The day pass is $7 for persons 13 years and older.

3) Get there early

HMNS George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park Texas
George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park Texas

Once you enter the park, follow the signs for Observatory, and pullover into the parking lot on the left when you see Observatory parking. Then, walk across the street and there will be a walkway leading you to the observatory.

For instance, I recommend getting there before sunset as the streets around the park are fairly dark at night. We got there early and hung out inside the building which consisted of a small gift shop, and an exhibit hall. Around 9pm, they will call you to line up and head up to the domes. Then, you can explore upstairs at your leisure.

Although, I highly suggest getting to the State Park even earlier and exploring the hikes and trails onsite if you have time.

4) Bring your own binoculars & telescopes

HMNS George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park Texas
HMNS George Observatory Brazos Bend State Park Texas

It’s highly recommended you bring your own binoculars and telescopes. There is a huge telescope onsite but it is shared with others so you will have to wait your turn. 

Due to COVID, there is no access inside the domes or viewing through the telescopes.

5) Bring your own water & bug spray

As this is summer in Texas, there will be tons of mosquitoes! We learned this the hard way but luckily they sold insect repellent wipes onsite. They come in packs of 2 and we each got a pack and used one wipe for our arms and one wipe for our legs. It definitely made a huge difference.

You can bring your own water or water bottles and then fill up in their water fountain or you can purchase water or soda onsite.

In Conclusion

In conclusion, I hope you found the tips on stargazing at Brazos Bend State Park, George Observatory helpful. I hope this makes your visit to the park much easier and enjoyable.

It really was such a cool experience, perfect for the kids and the family, or even date night. Also note that no professional camera is needed to enjoy the stars, I used my iPhone 12 for all my photos. Enjoy!

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