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🌮There’s a TACO TRAIL in Texas!! Spent a we 🌮There’s a TACO TRAIL in Texas!! 
Spent a weekend in @visitbrownsvilletx The Taco capital of Texas! It is home to some amazing taquerias, and I knew I wanted to visit as many as possible. If you dare, dine at all 12 stops and receive an official Taco Trail t-shirt!
1️⃣ @labarradeltaco.tx - Your local Mexican chic taqueria. There’s taco wings, cute decor, and most importantly delicious tacos! Get the al pastor and the pollo pibil, SO good!
2️⃣ @chirinasfishtacos - Literally the world’s best fish tacos and cucumber limeade. I didn’t think fish tacos could taste this good. 🤤
3️⃣Vera’s Backyard Bar-B-Que - has won so many awards including the America’s Classics award by the James Beard Foundation. We got the barbacoa de cachete cooked in an underground pit and loved that it wasn’t greasy.
4️⃣ @elultimotacotaqueria - for classic street tacos! My favorite was the barbacoa tacos! 
5️⃣ @calacastacosbeer - Get the bistec tacos and the limonadas preparadas! 
🔜Stay tuned for more things to do in Brownsville!
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✨Girl’s Night at @gjtaverndowntown Okay I’ ✨Girl’s Night at @gjtaverndowntown 
Okay I’m obsessed with how cute GJ Tavern is! Which FYI, is also perfect for date night. We got some drinks and of course I had to get the “Big Bend” with mezcal and shared some appetizers, the crispy duck fat potatoes were 🤤, and shared some entrees, highly recommend the brick chicken, it was SO juicy! 
🔜Save this post for your next girl’s or date night in downtown Houston! Thanks for inviting me @pcinfluence 
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PLANO ROUNDUP @visitplano WHAT TO DO 1️⃣ Vis PLANO ROUNDUP @visitplano 
WHAT TO DO
1️⃣ Visit the free Interurban Railway Museum in downtown Plano.
2️⃣ Swim in the iconic Texas Pool *opens Memorial Day
3️⃣ Go mural hopping, starting at the butterfly wings next to Francescas at Shops at Legacy.
4️⃣Zip lines & treetop adventures at Go Ape Plano
5️⃣ Hike to the Observation Tower at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
6️⃣ Hit the trails at the beautiful Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve
7️⃣ Shop, dine, and check out the photo ops at Legacy West Plano.
WHERE TO EAT
1️⃣ Rooftop views & pizza at Urban Crust, the bread they bring out is amazing!
2️⃣Brunch at The Biscuit Bar, the house-made sauce is delicious!
3️⃣Grab a coffee at Golden Boy Plano and @1418coffee 
4️⃣Dinner at Bavette Grill *get the deviled eggs located at the @boardwalkgranitepark 
5️⃣ A Texas comfort dinner at @Haywireplano 
6️⃣ Stop by @Legacyfoodhall for over 20+ eateries & bars
WHERE TO STAY
1️⃣ The beautiful Marriott Dallas/Plano Legacy Town Center, located steps from The Shops at Legacy! Make sure to get breakfast at the hotel at Copper Creek for some Texas-shaped waffles.
🔜Save this post for your next trip to Plano!
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I can’t believe this was my first time at a Dynamo game! Thank you for having me! We had so much fun exploring the new East Club, an all-inclusive experience with premium food options, beer and wine! Our favorite of the night were the carnitas tacos 🤤
It was nice to see the renovated open air stadium and the new vendors like Trill Burgers, Roostar Vietnamese Grill, Elotes Bravos and so much more! Can’t wait to go back for another game!
And don’t forget to get a photo at the coolest mural by @capdavjon
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🔜Tag who you want to go to a game with! 
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🌸HIDDEN GEM 1hr from Houston @coastalprairiecon 🌸HIDDEN GEM 1hr from Houston @coastalprairieconservancy
The perfect break from the city and a change of scenery from your usual trails. Choose from two different trails, the 1.5-mile Ann Hamilton Trail and 1.3-mile South Trail. 
One of the many benefits of the prairie is that it helps with flooding around Houston – absorbing three swimming pools of water per acre during a rain event!
🔜Save this for the next time you’re looking for a unique outdoor experience! 
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📍Ann Hamilton Trail at the Indiangrass Preserve 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, TX 77484
🌱Volunteer opportunities like Stewardship Saturdays & public events like the annual Putting Down Roots are perfect ways to get involved in conservation and help with climate change! 
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1️⃣ Swim in the iconic @the_texas_pool *opens Memorial Day
2️⃣ Zipline at @goapeplano
3️⃣ Hike at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
4️⃣ Go mural hopping starting at @shopsatlegacy
5️⃣ Stroll @downtownPlano & eat at @urbancrust
6️⃣ Visit the free Interurban Railway Museum
7️⃣ Grab coffee at @goldenboyplano
8️⃣ Dinner at @bavettegrill *get the deviled eggs located at the @boardwalkgranitepark 
9️⃣ Check out this photo op at @legacywestplano then shop & dine.
🔟 Stay at @marriottlegacy & get the Texas-shaped waffle at Copper Creek! 
Stay tuned for a post on more things to do in Plano.
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I found your new favorite Mexican Aguas Frescas + piquete. Picadas comes in 3 different flavors, Guava, Limonada, and Mango. I literally don’t even have a favorite because you can taste the real fruit and Mexican agave in each one!
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🤠CHEERS FROM WACO This was my 4th time in Waco 🤠CHEERS FROM WACO
This was my 4th time in Waco & I was SO excited to check off more items from my Waco bucket list! Check out my stories & blog post for more details.
WHAT TO DO
1️⃣ Go mural hopping! Find the Cheers from Waco mural at Bicycle World & the Waco Y'all Mural right across from it.
2️⃣ You HAVE to do a Horseback ride at sunset at Brazos Bluffs Ranch, trust me!
3️⃣ Go on a food tour with Waco Food Tours for some amazing hidden gems!
4️⃣ Visit the Waco Mammoth National Monument to see mammoth fossils!!
5️⃣ Learn about the African American history in Waco starting with the Doris Miller Memorial who served valiantly during World War II.
6️⃣ Take a self guided Latino History Tour starting at St. Francis on the Brazos. Reminds me so much of the missions in San Antonio!
7️⃣ If you love live music stop by Bridge Street Plaza every Saturday thru July 1st for the Levitt AMP Waco series.
8️⃣ Kayak or paddle board the Brazos with @puravidapaddlewaco 
WHERE TO EAT/DRINK 
1️⃣ Grab an appetizer & a drink at Maria Mezcaleria. Highly recommend La Guera if you like mezcal!
2️⃣ Brunch at Pignetti's Waco.
3️⃣ Coffee at @BittyandBeauscoffee, @FabledBookshop & Coffee, & @CommonGroundswaco
4️⃣ Lunch at Union Hall, I tried @pupusaparadise254 & @honest.juicery for açaí bowls & both were 👌🏼
5️⃣ Drinks at @onedaywaco, @undercroftwaco, @stayclassywaco, & @huacolounge
6️⃣ Grab a beer at Brotherwell Brewing.
WHERE TO STAY
1️⃣ There are plenty of Airbnb or hotel options but I had a chance to stay at the NEW Element Waco hotel. Loved how modern it was & that it was located right across from Magnolia Table.
🔜Be sure to add Waco to your bucket list & save this for your next trip!
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The Narrows at Zion National Park

February 20, 2021      Leave a Comment

The Narrows Zion National Park Utah

Hiking The Narrows at Zion National Park during COVID

We spent three days at Zion National Park, you can see why we couldn’t get enough, I mean the views are just stunning. We hiked through Pa’rus trail, Angel’s Landing (blog post coming soon), and The Narrows at Zion National Park all during COVID.

The Narrows at Zion National Park is rated as one of the top hikes in the world. And if you ask anyone who has been to Zion they will say The Narrows was their favorite hike.

I’ve put together some general information and tips for your next visit. From what to wear, what to expect, and how to get shuttle tickets especially during COVID.

If you want to see video footage as well click here for our Instagram Reel and here for our TikTok.

Beware: There is a current warning of toxic bacteria in the water, so please enter at your own risk.

Also note, be kind and courteous to others and wear your mask. We were surprised to see a lot of people wearing their masks when the trail got smaller and there wasn’t enough space to social distance. 

The Narrows Zion National Park Utah

General Information- Zion National Park during COVID

City: near Springdale, Utah

Location: Zion National Park

Parking:  Zion has a parking lot or there is paid parking at Zion Canyon Village, which has an entrance to the park. Shuttle tickets are needed as Zion only allows shuttles inside the park.

Length of The Narrows: 10 miles roundtrip but you can turn around at any point.

Time to hike The Narrows: 1-8 hours.

Best Time to visit The Narrows: Year round, but make sure to wear the proper gear.

What to bring: Bring closed toe lightweight shoes and clothes you can get wet and a waterproof dry bag. We rented waterproof boots, neoprene socks and a walking stick from Zion Outfitter for $25. You can pick these up before 10am on your hike day or pick them up the day before. Don’t forget snacks and a hydration backpack as well.

Fee: Entrance to Zion National Park is $35 or use your America the Beautiful Pass National Park Pass click here to purchase.

The Narrows Zion National Park Utah

How to get there

Due to COVID, shuttle tickets are currently hard to book or get booked up fast. If you didn’t book ahead of time no worries, as private shuttles are allowed and can be booked last minute.

We booked 2 different shuttles, both were booked a day or two prior to arrival and we had no issues. I did like that the Jeep was completely open, and we were asked to wear our masks at all times for both private shuttles.

We booked a private shuttle with St George here and used Zion Jeep Tours another day and parked at their pickup locations. From there, they drove us into the park and needed a park pass to enter. We picked a drop off time of 10am and they gave us a pick up time, which is enough time to do any of the hikes. 

In addition, if tickets aren’t available, you are able to walk to the beginning of The Narrows Hike from the park entrance but you will be adding an extra 2.8 miles roundtrip to your hike. 

The Narrows Zion National Park Utah

What to wear/bring

We hiked The Narrows early October and yes the water was chilly. I wouldn’t say it was unbearable though. We started our hike around 10am and it was still chilly, I wore my waterproof jacket and workout shorts. I highly recommend renting the waterproof boots, I didn’t have any issues with slipping, or blisters. Although, I probably didn’t tighten them enough because I did feel water get in but my feet were never cold.

There are some spots during the hike where the water gets to your waist, so it is advised you put all your stuff in a drybag. There is also a possibility you could lose balance and fall, I won’t say who fell, but one of us did and had their phone in their pocket but luckily it survived. I couldn’t have done the hike without my walking stick, I depended on it so much.

In addition, make sure to bring some snacks, and a hydration backpack, click here for the one we have.

The Narrows Zion National Park Utah

About The Hike - The Narrows

There are two ways to do The Narrows. From the top down which is 16 miles and requires a permit, or bottom up which is 10 miles and doesn’t require a permit. We decided to hike the Narrows about 3 days before so we did the bottom up route.

For the first mile of the hike you are walking along the river. Enjoy this as this will be one of the few times you are on dry land. For most of the hike you are in the water hiking through slippery rocks. We hiked about 2 hours in until the walls became more narrow. We had a shuttle to catch so we turned around. 

I would say on the way there you are excited and amazed by the views. We started early around 10am so it wasn’t as packed. By the time we headed back there were more and more people and I was getting tired of hiking through the rocks and just wanted to be on dry land.  

Do note that there is no prior hiking experience necessary. As long as you have an okay balance and get a walking stick you are able to do this hike. Also note, you can go as far in as you want. If you only want to do two miles and turn back around you are able to do so.

The Narrows Zion National Park Utah

Overall

Do I recommend this hike? Definitely, but hike The Narrows at Zion National Park especially during COVID at your own pace. Most importantly, wear the proper gear as it can make such a huge difference on your experience.

If you are looking for other hikes in Zion check put Pa’Rus Trail here which happens to be the only dog friendly hike at Zion. I also suggest Angels Landing for some more adventure, which I will be writing a blog post about soon. 

Zion National Park is just stunning and you really can’t go wrong with any of the hikes. 

Overall, yes you can do The Narrows last minute, if you book a private shuttle and rent your gear online. Please be aware of flash flooding and bacteria inside the water, hike at your own risk, especially during COVID. Don’t forget to wear your masks and social distance!

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