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The Ultimate Guide to ICE! at Gaylord Texan

You’ve decorated the Christmas tree, made puppy chow and ice skated. As festive as holiday traditions can be, sometimes it’s nice to spice it up with something new. This year I visited a friend in Dallas, and we got tickets to ICE! Featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas at the Gaylord Texan Resort. Sculptors turned more than 2 million pounds of ice into a winter wonderland that’s kept at a brisk 9 degrees. And if you combine all five Gaylord Hotel locations, the amount of ice totals to more than 12 million pounds at these attractions and almost 300 miles...

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9 Best Coffee Shops in Dallas

You don’t have to be a genius to know that coffee isn’t created equal. And neither are coffee shops. I spent my summer living in Dallas and exploring the best of its coffee scene. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite spots in order of preference. Next time you’re down south, be sure to check out these top 9 Dallas coffee shops: 1 . La La Land Hands down, this Dallas coffee spot took the No. 1 spot in my heart. Not only does it have parking but it’s also in the Lower Greenville neighborhood, which means it’s close...

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41 Things to Do in Dallas, Texas

If I’m being real, I never dreamed of moving to Dallas. I had my heart set on the coast, but as life turns out, my plans usually don’t. This summer I moved to Dallas, and very quickly, I fell in love. The first time I came to Dallas was when I moved here, and now that it’s time to go back to school, I’m leaving a piece of my heart and already craving a trip back here. Three months gave me ample time to explore, and here are my top 30+ things to do. Activities + Things to Do...

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Photo Diary: Dallas Arboretum

I like to hit the ground running. I’m spending my summer in the deep south, in Texas that is, and although I won’t be traveling across the globe this summer, I’m looking forward to digging in deep and exploring Texas. Today I’m sharing a photo diary from the Dallas Arboretum, one of my first adventures of the summer. Other than the fact that it’s all over Pinterest, I also know two couples who got engaged at the Dallas Arboretum. My mom and I made the drive and explored the many plants that this botanical garden has to offer. For...

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Hey there, I'm Kristin, a Missouri girl living in southern France and teaching English. I love planning weekend trips, sharing my best expat tips and sipping iced coffee.

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