Texas Roadtrip
This trip was the ULTIMATE girls adventure- filled with a lot of Margaritas and delicious Mexican food. Despite going in October, temperatures hit in the 90’s and then dropped to the 40’s, so pack smart! Start in San Antonio (honestly our new favorite hotel to stay at is here) and make a road trip to Austin, Texas hitting up some trendy shops, restaurants, and local wall murals. Then end in Waco Texas (yes, we had some obsessed Chip & Joanna fans with us). We accomplished this girls’ trip in 5 days, making us want to go back and explore more of this southern state.
San Antonio
WHERE TO STAY
HOTEL EMMA: Our new favorite hotel due to décor, a quiet pool, and margarita happy hour! Avg. Nightly Stay: $450
WHERE TO EAT
· LA GLORIA- Authentic Mexican dishes right beside Hotel Emma.
· PEARL BREWERY- Sit outside and enjoy awesome dinner and drinks in the heart of the Pearl District. P.S, great spot for people watching!
· HIGH STREET WINE & CO- Hidden in a shopping cove, come here for a bottle of wine and cheese pairings before shopping and exploring!
ACTIVITES:
· THE SAN ANTONIO RIVER WALK (Hotel Emma provides bikes)- You can either bike or walk it, just be careful you don’t fall in the river as there are no railings! When you get close to downtown, there are restaurants you can stop at to eat and drink.
· THE ALAMO AND THE SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS- The touristy things to do, but go to a few to please your die hard tourist travelers.
· THE PEARL FARMER’S MARKET- A must-do if you’re here on the weekend! Every Saturday from 9am - 1pm, check out all of the amazing food from local vendors. We had some killer kombucha and bought some wine and cheese to eat later on our road trip.
Austin
WHERE TO STAY:
· ARCHER HOTEL (for the Ohioans reading this, it’s similar to an Easton location with a great pool) Avg. Nightly Stay: $260
· SOUTH CONGRESS HOTEL Located in the heart of South Congress shopping, think hipster vibes. Avg. Nightly Stay: *Varies depending on weekend* $350
· HOTEL SAN JOSE Bungalow inspired and located on the same street as South Congress hotel, think dessert oasis vibes. Avg. Nightly Stay: *Varies depending on weekend* $350
· HOTEL SAINT CECILIA Also Located near South Congress & San Jose hotel, this gem is tucked away and is on our bucket list!! Ultimate bachelorette stay, think southern charm mixed with neon lights. Avg. Nightly Stay: *Varies depending on weekend* $400-700
WHERE TO EAT:
· FRESA’S- SOUTH FIRST: Mexican dishes with the cutest outdoor patio!
ACTIVITES:
· BAT TOUR- Watch 1.5 million bats fly out from under the Congress Ave bridge nightly to go get food, can watch by boat or kayak!
Waco
WHERE TO STAY
· HGTV MAGNOLIA HOUSE: If you love Chip & Johanna Gaines HGTV show, we highly recommend staying at one of their locations. We appreciated the attention to detail but you will NEED to book 6 months in advance! Avg. Nightly Stay: $700-1,000 (bring a group of families or girlfriends to enjoy a few days!)
WHERE TO EAT:
· MAGNOLIA TABLE: A little slice of heaven, try anything and everything! You are also able to buy merchandise here such as coffee mugs.
· MILO ALL DAY- Southern-influence with rustic chic décor, check out the cool bathrooms and split a carafe of mimosas! They also have seasonal menus with homemade jams (Brunch, lunch, or dinner!)
· OUR BREAKFAST PLACE- Line at the Magnolia table too long? Check out this family owned diner for breakfast!
ACTIVITES:
· MAGNOLIA MARKET SILOS: Be prepared to buy another piece of luggage. If you are looking for home décor and all things farmhouse chic, stop here! If the weather is nice, enjoy food trucks outside on the lawn. Be sure to get a cupcake or a dozen from the Magnolia Silos Bakery too!
