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Here's your plan for relaxing in a luxury treehouse, visiting a rhino winery, and enjoying cozy nights. Watch the video 👇

Discover a unique getaway in Fredericksburg! Relax by the pool, enjoy a cozy movie night, and soak in your private cedar tub. Complete your staycation with a visit to a unique winery featuring a rhino.

Luxury Treehouse Staycation

Relax in luxury at Onera Fredericksburg with a private cedar tub, pool, and well-equipped kitchen.

Treehouse Staycation

✅ Before you go
• Book your stay here: https://www.stayonera.com/

💪 Pro tips
• The kitchen is well-equipped, so feel free to bring food to prepare a meal.

Onera Fredericksburg

At Rhinory in Stonewall, enjoy a glass of wine while watching Blake the rhino play, or book a personalized experience to meet him up close.

Winery Visit

✅ Before you go
• No reservation needed to enjoy a glass of wine and see the rhino, but if you’re interested in a personalized wine tasting book in advance here: https://rhinory.com/reservation/

💪 Pro tips
• If you want to meet Blake up close and personal they offer a special rhino experience. For more info and to book your visit: https://rhinory.com/reservation/

Rhinory

Did you know about these beautiful treehouse cabins tucked away,

We stayed at the Spyglass treehouse at Onera

and it was the perfect spot to disconnect for a few days.

This is the kind of place you go to if you want luxury and coziness,

combined. The attention to detail and the interior

design is incredible. With the cozy furnishings,

the high end finishes, well equipped kitchen.

You also have a private cedar tub, and despite other cabins being nearby,

the layout and the trees make it feel private.

All we had on the agenda for this trip was to relax.

So we kicked things off with some pizza and wine.

Then we settled in for a cozy movie night and let me tell you the bed comfort level 10.

The next morning, we cooked ourselves a good breakfast and ok,

I guess there is one other thing in the agenda because it

wouldn't be a trip to Fredericksburg without visiting at least one winery.

and we just sipped our wine and watched him play

with his little soccer ball and we learned about

what the owners are doing to help rhino conservation.

After the winery, we came back and enjoyed the cedar tub.

And then we spent the rest of our time by the

pool just soaking in the sun and the peaceful vibes.

So if you're looking for a dreamy getaway,

And make sure to share this video to help others discover this hidden gem.

Here's your plan for crafting and block printing a cozy fall-themed tea towel.

Watch the video 👇  
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🍁Learn to Craft A Fall Themed Tea Towel🍁

Create a fall-themed block-printed tea towel at an easy workshop in ART HUB ATX, Austin. Learn from a local artist and enjoy a relaxing crafting experience.

Block Printing Workshop

✅ Before You Go
• Grab your workshop ticket 👇🏽 🔗 
• https://monicasporch.com/products/block-printing-workshop-fall-themed-diy-tea-towel


💪 Pro tips
• Grab a fall themed drink at the Tropri Cafe Food truck right outside the studio
• Free parking on site
• Checkout the huge art gallery on your way out! The 

Sign Up for the Workshop

Come with me to an easy block printing workshop at my studio in Art Hub ATX.

This workshop is led by Chelsea Shaw of Chase Wales,

a local block printing artist and Austin native.

you will learn the art of block printing and create a fall inspired tea towel.

I pushed down perfectly enough to stamp my own towel.

This is a perfect way to kick off fall and do an easy,

Here's your plan for grabbing coffee in Lockhart, then relaxing in mineral springs and spa pools. Watch the video 👇

Grab some breakfast and coffee in Lockhart then enjoy your day at Ottine Mineral Springs!

Relaxing Mineral Springs Outing

Start your wellness day trip with delicious breakfast and artisan coffee at Chaparral Coffee in Lockhart before heading out to the mineral springs.

Coffee at Chaparral

Drive to Chaparral Coffee in Lockhart 

Soak and unwind in five mineral spring-fed pools, hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge at Ottine Mineral Springs, with fresh food and a serene ambiance in Gonzales.

Soak in Springs

✅ Before you go
• Only pack mineral/non oil based sunscreen, as it is a requirement to not disturb the water content
• Bring a refillable water bottle! They have stations to fill up, and you’ll want to stay hydrated.
• No outside food or drink allowed (except water)

💪 Pro tips
• Book your day pass in advance!! Spots fill up fast. I would recommend getting the 9 AM time slot for arrival, by 11 it was pretty crowded. No entrance allowed without a pass.
• Children under 13 are not allowed 
• The food is really good!
• You’ll need to wash off prior to entering, so I wouldn’t apply any sunscreen beforehand.
• Bring a hat for shade!

Head to the springs!

Here's your nudge plan to escape just outside the city to

visit a cute coffee shop and soak in mineral hot springs.

grab some coffee and breakfast or chaparral coffee,

Ate Mineral Springs is a hidden oasis with 5 spring-fed pools,

I recommend getting there as early as possible to grab a

good spot and enjoy the amenities before it gets too crowded.

we grabbed some juices at the cafe and headed to my favorite part,

but the cold plunge was a crisp 50 degrees and felt.

The hot tub and sauna are great to warm back up in and relax in afterwards.

each ranging in different temperatures to enjoy,

and even hammocks to relax and read a book or take a nap in.

we grabbed some ceviche and the prosciutto arugula pizza that was

cooked in a wood-fired oven right in front of us.

Share with a friend and book a day pass soon.

Here's your plan for enjoying Italian food, followed by margaritas and craft cocktails in downtown Austin. Watch the video 👇

Enjoy a delicious Italian meal followed by drinks at cocktail bars and restaurants.

An Italian Meal, Live Music & Cocktails

Dine at Sammie’s for authentic Italian cuisine, signature cocktails, and occasional live music in a lively downtown Austin atmosphere.

Italian Dining

✅ Before you go
• Make a reservation here: https://sammiesitalian.com.  
• Sammie’s gets busy and you will want a reservation in advance.

💪 Pro tips
• For appetizers, I recommend the Shrimp Francese and the Sautéed Clams.
• For entrees, I recommend Sammie’s Lasagna and Cheese Ravioli with the Brussel Sprouts as a side.
• For drinks, I recommend the Old Fashioned and the Costa Rimini.

Enjoy a Meal at Sammie’s

Enjoy colorful vibes and delicious signature margaritas on the spacious patio at Taquero Mucho, an Instagram-worthy Mexican eatery perfect for post-dinner drinks.

Enjoy Margaritas

✅ Before you go
• Check out their menu here: https://tqm-atx.myshopify.com/?shpxid=f483d1c7-6127-4c3c-bd56-8047b45aae52

💪 Pro tips
• I recommend the Mango Mezcal Margarita and the Aperol Margarita.

Savor a Beverage at Taquero Mucho

Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and a cozy ambiance at Revenge, a downtown Austin bar with a wide liquor selection and custom drink options.

Craft Cocktails

✅ Before you go
• The website can be found here: https://revengebar.com.
• To see the full cocktail list, you need to go to the bar.
• They can also make cocktails off menu based on your preference.

💪 Pro tips
• I recommend the Old Fashioned and the Espresso Martini.

Indulge in a Drink at Revenge

If you are a fan of Italian food and enjoy some nice cocktails, then this is the plan for you.

It's an Italian restaurant located in downtown Austin.

It has an outdoor patio, a huge bar area, and on top of that, the dining area is spacious and usually packed as well.

So, make sure you check out their schedule.

I always like to start off with a nice cocktail and the Old Fashioned was amazing.

And I usually kick off my meal with appetizers, and both the Sautéed Clams and the Shrimp Francese were phenomenal.

But you must save room for the stars of the show.

Sammie’s Lasagna and the Cheese Ravioli plates are huge and delicious.

The Brussels sprouts are a great side dish as well.

Eating here makes you feel as if you are literally in Italy.

After you have finished your meal, right next door to Sammie’s is Taquero Mucho.

It's a Mexican restaurant that is a 2-minute walk away.

The inside is very picturesque, and it has a pink theme throughout.

There is also an outdoor patio that is extremely spacious and has great spots for photos.

When it's a nice day, I always choose to sit on the patio.

For drinks, the Mezcal Margarita and the Aperol Margarita were delicious after the Italian meal.

Lastly, to finish up the day, head  over to Revenge.

It's a cocktail bar across the street from Taquero Mucho.

They have a robust catalog of liquors to choose from, and they make incredible cocktails.

And there's a ton of comfortable seating. So, see the notes for more details and make it happen soon.

Here's your plan for a relaxing stroll and plant shopping in a beautiful urban garden oasis. Watch the video 👇

An urban garden center that is the perfect date escape 

Stroll through an outdoor oasis

Wander among oak trees and tropical plants at The Great Outdoors, an urban garden oasis perfect for plant shopping and a peaceful stroll in Austin's Dawson neighborhood.

Garden center stroll

✅ Before you go
• bring a bigger car if you’re planning on taking home trees 😬
• bring all your plant loving friends 

💪 Pro tips
• say hello to Sable! He’s a talker! 
• get to know the employees. They’re so helpful!!! 
• take your time walking around, it’s beautiful!
• check out the little shop inside!

Spend hours at The Great Outdoors

we've been going to a lot of nurseries to buy plants,

The great outdoors is truly a destination,

and while it's technically an urban garden center,

we thought we were just going to stop by,

and a fig tree that we could barely fit into our car,

but we got home and planted these babies and just had the sweetest time.