These mysterious lights can appear anywhere from 11pmto 4am, and that being said. We hung out here chatting with the locals until it was late enough to head over to see the Marfa Lights at the official viewing area.You’ll get a one-on-one tour of the up-and-coming distillery that is putting the old train store to use! Then get a complimentary flight of sotol, rum, & gin, as well as a drink (the ranch water was perfection) paired with chips and salsa.Make sure to take a tour of the Marfa Spirit Co, a fairly new distillery specializing in Sotol.Head back into Marfa and stop in at the bar at Hotel Saint George for some ranch waters and a charcuterie board.We used our points to book this stay but it is definitely worth a splurge. It’s a gorgeous hotel that was built in 1909 and has been designated as a national historic site with Italian marble, Corinthian columns, and beautiful chandeliers. In the heart of Downtown, this hotel was perfect walking distance to pretty much everything we did.Day 1: Drive from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Antonio, Texas (approx 4.5 hours no stops) We have started taking a much more relaxed approach to our vacations, and find we have the best time when we have an extremely loose schedule and explore when we get there-I highly encourage yall to try it! This is the best way to avoid vacation burnout and truly enjoy your time wherever you go! But below you will find where we ended up. Extra hair ties (I always manage to forget those and lose the ones I have).I cannot stress this enough no matter how hydrated you think you are staying your skin will suffer. lightweight long sleeve-if you are prone to sunburnsĬlick HERE for links DON’T FORGET THESE ITEMS.hiking pants/leggings/shorts (I prefer the kind that zips into shorts).hiking boots/sandals (don’t forget tall socks if you pack boots).We ended our trip at Big Bend National Park and did several days of hiking, so if that’s up your alley be sure to pack clothes you can sweat in: Linen is always a good option, and think about packing items that can layer when the evenings get chilly.Ĭlick HERE to shop links Shackets, Jackets & Pulloversīelow you’ll find some of my favorite options for layering! Click HERE for the links to these! Outdoor Gear Casual Wear:Įverything is pretty casual in the desert, and expect to get dusty! I opted to wear a lot of light, flowy clothes that can easily get me from brunch to dinner. Below you can find some suggested packing lists and links to help you prepare for your trip. I like to pack in “capsule” style wardrobes, which allows you to take minimal items that can be mixed/matched for the weather or daily activities. with that being said, you want to be prepared for whatever the day will throw your way. ![]() During the “spring” months, the weather can vary from mid 80’s to 30’s in a day. West/South Texas is a desert, but don’t let that fool you. Below you will find everything about our trip from our destinations/itinerary, stays, packing lists, and restaurant suggestions! So buckle up, it’s time to explore! What to pack: In theme with those unseasonably warm temperatures, several months out of the year ended up snagging a spot for one of the warmest on record.Hello hello! It has been a while since I have updated here on the blog (you’ll find me most active on Instagram these days as we bounce around in our day to day…but recently we took a break from all the “hoops” life has us jumping through and ran away to South-West Texas for 10 days. This number ties 2011 for the highest number of 90°+ days on record in a given year. Overall, San Antonio officially recorded 155 days where our high temperature reached at least 90°. The number of 90°+ days found this year also claims a spot in the record books. ![]() That marks the second highest number of 100°+ days that we’ve seen in a given year, following 2009 when we had 59 triple digit days. This past summer brought hotter-than-average temperatures to South Central Texas, with a total number of 58 days where our high temperature reached 100° or higher. Total Rainfall (recorded at SA International)Ġ.01″ - Tied for the 2nd driest on record
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