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My Personal Review of Aloft Waco Downtown

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 18, 2025

I’ve been a longtime fan of the Aloft hotel brand from Marriott. I find it to be ridiculously low-priced for the modern feel, and Aloft hotels tend to be built in convenient locations around the…

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Be Kind Coffee Review in Waco

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 16, 2025

Be Kind Coffee is an adorable coffee shop in downtown Waco. It’s pretty small – just a little corner shop with floor-to-ceiling windows and a side parking lot – but it’s constantly buzzing with caffeinated…

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Aloft hotel pool

Waco Hotels With Amazing Pools

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 16, 2025

It’s really a shame when a Texas hotel opens without  a pool because honestly? All we want to do in the hot summer months is jump in a cold swimming pool! There are a handful…

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Ramble & Co

The Best Boutique Shops In Waco That You Have To Visit!

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 15, 2025

Everyone comes to Waco to shop at Magnolia Market. And yes, it’s really cute (especially at Christmas!) and well worth a visit. But did you know there are lots of other boutique shops in Waco…

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Mo Cookies

Mo Cookies: Waco’s Best Cookies

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 10, 2025

For legit some of the BEST cookies you can find in Waco, make sure you stop by Mo Cookies. It’s a female-owned black-owned cookie/brownie bakery in Waco serving up homemade cookies prepared in small batches.…

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Opal's Oysters

Hottest New Restaurants in Waco

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 10, 2025

Waco, Texas might be best known for its charming small-town vibe and Magnolia Market, but lately, its food scene has been stealing the spotlight. From trendy new spots to locally loved gems, Waco’s restaurant landscape…

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Opal's Oyster in Waco

Opal’s Oysters Is The New Restaurant From Terry Black’s BBQ (And It’s Awesome)

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 7, 2025

I’ve shared many times the desperate need that Waco has for more fine dining restaurants, especially in the downtown area. There are a handful of good ones, but for a city that is experiencing this…

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Jimenez Bakery

The Best Bakeries In Waco, TX

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 6, 2025

When someone asks about the best bakeries in Waco, I assume they’re wanting baked goods like bread, burger buns, and whole cakes (rather than cupcakes and cookies.) Yes, there are lots of great places to…

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Cameron Park Zoo - African Safari

A Complete Guide To Cameron Park Zoo

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 5, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Waco, Texas, Cameron Park Zoo offers a unique and enriching experience for animal lovers of all ages. Spanning 52 acres and home to more than 1,700 animals, the zoo combines…

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Jake's Texas Tea House

My Favorite Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Waco

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 4, 2025

When it comes time to dine out with kids in Waco, your options extend far beyond the normal fast food chain spots on the side of I-35. I promise. There are actually a handful of…

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