Lunch At Schmaltz’s Sandwich Shop In Waco

Schmaltz's Waco

Everyone says Schmaltz’s Sandwich Shop is one of the best restaurants in Waco, so I went in for lunch to finally check it out! It’s a Waco soup and sandwich restaurant that’s been around for years. The original location opened way back in 1975 on Baylor University campus (that location is closed now) and there…

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FREE In Waco: A Visit To The Baylor Bear Habitat

Baylor Bear Habitat

Who doesn’t love something free to do in Waco? After you’ve spent all your $ shopping at Magnolia Market, you might be looking for some free activities or some fun stuff to do with the kids. Enter: The Baylor Bear Habitat, which is so beloved it even has its own instagram account. The Baylor Bear…

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5 Best Museums In Waco That You Should Actually Visit

Mayborn Museum Complex

Honesty, there are a few museums in Waco that are a “swing and a miss” that probably aren’t worth your time. But there are 5 museums in Waco that are actually worth a visit!  Note that I’m using the term “museum” really loosely here. 😉 Waco is very small, so it’s a pretty small pool…

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Best Things To See And Do In Downtown Waco

Waco Suspension Bridge

Waco isn’t a big city (the population is somewhere around 150,000), but since it’s the largest city on I-35 from the drive between Dallas and Austin, and since Chip and Joanna Gaines of Fixer Upper fame kind of made it famous, Waco has been experiencing a tourism boom! Downtown Waco is the hub of the…

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These Are The 5 Best Burgers In Waco

Best Burgers in Waco

Call me a burger connoisseur or just call me a typical American human being who loves nothing more than a big double cheeseburger + steak cut fries and a craft beer on Friday night, but here’s the truth: I have eaten a LOT of burgers. I love exploring the food scene in Waco, so when…

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5 Cute Bed And Breakfasts In Waco

hillcrest estate magnolia house

Waco has a darling shopping and dining scene these days, so it’s no surprise that there are some really cute bed and breakfasts in Waco, too! The most popular thing to do in Waco is go shopping at Magnolia Market, so I’m going to share a few really adorable spots to stay in Waco near…

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15 Holiday Activities In Waco

magnolia market

Fa la la! The holidays are upon us in Waco, and it’s time to deck the halls, make gingerbread cookies, and get our Christmas wish lists ready for Santa! There are lots of cute holiday activities in Waco, so consider this your master list.  From Nutcracker ballet performances and majestic choir concerts to outdoor festivals…

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A Review Of Hotel Herringbone – My Honest Thoughts

Hotel Herringbone exterior

I stayed at the Hotel Herringbone in Waco after lusting after it for a few months. I’m an absolute sucker for a unique hotel. I’m not a big spa person and I don’t have a shopping vice…but show me a gorgeous hotel, and I’ll gladly plop down a few hundred dollars for an overnight stay.…

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Where To Eat On The Drive Between Austin And Waco

309 Coffee

The drive from Austin to Waco is about 2 hours, give or take from annoying I-35 traffic. And as long as you’re road trippin’, you might as well stop for some good eats and drinks! Here’s where to eat on the drive between Austin and Waco. powered by Proxi Where To Eat On The Drive…

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5 Beautiful Spots for Hiking in Waco

Best Hiking In Waco

I chuckle a bit when people ask for the best hiking trails in central Texas, because let’s be real: Texas hiking just isn’t that exciting. However, I scoped out the best hiking trails in Waco because sometimes you just need to get outdoors and climb!  When the weather is perfect for hiking and you want…

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