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In some parts of the country, going outside in the winter is something you have to prepare yourself for. While your furry friend may be naturally better equipped to cope with the chill, your pet’s domesticated lifestyle means you should take care to prepare him or her for the winter just as you take measures for yourself. Keep your dog or cat safe, happy, and healthy over the next few months with the following tips to keep your pet safe.

Napa Valley and Sonoma, Calif. may be the first places that come to mind when you think of wine tasting in the United States. But there are plenty of other regions wine enthusiasts have successfully experimented with the cultivation of grapes for wine production. Ranked one of the best wine travel destinations in 2014 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, The Texas Hill Country is home to more than three dozen vineyards. If you live in an Austin apartment, you hardly have to “travel” to reach these wineries. Here are a few places you can sample locally produced wine in idyllic vineyard settings without even having […]

Over the last decade, Dallas has experienced tremendous growth. And for good reason. Dallas is one of the best cities for desirable jobs, has a strong presence in many industries, is blessed with generally excellent weather, and has a talented population that attracts more all the time. If you plan to or are considering a move to the Big D, there are a number of things you should know about this world-class city before you arrive.

Happy New Year’s Eve! As 2014 draws to a close, it is time to reflect on your year and think about changes you want to make in 2015. Do you have goals for yourself on the work front? How about in your personal life? If you need an extra push to achieve these goals, make some New Year’s resolutions to start down the right track. If you haven’t had much success keeping them in the past, here are some tips to keep in mind as you make your New Year’s resolution(s) for 2015.

Rich in culture, talent, and natural beauty, Southeast Florida is a region that has attracted people of many different backgrounds for centuries. Established to showcase the region’s history, diversity, and artistic talent, the Miramar Cultural Center in Miramar, Fla. is a place to discover, learn about, and enjoy this culture and talent. Here’s a taste of the offerings you can experience at Miramar Cultural Center, just moments away from AMLI Miramar Park.

A thriving city that has had another stellar year for growth in its economy and population, Dallas is a place where people have reason to celebrate. As the year draws to a close and the Big D prepares to ring in 2015, you can rest assured there are plenty of ways to celebrate in style. If you want to get out of your Dallas apartment this New Year’s Eve to celebrate the arrival of 2015, here are a few things that may interest you.

The weather is cold, daylight is growing increasingly sparse, and plenty of Chicagoans are feeling the effects of the weather. In other words, winter has arrived. Just because the weather bites doesn’t mean you have to stay cooped up in your apartment. At least not until the next polar vortex blasts Chicago, anyway. Regardless of whether you’re actually up for braving the cold or would rather move from one heated place to another, you can find something that suits you on this list of winter activities in Chicago.

When thoughts of holiday gift shopping first enter your head, the holidays seem far enough away that you don’t need to worry about it just yet. But before you know it, there’s hardly a week left before your gifts should be wrapped and ready. It feels as if time is anything but on your side! If you’re stressed because you have a lot of holiday shopping to do and have plenty of other things on your plate, don’t panic. Focus your energy on pairing the perfect gift with each person (or pet!) at the first chance you get. We gathered some holiday gifts to […]

If someone said you could live in a fully amenable, master planned neighborhood close downtown Denver, would you be interested? Located in Lone Tree’s 3,500-acre master planned RidgeGate community, AMLI RidgeGate offers the perfect blend of urban sophistication and lush green space. If  stunning views, open space, and the relative tranquility of Denver’s south suburbs appeal to you and you want to live just a short commute from downtown, read up on what AMLI RidgeGate has to offer.

In chilly cities like Montreal and Toronto, residents opt to get around via elaborate networks of tunnels to avoid the biting cold and wind in winter. Downtown Houston’s underground tunnel system is also used primarily by residents who don’t want to face the weather on their way to work or during lunch breaks, but for different reasons. Climate-controlled, the seven-mile network of tunnels is reliably cool and dry. Learn more about Houston’s downtown tunnels here.