By Colleen Ford
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In part 3 of our downtown Austin music scene series, we focus on outdoor venues and events. Austin is known both for its spectacular weather and its world-famous music festivals. Sometimes, these two Austin draws mix to give spectators an outdoor concert experience that keep them in good spirits for days. Outdoor Hot Spots Blessed with a humid subtropical climate, musicians can comfortably perform outdoors almost year-round in Austin. If you love nature and music, soak up both by visiting one of the following outdoor venues the next time someone you want to see is playing. Cedar Street Courtyard: Wedged between […]
By Jason Ernst
Washington State may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of fall leaves. But this Pacific Northwest paradise is known for the diversity of its ecosystems, and its landscape has plenty of enticing deciduous trees to accompany their evergreen brethren. If you live in a Seattle rental apartment, you probably already know this. But perhaps there are a few places on this list that you have yet to visit during the peak of the fall season. Bellevue Botanical Gardens Free to the public and open daily, the Bellevue Botanical Gardens is one of the most […]
34 degrees south of the equator, on Uruguay’s Atlantic Coast, lies a breathtaking village where people rarely stop smiling, the forest runs right into the ocean, and time passes as slowly as chilled molasses. Formerly a remote fishing village, the humble community of Punta del Diablo has welcomed tourism with open arms, to the benefit of the villagers and everyone who is willing to make the effort to get there. Sleeping Lodging is plentiful in Punta del Diablo, as this village with a permanent population of just over 300 people swells to accommodate 25,000 out-of-towners at the height of the tourist season. […]
In the second segment of a three-part series featuring the downtown Austin music scene, we shine the spotlight on some of the city’s most popular dive bars and music halls. Regardless of whether you are looking for a place you can group with your friends in grunge clothes or you want to get dressed up for a night of live music in a formal venue, you’re sure to find the perfect downtown Austin setting on this list. Dive Bars In most cities, people who decide to spend an evening out at a dive bar can hardly expect to be entertained […]
When decorating your apartment, there are several design faux pas you want to avoid. Among the most serious offenses is choosing a color scheme that simply does not work. If you want to play it safe, you can use monochromatic and analogous color schemes that traditionally work very well together. If you are looking to be bold or have two or three colors that you would like to use together in mind but you are worried that they won’t work well together, don’t give up on your inclination just yet. Several colors that you might expect to clash when used […]
In a New York Times article published a few months ago, Houston ranked #7 globally on a list of places to visit in the year 2013. The city’s selling points, according to the article, were culture and food—two aspects that Houston’s residents are fortunate enough to enjoy as frequently as they would like. How much do you know about Houston’s world-class restaurants, well-curated museum collections, and outstanding performance venues? In this post, we zoom in on 17 city blocks in Houston’s downtown that make up one of the world’s richest and most enticing theater districts: Houston’s Theater District. Major Performing […]
Luxury apartment living has its perks, but space is not always one of them. While there are plenty of spacious luxury apartments for rent in most U.S. cities, sometimes the most sought-after apartments in a city are also the most compact. If your apartment feels smaller than you would like for it to feel, there are several organizational and decorative strategies you can employ to make your apartment feel much roomier. Use Light Colors One of the most effective ways to make your luxury apartment feel larger is to use light colors throughout your living space. Lay white- or cream-colored […]
SXSW. Austin City Limits. Chaos in Tejas. Carnaval Brasileiro. These are just a few of the dozen + annual music festivals that people flock to downtown Austin from all over the country and world to experience. If you live in Austin, and you appreciate and enjoy live music, this guide can help you to get the most out of your weird, but awesome, city’s music scene. Music Clubs In many cities, the word “club” has come to be synonymous with “dance club.” This is not the case in downtown Austin. Included in this category are jazz houses, supper clubs, standard […]
By Jason Ernst
If Atlanta was hot this summer from a weather standpoint, then it is on fire right now as far as generating fun is concerned. If you want to get in on the fun, stop by one of these upcoming fall festivals. Taste of Atlanta For 12 years, the Taste of Atlanta has aimed to win the hearts of its visitors through satisfying their bellies. Judging by the increasing popularity of the event, it’s fair to say its organizers have succeeded in meeting their goals. This weekend, stop by Midtown’s Tech Square to sample food that is on offer from some […]
By Jason Ernst
The signs aren’t that subtle. The in-your-face pumpkin displays and wide array of orange-and-black decorations at the supermarkets, drug stores, and party supply stores in your area are sending a message to consumers: host a Halloween party in your apartment. If you are one of the many Americans who considers Halloween among your favorite holidays and are happy to oblige, continue reading this article for some tips that will help you host an unforgettable Halloween party in your luxury apartment home. Go All Out! When it comes to planning a costume party, you really can’t get too creative or overdo […]