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Disneyland offers a world of opportunities for families to explore and enjoy. As a result, it’s a popular destination for family vacations lasting up to a week in duration. If you live in the Los Angeles area, you’re more likely to visit Disneyland on day trips. This is especially the case if you live at apartments near Disneyland in Anaheim or nearby Orange. Here are some tips that can help you get the most from your time and money. Order tickets in advance Buy tickets for your family online at Disneyland Resort’s website. This will spare you from having to wait in […]

Irving is not your typical large metropolitan suburb. It’s a dynamic and increasingly diverse satellite city with several draws of its own. Among these is an exceptional dining scene, featuring a number of stellar variety of restaurants from cuisines around the world. Andalous Mediterranean Grill The autonomous community of Andalusia lies within Spain’s borders, but Andalous Mediterranean Grill’s menu is not limited to dishes with origins in the region. Visit this Irving restaurant to indulge in delights inspired by Spanish, French, Greek, Turkish, Israeli, Lebanese, and Tunisian culinary traditions.

You’ve heard before. You’ll hear it again. Houston is one of the most diverse, culturally rich, and generally happening cities in the country. While there are a host of museums, galleries, performances, and other events you can pay a pretty penny to experience, Houston also has a lot of free attractions. We’re not just talking about free days at museums. Although those are great, as well. Here are a few experiences in Houston that are always free. Houston Arboretum and Nature Center The 155-acre Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is a centrally located city retreat and education center every Houstonian […]

Winter is coming. Is your apartment ready? Unless you’re lucky enough to live somewhere that snow isn’t a regular fixture of the season, you might need to start making some minor adjustments around home to cheer you up. Make this time of chillier temperatures and darker days more bearable with a few simple changes to your apartment decor. Here are some winter decorating tips that can help. Make a rug Do you like to walk around your apartment barefoot? Having a few rugs on the floor can keep your feet warm and comfortable. If you’re feeling ambitious and have some time on […]

The start of a day can be a slow slog until you take that first sip of coffee. If you don’t need the caffeine jolt to feel alert and awake, more power to you. But if you do, and you don’t already have a go-to spot near your LoHi apartment, we’ve got some options for you to consider. Here are five LoHi coffee shops staffed by friendly baristas known for serving finely roasted beans that can help you kickstart your day. 1. Black Eye Coffee Black Eye Coffee Shop can be compared to a brewpub that curates a collection of the […]

Long-distance travel is stressful any time of year. With more people traveling and holiday-related pressures on your mind, however, holiday season travel has the potential to be especially nerve-racking. To help you prepare for, mitigate, and manage the stress you experience when traveling to spend the holidays with family or friends, we’ve compiled some tips. Use lists The holiday season is hectic, a time of year during which you can hardly be expected to keep track of everything you need to do without a planner or to-do list. Make a list of everything you need to buy or do before […]

Deerfield, a half-hour drive north of downtown Chicago in light traffic, is home to a site that helps visitors imagine what 19th-century life was like in the area. Deerfield Historic Village is a collection of historic buildings where visitors can learn about life shortly after the community was settled in the early 1800s. Founded and maintained by the Deerfield Historical Society, the Deerfield Historic Village is a family-friendly attraction worth visiting. Here are some of the attractions to see at the site, a five-minute drive from the apartments at AMLI Deerfield. Caspar Ott Cabin Considered the oldest standing building in Lake County, the […]

Perpetually pleasant weather and a plethora of organized races make Austin an ideal city for serious and casual runners alike. Several long, well-maintained trails pass through scenic parts of Austin and its surroundings, making the training experience diverse and enjoyable. Here are five running routes where you can work toward your fitness goals or train for your next marathon. Barton Creek Greenbelt Trail The Barton Creek Greenbelt is home to 13 miles of forested running route. Rolling hills give you the chance to run some moderate inclines. And multiple entry points and hidden offshoots make it possible to change up […]

AMLI’s commitment to provide an outstanding living environment for its residents extends outside the walls of its apartment buildings. It’s also our mission to be a grateful steward to the environment wherever our communities set foot. That’s why we’re happy to announce 14 of our luxury apartment communities are now ENERGY STAR-certified. The energy efficiency certification means residents can expect lower utility bills, less energy waste, and a place to call home that is healthy and better for the planet than most apartments on the market. The move to become certified is part of AMLI’s ongoing push to increase our positive […]

Roommate horror stories are unfortunately a dime a dozen. If you’ve lived with several people in the past, you may very well have some of your own. Hopefully you’ve never been the subject of one yourself. But if you want to set yourself up to have a good rapport with your roommate or roommates and not to have horror stories told about your cohabitation skills, follow these rules of thumb. Replenish what you use No one likes to discover there’s no toilet paper left on the dispenser (or worse, in the entire apartment) after using the restroom. If you finish the […]