Originally written by Monty Hudson and published on The Spring Break Family. Located just 25 minutes from Dallas, Plano is an easy and fun weekend destination for all sorts of travelers. Whether you’re looking for world-class shopping, amazing dining establishments, or even spaces to commune with nature, Plano has it all! Here are things to […] Read More
Updated: 6/18/24 Plano’s newest entertainment district, Legacy West, is like a “city within a city”; it is the largest mixed use destination in North Texas and is a great place to meet, play, shop, dine, and stay. The 255-acre development boasts plenty of open-air high-end retail (think Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, and Gucci) and […] Read More
Originally published on Texas Travel Talk; written by Kim Croisant, My Traveling Roads. Follow Kim on Instagram @mytravelingroads. Brody and I recently visited Plano for a weekend and enjoyed every bit of our time in the city. Believe it or not, the one thing I thought I would not enjoy is the very one I enjoyed the […] Read More
Originally published on Texas Travel Talk; written by Rory Lassanske, Mama Contemporanea. Follow Rory on Instagram @mcontemporanea. Plano is a vibrant city full of energy, diversity, and a huge heart of southern hospitality. The city has something to offer everyone, including teenagers like mine. Always exceeds my expectations, and it never ceases to amaze me. We love […] Read More
Make it a summer to remember with your family and friends in Plano, TX. From family activities to friends night out, here are X things for you to plan to do in Plano this summer. Make Your Summer plans 1. Make a Splash Swim across Texas at the historic Texas Pool, a 168,000 gallon saltwater pool shaped […] Read More
Originally published on Texas Travel Talk; written by Adeina Anderson, Creative Lifestyles with Adeina. Follow Adeina on Instagram @adeinaanderson. Plano, Texas, being one of the top 10 largest cities in Texas and still growing, is the perfect place for your next vacation, and you get to bring your pets along. There are many hotels, restaurants, […] Read More
Written by: Alessandra Martinez, Livin Mi Vida Ale. Follow her on Instagram @livin.mivida.ale. Heading out to Plano, TX from Arlington, was a 45 mile drive and it took us around an hour to arrive. If you’re visiting Texas, and flying into DFW or Dallas Love Field, it’s only about 30 miles. We visited Plano before […] Read More
Written by: Laurin Curtis, The Life of Jo Jo @laurinjo Located 30 minutes from Dallas, Plano, Texas is a gem hidden in plain sight! Packed with 1000+ restaurants, an array of shopping options, beautiful nature parks, and many other family friendly activities and excursions, Plano has so much to offer anyone looking for a premium […] Read More
Written by: Layla Komal @dallaspakiblogger The one reason why I love Plano is that you will never be bored! There are so many things to do in this city. There are various different options of cuisines, site seeing, and even hiking! In this blog post, I’ll be telling you about 14 things to do in […] Read More
It has probably been a good while since many families got together for a reunion. If you’re considering a family reunion trip, take a look at Plano, Texas and see what all the city can offer for your group. Plano blends historic charm with modern luxury and brims with attractions that make it perfect for […] Read More
Is a hot air balloon ride on your bucket list? Thanks to Plano being the Hot Air Balloon Capital of Texas, there are a few local opportunities to make your dream come true! For a good portion of the year, you can look up into the morning sky in Plano and find hot air balloons […] Read More
Updated: 11/22/22 Whether it’s a much-needed “me” day or a special occasion, these Plano spas and beauty services invite you and yours to indulge in luxury spa treatments. The spa experience you deserve awaits you in Plano. Day Spas Hiatus Spa + retreat Just north of The Shops at Willow Bend, Hiatus Spa + Retreat […] Read More
Many people associate “Texas” with cowboys, horses, farm land, cowboy boots & hats and big ole belt buckles. Though Plano has some horses, cattle, and farm animals sprinkled in here and there, we are sure lucky to be close enough to Southfork Ranch for these one-of-a-kind true Texas experiences. Enjoy some real Texas-sized fun while […] Read More
Updated: 07/27/21 Make-up for lost time and make it a summer to remember with your family and friends. From family activities to friends night out, here are seven things for you to plan to do in Plano this summer. Make Your Summer plans 1. Swim Across Texas The historic Texas Pool is 168,000 gallons of saltwater shaped […] Read More
Written by: Cindy N’Kele, Foreign Fresh Fierce @foreign_fresh_fierce I am excited to share with you another Texas staycation location right here in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex! If you were following me last month, you might have remembered the staycation I did in collaboration with Visit Plano. I shared all the fun things you can do, see […] Read More
Written by: Chastity Beene, A Cowboy’s Life @cowboyslifeblog A weekend getaway in Plano, Texas is filled with museums, outdoor adventures and lots of great food. It’s a wonderful getaway with plenty of things to see, eat and do around town. Check out this list of everything to do and eat in Plano, Texas! For those not […] Read More
An excerpt from a blog written by: Vessy Smith, Feel Good & Travel. When most people think of visiting the great state of Texas, they usually plan to see the Alamo and San Antonio, the Capitol Building in Austin, NASA in Houston, and perhaps tour the JFK assassination site in Dallas. As you can imagine, […] Read More
Written by: Kelly Tomlinson, Live Love Texas @liveluvtexas Planning a pet friendly staycation in Texas? These Plano Texas Travel Tips will show you where to stay, what to eat, and what to do! This year for our end of summer getaway, we packed up the truck and headed three hours north to Plano TX. If you’re […] Read More
Written by: Carrie Lindsey, Carrie Elle Blog @carrieelleblog One of the things I love so much about Texas is how many fun, family-friendly places there are to visit. But even though I love to travel all over the state, some of the biggest treasures the Lone Star State has to offer are right in my […] Read More
Written by: Jamie Dorobek of C.R.A.F.T. Plano is the perfect weekend getaway for families! We recently made the 3 hour trip north up I-35 from Austin to explore all that Plano has to offer, and we had a blast! Here are my top 8 kid friendly, parent approved activities to do in Plano, Texas. 8 […] Read More
