Welcome to Plano, Texas— whether you’re here for business, leisure, or just passing through, Plano offers a mix of experiences and our parks are some of the best to explore. Our green spaces cater to every interest from playgrounds and picnic spots to trails for running and biking. Best Parks for Playgrounds When you visit […] 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
Updated: 6/2/22 Especially now, more and more people are traveling with their pets and Plano is the perfect destination for you and your pup to enjoy. Plano is recognized as a Better City for Pets, after all! With tons of dog friendly restaurant patios and events, over 4,300 acres of greenspace with beautiful parks, outdoor […] Read More
Written by: Alli & Bobby Talley, @TravelingNewlyweds Over the past few years, we’ve seen a lot of Texas – from Austin to Marfa, it’s a state that keeps us guessing, and keeps us coming back for more . Every city has a different vibe and distinctly Texan flare, and we truly love aspects of them […] 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
Updated: 05/22/2020 Plano parks, playgrounds, open space, and trails are currently open for use. The City of Plano wants you to continue reaping the benefits of our 85 award-winning parks and nature preserves. But it’s going to take a little help and cooperation from everyone. As you may be aware, some North Texas cities are […] Read More
Written by: Jane Johnson, freelance writer. 37% of pet owners take their furry friends on vacation with them each year, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA). Plano is the perfect vacation spot for dog owners as it is proudly dog-friendly, and even has its own theater for dogs. But to ensure that you and your pet […] Read More
Written by: Chelsea Evans. Originally published on Gals Best Friend. Who knew that such a dog-friendly city was right under our noses?!! In general, Dallas/Fort-Worth is pretty dog-friendly (thank goodness), but Plano is a certified Better City For Pets, within driving distance for many Texans, a short plane ride away for many Americans, and is […] Read More
There’s a new dog in town and it’s pawesome! K9 Cinemas popped-up quietly during the holidays, but it didn’t take but a few hours for the media to catch on like wildfire! From big name publications like Forbes, Time Magazine and Southern Living to popular websites like Bustle and Scary Mommy, another Plano story is making […] Read More
Updated: 6/2/22 We love dining al fresco with our pups! Can you believe there are hundreds of pet-friendly restaurant patios in Plano? More and more people are traveling with their pets and Plano is the perfect destination for you and your pup to enjoy. With many pet-friendly restaurant patios and events, over 4,000 acres of […] Read More
Updated: 11/30/2021 With its wide array of dog-friendly hotels, restaurant patios, parks, and events, Plano is the perfect road trip or staycation destination for Spot and family. Wallet Hub ranked Plano 12th among the most pet-friendly cities in the U.S. and 2nd in Texas this past year. This is an important distinction, since more and […] Read More
Updated: 06/15/2020 Plano may be known for its shopping and dining, but did you know Plano has incredible green space around the city? 4,370 acres of park land to be exact! Check out the highlights. Park Adventures The 800-acre Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve has 3.5 miles of concrete trails and 5 miles of soft trails […] Read More
Man’s best friend. Travel buddy. Food supervisor. Walking partner. On this National Dog Day, we’re sharing ways to enjoy Plano with your furry companion. There are several dog-friendly events around Plano. Bring your leashed-dog to Downtown Plano’s Movies in the Park (tonight 8/26!), Haunt Jaunt, Steinfest (there’s even a dachshund fashion show), Plano International Festival, seasonal […] Read More
