Art in the Clouds {Cherrywood Treehouse Art Studio}

Where Creativity Blooms Words by Codi Chen | Photos by Baptiste Despois In the heart of East Austin’s Cherrywood neighborhood, a serene haven for creativity has taken root: Cherrywood Treehouse Art Studio. This unique studio, nestled among the treetops, is the brainchild of an art enthusiast-turned-entrepreneur who found her calling through a blend of passion,...

Grand Plans {Lav + Co}

Finding a Professional Passion in a New Season of Life Words by Christopher Ferguson, RA | Photos by Andrea Calo While designing a dream home with her late husband, Lorenza Avila discovered her passion for creating functional, elevated spaces that foster connection and introspection. Her timeless aesthetic defines elegant interiors that remain adaptable to life’s...

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Garza Blanca Resort & Spa Los Cabos

Words Ashley Bowling | Photos Garza Blanca & Will Bowling Los Cabos is known for many things, but most notably for its striking monochromatic desert mountains colliding with a beautiful blue ocean powerfully crashing ashore. The iconic Arch of Cabo San Lucas, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean, is also a sight...

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UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya

Words Ashley Bowling | Photos Ashley Haguewood Flying two hours east will immerse travelers in a vastly different landscape, yet a similar ease of life with idyllic beaches and welcoming culture await. Under Caribbean blue skies lie emerald seas that convert to aquamarine waves as they crash on white-sand beaches dotted with cream coral. Under...

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Sensei Lana’i, a Four Seasons Resort

Words Ashley Bowling | Photos Robb Gordon Though both resorts have a spa onsite, visiting Sensei Lāna’i, A Four Seasons Resort makes for an unmatched spa experience. The senses are heightened at this resort’s self-contained spas called hales (ha-lay). These teak and glass Japanese structures pepper the sacred grounds of the resort’s highlands. Inside our...

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Making Movie Magic {Eastside Cinema}

An Old, Retro Movie Experience Premieres in East Austin Words by Janine Stankus | Photos by Baptiste Despois Single-screen cinemas have suffered a slow demise over several decades. Major multiplexes—with their veritable buffet of movie options and proliferating creature comforts—have indelibly changed the movie-going experience. But to Josh Frank, there’s something these neighborhood cinemas have...

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Rio Perdido

Words Ashley Bowling | Photos Eric Morales & Will Bowling Further inland, you’ll find a place similar in their attention to detail, yet on a more intimate scale. This is a place with excellent locally sourced food, a community-centric spirit, immersion in nature, and also surrounded by water. This is Rio Perdido. Rio Perdido’s eco-lodge,...

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Four Seasons Resort Lana’i

Words Ashley Bowling | Photos Will Bowling & Robb Gordon Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i is elegantly placed cliffside with panoramic views overlooking the sea and is a short stroll to the most populous beach on Lana’i: Hulopo’e Bay. But don’t be fooled by populous. At this white sand beach, the local surfers, alongside native families...

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Unleash Your Style {Soto & Co.}

Crafting Confidence One Suit at a Time Words Codi Chen | Photos Baptiste Despois In the center of Austin’s eclectic fashion scene resides Soto & Co., a custom suit and accessories shop founded by a visionary entrepreneur passionate about individuality and craftsmanship. With a shop in East Austin, Soto & Co. isn’t just a place...

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6 Best Pools in East Austin

Make a Splash while Beating the Heat Words Courtney Thomas | Photo from East Austin Hotel Get ready to dive into summer where water slides meet shaded lap lanes and relaxation meets retro-chic vibes. There are plenty of reasons to cool down as the summer heats up with six watering holes offering lounging in the...

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