Austin, the state capital of Texas, may be known for its lively and eclectic music scene but its many lakes, parks, and walking trails are what make the city feel unlike any other. In 2021, the Austin Parks & Recreation Department oversaw 330 parks encompassing 19,874 acres of green space and 253 miles of trails. If you’re looking for a taste of what the real Austin feels like, the city’s parks are not to be missed. The parks and trails bustle with runners, bikers, picnickers

The magic of being surrounded by such diverse and abundant wildlife is unmatched. When T and I started talking about where to honeymoon, I quickly added ‘African safari’ to the top of the list. In college, I studied abroad in Botswana and have been lucky enough to travel to a number of other African nations (Rwanda, Uganda, South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania). I knew that I wanted to share the experience of a safari with T and our honeymoon seemed like the perfect oppo