Very, VERY early on Friday, the 13th of January, we set out on for our vacation!
After about a 8-9 hour drive, we arrived at our hotel, the Aloft by W, in Houston, TX. (this photo is a night shot, from my cellphone.)
There was a slight bit of drama, as we had called ahead to ask about checking in early, and were told it would be fine. It wasn’t. There weren’t any rooms available. BUT they did have one available within the hour, so it turned out ok. The room was great, and in a great location (very close to the Galleria mall, just a very short walk away!)
The Lobby at the Aloft
While in Houston, we:
Ate at the Cheesecake Factory (for the first time)
Crab Wontons and Calamari
Izzy NOT eating her food, lol.
Lousiana Chicken Pasta. Yummy!
Visited the Water Wall
It's cold over here!
Byron being silly
Shopped (window) at the Galleria
This is a big sign!
Walking, Walking!
This is a lot of freaking stores!
Jumped up and Down
Ate at the Breakfast Klub
This line, in the cold? This food better be good!
Finally made it inside, but still a line!
Delicious chicken and waffles! Well worth the wait!
Slept
All tired out!
Ate at Pappadeaux (We actually walked to Pappadeaux from the hotel, thinking it was closer than it was. It was only 1 mile, but in the cold, and bundled up in a heavy coat, so…yeah. But, on the way back, I had downed a rather large drink, so I’m pretty sure it was the fastest mile ever, lol!)
Fried Alligator
Boutin
Big Bay Platter
King Crab with Pasta
Swamp Thing. Peep the Sippy cup in the background, lol!
Checked out the View
We had an absolute blast in Houston!
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I’m glad Houston treated you well! Next time we have to meet up!
Definitely! We’ll probably be back within the next year. Byron has family there, and they were planning some type of reunion or something!
Lovin the pics! Cant wait for part 2!
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The food looks yummy. How did the alligator taste? Glad you had a blast.
YUMMommy recently posted..Searching For A Rainbow
The alligator was actually really, really good! I would eat it again!
I am glad you enjoyed my fair city! I actually live about 12 minutes from the Galleria, down Westheimer.
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That’s the street our hotel was on!
Looks like Houston is the bomb no wonder everyone is moving there. Can’t wait for the next part
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Looks like fun! Love the photos, can’t wait for more! And it’s boudan!!! My husband had that stuff homemade in the freezer.
They listed it as Boudin! Maybe it’s just one of those things where the spelling varies! You know those creole words!
love it! Next part please. . thanks! lol
Glad you had a great trip! Now I am hungry!!! Galleria is one of my Fav malls! It’s been a while since I was there.
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Looks like a great trip. And, wow! look at all that food. Just looking at it made me hungry for some chicken and fried waffles.
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The food was like…my favorite part, lmbo!
Looks really fun your vacation..I feel hungry looking the food..Thanks for sharing..
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Looks like it got off to a great start! I’m interesting in hearing how cruising with a toddler went. *Thinking about a family trip*
The Aloft looks nice I’ve come close to booking them several times, but didn’t for whatever reason.
I’ve been dying to go to Pappadeaux’s! The closest one to me in 2hrs away in ATL. Hubby & I will have to go.
Cruising with Izzy was pretty ok, because the line had a great kids program! We probably won’t take her with us on the next one though, lol! Just depends on what line we book with!
I absolutely love Pappadeaux. We haven’t been in awhile may need to rectify that soon. So glad you all had a great time. Can’t wait to see pics from the boat.
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The food was ah-maz-ing!
I’ve never heard of Pappadeaux. I need this place in my life. That food looks scrump-delish!!!! Thanks for sharing our vacation.
Girl, get you a piece, lmbo! It was very good. On the pricy side, but great for a night out!
Not sure how I missed the first post?! I read all out of sequence but was still very entertained like reading a travel magazine!
That MALL???????????? OMG!! OMG!! I must get there and that water wall was beauteous! lol So glad you had a wonderful time on your trip!
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