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Take a Virtual Trip Around the World

Educational travel doesn’t always require a passport….just a strong wifi signal! A growing number of world-class attractions offer webcams, 360 degree virtual tours, online exhibits and other ways to interact remotely. So, if you are a parent who is trying to find inventive ways to home school your children, or if you are just a history buff or…

5 Virtual Screams From Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor

No doubt about it, Arlington is a great place to be if you’re an adrenaline junkie or thrill seeker. In fact, between the out-of-this-world rides and slides at Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor (did you know that there are more than 70 altogether?), it’s fair to say that Arlington is the “scream capital” of Texas—and we’re dang proud of it…

6 Small Businesses You Can Support

Our small businesses are important to our community. During a time like this, it’s more important than ever for us as a community to show love to these small business owners! Did you know that March 29th is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day? We always encourage you to #ShopLocal, what better time to show support than now!? So get your phone…

8 things to do while social distancing

We are all doing our part to resist the spread of COVID-19, and a big part of that is social distancing and self-care. But there are still plenty of ways to have fun and be healthy in Arlington. Here are some ideas: Support local restaurants - The ACVB has compiled this list of restaurants that are offering curbside and takeout from some of your…

10 Fun Facts About (and Reasons You’re Going to Love) The Amazing New Globe Life Field

This blog was updated on 9/24/2020. The amazing Globe Life Field is open, thus ushering in an exciting new era for Texas Rangers Baseball in Arlington. Whenever I’m thumbing through the pictures in my mental scrapbook of time spent in Arlington, I don’t have to think too long before I’ll come across a lovely memory of an outing at a Texas Rangers…

Spring Break Preview for Six Flags Over Texas

It’s not Christmas, but it is the most wonderful time of the year….for kiddos. That’s right, Spring Break! And what is the perfect companion to no homework? A trip to Six Flags Over Texas, of course, to enjoy great food, family entertainment and Texas-sized thrills. Arlington is centrally located in the region, so we are perfect for a quick weekend…

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