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    "The Pursuit of Happy" blog is brought to you by the Arlington CVB, written by those who LOVE this city and all of its quirks! We strive to bring you an insider’s guide to Arlington, from our favorite restaurants and biggest attractions to hidden gems and upcoming events, our team of contributing bloggers share their personal and favorite experiences. We encourage guest bloggers to send us their experiences, too. Email your thoughts or interest in contributing to PR@arlington.org. 

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    Why I’m Thankful for Arlington

    Published 11/16/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian
    Title: “Why I’m Thankful for Arlington” As someone who was born and raised in Arlington—and who has also lived and worked here during multiple eras of my adult life—I’ve racked up a sizeable list of favorite places and an even larger collection of memories, as you might imagine. The older I get, the more appreciative I am of both, so it seems MORE ›

    Get into the Spirit of Arlington with These Holiday Happenings

    Published 11/7/2018 by Lisa Farrimond
    November is here, and the holidays are upon us again…can you believe it? I admit that my Santa & reindeer spirit isn’t twinkly until after my jack-o-lantern is gone, the Halloween candy is consumed and my superhero costumes are snug in storage boxes again (no I don’t wear a cape year-round, although I wouldn’t mind….that would be way hipper than a MORE ›

    Staff Review: Sanford House Inn & Spa's Sip 'n Swirl Series

    Published 10/5/2018 by Lisa Farrimond
    Tucked away in downtown Arlington is one of my favorite little hideaways, The Sanford House Inn & Spa . The elegant Southern-style Manor House is nestled into an outdoor grand courtyard that blooms brightly with flowers and is shaded by towering trees. Any given day, I would relish an opportunity to sneak away from the hustle bustle to enjoy a glass MORE ›

    The Beginner’s Guide to Arlington’s Urban Union

    Published 9/6/2018 by Lisa Farrimond
    No doubt about it, Downtown Arlington is booming right now, with new developments and destinations busting out all over—such as Urban Union , a highly-walkable, mixed-used district of converted industrial buildings that’s tucked between Abram and Division streets near the heart of downtown. If you haven’t yet checked it out, here’s a sneak peek: MORE ›

    6 Ways to Experience Arts and Culture in Arlington This Fall

    Published 8/19/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian
    Just about everyone loves fall, but for different reasons. For some, fall means cooler temps, outdoor dining and changing leaf colors, for others it’s about non-stop sports in the form of football, basketball and playoff baseball. I dig a lot of those things, too—but I also love fall because it’s the launching point for a new year of culture and MORE ›

    10 Best Selfie/Photo Opportunities in Arlington, TX

    Published 7/19/2018 by Nikki Stephens
    Provoke envy from your friends! Here's where you can click a pic and share it instantly with your friends to let them know you're enjoying an Arlington hot spot. Six Flags Over Texas Free tickets and 107 degrees makes for the last cay and co sibling bonding day💕 A post shared by Cailyn Savchenko (@homeslice_101) on Jul 19, 2018 at 1:44pm MORE ›

    Top Events in Arlington Summer, Fall & Winter 2018

    Published 7/4/2018 by Lisa Farrimond
    Summer is in full swing, and if you aren’t one of the 14 million visitors to Arlington each year, there is no time like the present! Between roller coasters, baseball games, arts festivals and live music, there is truly something for everyone. And don’t forget about all of Arlington’s “As Seen on TV” restaurants and dives ! Check out the top summer MORE ›

    Here’s Where You Can Make Memories This 4th of July in Arlington, TX

    Published 6/26/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian
    Growing up in Arlington, TX in the ‘80s, I had plenty of reasons to love summer. Those were the fun months of no homework, Pink Things at Six Flags, late-night trips to the frozen yogurt shop (frozen yogurt being a cool new thing back then), summer nights at the old Arlington Stadium, and hours spent floating on the Lazy River at Wet ‘n Wild, the MORE ›
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