Naples in January is the reason people put up with Naples in August. Mid-seventies, no humidity, the Gulf flat and green, and a sunset every evening that empties the restaurants onto the sand for ten minutes.
That’s when the biggest resort on that stretch of beach reopens under a new name.
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Horseshoe Bay Resort is about to prove for the thirteenth summer in a row that a lakeside golf resort in the Texas Hill Country can throw one of the state’s better country music weekends. Beer By The Bay Music Festival returns August 7 and 8, 2026, two nights of live country music, Texas craft beer tastings, and an all-you-can-eat, chef-prepared spread set against the shore of Lake LBJ.
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Picture this. The sun is dropping fast over the Pacific, going from gold to copper to something close to red, and you’re sitting on a cliffside terrace with a cold drink, watching the light hit a 200-foot rock arch rising straight out of the sea. Below you, two oceans meet — the Pacific on one side, the Sea of Cortez on the other — and the line where they collide is visible from where you’re sitting. Pelicans work the thermals. A whale surfaces maybe a quarter mile out, exhales a plume of white mist, and slides back under. The waiter arrives with something involving good tequila and fresh lime. You are at the edge of the Baja California peninsula, and this is a Tuesday.
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The Village Dallas announces the Village Beach Club’s Summer 2026 season, featuring an expanded full season of programming that spans music, sports, wellness and major holiday celebrations. Back with a fresh lineup and more ways to experience it than ever before, Village Beach Club is set to be one of Dallas’ most sought-after summer destinations.
Set within The Village’s expansive lifestyle community, Village Beach Club offers a resort-style environment that is unmatched in Dallas. As the only destination in the city combining large-scale pool parties with this level of entertainment programming, it delivers a unique blend of music, hospitality and community-driven experiences.
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Just steps away from the Siesta Key Village and a short stroll from the famous white quartz sands of Siesta Beach, Tropical Breeze Resort is a boutique escape that feels both polished and personal. This charming property offers a blend of island ease and modern convenience, making it a favorite among travelers looking for a laid-back vacation with all the right extras. Whether you’re seeking a weekend hideaway or a longer coastal stay, Tropical Breeze delivers comfort, convenience, and location in spades.
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