Spring Break can mean different things to different groups of people. For college kids, it could mean a chance to get on a plane and party for a week. If you’re 18-24 and looking for a wild and crazy time, some of the top Spring Break destinations include: Las Vegas, Nevada Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Hollywood will celebrate its biggest night of the year! On Sunday, March 4, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will host the world’s preeminent movie-related event: the 90th Academy Awards, perhaps better known as the Oscars. The Oscar statuette weighs 6 3/4 pounds and stands 13 1/2 inches high. A total of 24
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest is a bucket list item for barbecue connoisseurs from around the globe. BBQ aficionados and pit masters come to Houston to participate in this annual event, slated this year from Feb. 22-24, to show off their creative cooking skills and secret recipes. It will be
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is here! Although the biggest in Houston doesn’t officially get started until Feb. 27 at NRG Park, there are plenty of fun Rodeo events to attend between now and when the it ends on March 18. Rodeo Houston — The premier activity is the Rodeo itself. From Mutton Bustin’
One of the perks of living in a city as diverse as Houston is that you can enjoy a variety of experiences. From food, art, fashion and music, our city loves to host a celebration, especially when it comes to marking international events. The Lunar New Year, a traditional Chinese holiday, is celebrated in a
It’s no secret birds fly south for the winter, but in Houston, we’re lucky enough to see a lot of wild birds throughout the year. However, cold temperatures, wind and other unpredictable winter weather patterns make February an especially hard month for our feathered friends. National Bird Feeding Month was created to encourage people to
Have you ever heard someone talk about the Mother Road or refer to the Main Street of America? If so, their talking about the famous U.S. Route 66, one of the original highways within the U.S. Highway System that traversed the western two-thirds of the country. This iconic highway was established Nov. 11, 1926, and
Houston sometimes gets a bad rap because of flooding, heat, humidity, traffic or a myriad of different reasons, but we LOVE Houston, and we know many of you do too! Houston has been named a top American city, one of the fastest-growing cities, a top destination spot and a cool city. With more than 145
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” ~Harriet Tubman~ With all the talk in January about making resolutions, working on personal goals and setting objectives for the year, don’t lose sight of what
The new year is the ideal time for setting new goals. The most common New Year’s resolutions are to exercise more, lose weight, eat healthier and learn a new skill or hobby. But if you’re thinking about doing something like buy a house, go on a nice vacation or anything that involves money, you might
December 21 is the winter solstice. In addition to marking the first official day of winter, it is an astronomical phenomenon indicating the longest night of the year, and therefore the shortest period of daylight. Moving forward into winter, the days will start gradually lengthening. At Colony Limo, we’re always thinking about great drives. And
Driving around to see Christmas lights is a favorite holiday ritual for people of all ages. But why not make sure everyone enjoys the ride? Improve your tradition by renting a limo or party van for the night, and pile in all your friends and family to see the lights. Your holiday jaunt could include
What’s old is new again, and it wouldn’t feel like the holidays without The Nutcracker. The Houston Ballet has debuted a fresh production of The Nutcracker that is a “must see” for the holiday season. The celebrated Christmas tradition takes a new spin with an elaborate production by artistic director Stanton Welch. The Houston Chronicle
In a city full of Christmas lights, the drivers at Colony Limo know the best spots in and around Houston for viewing the best and most beautiful seasonal displays. Let us help you plan your holiday light-seeing excursion. Here is part one of our recommendations for the best neighborhood Christmas lights. Read the second part
When the weather in Houston is especially warm during this time of year, wouldn’t it be nice if the atmosphere of Christmas was only a drive away? Rather than jetting off to a snowy location, you can drive to the beach next weekend (Nov. 30 – Dec. 2, 2018) to get in the holiday mood.
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is the busiest shopping day of the year and the unofficial start to the Christmas shopping season. Most major retailers open very early (and in more recent years, as early as the late afternoon of Thanksgiving) promoting door-busting sales. Because Black Friday is as much known for its frenzied
As we approach the holiday season, loyal shoppers on the lookout for unique and meaningful gifts have this weekend circled in red on their calendar. The 38th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market, which takes places Nov. 8-11, 2018 is not just shopping — it’s a fun, must-have experience, and a tradition for many! Billed as
Do you eat enough fresh fruits and vegetables, and are you incorporating healthy foods into your daily diet? National Eating Healthy Day is an occasion to raise awareness about the importance of making healthy food choices. This year on Nov. 4, we aim to raise awareness for the importance of good nutrition and making the
October is “Eat Better, Eat Together” Month. It’s a time to eat healthier, share stories, laugh around the dinner table and take time to catch up with everyone in your family. Homework, extra curricular activities and earlier bed times can sometimes make it difficult to fit in a family dinner during the week, especially when
If you enjoy visiting farmers’ markets or eating out at local restaurants, you’ve probably heard the term “farm to table.” Now, schools across the country are making the connection to local farms and ranches. To demonstrate the growing importance of “farm to school” programs, October has been designated as National Farm to School Month. Across
