TRAVEL DESTINATION
ARTICLE ERICA HERNANDEZ PHOTOGRAPHY BANAVENUE
Ta k e a Last-Minute Staycation
PHOTOGRAPHY & WOODLANDS RESORT
ALLEY LETO IS A MOM OF THREE WHO KNOWS A THING OR TWO ABOUT TRAVELING WITH KIDS. When planning a family vacation, she considers things like travel time, kid entertainment options and amenities. She found the right balance of all three just 45 minutes away. Her recent family trip to the Woodlands Resort proved to be every bit the vacation she hoped for without the hassle of extended travel. “If you’re just looking for a mini staycation or a little break with your family—even if you wanted to stay longer than just the weekend—it’s just a great option,” she says. The resort offers a peaceful break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Situated on 28,000 acres of lush piney woods, the property boasts a host of watersports, biking and walking trails and two golf courses. The crown jewel of the resort’s kid-centric outdoor entertainment spots is the Forest Oasis Waterpark, a colossal water playground with a 30-foot water tower and 1,005-foot lazy river. The park was a smash hit with Alley and her family, who spent the day lounging poolside. Their looks were styled by Nautica at Houston Premium Outlets. Families can even rent an intimate luxury cabana complete with cable TV, a small fridge and private food service. The nearby Cool Water Cafe offers light meals and summertime cocktails. For those who prefer air-conditioned entertainment, the resort offers indoor pampering at its spa. Schedule a massage, facial or body treatment, or head to the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. The resort even programs a jam-packed daily schedule of summertime activities such as face painting, sand art and s’mores roasting— enough events to fill up your summer scrapbook with tons of memories. “They’re always trying to invest in their kids’ programs and make it the best experience for
THE WOODLANDS RESORT OFFERS FAMILY FUN CLOSE TO HOME
families,” Alley says. 2301 North Millbend Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 800.433.2624, WoodlandsResort.com, LifeOfAlley.com
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Cypress Lifestyle | August 2019