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Post by kittyriot on May 3, 2024 12:14:10 GMT -6
H had a conference in Grapevine Tx in the fall. DD and I are going to go with. I searched through threads looking for Dallas/Grapevine threads. And have found a couple of suggestions I’m excited about. But wondering, is there anywhere specific you really like in the area? Is it worth heading to downtown Dallas for some wandering as well? I won’t have a car though…so also wondering, will Downtown Dallas be too much of stretch carless?
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Post by bobyn on May 3, 2024 13:37:48 GMT -6
Downtown Dallas is not walking friendly. There is some public transit, but a car is almost necessary to get around, especially from Grapevine.
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Post by kittyriot on May 3, 2024 14:05:31 GMT -6
Downtown Dallas is not walking friendly. There is some public transit, but a car is almost necessary to get around, especially from Grapevine. I figured as much about the distance from Grapevine to downtown Dallas, but thought, maybe if it’s worth it, I’d figure another way to get us downtown. But sounds like for the few days we’ll be in town, sticking to the Grapevine area makes sense. |
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Post by abs on May 3, 2024 14:07:21 GMT -6
Grapevine really isn’t walkable either. If you are staying at like The Gaylord you’re good but otherwise you will probably want a car to explore.
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Post by jaygee on May 3, 2024 15:37:54 GMT -6
I will be in Grapevine in September. 👀
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Post by wasabi on May 3, 2024 15:58:51 GMT -6
The Gaylord has a fun water park we like to go to when we’re up there.
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Post by kittyriot on May 3, 2024 17:32:19 GMT -6
Grapevine really isn’t walkable either. If you are staying at like The Gaylord you’re good but otherwise you will probably want a car to explore. We’re staying at the Gaylord.  I’m going, and taking DD, because it looks like a decent spot for a kid! And jaygee, I’m devastated. We’re actually there early Dec. |
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Post by jaygee on May 3, 2024 17:35:36 GMT -6
Grapevine really isn’t walkable either. If you are staying at like The Gaylord you’re good but otherwise you will probably want a car to explore. We’re staying at the Gaylord. I’m going, and taking DD, because it looks like a decent spot for a kid! And jaygee, I’m devastated. We’re actually there early Dec. The universe is messing with us. Although, no offense to grapevine, we must be destined to meet in a more fabulous location. Make sure to have some yummy Texas BBQ |
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Post by abs on May 3, 2024 18:10:44 GMT -6
Grapevine really isn’t walkable either. If you are staying at like The Gaylord you’re good but otherwise you will probably want a car to explore. We’re staying at the Gaylord. I’m going, and taking DD, because it looks like a decent spot for a kid! And jaygee, I’m devastated. We’re actually there early Dec. The Gaylord is great! Its ginormous. The pool is great and decent dining options. Y’all should have fun! We stayed there a few years ago and enjoyed it. |
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Post by taconight on May 3, 2024 18:27:01 GMT -6
The Gaylord is a great hotel. There’s not a ton to do in Grapevine, it’s a standard suburb. There’s a Legoland and an aquarium if your kid is at the right age for those. They’re not far from the hotel, but you’ll need a car or an Uber/Lyft. There’s a cute downtown area with a Main Street that has cute little shops and restaurants, too.
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Post by STP on May 4, 2024 8:14:11 GMT -6
How old is your DD?
Can you rent a car? Bc that would give you a lot more freedom.
Also it’s so funny to me bc I was born in Grapevine almost 42 years ago and back then there was a dance studio and a saloon and nothing else 🤣 the Walmart going in was a BIG deal. :::shakes cane:::
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Post by STP on May 4, 2024 8:15:06 GMT -6
Go to Esparza’s for amazing food.
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Post by kittyriot on May 4, 2024 16:31:01 GMT -6
Go to Esparza’s for amazing food. I have that scribbled down due to an earlier recommendation from you! And whoa, that menu looks spectacular, I flipped through it the other day and it just goes on and on….and makes me happy. And DD will be 10, and for sure. We could rent a car. But we’re only there a couple of days so I wasn’t sure it was warranted. But definitely open to ideas! |
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Post by kittyriot on May 4, 2024 16:31:58 GMT -6
We’re staying at the Gaylord. I’m going, and taking DD, because it looks like a decent spot for a kid! And jaygee, I’m devastated. We’re actually there early Dec. The universe is messing with us. Although, no offense to grapevine, we must be destined to meet in a more fabulous location. Make sure to have some yummy Texas BBQ I was just pricing out Cabo!  |
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