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    Holiday Shopping Destination

    Visit the shopper's paradise of San Marcos for luxe goods and more

    CultureMap Create
    Nov 22, 2021 | 11:34 am

    There's no better excuse for a shopping spree than the holidays, and this year, why not do something a little different after you make your list?

    The city of San Marcos offers the ultimate shopping experience for friends, family, or even if you're going solo. With everything from quirky vintage finds to name-brand items, you'll discover what you're looking for — and probably a few things you didn't know you needed.

    First stop: the San Marcos Outlets. This massive collection of luxury shops includes Tanger Outlets and San Marcos Premium Outlets; together, they offer 220 stores for a total of 1.2-million-square feet of shopping.

    Some big-name retailers have only one Texas outlet, and they're located in San Marcos. Brahmin, CH Carolina Herrera, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, MCM, Prada, Saint Laurent, Salvatore Ferragamo, Versace, West Elm, and Williams-Sonoma are just a few.

    If boutiques are more your speed, then you'll get your fill here. San Marcos abounds with shops selling outdoor adventure gear, local apparel, hot trends, and always-in-style classics.

    To find something for the music lovers in your life, make sure to stop at Sundance Record Lagoon for vinyl, music memorabilia, and much more.

    Hit up the vintage shops for funky finds and hip gifts. Now more popular than ever, thrift stores give you the opportunity to remain environmentally conscious while giving. You're also most likely to find the hottest fashion trends here.

    Downtown San Marcos has several great options for discovering fabulous, new-to-you items. Try Vagabond, Old Soul Exchange, Solid Gold, Twice Blessed, Shop 1893, and KnD’s Resale & More.

    For the art lovers, Wimberley Glassworks lets you purchase some colorful creations from the gallery. Or head to San Marcos Art Center for a one-of-a-kind piece of art from local makers. You can also find great gift ideas at Art Squared on the second Saturday of each month.

    If all the shopping wears you out, refuel with any one of the city's tempting restaurants and bars. San Marcos has four craft breweries: AquaBrew, Sean Patrick’s Irish Pub, Middleton Brewing, and Roughhouse Brewing.

    Two of those are located in downtown, with outdoor or patio areas for you to sip and savor under the big and bright Texas stars. Or you can check out Patio Dolcetto for wines, bites, and a romantic courtyard.

    You'll also find coffee shops, concert venues, and tons of outdoor activities to relax with after a full day of holiday shopping.

    San Marcos offers two massive outlet shopping centers with luxury and brand-name retailers.

    San Marcos Outlets
      

    Photo courtesy of San Marcos Convention and Visitor Bureau

    San Marcos offers two massive outlet shopping centers with luxury and brand-name retailers.
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    Grand Hyatt hotel at DFW Airport to deploy million-dollar renovation

    Teresa Gubbins
    May 14, 2025 | 3:06 pm
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    Grand Hyatt DFW hotel at DFW Airport

    DFW Airport is undergoing updates and now the remodeling bug has bitten the on-site hotel: Grand Hyatt DFW Airport, located inside Terminal D, is deploying a renovation of the property beginning in July.

    It'll be a multi-phased renovation that includes updates to guestrooms and suites, improvements to event spaces, enhancements to the restaurants and bars, plus re-envisioned lobby, guest lounges, and corridors throughout — anticipated to be completed by the end of 2025.

    In a statement, Grand Hyatt DFW Airport general manager Jeff Babcock notes that the hotel is celebrating a key anniversary.

    “We are thrilled to announce Grand Hyatt DFW will undergo a transformation to provide international and domestic travelers and local residents with new, more refined accommodations, enhanced culinary experiences, and modernized conference and event spaces for meetings and groups,” Babcock says. “In honor of our 20th year, the renovation will reinforce the hotel’s legacy as the premier hotel and event center supporting the international airport and connecting travelers to the Dallas Fort Worth culture and community.”

    The renovation at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport marks its biggest investment since it first opened in 1974. The plan, called DFW Forward, will invest $9 billion in capital improvements to transform terminals, increase the number of gates, enhance the airfield, and improve roadways. Highlights include the addition of a new Terminal F south of Terminal D, with room for up to 24 gates; rebuilding Terminal C; more gates for Terminal A and C; and a rebuilding of Terminal C's parking garage.

    “The remodeled Grand Hyatt – already known as one of the premier airport hotel experiences – will complement the ongoing enhancements and expansions across the airport as we create a smooth and enjoyable experience for our guests,” says DFW CEO Sean Donohue in a statement.

    Rooms
    Updates include:

    • An increase in the number of guestrooms and suites from 298 to 315
    • A new aeronautical design complemented by the style of a Texas landscape featuring local woods like Red River Pecan and Yellow Pine, with by a color palette that includes subdued greens and shades of natural blues
    • Stitched leather headboards and integrated lighting on the beds
    • Large HD flat screen televisions and new charging ports
    • Eco-friendly occupancy thermostats, enhanced lighting controls, and automatic blackout sheers and shades
    • Expansive closets and modern bathrooms with enlarged vanities, showers, and tubs

    Restaurants and lounges
    Food: A reimagined Grand Met restaurant and lounge will showcase a new style in dining at the airport, and its refreshed seasonal menus will offer new culinary experiences celebrating artisanal traditions combined with modern upscale dining. Keeping with the elegance of a jet-set lifestyle, the updated menu will serve international and modern cuisine with fresh ingredients sourced locally.

    Atmosphere: Seating capacity at the restaurant and the lounge bar will be increased with modernized tables and chair. Newly designed private and semiprivate dining rooms will be available for large and small parties. An acoustically-designed ceiling will keep conversations private.

    Meetings and events
    With more than 20,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 6,600 square foot ballroom, the final phase will unveil a new a top-floor executive boardroom, and a one-of a-kind indoor/outdoor rooftop event space overlooking the airport runways.

    The renovation will include state-of-the-art technical facilities for corporate meetings and gatherings, plus in-house audiovisual support for all types of events, with a redesign that incorporates the style of Texas and the beauty of the West.

    Lobby, corridors, and pool
    Steps away from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)’s checkpoint in Terminal D, the newly envisioned hotel lobby will include marble tile flooring, specially-designed ceiling finishes, enhanced accent lighting, wood paneling, and artwork created by local.

    New corridors will connect the hotel to the airport. The hallways will feature a plush carpet with a pattern inspired by the airport’s design and airline flight movements, accented with blues and browns.

    A newly transformed fitness center with Pelotons bicycles will be located on the first floor, while an outdoor rooftop pool will overlook the runways.

    Each Grand Hyatt hotel is uniquely designed to be a captivating destination within a destination, boasting restaurants, spas, fitness centers, and business and meeting facilities.

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