Professional Services

Pop-Tops, Flat Tires, and Fine Print

Why You Still Need Travel Insurance Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Courtesy of Cherie Jones You’ve mapped the route to Rosemary Beach, loaded up the Tahoe, and stocked the cooler with Topo Chico. The playlist is heavy on Buffett and the only thing left to do is coast until your toes hit sand. Before you slide on those shades and embrace your inner beachcomber, it’s worth asking: what happens if something goes wrong?  We Texans pride ourselves on being prepared—from roadside kits to...

Travel

A Cure for the Overwhelmed Itinerary Builder

The Traveling TORO Gives Expert Advice for Your Next Trip Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Ask anyone who’s spent a weekend scrolling through an endless parade of TripAdvisor reviews or comparing hotel photos across six browser tabs: travel planning has become a part-time job. And frankly, it’s not always a pleasant one. The volume of options in today’s digital world is often paralyzing.  But a good travel advisor—much like a trusted tailor or a...

Life + Culture

Rockwall County Helping Hands

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry & Granite Article by Melody L. Hail Since 1976, Rockwall County Helping Hands has been a vital support system for residents facing hardship. With a mission to ensure that no one in Rockwall County goes to bed hungry, without shelter, or deprived of essential medical care, the nonprofit serves as a beacon of hope for the community. A Legacy of Service For nearly 50 years, Helping Hands has worked to alleviate financial crises and provide a...

Home + Design

Wander Well: Where Travel Meets Design

Ariel Merk of Aeroview Designs Takes Your Hangar to New Heights Article by Angi Burns | Photography by Gracelyn Baggett: Sun Kissed Imagery When Ariel Merk first set foot in an airpark, she wasn’t looking for inspiration—she was helping build an office with her husband. But something unexpected happened: she fell in love with the aviation lifestyle. That spark of passion would eventually lead to the creation of Aeroview Design, a trailblazing interior design firm redefining what it means to...