Grapevine the Christmas Capital of Texas

In this festive episode, Meagan Wristen (@MommyTravels) teams up with fellow travel writer and holiday enthusiast Catherine Parker of CarfulofKids.com to recap their magical press trip to Grapevine, Texas — the official Christmas Capital of Texas®.

From sipping wine inside cozy Winter Wonderland bubbles at Hotel Vin to baking cookies the old-fashioned way at Nash Farm, Meagan and Catherine take you behind the scenes of the ultimate holiday getaway. They share their favorite moments from Main Street’s dazzling lights, the iconic Parade of Lights, and Santa’s North Pole Express, plus give honest takes on where to stay, what to eat, what’s worth booking early, and the best spots for festive photos.

Whether you're planning your own Christmas trip, looking for family-friendly holiday ideas, or just want to live vicariously through a season of sparkles and spiced wine, this episode delivers plenty of laughs, tips, and insider gems.

Grab a mug of hot cocoa and enjoy this cheerful deep dive into Grapevine during its most magical time of year!