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Holiday Joy! At the Four Seasons Austin

Christmas decorated reindeer and fireplace mantle with ornaments and f estive ribbon

Circling back from the wilds of Girl Hunter weekend, I made a pit stop to be pampered at the Four Seasons Austin. I know, you are feeling bad for me right now. Wipe those tears away and come party with me! This place had the halls decked and the season was shining bright in true Texas style!

Let’s take a look…

Homemade chocolate cowboy boot at the Four Seasons. Welcome amenity.

A hotel that welcomes with a chocolate cowboy boot filled with candied pecans served with a side of decadent sweets is sure to charm!

Christmas reindeer statue with red high heel boots and ornaments

A hotel that decorates with fancy reindeers wearing high heeled boots is surely a treasure!

Check out this edible village that took over 300 hours to create by hand…do you think they would mind if I grabbed a piece?

Edible holiday village at the Four Seasons hotel in Austin, Texas Even the spa was dressed up in pretty ribbons and bows…

Spa at the Four Seasons Austin, Texas

Clearly I need a pedicure next time I visit. I was too busy this trip having a massage…

Nail polish colors at the Four Seasons Austin spa.

Lip Macaron flavored lip balms? Who could live without that? All girls need candy treats on their lips.

My son would argue that little boys need sweet flavored lips too.

Lip Macaron lip gloss flavors at the Four Seasons Spa

There were so many fun things I would love to take home as gifts: one or two of each please!

Scented candles at the Four Seasons, Austin Texas hotel spa

With all of the busy-ness of the holidays I could certainly use a  break at the spa right now. Check out those homemade energy bars, bursting with oats, flaxseed, nuts and dried fruits.

Spa at the Four Seasons Austin hotel.

I enjoyed a few meals at TRIO restaurant. Here are some glimpses of my breakfast with fresh fruit, a veggie & cheese frittata and lots of coffee…

Breakfast at TRIO restaurant in Austin, TX. Frittata, berries and and coffee.

Let’s take a stroll outside, shall we?

It was a dark rainy day. Photoshop actions & filters made it a bit more sunny!

Backyard and pool at the Four Seasons, Austin Texas

In the backyard of the hotel is a beautiful lake where lovers stroll and people run with their pets.

Man jogging with pet dog in the Fall in Austin, Texas on running path.

In the warmer months a good book and an ice tea would be nice on this cozy hammock…

Hammock at the Four Seasons Hotel, Austin Texas

Apparently others find sweet memories here too…

Initials carved into board walk in Austin, Texas

Are you traveling at all for the holidays? Do you have any fun trips planned for 2012?

Happy holidays to you all! XOXO

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33 thoughts on “Holiday Joy! At the Four Seasons Austin

    1. Alison, I saw that you were recently at the FS Atlanta. Sounds like it was a wonderful trip! How awesome that you learned so much from the chef there too 🙂 Hopefully one day we can take a trip together.

  1. Looks like such a wonderful, relaxing time…the setting is just gorgeous! Love the chocolate cowboy boot, how adorable. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas, Marla!

  2. There is nothing finer than the four seasons. Lux all the way! I love the dreamy hammock outside. Your photos are so beautiful as always.
    Merry Christmas sweet friend!!!! Looking forward to another inspiring year in 2012.

    1. Angie, isn’t that hammock wonderful! I want to curl up with the kids in that thing & read books together. You would love the FS Austin & the city is amazing too. I look forward to a super fun 2012 with lots more memories in the making. Happy holidays & I’ll see you in the New Year!! xo

  3. Marla, this looks amazingly beautiful and decadent! Happy holiday’s to you and yours! I betting your kiddos are as excited as mine today . . . awaiting Santa! xo

    1. Hi Valentina…my kids are soooo excited for Santa! That elf in the shelf has been keeping them on their best behavior 😉 Merry Christmas to you too!

  4. Not travelling – just got home from almost the entire autumn season away… gorgeous photos. A much more beautiful place than I had imagined and you captured the restful bits (shopping!!!) that I love when holidaying, too! 🙂 Merry Christmas, Marla! There is definitely magic in the air! Best wishes for a prosperous and dream filled 2012!
    🙂
    XO
    valerie

    1. Hi Valerie!! Thrilling to see you pop over. Where were your travels? I know you go to amazing places all the time. Thanks for your sweet words. I am looking forward to a bright and happy new year. I hope your holidays are filled with love, laughter, health and great memories 🙂 XXOO