Getting a chance to explore new parts of the city you live in is always fun. This year for New Year’s Eve, we did a staycation at Magnolia, a Denver boutique hotel and loved it!
It’s in the heart of downtown Denver, just a few blocks from Union Station, which we walked to the day we arrived. Valet parking was easy and a breeze and the Magnolia hotel had so much unique charm to it. We were able to use the complimentary shuttle service from the hotel to go about a half mile for our dinner reservations at STK (get an espresso martini!) and then walk back and catch the fireworks. Granted we were in bed before the clock struck midnight, but what a joy.
Oh, and we loved the fact it was a pet-friendly Denver hotel, since we just got Perry (isn’t he cute?!).
The service and amenities were great (they do complimentary milk and cookies every night from 8 -10 p.m. but if you aren’t there, you can text the hotel and they’ll have them delivered to your
The Magnolia is a luxury, boutique hotel in Denver (and in Houston!)
room!). How awesome is that?
The next morning we got up and had breakfast at Harry’s, which is a historic local Denver restaurant with just as much character and charm as the hotel. The coffee was hot, the meals were tasty and the service was just as good throughout our stay. It’s the same spot as the hotel bar and the decor is really unique – hung all around you’ll see family photos from the original owners of the hotel. I always find that stuff fascinating.
On the lower level of the hotel, there are a bunch of meeting rooms, but what I loved most was the pool table and sort of impromptu library/reading lounge with books of all genres to pull from. There was so much to see and do in the hotel, but if you know downtown Denver at all, there’s just as much outside!
I’ll dive into my staycation a little more on social media, but for now one of you lucky readers can win a FREE overnight stay + valet at the Houston or Denver Magnolia property. Be sure to enter on Instagram!
Perry Loved Magnolia Denver
Magnolia has properties in Denver, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, Omaha and St. Louis, so be sure to check them out on your next adventure.
Good luck in the contest. The winner is chosen at random, and not sponsored, endorsed or affiliated with Instagram. Thanks for following The Blonde Side.
Need to get your workout game back on track? Still trying to find the perfect gym/studio that fits your needs? Don’t sweat it — I’ve teamed up with some of Houston’s BEST fitness studios and gyms (and Clean Juice in the Heights) offering a variety of classes and workout routines and we are giving you AND A FRIEND a giveaway you can’t skip out on.
To officially enter the giveaway, go to this Instagram post to enter. For a bonus entry, leave a comment below. The winner will be randomly selected and announced on Friday, August 2nd at 5p CST.
Here is what we’re giving away, along with a little information on all the studios we teamed up with:
SPENGA Montrose Houston
SPENGA: Giving away a 5 pack of classes for you and a friend.
At SPENGA you get cardio, strength training, and flexibility all in a 1 hour class! SPENGA is the only workout to place an equal emphasis on all three essential elements of fitness: Cardio, Strength, and Flexibility. We promise you’; look netter, feel better, and move better. This unique workout combines Spin + HITT + Yoga all in one amazing 60-minute workout. Our studio is complete with luxurious appointment, DJ-inspired beats, and a cast of great instructors. This workout isn’t just designed to get you fit– it’s design so that you can be in the best shape of your life. Read about my personal experience at SPENGA, and remember that if you don’t win this contest, you (and a friend) can schedule a class FOR FREE by name dropping Jayme/The Blonde Side.
RYDE Houston Fitness Studio
RYDE:Giving away a1-month membership for the winner and a friend to both of their studios.
RYDE is the next generation of indoor cycling — with top-of-the-line equipment, premium amenities, and unparalleled service — this is so much more that just a 45-minute full-body workout.
Discover the next generation of indoor cycling. RYDE embodies the essence of invigorating fitness, unparalleled service, and maximum burn in a luxurious boutique environment. Featuring exhilarating music and highly skilled instructors, you will be inspired to exceed your goals, RYDE after RYDE.
The mission of RIDE is provide a platform where people feel accomplished, liberated and joyful. The best workouts are fun. And we believe that when people enjoy their workout they find strength in their body, realize clarity in their mind and begin to welcome fitness as a lifestyle. As they see their bodies change, they see anything is possible and they see their lives change too. We are in the business of making people feel good, on and off the bike, in the studio and at the front desk. We are here to welcome everyone to our Tribe…to RIDE.
At Revolution Studio, we hustle, flow and get RIPPED with purpose — each class is designed to help you achieve your strongest, leanest you — you’ll be moved by the experience and by each other. Our innovative cycle program, creative Vinyasa yoga classes, and epic high intensity interval strength training are the perfect compliment to each other, just ask our Warrior tribe. We’ve intentionally crafted our schedule to create the opportunity for you to take your favorite classes back-to-back, or better yet, make it a triple! Trust us, you’ll push yourself to the limit regardless of which class you take – whether on the bike, on the mat, or getting RIPPED, we guarantee your sweat session at Revolution Studio will leave you feeling inspired, empowered and transformed. With our vibes high, we bring the lights down low and turn the music up so you can Clip In. Rock Out. Flow Hard.®
VORTEX in Houston
Vortex: Giving away one week unlimited for winner plus friend.
Vortex is Houston’s luxury boutique fitness studio. A pure, no holds barred, un-adulterated fitness experience featuring RIDE, our signature cycling class, and RIP, the heads down, gloves up boxing class. Vortex features one of the most advanced lighting and music scene for your workout and is guaranteed to make you sweat.
Row House: Giving away one month unlimited for you and a friend.
Row House in Houston (Bellaire)
Row House is a low-impact, inclusive, team oriented workout designed to build muscle, torch calories, and strengthen your core in just 45 minutes. Rowing, redefined. At Row House, get ready to jump into an immersive, energetic indoor rowing class that blends low-impact cardio, resistance training, stretching, and rhythm-based rowing. We take the stigma out of rowing, and prove that people of all ages, sizes, and physical limitations can learn to row and achieve a level of accomplishment that is both physically beneficial and personally rewarding.
Clean Juice (Heights): Giving away a $25 gift card for you and a friend (to help refuel after
Clean Juice in Houston Heights
all these tough Houston workouts!).
Clean Juice Heights is an USDA Certified Organic juice bar located in the heart of the historic Houston Heights, right off of Heights Boulevard and 11th street.
All of our smoothies, juices, açaí bowls & toasts are made with the highest-quality, organically-sourced ingredients so that you know exactly what you are putting into your body.
We’re dedicated to promoting a healthy way of life in our Houston community, so you’ll always find us participating at various health and wellness events all over the city!
Stop by Clean Juice Heights for a light lunch, breakfast or post-workout meal. When you visit, be sure to ask about our cold-pressed juices and cleanses!
Contest is not affiliated, associated or endorsed by Instagram. Winner must comply with all rules and regulations listed by each individual studio/partner. Expiration dates, waivers, etc. may apply.
I am currently running one of the biggest contests e-v-e-r on Instagram right now. Head to my Instagram post to officially enter, and be sure to leave a comment on this blog post for a bonus entry.
Here’s what you could win:
I’ve partnered with the amazing babes at ACQUA MedSpato give one of you $1000 towards one of the following treatments (yes, it covers the full treatment + maybe even more!): CoolSculpting, Laser Hair Removal, HydraFacials (that’s enough for a hydrafacial for you + 5 friends!), Microneedling or Fractora.
Of course, if you don’t win, you can still mention me and get 20% off any full-price service, as well as any of their products. They use the Skinceuticals line, which is one of my favorites and hitting up ACQUA in Webster is probably the best way to restock all your skincare products. And if you don’t know what you need (don’t worry, I never do either), the gals there will help you understand your skin and what you could benefit most from.
They are also running amazing April specials to get you ready for summer. Here’s a peak at a few of their Houston MedSpa specials:
April is CoolSculpting month, so all month long you’ll get 15% off the service (actually, if you mention Jayme or The Blonde Side you’ll get an even better deal of 20% off). It takes about 30-90 days to see results, so I recommend if it’s something you’re interested in, book your FREE consultation ASAP.
This month they are also offering “Buy 2 syringes, get $100 off the 3rd” and that goes for any filler product. I’ve only used Braidee for my injections in the past, but I know all the gals at ACQUA and can vouch for their work – any would be great to visit!
A brand-new service this month is the “Mini Lip,” which is ideal for those first-timers or those looking for a tiny add-on. Here you’ll get ½ syringe for $325, and they’ll make sure you see beautiful results in no time flat!
Thanks for reading – don’t forget to leave a comment below for those bonus entries to win $1,000 towards any of the services mentioned above. Contest ends April 8that 12p CST so good luck!
Win Houston Super Bowl tickets with a test-drive at BMW of West Houston
Hey guys, just a quick hello (gearing up for a trip to Westin Grand Cayman in the morning for a new travel story), but with all the talk about the Houston Super Bowl coming (your calendars should already be marked for February 5th), I wanted to share two fun and easy way to WIN TICKETS TO THE SUPER BOWL.
Simply stop by BMW of West Houston for a test-drive this month (January 2017) and be entered to win tickets to the big game. If you buy a car, you’ll get SEVEN entries for tickets. But really, how hard is it to swing by and jump in one of the fastest, hottest cars of Houston for a chance to win tickets? Sounds like a win-win to me.
You can also swing by any of the Jerry Built locations and be entered to win. Seriously, I was stuffing my face with a delicious burger the other day and noticed how easy it was to enter, simply by logging onto their Wi-Fi. Click here for more info and the official rules.
*Also, just to be clear. The Blonde Side is just sharing these chances to win Super Bowl tickets and is no way affiliate with the contests or ways/chances of winning them. Best of luck!
Speaking of which, any Super Bowl LI predictions from y’all?
I’ve always been a big fan of handwritten thank you notes and March Madness, so this contest that AT&T is running for the Final Four is at the top of my list.
Tell a friend, family member or co-worker “thank you” for something special they did for you and you could win Final Four – Houston tickets for you and that friend.
Simply go here to enter and good luck! (To you for winning the tickets and your favorite NCAA team!)
Plus, I have to admit, an intense basketball game is a great way to step up your friendship with someone.
Since I said this contest is at the top of my list, it only seems logical I enter as a way of saying thank you to someone in my life (trust me, I owe a lot of thank you’s).
I would say thanks to my friend Jo Neiter for her genuine excitement to collaborate on things as a team of female entrepreneurs and just always looking out, whether it be sharing ideas or contacts, collaborating on sports-related graphics, or just being an encouraging friend. Plus she’s blonde. And since this column is called The Blonde Side, that certainly helps.
Jo’s kind of the jane-of-all-trades in the friendship world – the one who’s up for pretty much anything – a run around the park to burn some calories, a brainstorming session, networking events, and most definitely a fun gal pal to attend any sporting event with!
Follow along on social media with their hashtag: #PayItFourward
*This was a sponsored post. The Blonde Side is in no way part of this contest or selecting the winners.
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Win one of these for you AND your bestie from The Blonde Side & Brenda Grands
Instagram contest kicking off today (Tuesday, February 16th // ends Wednesday, February 17th 5pm CST) with Brenda Grands – win a necklace from her new spring/summer line + one for your bestie.
To enter, go to Jayme Lamm/The Blonde Side on Instagram for the official rules – only there can you enter! This is a pretty rad contest, because you’ll win one of these necklaces for you (I have one and I love it!) and one for your bestie.
Contest rules:
To win one of these GORGEOUS necklaces from Brenda Grands, be sure to LIKE both Instagram accounts and tag your bestie in the post. One LUCKY winner scores a necklace for herself AND ONE FOR HER BESTIE. Must be following both IG accounts to enter.
(Brenda Grands has a ton of stuff on her site for sale right now – these necklaces are $50, buy one get one, in case you don’t win and want to purchase!)
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Win this tank on Instagram: Courtesy of The Blonde Side + Donut Judge Me
It’s simple: donuts are my love language. Seriously. My boyfriend knows donuts make me happier than flowers. Plus – you can eat donuts. You can’t (most of the time) eat flowers…
We are doing an Instagram giveaway/contest TODAY ONLY (February 10th) with our pals at Donut Judge Me.
Here is the contest (and how to enter) on Instagram. It’s quick and easy, and you could win this awesome tank pictured.
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CONTEST. When my team isn’t in the Super Bowl, there’s only one other thing that has my attention – Super Bowl SNACKS! I love dips & wings, but I LOVE barkTHINS snacking chocolates (plus there’s no messy recipe!).
Up for grabs: SIX bags of barkTHINS, a tote & a t-shirt – all in time for your SuperBowl party.
Giveaway with The Blonde Side & Modern Vintage Boutique
Sharing the MVP of my closet for a brand new contest thanks to my partnership (and love!) for Modern Vintage Boutique.
This is a social media (Instagram & Twitter) contest, so be sure to hit up both of those channels to enter.
We are giving away TWO $75 gift certificates (one on Twitter, one on Instagram), so be sure to enter both! Find @jaymelamm on Twitter and Instagram to enter.
Contest rules:
Instagram: Tag the friend (or your Internet icons) that has the BEST style. One lucky winner will win a $75 gift certificate to @shopmvb. Must be following @jaymelamm and @shopmvb to enter. Doing a separate Twitter giveaway (another $75!) – go enter there as well: @jaymelamm there too. Contest ends 1/27 5p CST. Good luck.
Twitter:
Sharing the MVP of my closet. Follow me + @mvbshop + RT this to enter to win $75 gift cert to pump up your wardrobe. #Contest ends: 1/27 5p
