Cori Powers

By Cori Powers on Jul 6, 2026 Share: Family vacations look a little different when your kids are young. You’re juggling excitement and meltdowns, planning around nap windows, keeping everyone fed, and hoping the day goes smooth enough to make core memories along the way. That’s why Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas feels like such a gift for families like mine with elementary-aged children (7 and 4-years old) who want big adventures within a theme park scaled to their interests and abilities.

Whether you brave Black Friday, shop local on Small Business Saturday or wait until Christmas Eve, the holiday shopping season is upon us. And with more than 9 million square feet of retail space, holiday shopping in Frisco could have you more flustered than Santa’s reindeer in fog. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of the best stores to check out for everyone on your list. From the trendsetter to the tailgater, we’ve got you covered.

Traveling by planes, trains and automobiles to be with Frisco family and friends this holiday season? While travel can be stressful, staying in a Frisco hotel will have you settling in for a long winter’s nap in the wink of an eye. Many of Frisco’s hotels are offering holiday packages, meals and discounts, as well as being conveniently located to some of the best shopping and entertainment that North Texas has to offer. Need to find the perfect gift for someone on your list?