Alicia

Owner & Founder

Content contributor at Cortado Stays

Alicia lived in Paris during college and the French countryside in high school, experiences that shaped her approach to creating intentionally designed vacation rental spaces. Before starting Cortado Stays, she worked in film, television, and food photography, focusing on mood creation and attention to detail.

41 articles by Alicia

Austin Live Music: Which Venues Are Worth It in 2026

September 8, 2026

Brewery Tours in Austin TX: Your Complete 2026 Guide

September 7, 2026

Fall Festivals in Austin, TX: The 2026 Local Planning Guide

September 6, 2026

Austin TX Wine Tasting: The 2026 Local's Guide

September 5, 2026

Wine Tasting Dripping Springs: 8 Wineries Worth a Visit

September 4, 2026

SXSW Airbnb Guide 2026: Where to Stay Without Overpaying

September 3, 2026

Austin TX Travel Guide: When to Go and Where to Stay in 2026

September 2, 2026

House With Private Pool Austin: Where to Actually Stay

September 1, 2026

Airbnb Austin: The Local's Guide to Booking Right in 2026

August 31, 2026

Weekend Getaway From Austin: Where to Go and Stay in 2026

August 30, 2026

3 Day Romantic Getaway Near Austin: Moulin Rose Review

August 29, 2026

Best Places to Visit in Texas USA: A Region-by-Region Guide

August 28, 2026

Vacation Houses for Rent in Austin TX: 2026 Local Guide

August 27, 2026

Vacation Homes That Sleep 16 in Austin: What to Verify First

August 26, 2026

The Austin Bucket List: 25 Things Locals Still Do in 2026

August 25, 2026

Austin's Hidden Gems the Best-Of Lists Keep Skipping

August 24, 2026

Vineyard Wedding Venues Near Austin: A Hill Country Guide

August 23, 2026

Bachelor Party House Rental Dripping Springs: What to Vet

August 22, 2026

Best BBQ in Austin: 8 Joints Worth the Trip in 2026

August 21, 2026

What to Pack for a Trip to Austin, TX: 2026 Season Guide

August 20, 2026

Best Time to Visit Austin: A Local's Month-by-Month Guide

August 19, 2026

Girls Trip Austin, TX: The Honest Local Planning Guide

August 18, 2026

7 Hidden Gems in Dripping Springs Locals Actually Visit

August 17, 2026

Direct Booking Deals in Austin: Save Without the Risk

August 16, 2026

Bachelorette Party Austin: How to Fit Everyone in One House

August 15, 2026

House That Sleeps 12 in Austin Without Two Rentals

August 14, 2026

Family Vacation Austin: A Grandparent-to-Toddler Plan

August 13, 2026

33 Best Activities in Austin, Texas for Groups in 2026

August 12, 2026

Fun Things to Do in Dripping Springs Beyond the Venues

August 11, 2026

Best Day Trips from Austin: 8 Escapes Worth the Drive

August 10, 2026

Is a Vacation Rental Worth It for Your Group Trip?

July 27, 2026

Scottsdale Vacation Rentals: The Local's Guide for 2026

July 26, 2026

Dripping Springs Vacation Rental Guide: Where to Book in 2026

July 25, 2026

Moulin Rose Dripping Springs, TX: Inside the 16-Guest Retreat

July 24, 2026

14 Wedding Venues in Dripping Springs and Where to Stay

July 23, 2026

Cortado Villa Austin: Inside East Austin's Design-Forward Rental

July 22, 2026

21 Best Restaurants in Austin, Ranked by Neighborhood

July 21, 2026

37 Things to Do in Austin Beyond 6th Street in 2026

July 20, 2026

Where to Stay in Austin: Neighborhoods and Rentals Guide

July 19, 2026

Where to Stay in Dripping Springs, TX: Best Areas in 2026

July 18, 2026

Vacation Home Rentals Austin: Best Neighborhoods to Book

July 17, 2026
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