Having a blast with some of my best friends who happen to be my KW family too!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Keller Williams Realty International (KWRI) ensures their team enjoys it with cheer! This year’s KWRI holiday party was insanely fun and there is no better place for the real estate empire founded in Austin and based in Austin to celebrate than the Trail of Lights.

Trail of Lights

Trail of Lights is an Austin tradition, a literal trail made of Christmas lights displays and tunnels in the middle of Zilker Park. The focal point is the Zilker Tree which stands 155 feet tall and is made up of more than 3,300 lights in multiple colors.

VIP Experience

KWRI provided us the Trial of Lights VIP experience. After driving up to close-in VIP parking, we wandered into a tent filled with delicious bites: pizza, gourmet grilled cheese, perfect soups for the cool weather, sweet treats and more. President Mary Tennant gave everyone a warm welcome and Santa was on hand to pose for pictures and pass out personalized gifts for every child. The energy was high, hugs were flying, children were laughing. At Keller Williams, we really are a family and truly glad to see spouses, children, and friends who are part of our holiday traditions.

Soon, we were off to the trail, mazing through Candy Land themed huts and stopping throughout to play in photo booths with props, taking silly pictures and making special memories. I must admit, I acted like an elementary school kid as I tackled every photo booth available, twirled under the Zilker Tree, and ate a bag of kettle corn hot out of the kettle. I only slightly pouted when our group opted out of the ferris wheel ride because the line was a bit long. I wonder if there is a VIP pass for the ferris wheel… 🙂

In Closing

As my first year with Keller Williams comes to a close, I realize now more than ever that I am part of an international family that I will work with, play with, and celebrate with for many years to come. Fortunately for me, this family is committed to Austin, the community I love so much and consider home.

I hope that you make Trail of Lights part of your tradition. If you have not visited this holiday season, it is the best one yet — more lights than ever, tunnels galore. Don’t miss it!

Happy holidays!

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Tags: Austin, Community, Family, Holidays, Keller Williams Realty, Traditions, Trail of Lights, Zilker Park, Zilker Tree