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Thinking outside of the box is a lifestyle we live by. In this blog, Matt White will share his inspiration and thoughts behind what is known today as Flophouze. 

The Ultimate Travel Escape

On my way to Round Top, I take a detour through Brenham, hoping to score some brisket at LJ’s BBQ. I get there too late. While wandering down a side street to find a sad lunch alternative, gunfire erupts. I flinch at the first pops before spotting a woman in antebellum attire waving me off with her lacy parasol. I learn later I had walked into the middle of the Brenham Bandits’ dress rehearsal for Local History Day.

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Did you know... Flophouze is a Quirky Hotel in Texas!

If you’re in search of unique hotels in Texas, look no further than Flophouze. Located in the charming small town of Round Top, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, this quirky hotel is made entirely out of recycled shipping containers. Each room is its own little house, and there are tons of modern amenities for guests to enjoy. You’ve never seen anything like it!

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Fun vacation ideas for groups

Great destinations for family reunions, girlfriend getaways or multigenerational travel

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HOUSTON — Kristin Finan, co-founder of Austin Travels Magazine, has these ideas for great getaways for group travel, whether it's a family reunion, girlfriend getaway, or multigenerational travel. For more information on Austin Travels Magazine, log on to AustinTravels.com.

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This Hotel Is Made of Recycled Shipping Containers — and It’s In One of the Most Charming Towns in Texas

Eco-friendly has never looked cooler.

STACEY LEASCA from Travel + Leisure shares how the Flophouze in Round Top, Texas is here to prove that eco-friendly hotels can be cool, too. All it takes is a few shipping containers and an eye for design.

Read more of her story on travelandleisure.com

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10 Trending Destinations for Summer, According to Airbnb

Condé Nast Traveler lists “the spring and summer Airbnb trending destinations based on increase in interest, and found great rentals to consider in each locale, whether you're looking to road trip to North Carolina's Outer Banks or tack on a night or two in Round Top, Texas, to an upcoming Austin visit.”

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Shipping container motel honors 2nd life of salvage

On a former ranch in Round Top, Texas (population: 91), Flophouze hotel is made of six converted shipping container cabins and one container pool. Built and run by Recycling the Past- the architectural salvage yard next door-, the former cargo boxes have been outfitted with recovered items like windows and cabinets from a school, railroad car floors, and countertops from an old bowling alley.

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An Incredible Texas Hotel You Need To See

Chairish is the design lover's indispensable online source for chic and unique décor, art, furniture, and home decorating inspiration. Marisa S. Martin shares Matt's motivation for Flophouze's interior design and décor in her article on Chairish - "An Incredible Texas Hotel You Need To See." It's an exciting read, and afterward, be sure to check out the Mercado - our online store where you can purchase all of the décor in our Flophouzes!

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Well Contained

Helene Ramackers says it best, “Container hotels and accommodation offer a unique escape not skimping on luxury and versatility. These eye-catching constructions have become increasingly popular as they are mostly repurposed structures, giving a new lease on life so that you would never imagine it was initially a shipping container.”

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Why you should spend your next vacation in a shipping container

According to by Sharael Kolberg with Travelocity.com - Shipping containers: They’re not just for shipping anymore. You can now comfortably sleep in one, eat and drink in one, or even shop in one. They have gone from grungy to industrial chic and they’re definitely a trend worth checking out. Here are a few of our favorite places to enjoy repurposed cargo containers on your next vacation.

We completely agree! Book your next vacation at Flophouze.

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25 Most Spectacular Hotels in the World: 2020!!

Matador Network just named Flophouze Hotel one of the 25 most spectacular hotels in the world this year!! 🏆 We are beyond honored to be included among such incredible hotels around the world! 🌎
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Thank you, Matador Network team for including us! The next time you're in Texas, stop on by for some adventures in Round Top!

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