# Five Cities in the Dallas Metroplex to Visit on a Guys Weekend Staycation *By James Hills — Updated February 2025* Dallas is more than "just a city" it is a unique geo-political destination that like Los Angeles would be better thought of as a collection of smaller cities surrounding a central point. That might be a weird way to look at it but while I once looked at "Dallas" as a place to go for a guys getaway, I've started to think of the destination in terms of cities like Fort Worth, Irving, McKinney, Allen, and Lewisville instead. Not only would any of these destinations make for a great excuse to get a taste of Dallas ... but even folks who live in the metroplex can easily travel to someplace new for a sort of guys getaway staycation experience. It's easy to get caught up in the rat race of life and forget about all the great things that Dallas has to offer. There are so many different cities around Dallas that would be perfect for a guy's staycation. This blog post will explore five different cities located around the metroplex where you could enjoy some time away from work with your buddies!   ## Fort Worth [Fort Worth](https://www.fortworth.com/) is the "other half" of the namesake airport and it is sometimes overshadowed by Dallas but is probably one of the most exciting destinations for a Texas-sized guys weekend. From huge steak dinners and some of the area's best BBQ to authentic cowboy culture, this is the spot to go if you want to experience what made the region famous. ### From Carnival to Norwegian: Cruise Hacks We Love That Cruise Lines Keep Trying to Ban Cruise hacks for power strips, radios, door decorations, and more - plus which lines allow them and which don't. Real tips from 30+ cruises on Carnival, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, and Disney. 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We had a blast [exploring Irving](index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2281:a-texas-sized-guys-weekend-in-irving-texas&catid=23) with some of our blogger friends a few years ago when we stayed at the Marriott Las Colinas and can't wait to go back again soon! ## Man Gear Pick of the Month September's Pick Amazon (affiliate) ### Kenyon City Grill Portable Stainless Steel Electric Grill Why we picked it: a grill you can actually carry to the campsite, the tailgate or the cabin without borrowing a truck. Stainless, no propane tank to wrestle, and hot enough to cook for four guys rather than reheat for one. 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McKinney is charming destination and has a center of town steeped with history as well as plenty of natural outdoor areas to explore. Some highlights we recommend you checking out in McKinney include: ***North Texas Wineries:*** - [Landon Winery](https://www.landonwinery.com/) - [Lone Star Wine Cellars](https://www.lonestarwinecellars.com/) - [Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary](https://www.heardmuseum.org/)   ## Arlington While you can certainly visit the sports arenas found in Arlington while staying in other parts of Dallas, it should be noted that this is home to AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, Globe Life Field, home of the Texas Rangers, and also Six Flags. Additionally, [Arlington, Texas](https://www.arlington.org/) is home to some of the area's best breweries. 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