About Mike Puckett & Darryl Douglas Media
My name is Mike Puckett, and I’m the Founder of the Good Eats Local Travel Guide and President at Darryl Douglas Media.
Our publication highlights the best places to eat, stay, and explore — all recommended by locals. We’ve been telling authentic food and travel stories for over 16 years, featuring restaurants, resorts, and destinations across Texas, the U.S., and abroad.
From 2010 to 2014, Darryl Douglas Media partnered with Travelzoo, sourcing daily deals and working closely with their R&D team to better understand national markets and consumer behavior. That collaboration inspired the creation of the authentic Good Eats Local Travel Guide experience, combining professional storytelling with community-powered recommendations.
About the Good Eats Local Travel Guide
The Good Eats Local Travel Guide is a community-driven publication reaching over 1 million people monthly through our interactive Facebook groups, pages, and social media platforms.
We specialize in authentic, high-quality coverage — only featuring restaurants, hotels, and destinations recommended by locals and personally certified by our team.
Every feature includes:
- Professional photography and videography
- Reels and short-form storytelling across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok
- Ongoing exposure across our city-based communities and digital publication
- No paid placement fees — all partnerships are built on authentic collaboration
Why Partner With Us
Working with the Good Eats Local Travel Guide means becoming part of an interactive, trusted media network — not just another influencer post.
What makes us different:
- Interactive Reach: Over 1 million monthly reach and high engagement across our Texas-based groups (Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and beyond)
- Proven Credibility: Features are based on authentic community recommendations, not sponsorships
- Professional Quality: Backed by 17+ years of media production experience through Darryl Douglas Media
- Organic Longevity: Each feature continues to reach new audiences long after publication
- Travel Network: Partnerships with IHG Hotels & Resorts and Hyatt Hotels showcase genuine hospitality experiences
Audience Snapshot
- Gender: 59–70% Female
- Core Age Range: 35–54
- Primary Interests: Local restaurants, regional travel, small business, weekend getaways, family dining, hospitality experiences
- Monthly Reach: 575,000+ across platforms
- Top Markets: Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Arizona, and New Orleans
Facebook Reach – Last 28 Days (as of October 2025)
| Market / Group | 28-Day Reach |
|---|---|
| Good Eats Austin | 934,320 |
| Good Eats Houston | 101,222 |
| Good Eats San Antonio | 14,800 |
| Good Eats Dallas | 3,995 |
| Good Eats Katy | 9,510 |
| Good Eats Arizona | 6,527 |
| Good Eats Texas Project | 2,495 |
| Good Eats Local Travel Guide (Main Hub) | 3,540 |
Total 28-Day Facebook Reach: 1,076,409 unique users
These figures represent verified Facebook Insights reach — actual users engaged in the last 28 days across all Good Eats Local pages and groups.
Personal Facebook (Mike Puckett DDM)
- Followers: 6,786
- Video Views (Last 28 Days): 295,000+
- Average Monthly Interactions: 10,000+ (+142%)
Our Travel & Feature Partnerships
We collaborate with IHG Hotels & Resorts and Hyatt Hotels to feature stays and hospitality experiences across Texas, the U.S., and international destinations.
Upcoming Confirmed Features:
- San Antonio – Oct 2025
- Princess Cruise – Caribbean – Nov 2025
- Austin – Dec 2025
- Austin – Jan 2026
- InterContinental Dubai Marina (IHG) – Feb 2026
- Sri Lanka – Feb 2026
- Alila Maldives (Hyatt) – Feb 2026
- Austin – Mar 2026
- San Antonio – Apr 2026
- Austin – May 2026
- Wyoming – Jun 2026
- Austin – Jul 2026
- New Orleans – Aug 2026
- San Antonio – Sep 2026
- Maine – Oct 2026
- New York City – Nov 2026
- Austin – Dec 2026
We also feature national parks and domestic travel destinations, including recent features from Big Bend National Park and upcoming projects in Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Acadia National Parks.
Let’s Work Together
We’re always looking to collaborate with hotels, resorts, and destinations that align with our mission of authentic, community-driven travel experiences.
Contact Information:
mike@darryldouglasmedia.com
858-335-3833
goodeatslocal.com
Mike Puckett
Founder | The Good Eats Local Travel Guide
President | Darryl Douglas Media
World of Hyatt Globalist | IHG One Rewards Diamond Elite