Europe on the Cheap

Why Not Visit Ireland Now?

Off-season and still awesome.

11/09/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

A Houstonian Abroad

Five Reasons to Teach English in France

Baguettes, yes. And other things.

11/05/2015 By Samantha Ehlinger

Weekly Steals

Daylight Savings Brings Several Airfare Deals

Prices are starting to rise but there are still some discounted flights.

11/03/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Hot, Hot, Hot

A Trip to Death Valley

The hottest place on earth.

11/03/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

Film

The Cinema Arts Festival’s New Frontiers

Under Richard Herskowitz’ leadership, the Cinema Arts Festival continues its expansion in new and exciting directions.

11/03/2015 By Steve Jansen

Travel

Revisiting the Spirit of Mexico City

On returning to the source of childhood memories—this time, with children of one’s own.

11/03/2015 By Claudia Kolker

Pitch Perfect

No Instruments, No Problem

As this year’s Straight No Chaser show nears, we try to lure UH a capella groups into a little smack talk.

11/03/2015 By Nick Esquer

Style Trial

Why Doesn’t Houston Have a Serious Fashion Week?

Four organizations compete for the glory of hosting Houston’s premiere fashion event.

11/03/2015 By Layne Lynch

Charity

When Once-A-Year Volunteers Strike

‘Tis the season for giving back—but what happens when there’s a surplus of samaritans?

11/03/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Editor’s Note

A Very Good Gear

Thoughts on passing the baton, from cars to editors.

11/03/2015 By Catherine Matusow

Dilemmas

When Is Tex-Mex No Longer Tex-Mex?

Could the answer lie in a puddle of chili gravy?

10/29/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Wine & Dine

Picking the Perfect Thanksgiving Wine Just Got Easier

French Country Wines hosts its annual Thanksgiving tasting November 21.

10/28/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

It's a Trip

Searching for Aliens in Roswell, New Mexico

If you don't discover extraterrestrial life, you'll still get plenty of photos to make your Facebook friends jealous.

10/28/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

Weekly Steals

Fall Flights: It's Cheap(er) to visit Thailand, Cancun, and More

The best weekly airfare prices.

10/27/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Go Get 'Em, Tiger

Holiday Shopping (Card) Season Starts Now

Because shopping, fighting cancer and saving money are three of our favorite things.

10/22/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Picks

Top Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 23-25

Moores Opera Center debuts Manon, Rienzi toasts its annual Punch Party, Ballet Hispanico presents Carmen, Houston Zoo celebrates Halloween with Zoo Boo and Aperio plays chamber music from American masters.

10/21/2015 By Nick Esquer

The Snarkivist

How to Have a Totally Gay Halloween

Thinking about Halloween costumes? You know you better make it work.

10/16/2015 By Javier Garza

New England

Looking for a Quiet Fall Destination? Visit Martha’s Vineyard

Our favorite time to visit: when the crowds begin to thin.

10/15/2015 By Kayla Stewart

Say Cheese

Photo Ready: Selfie Game Strong

5 ways to snap the perfect selfie.

10/14/2015 By Megha Tejpal