On the Move

For Many Black Houstonians, Travel No Longer Feels Optional

Black Houstonians are traveling more intentionally, balancing joy, safety, and community as they explore the world on their own terms.

01/29/2026 By Brooke A. Lewis

Houston In Color

Queen B Gold, Be Someone Blue, and Queso Yellow: Welcome to Houston's IAH

James Glassman’s H-Tones turns everything from Ninfarita Yellow to Menil Gray into swatches that greet travelers from around the world.

09/12/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley

Travel Woes

Will George Bush Airport’s Construction Chaos Ever End?

Traveling on a plane is already dreadful, but we have some good news for you.

01/10/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Globe-Trotters

Menil Collection Curators Travel the World to Bring Art to Houston

From the Cameroon Grassfields to a family house in the Swiss Alps, it takes a lot of frequent-flier miles to put together a world-class exhibit.

03/11/2024 By Elisabeth Carroll Parks Illustrations by Lars Leetaru

Family-friendly Destinations

Get Out Of Houston On A Direct Flight To Puerto Vallarta

Ready for an unforgettable spring break? Direct flights and an all-inclusive price make Velas Vallarta an easy pick.

03/04/2022 By Jayme Lamm

JET SET

Houstonia’s 2022 Vacation Bucket List

We're dreaming of sandy beaches, sunshine, art and ultimate getaways from Houston.

01/31/2022 By Stephanie Bartels With Houstonia Staff

Happy in Houston

The Pursuit of Happiness: 60 Ways to Have Your Best Year Ever

New decade, new you.

12/27/2019 Edited by Dianna Wray

Sponsored Content

How Can Studying Abroad Benefit Your Teen?

Houston-area high school students are invited to broaden their horizons by traveling abroad next summer with a chance to win a $2,000 scholarship toward programs around the world.

12/02/2019

Travel

Why It's a Great Time To Go To Belarus Now

Prices are low, a visa is not required and you’ll have a unique experience in a one-of-a-kind country. What are you waiting for?

09/22/2017 By Bill Wiatrak

Travel

July on the Fly: The Quick and Dirty on Non-Stop Flights to Mexico

We've rounded up 6 sunny spots, each easier and cheaper to reach from Houston than you may think.

07/06/2017 By Julia Gsell

Travel

July on the Fly: The Quick and Dirty on Non-Stop Flights to the Caribbean

We've rounded up 11 sunny spots, each easier and cheaper to reach from Houston than you may think.

06/16/2017 By Julia Gsell

Travel

Why There's a Statue of Bob Marley in Ethiopia

Fun fact: the Rasta movement arose in Ethiopia, not Jamaica.

06/07/2017 By Bill Wiatrak

Travel

Australia Is for Eating

Is Melbourne's food worth the 14-hour journey from Houston? You better believe it.

06/05/2017 By Scott Vogel

Travel

Rooting Out the 'Real' Mexico in Oaxaca

Mexico's cultural capital offers more than just moles and mezcal—including petrified waterfalls and rarefied ruins.

06/02/2017 By Bill Wiatrak

Travel

Afraid of Visiting Lebanon? Here's Why You Shouldn't Be

The most hospitable country in the Middle East is also one of the most beautiful.

05/18/2017 By Bill Wiatrak

Travel

The Most Amazing Country You’ve Never Heard of

Baklava, ancient ruins and mud volcanoes await in Azerbaijan.

05/10/2017 By Bill Wiatrak

Travel

International Flight of the Week: Athens

This round-trip deal will get you to Greece for under $700.

04/28/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

Travel

The Loco-vore: Finding Mexico's Wildest Foods

Just think of that larvae as ant caviar.

04/28/2017 By Bill Wiatrak

Travel

Breast of the City

Admiring the curves of Houston’s newest international nonstop destination, Manchester

04/12/2017 By Scott Vogel

Travel

Two New(ish) Flights Debut at IAH Next Month

Visiting the Houston of Canada has never been easier.

04/07/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt