West Texas Insider

A Local’s Guide to Marfa: Where to Eat, Drink, and Explore

Beyond Prada Marfa, discover burritos, bars, and an arts scene that made this town famous.

03/09/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Sun City Guide

Exploring El Paso: Sun City’s Ultimate Travel Guide

Savor tacos, murals, and Texas border culture and history with a mountainous backdrop.

02/02/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Small-Town Stopover

Why Alpine Is Worth a Stop on Any West Texas Road Trip

With mountains, art, and great food, Alpine holds its own next to Marfa.

01/20/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Riding Sunset

Riding the Sunset Limited, a Texas Train Ride to Remember

A ride on America’s oldest named passenger train reveals the beauty and the bumps of traveling through Texas, the slower way.

01/06/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Time to relax

The Hidden Texas Spa Less Than Two Hours from Houston

At Ottine Mineral Springs, hot and cold pools bubble up from deep within the Hill Country, offering a luxury wellness escape without the airfare.

12/01/2025 By Gabi De la Rosa

Beat the heat

Where to Chase the Best Waterfalls in Texas

Take a weekend trip to one of the waterfalls the Lone Star State has to offer.

08/27/2025 By Geneva Diaz and Sofia Gonzalez

Small town charm

A Perfect Day in Bellville, According to Joy the Baker

Joy the Baker trades the city for Bellville, where cinnamon rolls, antiques, and a meat market charmed her into staying for good.

07/18/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Big D

A Grumpy Local’s Guide to Actually Enjoying Dallas

Here’s what makes the city an exciting place to visit right now. No, really.

07/07/2025 By Amanda Albee

Road Game

Crazy Things That Can Happen on a Texas Road Trip—Bingo Version

If you had to see truck nuts, you may be entitled to compensation.

06/27/2025 By Houstonia Staff

Beaver Barometer

A Real-Talk Rating of Texas Buc-ee’s Locations

We crisscrossed the state and came back with opinions on the chain’s many locations.

06/20/2025 By Emma Balter, Uvie Bikomo, Sofia Gonzalez, and Meredith Nudo

Iconic Texas Road Trips

How to Make the Long Drive to Big Bend National Park More Fun

Break up time on the road with stops to explore caverns in Sonora, shop in Boerne, and much more.

06/16/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

All Ears

Our Favorite Podcasts for a Long Road Trip

The top bingeworthy listens, from true crime to comedy.

06/13/2025 By Emma Balter, Uvie Bikomo, Sofia Gonzalez, and Meredith Nudo

Iconic Texas Road Trips

The Rio Grande Valley Should Be Your Next Great Texas Vacation

A trip to the borderlands has never been more necessary to understand our state.

06/13/2025 By Emma Balter

Iconic Texas Road Trips

Driving to the Panhandle Isn’t as Dull as You Think

From yurts and tin men to bull testicles with a side of steak, road-tripping to north Texas is full of established curiosities and hidden joys.

06/12/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Jamming

Our Favorite Albums for a Long Road Trip

Top music recommendations to belt out, windows down on cruise control.

06/11/2025 By Emma Balter, Uvie Bikomo, Sofia Gonzalez, and Meredith Nudo

Iconic Texas Road Trips

Visit the Hill Country to Reconnect with Your Texas Roots

Enjoy lavender hills, Southern cuisine, and giant animal statues as you unwind in the countryside. And you can’t forget the wine.

06/11/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Beach Vacay

Make the Most Out of Your Next Weekend in Galveston

Eat like a local, tour a museum, or enjoy an amusement ride at Pleasure Pier the next time you’re on the island.

05/16/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez With Emma Balter

Day Trip

Moody Gardens’ Brand of Overstimulating Fun Still Hits

Take the family down to Galveston to experience the three pyramids filled with marine life, a rainforest, and so much (too much?) more.

03/28/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Desert Escape

Marfa Is Going Through Another Renaissance

Think you’ve been there, done that in the Texas art town? Here’s why you need to go back, stat.

03/28/2025 By Amanda Albee

Day Trip

Fresh Out of Spring Break Ideas? Take the Fam to Froberg’s Farm

Whether you’re down to pick some strawberries or just need an excuse to get out of the city, this Alvin farm has what you need.

02/21/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez