Easy Travel

Perfect Day Trips, 2.5 Hours or Less from Houston

Escape city life with a quick trip to one of these places.

08/20/2025 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

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

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

Shell Yeah

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Galveston

From museums with history lessons to restaurants actual locals love, there’s plenty to do that doesn't involve the beach.

12/06/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez With Emma Balter

That’s the Spirit

Our Favorite Festive Towns in Texas to Visit this Holiday Season

From snowy strolls and train rides to quiet beach days and twinkling light displays, here’s a look at the best places to find holiday cheer.

12/05/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Hidden Gems

The San Antonio Weekend Guide You Never Thought You Needed

Go beyond the River Walk on your next trip to the Alamo City.

08/17/2023 By Ana Garcia

Road Trips

All the Reasons Why People Are Flocking to Waco

Visit the Texas town for Magnolia Market at the Silos, the Mayborn Museum Complex, a beer spa, and more.

08/09/2023 By Ana Garcia

Artsy Travel

These Austin Museums Have Something for Everyone in the Family

Explore Latino culture, view contemporary art collections, eat endless samples of ice cream, and more.

08/01/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Winter Road Trip

Where Mountains Float: Why Big Bend Is the Ideal Winter Trip

Big Bend beckons Texas travelers for the winter.

12/27/2022 By Geneva Diaz

ROAD TRIPS

Your Guide to a Family-Fun Weekend Getaway in Glen Rose

Explore dinosaur parks, play golf, and feed giraffes!

12/20/2022 By Ana Garcia

Reindeer Roadtrip

12 Spectacular Holiday Events in Texas Worth a Road Trip

Experience the magic of College Station’s Santa's Wonderland and Moody Gardens' festive attractions by the sea.

12/01/2022 By Danielle Wright and Geneva Diaz

On The Open Road

Everything You Need for Your Upcoming Road Trip

Enjoy your vacation with these essentials.

03/28/2022 By Danielle Wright

DAMES AND KNIGHTS

7 Must-See Castles You Can Visit Without Leaving Texas

Experience a dungeon wine tasting in Johnson City or rent an AirBnb castle in Burnet.

02/15/2022 By Geneva Diaz

Run for the Hills

Two Hill Country Road Trips for Christmas Light Fanatics

When you've seen all of Houston's Christmas lights and you don't mind driving.

11/15/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Editor's Note

How to Survive the End of a Trip

Hint: It’s food. (Of course it’s food.)

09/21/2018 By Catherine Matusow

Thrills from the Hunt

A Field Guide to Antiquing in Round Top

Some people see trash; we see treasure.

04/24/2018 By Jeanne Lyons Davis