R&R

The Best Hotels in Houston for a Staycation

These destinations have on-site restaurants and bars, spas and rooftop pools, and much more.

02/15/2024 By Stephanie Bartels and Geneva Diaz

Hotel Spas

These Hotel Spas are a Must-Visit During a Houston Staycation

If you’re in need of a glorious recharge, a weekend trip to one of the city’s best hotels should do the trick.

03/25/2022 By Danielle Wright

Luxury Hotels

Plan Your Staycation Getaway at one of These Luxury Hotels

Staying in one of Houston's luxury hotels is a wonderful experience that’s packed with plenty of benefits.

03/25/2022 By Geneva Diaz

Family Play-cation

Our Favorite Family-Friendly, Houston-Area Hotels

A roundup of local spots where the kids can be kids.

06/08/2021 By Laura Furr Mericas

Spa day just got better

Hit the Reset Button at the Houstonian's Newly Revamped Trellis Spa

Spend an afternoon at the largest luxury spa in Texas, and you’ll never want to leave.

04/29/2021 By Gabi De la Rosa

Rejuvenate the year

Pamper Yourself at Two New Spas Opening in Houston

We could all use some TLC right about now.

01/12/2021 By Raven Wuebker

EASY ERGONOMIC EXERCISES

The Ultimate Deskercise Routine

The stay-healthy stretches to do while you work from home.

09/10/2020 By Radhika Patel

Dine Over Zoom

7 Delicious Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day Differently

The following places are offering special packages, menus, and gifts that'll make any mom's day.

05/01/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp and Timothy Malcolm

Fa La La La La

The To-Doux List: Nov. 28-Dec. 1

This weekend brings ... the official start of the holiday season!

11/28/2019 By Abby Ledoux

You Need to Calm Down

5 Ways to Unwind If You're as Stressed Out as the Rest of Houston Apparently Is

Prioritize your self care on National Mental Health Day.

10/10/2019 By Abby Ledoux

For the Cure

5 Ways to Shop and Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Think pink in October.

10/09/2019 By Abby Ledoux

The Drawl

5 Amazing Pools You Should Try to Get In This Summer

Just a little summertime scheming.

06/22/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Sweet Treats

Where to Get Your Pecan Pie Fix for National Pecan Pie Day

The calories don’t count on July 12.

07/12/2017 By Allyson Waller

Hidden Houston

Behind the Scenes at Three of Houston’s Most Private Clubs

A glimpse of what the initiated aren’t missing out on at the Petroleum Club, the Briar Club and the Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa.

10/24/2016 By Marianella Orlando

Old School

First Bite: The Manor House at the Houstonian

The former private club, now open to the public, is a delicious time capsule.

03/21/2016 By Alice Levitt

Visual Arts

A Climber's Peak with Art After Death

After perishing on K2, a climber's expressive art steps into the light with Peak Inspirations.

02/02/2016 By Nick Esquer

Iron and Wine

Only the Strong Survive the Iron Sommelier Competition

The annual Iron Sommelier competition separates the dregs from the Dolcettos.

09/12/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

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