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Juneteenth

Celebrate Juneteenth with Emancipation Park All Week Long 

Houston’s oldest public park is commemorating history with a series of virtual events. 

06/14/2021 By Shivani Parmar

Here Comes The Fun!

The Houston Family Guide

There's so much to see and do all summer long for kids of all ages.

06/11/2021 Edited by Laura Furr Mericas

Can't put a price on fun

Have the Best Summer Ever with These Local Deals

Keeping the kids busy and engaged is one thing. Doing it on a budget? That’s certainly not child’s play. But fear not!

06/10/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Hidden Gems

Take Your Kids on a Scavenger Hunt Across Houston

Switch off the screens and take a break from the summer reading—the search is on!

06/09/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

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

Who's calling the shots?

Gov. Abbott Bans Vaccine Passports in Texas

Cruise line Carnival will require proof of vaccination on its ships; not so fast, says the governor.

06/07/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Summer Field Trips

The Ultimate Houston Family Bucket List

15 can’t-miss summer field trips that toddlers to teens will dig.

06/07/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp, Laura Furr Mericas, Brittany Cristiano, and Kaitlyn Miller

Coming Soon

Trees For Houston's New Campus Is Heading to Garden Oaks

After a $3-million gift from the Kinder Foundation, things will be looking a lot greener in the GOOF.

06/02/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Family Outings

Houston Arboretum's Playscape Awaits

Let the kids go wild at this natural play area.

05/31/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Staycations

What's Hotel ZaZa's Best Room?

The one that makes you feel like a rock star, of course.

05/27/2021 By Bill Wiatrak

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Bucket List Trips

Two Days Are All You Need in Mauritania's Capital

It's not your typical tourist destination, but one for experienced world travelers.

05/25/2021 By Bill Wiatrak

Dog Days of Summer

Our Favorite Pet-Friendly Getaways

Four great Texas retreats for you and doggo.

05/24/2021 By Raven Wuebker

On Deck

Ready to Take a Cruise?

Carnival Breeze and Carnival Vista are back in Galveston, but when will it be vacation time?

05/21/2021 By Raven Wuebker

Good Vibes Only

Peek Inside This Transformed Retro Hotel in the Heights

The overhauled Heights House Hotel boasts a hip restaurant, pool, discounted concert tickets, and more for travelers and locals.

05/14/2021 Photography by Laura Furr Mericas

Staycation 

TripAdvisor Just Named This Houston Hotel One of the Best in the U.S.

Have you ever stayed in The Lancaster Hotel? 

05/13/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Bucket List Trips

On the Water in Senegal

Adventure awaits in this West African country.

05/12/2021 By Bill Wiatrak

Take Your Best Shot

The Great Texas Golf Guide

Everything you need to know before you tee off in Houston and across the state.

05/03/2021 By Timothy Malcolm, Gwendolyn Knapp, Catherine Wendlandt, Denise Cathey, and Emma Schkloven

Great Escapes

Book That Beach Vacation at Banyan Tree Mayakoba

After a $50-million expansion, paradise and a mimosa await in the Riviera Maya.

04/30/2021 By Jayme Lamm

Take Your Best Shot

Our Favorite Houston-Area Golf Courses

The 12 local clubs you need to know about

04/30/2021 By Denise Cathey, Timothy Malcolm, and Catherine Wendlandt

Take Your Best Shot

9 Great Golf Gets and Gadgets

A little birdie tells you what to buy.

04/29/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

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