Travel & Outdoors

Red, White, and Boom

How to Celebrate the 4th of July in Houston

From food trucks to fireworks, there are so many celebrations to choose from this Independence Day.

07/01/2025 By Erica Cheng

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

Touching Grass

Take On Big Bend National Park like a Pro

Every question you have about Texas’s gift to the nation, answered.

06/17/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

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

Family Fun

We Priced Out Your Next Family Day Trip So You Don’t Have To

A family outing, in this economy?! Here’s exactly how much you’ll pay for a family of four at the most popular attractions in the Houston area.

05/23/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

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

Sculpting Strategies

At Texas SandFest, Competitive Sand Sculpting Is at Its Peak

The folks who compete in the annual Port Aransas festival have perfected the art of the sandcastle.

05/02/2025 By Brianna Griff

Staycation

The Renovated Hotel Granduca Has Both Locals and Tourists in Mind

The Uptown hotel went through a multimillion-dollar renovation, and has even debuted a new on-site restaurant, Remi.

04/18/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

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

The Big Easy

This Year, You Can Find Us in New Orleans

What we need right now is a big party, and our special neighbor to the east always delivers.

03/21/2025 By Emma Balter Photography by Cedric Angeles

Farm Fresh

The Best Farmers Markets to Shop for Food in Houston

Skip out on a grocery store run and head to one of these gems instead.

03/21/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Smell the Bluebonnets

Where to Go for the Best Wildflower Experience in Texas

Hike in blooming fields in Hill Country or ride horses on trails at Palo Duro Canyon.

03/14/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Spring Fling

The Ultimate Guide to Common Texas Wildflowers

Look out for these gorgeous, colorful flowers on your walks this spring.

03/14/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez Illustrations by Andy Dearwater

Houstonia Magazine

Travel & Outdoors

How to Celebrate the 4th of July in Houston

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

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

Take On Big Bend National Park like a Pro

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

Our Favorite Podcasts for a Long Road Trip

The Rio Grande Valley Should Be Your Next Great Texas Vacation

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

Our Favorite Albums for a Long Road Trip

Visit the Hill Country to Reconnect with Your Texas Roots

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