Travel & Outdoors

Hit The Road

Plan That Trip to Celebrate Día de Los Muertos in San Antonio

Alamo City goes big with this year's Day of the Dead festivities.

08/10/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

The Thoughtful Earthling

Bigger and Better Ways to Fight Our Plastic Problem

Handy ways to curb plastic use, beyond ditching straws.

08/07/2018 By Cicely Rubottom

Hit The Road

Tarantulas, Topo, and the Trans-Pecos Festival of Music + Love

A reluctant, first-time camper takes on a Marfa music fest.

08/03/2018 By Dana DuTerroil

Big Plans

Getting to Mongolia the Long (and Cheaper) Way

Save money and see more with these savvy tips.

07/31/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

The Great Outdoors

Canada Is Home to the Most Gorgeous Lakes In the World

Cool down in Canada with Banff's natural splendor.

07/26/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

Open Road

Facing Fears and Crossing Bridges in Sydney, Australia

Australia turns out to not be a bully after all.

07/20/2018 By Scott Vogel

You Can't Take the Sky From Me

How Are Houston's Fireflies Faring?

Houston doesn't make it easy for them to thrive.

07/20/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Oh, Canada!

Alberta's Calgary Stampede Is a Must For Rodeo Lovers

Chuck wagon racing, pancakes, poutine and you.

07/18/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

Keep Calm

How to Deal With Flight Delays

Feeling stranded? Remember these seven tips.

07/17/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

Hit The Road

Your Summer Can Still Be Saved by These Top Glamping Destinations

Take that vacation already.

07/13/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Summer Travel

How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Barcelona

Picasso, Gaudi, the Mediterranean, and you.

07/06/2018 By Catherine Wendlandt

Other People's Property

These Are the Most Desired Airbnbs in Texas

Peep the top listing in Houston and beyond.

07/04/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Summer Travel

A Visit to Michigan's Historic Mackinac Island, No Cars Allowed

This island transports tourists back in time.

07/03/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

Lodging

Hotels to Watch Out For: Rebirth of a Hollywood Icon

The Mayfair promises to bring mid-priced elegance to downtown LA.

07/02/2018 By Scott Vogel

Peep Show

You Can Help Monitor the Butterfly Population in Houston

The Texas Butterfly Monitoring Network needs your inexpertise.

06/27/2018 By Josh Davis

Debbie Downer Time

Your Summer Adventures Might Be Harming Nature More Than You Think

How are campers impacting the environment?

06/25/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

You Can Check Out But You Can Never Leave

I Lived Like Drake with a Hotel Derek Staycation

"I'm posted at the Derek up on Westheimer, hit me when you're done your shift." –Drake, "Company"

06/22/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Pets in the City

4 Under-the-Radar Houston-Area Dog Parks

Your suburban doggo will love these parks.

06/22/2018 By Laura Furr Mericas