Travel & Outdoors

Bundle Up

Getting to Know Our Northern Neighbors in Toronto

Go to the place where Drake is from.

02/07/2018 By Josh Watkins

Go Now

9 Reasons to Eat, Love, and Visit Bali

A volcano about to erupt? Don't let that keep you from Bali.

02/05/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

Valentine's Day

Houston Arboretum's Tapas on the Trails Returns Next Week

Featuring food, wine, a live owl, and a walk through nature.

02/01/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Mysterious Monarchy

Visiting Brunei, the Tiny Kingdom of Borneo

There's no booze, but the wildlife and mosques are worth it.

01/31/2018 With Bill Wiatrak

The Drawl

The Houstonian's Guide to Mardi Gras in Louisiana

Wait. You don't celebrate Mardi Gras by climbing a greased pole to retrieve a guinea hen? You do now.

01/30/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Open Road

The Bahamas: Still Beautiful, and Now More Accessible Than Ever

Island life is now just a direct flight away.

01/30/2018 By Scott Vogel

Hidden Gem

Huasteca Is Mexico's Best-Kept Secret

Waterfalls, ruins and Surrealist art abound.

01/26/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

Love Boat

Why Not Take a Valentine's Cruise in Galveston Bay?

Champagne, dinner and a gorgeous sunset are provided.

01/25/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Free Ride

Downtown Houston's Greenlink Expands Its Hours and Routes

Downtown's eco-friendly bus system updates for 2018.

01/23/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Flying the Friendly Skies

From Houston to Sydney In Only 17-and-a-Half Hours

A tale of United's first direct flight between the two cities.

01/22/2018 By Scott Vogel

Play Date

Levy Park Packs 2018 With Free Family Events

Load the van and head to Upper Kirby in 2018.

01/19/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Are You Experienced?

Americans Might Value Travel More Than Possessions These Days

Americans are spending more money on travel than stuff, according to a new report.

01/16/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Go For It

Driving Into Mexico: Is It Safe?

What to know before you hit the road to Mexico.

01/15/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

No Problemo

George Bush Intercontinental Is the Most On-Time Airport in Texas

Turns out IAH is incredibly punctual.

01/12/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Safe Travels

What to Expect: Caribbean Cruises After Hurricanes Irma and Maria

Islands are rebuilding. Be patient and supportive.

01/09/2018 By Bill Wiatrak

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles

Home for the Holidays: A Tale of One Vile Voyage, Or: Why I'm Never Leaving Texas Again

I see your holiday travel story and raise you this 25-hour cross-country hell trip.

01/08/2018 By Abby Ledoux

One-Way Ticket

Are These the Best Cities for Living Abroad in 2018?

Beaches, wine hubs, and hidden gems to settle down abroad.

01/05/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Have Mat, Will Travel

Will You Travel to Dallas for the World's Most Mindful Triathlon?

Dallas and Austin will host 5K and yoga fest Wanderlust 108 this year.

01/04/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Hang Loose

Shorebreak: The Series Is Like a Local's Guide to Oahu's North Shore

Photographer Clark Little gives a local's perspective of Oahu in this new series.

01/01/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Snowed In

Delayed in Denver: A Tale of Tea & Cannabis

When a snowstorm closes the highway to the ski resort, a detour to Denver isn't bad at all.

12/29/2017 With Kate McLean

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