Travel & Outdoors

The Friendly Skies

Everyone in America Loves Southwest Airlines

The Texas-based airline carrier beat out all others when it comes to value, friendliness and flexibility.

06/20/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Open Road

Russian Roulette: On Moscow and Mixed Feelings

To go or not to go. That is the question.

06/20/2016 By Scott Vogel

Food Worth Flying For

The $100 Hamburger Run: A Plane Ride with the Works

One should never underestimate the drawing power of a good burger.

06/20/2016 By Alice Levitt

Wild West

10 Things You Must See, Do and Eat Near Big Bend National Park

If you have a week, you can explore the best West Texas has to offer.

06/17/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Friendly Skies

10 Reasons to Get on a Plane to Belize Right Now

Big things—like the second-largest barrier reef in the world—come in small packages.

06/15/2016 By Miranda Proctor

Hidden Gems

Sarasota: The New "It" City of the Sunshine State

Circus mansions, jungle gardens, and shopping while sipping to-go daiquiris; you're going to love it here.

06/14/2016 By Miranda Proctor

The Friendly Skies

We’ll Always Have Paris—Thanks to This App

How one phone application convinced a couple to fly to Paris for the weekend…six days before takeoff…for dirt cheap.

06/13/2016 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

The Friendly Skies

10 Non-Stop International Flights from Houston You Didn't Know About

Who wants to visit a country with a machete on its flag? You do.

06/09/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spring Fling

Why You Should Visit Holland Next May

Make your plans now, so you don't miss the legendary tulips in the spring.

06/02/2016 By Bill Wiatrak

Get Me Bodied

It's A New Season for This Popular Downtown Hotel Spa

New treatments and equipment make the Four Seasons Hotel Houston's revamped spa and fitness center a prime spot for a relaxing summer in the city.

06/01/2016 By Ellie Sharp

Water Parks & Rec

Katy's New Typhoon Texas Will Take Your Breath Away

You haven't ridden a water slide until you've ridden one with laser guns.

05/31/2016 By Teresa Rodriguez

Open Road

In Costa Rica, a Short Flight and Bumpy Drive Lead to Untold Riches

The remote coastal jungles of the pristine Nicoya Peninsula await—if you’re up for one heck of a road trip.

05/31/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Ice House

The Other Lone Star Saloon—In Cambodia

Yes, believe it or not, you can find Tex-Mex (and Golden Tee!) in Phnom Penh.

05/31/2016 By Emma N. Hurt

Something Blue

Be the Ultimate Texas Bride in This Bluebonnet Wedding Dress

Embrace your favorite highway-side wildflower in this elegant gown.

05/27/2016 By Layne Lynch

Bucket List Art

11 Masterpieces You Can (and Should) See Before You Die

Plus: two you can't.

05/27/2016 By Bill Wiatrak

Duck, Duck, Goose

Bird-Watching for Beginners at Brazos Bend

And if you're not into birds, how about bobcats?

05/26/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Mountain High

Things To Eat in Denver When You're Alive

It's not all special brownies and craft beer in Convention City.

05/25/2016 By Alice Levitt

The other tea party

Boston's Freedom Trail: Making Historical Travel Foolproof

Ditch the car for the day and immerse yourself in American history.

05/19/2016 By Bill Wiatrak

City Upon a Hill

Montmartre: The Other Paris

The Frenchest part of France is also the friendliest.

05/10/2016 By Bill Wiatrak

Nice Ice Baby

Why You Should Take Advantage of a Free Stopover in Iceland

Iceberg bays, hot springs, Northern lights and southern sights—the unspoiled natural beauty of Iceland beckons.

05/09/2016 By Bill Wiatrak