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Bucket List

9 Cinematic Destinations You Can Actually Visit

From Middle Earth to Tattooine, the beloved cinematic universes from Hollywood’s best works are not completely fictitious.

12/17/2015 By Jenn Nguyen

Bright Lights, Big City

Christmas in New York? 4 Things to Do Other than Visit Rockefeller Center

Ice skating in Central Park and other insider tips for spending your Big Apple holiday in style.

12/16/2015 By Kayla Stewart

Under 100

100 Miles or Less: The "Painted" Churches You May Have Missed

The oldest Catholic church in Fayette County sits high on Hostyn Hill, while another holds a treasure trove of recovered Old World masterpieces.

12/15/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Planes, Trains and Automobiles

Headed Northeast? Use Amtrak

Cheaper, hassle-free travel has been here all along—and you don't even have to take off your shoes.

12/14/2015 By Kayla Stewart

Over the River and Through the Woods

These 4 Christmas Towns Will Get You in the Holiday Spirit

Yes, you really can visit the North Pole! No, not that North Pole.

12/11/2015 By Kayla Stewart

The First Marche Noel

How the French Stole Christmas

Or why right now is the best time of year to visit Alsace.

12/10/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

Wanderlust

Why Auvergne Should Be on Every Traveler’s List

If your only experience in France so far is the Eiffel Tower, you're missing out on its volcanoes.

12/09/2015 By Samantha Ehlinger

Weekly Steals

Revive With a Trip to Japan, New Zealand or Thailand

Going home for the holidays is tough, but taking a vacay afterward is the best way to rejuvenate.

12/03/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Texas Travel

One More Reason to Visit Gonzales: Hand-Tossed Pizza

A pizza worth a two-and-a-half hour drive? Only in the capital of Come and Take It.

12/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Texas Travel

Hand-Tossed Pizza in a 110-Year-Old Hill Country Saloon: Only in Gonzales

Live music, cold Shiner Bock and oven-fresh pizza are the main attractions at this historic saloon in downtown Gonzales.

12/03/2015 Photography by Katharine Shilcutt

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New Zealand, Far and Away Houston’s Most Exciting Getaway

Houston’s latest nonstop destination is miles beyond the rest.

11/29/2015 By Scott Vogel

Travel Tips

How to Get the Cheapest Airfare

An expert shares his secrets.

11/25/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

Paris

A Trip to the City of Light

They can't take it away from him.

11/20/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

Weekly Steals

Airline Companies Give Back with Flight Sales

This week’s top airfare promotions.

11/16/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Life Abroad

Houston Expats in Belgium

A Houstonia intern on adjusting to a new culture as a youngster.

11/11/2015 By Trishna Buch

Weekly Steals

A Trip to Sicily, Jamaica and Turks and Caicos Is One Click Away

Take a look at this week's top deals for domestic and international flights.

11/10/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Europe on the Cheap

Why Not Visit Ireland Now?

Off-season and still awesome.

11/09/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

TEQUILA!

Celebrate Out of the Box: Houston Margarita Festival

The fourth annual Margarita Festival returns to Houston this Sunday at a newer, much larger location.

11/05/2015 By Megha Tejpal

A Houstonian Abroad

Five Reasons to Teach English in France

Baguettes, yes. And other things.

11/05/2015 By Samantha Ehlinger

Weekly Steals

Daylight Savings Brings Several Airfare Deals

Prices are starting to rise but there are still some discounted flights.

11/03/2015 By Marianella Orlando

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