Travel & Outdoors

Act Fast

Top Vacation Packages of the Week

From Tokyo to Montreal, flight and hotel deals are never-ending.

07/29/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Asia

Surprising Sri Lanka

The time to visit the island nation is now.

07/28/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

King of the Road

Making the Most of Your Next Road Trip

Make a mix tape, stash a map in the glove compartment, get out there and go.

07/24/2015 By Samantha Ketterer

Hmmmmmm

Things That Confuse You When You’re New to Houston

…or even after three years

07/22/2015 By Jenae Sitzes

Tips

Packing Magic

How to avoid checked-bag fees and fit it all in your carry-on

07/21/2015 By Maggie Berardo

Advice

Avoid Traveling Nightmares with these Safety Tips

How to get thieves to move on to the next guy

07/20/2015 By Kayla Stewart

A Meditation

The French: Why Does Everyone Hate Them? (and Why You Shouldn’t)

On berets, wine, cheese and being mean

07/15/2015 By Katherine Gunn

Fringe

An August Festival in Scotland

Don't worry, the weather's mighty fine.

07/14/2015 By Maggie Berardo

Staying In

Take a Staycation: the Royal Sonesta Hotel

The Galleria is one of the state's premiere shopping and dining destinations—and it deserves more than a day trip.

07/13/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Love, Love, Love

French Love Locks Are Gone, But Never Fear

Other opportunities for public displays of affection.

07/13/2015 By Kayla Stewart

Travel

Paris History Uncovered

What lies under the city's treasures might be more important than what's on the surface.

07/09/2015 By Spencer Vogel

The Cyclist’s Guide to Houston

Joy Ride: 4 Bike-Friendly Itineraries to Get You Rolling

These routes will get you started, plus food, drink and entertainment ideas along the way.

07/09/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen and Kyle Nielsen

Open Road

Palo Duro Canyon, Second to None

Enjoy the silence, the breathtaking views and the “Smithsonian of Texas”—just 599 miles away.

07/09/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Cyclist’s Guide to Houston

Riding With the Pack: A Guide to Houston’s Bike Clubs

Fear not, new cyclists—you’re not alone.

07/09/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Skinny Dipping

Go Jump in the Nake

Just in time for National Nude Day (July 14), we take a trip to Emerald Lake, also known as Houston’s only nudist beach.

07/09/2015 By Catherine Matusow

Go On

Jump on July Flight Deals Now

Bargain prices for international destinations

07/08/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Lone Star State

New Texas Travel Resource Alert: Hipcamp

Find the perfect outdoor adventure.

07/07/2015 By Brittanie Shey

Pro Tips

Squeezing More from Your Travel Dollar

How to save on airfare.

07/06/2015 By Bill Wiatrak

Fly-By Shopping

Jessica Alba Opens Eco-Friendly Kiosk at IAH

Honest On-The-Go kiosks will stock diapers, sunscreen, bug spray, toothpaste and other non-toxic travel essentials.

07/02/2015 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Book It!

Top 5 LGBTQ-Friendly Places to Travel

Where to go and what to see

07/02/2015 By Kayla Stewart

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