Travel & Outdoors

HOUZOO

Your Fun-Filled Guide to the Houston Zoo

Celebrate the zoo’s history and learn what new animals and activities it has in store for the future.

01/21/2023 By Nicholas Roma

Winter Road Trip

Where Mountains Float: Why Big Bend Is the Ideal Winter Trip

Big Bend beckons Texas travelers for the winter.

12/27/2022 By Geneva Diaz

ROAD TRIPS

Your Guide to a Family-Fun Weekend Getaway in Glen Rose

Explore dinosaur parks, play golf, and feed giraffes!

12/20/2022 By Ana Garcia

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

10 Purrr-fect Gifts For the Pet Parent

Don't forget about your furry companions this holiday; we've got you covered.

12/03/2022 By Alexia Partouche

NOT SO SILENT NIGHT

Christmas Caroling in Houston 101: Where to Go, How to Join

This Christmas in Houston just got jollier.

12/01/2022 By Claire Anderson

Reindeer Roadtrip

12 Spectacular Holiday Events in Texas Worth a Road Trip

Experience the magic of College Station’s Santa's Wonderland and Moody Gardens' festive attractions by the sea.

12/01/2022 By Danielle Wright and Geneva Diaz

Shine Bright

Take Your Holiday Spirit Underground With Cistern Illuminated

The cistern is bringing even more holiday cheer to Downtown.

12/01/2022 By Shelby Stewart

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

10 Gifts for the Road Tripper on Your Holiday Shopping List

For when they’re on the road or back at home.

11/28/2022 By Alexia Partouche

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

10 Houston Experiences to Gift the Go-Getter in Your Life

From immersive art experiences to indoor skydiving and pottery classes, there’s something for every kind of go-getter on this list.

11/22/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

10 Gifts for the Plant-Obsessed Friend in Your Life

It takes a village (and plenty of gifts) to raise a plant.

11/19/2022 By Alexia Partouche and Rosemary Akpan

WINTER ROAD TRIPS

An Expert’s Guide to a Cozy Weekend in Georgetown

Hiking, wine tasting, and Inner Space Caverns are just a few things to do in this charming town.

11/18/2022 By Geneva Diaz

ROAD TRIP

The 10 Best Things to See and Do During a Weekend in Dallas

All the artsy, foodie, and (quirky) things you must do with just 48 hours in Dallas.

11/14/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Dripping Springs

Call Up the Squad: Your Pink Palace Awaits

So. Much. Pink.

11/10/2022 By Melissa Dalton

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

10 Naturally Great Gifts For the Outdoor Explorer in Your Life

These outdoorsy gifts will make any nature-lover smile.

11/09/2022 By Alexia Partouche

Sea Isle

This Dome Might Be the Coolest Beach Rental on Galveston

Stay beachside with 180-degree views of Galveston by way of hexagon-shaped skylights.

10/21/2022 By Melissa Dalton

Beefed Up

Butcher’s Ball 2022 Is On, and It’s Going to Be Bigger than Ever

Looking for the lowdown on the best Texas farmers, ranchers, and chow during this meaty event? We’ve got you.

10/20/2022 By Shelby Stewart

TGIF

5 Family-Friendly Farms Worth a Visit in the Fall

Get a real-life farm experience and a dose of fall festivities for the whole family.

10/18/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

Snap a Pic

20 of Houston's Most Instagram-Friendly Selfie Spots

Try out one of these photogenic sites for your next Instagram post.

10/18/2022 By Jessica Lodge

DATE NIGHT

7 Local First Dates Perfect For Keeping It Casual

From guided painting to boba tea, here’s our list of top date spots for all things easygoing.

10/10/2022 By Anna Rajagopal

Skele-fun Events

11 Halloween Events Happening in Houston This October

These family-friendly spooktacular events are full of tricks and treats.

10/03/2022 By Danielle Wright, Shelby Stewart, and Claire Anderson