Travel & Outdoors

Bike Battle

Hardcourt Bike Polo Is Building a Strong Presence in Houston

The sport gained fans in the early aughts in Seattle before spreading across the country and to the Lone Star State.

06/06/2023 By Daniel Renfrow Photography by Richard Ramirez II

Road Trip

Driving to White Sands National Park Is Worth the 800-Mile Journey

Find wineries, watermelons, history, and hikes on the long route across West Texas to New Mexico.

05/30/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Dive In

Houston's Best Pools, Water Parks, and More to Beat the Heat

Drive down to Galveston's beaches, splash around at Six Flags, or take a dip in the city's coolest pools this summer.

05/22/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Tequila!

How to Do the Margarita Mile on a Dallas Weekend Trip

So many drinks, so little time.

05/09/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Natural Beauty

SPARK Celebrates 40 Years at Play

Nonprofit plans to raise $10 million to transform 40 more school parks in the next four years.

03/30/2023 By Geneva Diaz

WATER WORKS

Take the Plunge and Check Out Downtown Aquarium – Houston 

With more than 300 species of aquatic life from around the world, and a variety of events and dining options, it's good clean fun for the whole family.

02/13/2023 By Nicholas Roma

FRIDAY Q&A

Wade Phillips Returns to Football as Head Coach of XFL's Houston Roughnecks

In the first of our new "Friday Q&A" series, we discuss Texas, football, and Texas Football as part of the new XFL league with the legendary coach.

02/10/2023 By Jessica Lodge

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