Weekend Getaways

Beat the heat

Where to Chase the Best Waterfalls in Texas

Take a weekend trip to one of the waterfalls the Lone Star State has to offer.

08/27/2025 By Geneva Diaz and Sofia Gonzalez

Round top, year-round

Why Round Top, Texas, Is One of the Hill Country’s Best Year-Round Escapes

Round Top isn’t just for antique season. Here’s how to eat, drink, shop, and unwind in this tiny Texas town at any time of year.

08/08/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley and Geneva Diaz

Small town charm

A Perfect Day in Bellville, According to Joy the Baker

Joy the Baker trades the city for Bellville, where cinnamon rolls, antiques, and a meat market charmed her into staying for good.

07/18/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Rest and relaxation

Where to Go for Your Next Houston Staycation

Plan a small escape from your busy life with one of these hotels.

07/02/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Houstonia Staff

Iconic Texas Road Trips

How to Make the Long Drive to Big Bend National Park More Fun

Break up time on the road with stops to explore caverns in Sonora, shop in Boerne, and much more.

06/16/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Iconic Texas Road Trips

The Rio Grande Valley Should Be Your Next Great Texas Vacation

A trip to the borderlands has never been more necessary to understand our state.

06/13/2025 By Emma Balter

Iconic Texas Road Trips

Driving to the Panhandle Isn’t as Dull as You Think

From yurts and tin men to bull testicles with a side of steak, road-tripping to north Texas is full of established curiosities and hidden joys.

06/12/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Beach Vacay

Make the Most Out of Your Next Weekend in Galveston

Eat like a local, tour a museum, or enjoy an amusement ride at Pleasure Pier the next time you’re on the island.

05/16/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez With Emma Balter

The Big Easy

This Year, You Can Find Us in New Orleans

What we need right now is a big party, and our special neighbor to the east always delivers.

03/21/2025 By Emma Balter Photography by Cedric Angeles

Smell the Bluebonnets

Where to Go for the Best Wildflower Experience in Texas

Hike in blooming fields in Hill Country or ride horses on trails at Palo Duro Canyon.

03/14/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Yeehaw Getaway

The Perfect Dude Ranches for Channeling Your Inner Texan

Spend a weekend feeling like you're the star of a Western movie.

02/07/2025 By Geneva Diaz and Sofia Gonzalez

Shell Yeah

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Galveston

From museums with history lessons to restaurants actual locals love, there’s plenty to do that doesn't involve the beach.

12/06/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez With Emma Balter

Alt Route

An Insider’s Guide to Under-the-Radar Colorado Ski Resorts

Three ski destinations you’ve probably never heard of but should absolutely visit.

11/15/2024 By Amanda M. Faison

Vintage Playground

A Pro's Shopping Guide to the Round Top Antiques Show

Get your walking shoes on and measuring tape ready.

10/04/2024 By Diane Cowen

Wine and Vistas

The Quiet Charm of Texas Hill Country’s Small Towns

Skip Fredericksburg on your next country escape and discover what these underrated destinations have to offer.

08/23/2024 By Amanda Albee

Sin City

The Las Vegas Tourist Attractions Actually Worth Your Time and Money

Vegas is much more than drinking and gambling—you just have to know where to look.

07/19/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

’Cue and Culture

A Discerning Houstonian’s Guide to Kansas City

Where to find barbecue that rivals ours (yes, really) and unique cultural experiences perfect for a weekend trip.

05/22/2024 By Liz Cook

Boots and Barbecue

Fort Worth Has Flourished into a Destination in Its Own Right

Cowtown has modernized, becoming more fun and delicious while keeping its twang.

03/04/2024 By Amanda Albee

That’s the Spirit

Our Favorite Festive Towns in Texas to Visit this Holiday Season

From snowy strolls and train rides to quiet beach days and twinkling light displays, here’s a look at the best places to find holiday cheer.

12/05/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Powder Chase

Your Winter Guide to Amarillo, the Snowiest Place of All (of Texas)

Trade the bayou sun for Panhandle snowflakes.

11/22/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Houstonia Magazine

Weekend Getaways

Where to Chase the Best Waterfalls in Texas

Why Round Top, Texas, Is One of the Hill Country’s Best Year-Round Escapes

A Perfect Day in Bellville, According to Joy the Baker

Where to Go for Your Next Houston Staycation

How to Make the Long Drive to Big Bend National Park More Fun

The Rio Grande Valley Should Be Your Next Great Texas Vacation

Driving to the Panhandle Isn’t as Dull as You Think

Make the Most Out of Your Next Weekend in Galveston

This Year, You Can Find Us in New Orleans

Where to Go for the Best Wildflower Experience in Texas

Popular Content

Where to Chase the Best Waterfalls in Texas

Where to Go for Your Next Houston Staycation

Why Round Top, Texas, Is One of the Hill Country’s Best Year-Round Escapes

How to Make the Long Drive to Big Bend National Park More Fun

The Perfect Dude Ranches for Channeling Your Inner Texan

A Pro's Shopping Guide to the Round Top Antiques Show

The Perfect Dude Ranches for Channeling Your Inner Texan

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Galveston

An Insider’s Guide to Under-the-Radar Colorado Ski Resorts

A Pro's Shopping Guide to the Round Top Antiques Show

The Quiet Charm of Texas Hill Country’s Small Towns

The Las Vegas Tourist Attractions Actually Worth Your Time and Money

A Discerning Houstonian’s Guide to Kansas City

Fort Worth Has Flourished into a Destination in Its Own Right

Our Favorite Festive Towns in Texas to Visit this Holiday Season

Your Winter Guide to Amarillo, the Snowiest Place of All (of Texas)

Latest Issue

Hit the Road