Some say Austin might as well be on an island as it doesn’t quite fit the reputation of the rest of Texas. But this trendy city sure draws a crowd no matter how it’s defined. With thrilling festivals, a thriving music scene, and out-of-this-world food, Austin is no longer just known as the state capital …

Austin and Fort Worth may be battling head-to-head for the ‘trendiest city in Texas’ title, but there’s a new sheriff in town. Reporting record numbers of visitors with another month left to go, it’s safe to say the ‘Lone Star State’ has more than one shining star after all – at least in terms of …

Spring Break doesn’t always mean escaping to a Florida beach to shotgun beers and yell “woo!” every so often. In fact, the South offers far more than Florida. There are some incredible cities to visit this spring with no beach anywhere in sight. Texas is certainly one of those destinations despite having a sprawling coastline …

Weather is one of the top selling points this time of year when it comes to choosing your next vacay. What better place to visit than a city rich in culture, serving up the state’s best eats and Texas-sized margaritas all while exploring the historic streets in the 60 – 70 degree temps? Austin may …

Yeeeeehaw to Ni-Hao! For the first time in History, nonstop flights are launching from Texas all the way to Taiwan! For decades, cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco have monopolized United States-Asia travel due to the West Coast serving as a gateway to the Orient and also the historical links (San Francisco has the …

If you’re over mainstream news (and who wouldn’t be by now?), then there’s one remarkable city that always seems to slip through the cracks as more than just a pass-through city. Chances are, if you’ve ever taken a road trip on I-10, then you’ve passed through one of the Southwest’s top hidden gems, yet nearly 700,000 …

Now that the hassle of Thanksgiving and Black Friday have died down, winter plans are in full force. As your electric bill continues to spike as you put your heater to good use, a better way to splurge is to book a sunny getaway. How about an often-overlooked Texas coastal city with easy flight options, 70-degree …

When it comes to Texas, travelers tend to hit up the big cities deep into the heart of the Lone Star State. While most travelers seeking out beach vacations target Florida or California, the South is teeming with lesser-known coastlines ready to wow you – Texas being one of them. Well, as long as you …

So much for the Mayan calendar, huh? Well, you may question if yours is right too. As many of us feel forced to sip pumpkin concoctions, throw on a dusty flannel from the back of the closet, and hit the back roads for incredible vibrant scenery this time of year, some places simply didn’t get …

Dallas is a completely different city from when I grew up in the surrounding suburbs. More like a metropolis in the making with Vegas 2.0 dreams, Dallas has become one of the trendiest cities in the country with no plans on slowing down. The ‘Big D’ has been voted as having the best skyline in …

Have you ever seen an egg fry on a sidewalk? If not, you may not be from Texas – it’s a common occurrence come summertime just for kicks and giggles. Most succeed in making a quick breakfast with some sun and hot pavement, which goes to show how hot summers in Texas can be. Cities …

Looking for a vacation full of culture, guaranteed sunshine, and plenty of things to see and do?   There’s no need to follow the herd to Europe this summer because you can find all of that and more right here in the U.S.   The Texan city of San Antonio is a fascinating hotspot with …