Sailing Into the New Year: A First Look at Princess Cruises’ Star Princess

by Analise Flatt on January 29, 2026

The moment we’ve all been waiting for has arrived: Star Princess has officially sailed into service, ushering in a bold new chapter for Princess Cruises.  From the moment she graced the seas, it was clear...

Sun, Sand & Self-Care: South Padre Island for the 50+ Solo Female Traveler

by Jodee Blanco on January 28, 2026

Brad Paisley waxes nostalgic about South Padre Island at the end of a duet with Carrie Underwood. College kids flock here for spring break. Families return annually for summer vacation. Kiteboarders make pilgrimages from across...

A Toast to Grapevine: Wine, Whimsy, and Two Standout Stays in the Heart of North Texas

by Marika Flatt on January 27, 2026

Perfectly positioned between Dallas and Fort Worth—and just minutes from DFW Airport—Grapevine feels like a world apart.  While travelers often pass by en route to somewhere else, those who stop discover a charming town with...

A Weekend at The Worthington: The Ultimate Cowtown Getaway

by Cecilia Stanford on January 23, 2026

Sitting in the heart of downtown Fort Worth, The Worthington Renaissance Hotel breathes sophistication and perfectly woven Texan roots.  From business trips to girls’ weekends, guests will find a stay that fits their pace, with...

Experience Montreal, All Day and Night: Food, Festivals, and Noctourism

by Marika Flatt on January 20, 2026

There is no better time to visit Montreal, as the US dollar is stronger than ever right now. "Every year, Montréal en lumière revitalizes our city in the middle of winter and thousands of people...

Cacti under a super moon

Where to Eat, Stay and Play in Scottsdale in 2026

by Heidi Gollub on January 16, 2026

From luxury desert resorts and immersive wellness experiences to standout restaurants and outdoor adventures, Scottsdale sets the standard for elevated Southwest travel.  Scottsdale, Arizona, has a magnetic pull for Texans, with its incredible spas, sprawling...

Inn exterior at night with white colonial architecture and oak trees at Montage Palmetto Bluff.

A Post-Holiday Savannah “Mom-cation”: Escaping to Montage Palmetto Bluff

by Amanda Eyre Ward on January 15, 2026

Lifelong friends trade December chaos for Spanish moss, river views, and restorative luxury in South Carolina’s Lowcountry.   THE HOLIDAY WHIRLWIND For my best friend Beth and me, December was a whirlwind of gift wrapping,...

SkyBeach Resort: Inside a Renovated 1950s Waterfront Motel in St. Petersburg, Florida

by Sara Aguinaga on January 14, 2026

SkyBeach Resort combines midcentury character with breezy, modern design, an easy choice for travelers who want equal parts relaxation and waterfront fun. If you want to unplug in the sun or explore St. Petersburg, this...

Bentonville, Arkansas, Travel Guide: Where Trails, Culture, and a Creative Culinary Scene Collide

by Marika Flatt on January 13, 2026

Texans are big fans of Bentonville, Arkansas, the “Mountain Biking Capital of the World!”  You can read more about this hidden gem in our 2021 article here. We have friends who used to live in...