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...

5-deck tall river boat on the river with a bridge in the background

Viking Mississippi: Domestic River Cruises Offer Jet-Lag-Free Adventures in the U.S.

by Heidi Gollub on January 7, 2026

You don't need a passport for a Viking voyage on the Mississippi River.  A Viking river cruise doesn’t have to involve international airfare and jet lag. You can enjoy the Norwegian brand’s hallmark upscale experience...

Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa: Where the Hill Country Rolls with Romance

by Martin Ramirez on January 5, 2026

Set atop the highest elevation point in San Antonio, Texas, is one of the most iconic Hill Country getaways.  Here, amid the faint echoes of coaster enthusiasts in the distance and the joyous cries of...

Unwind at Hotel Crescent Court: A Haven to Nurse That Holiday Hangover

by Martin Ramirez on December 30, 2025

With the holidays now behind us, we can all take a breath of relief as we look toward new beginnings in the new year.  To all those sleighbell survivors, the winter wonderland-weary, and those who...

Where to Sleigh in Style: The Ultimate New Orleans Holiday Girls’ Weekend

by Analise Flatt on December 24, 2025

The holiday season is the perfect excuse to plan a long-awaited girls’ weekend—especially when New Orleans is involved.  From twinkling lights and festive cocktails to charming streets that double as photo backdrops, the city comes...