Amber Murphy

Texas holds more surprises than its giant map suggests. Hidden among prairies, deserts, and rivers are places that…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 19

Ready to trade crowded multiplexes for open skies and starlight? The Last Drive-In Picture Show in Gatesville brings…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 19

Tucked into the Texas Hill Country, Krause Springs feels like a secret you are thrilled to share. Clear,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 19

Ready for a Texas escape that feels like a deep breath of fresh air? Fort Worth Botanic Garden…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 19

There is Texas comfort food, and then there is Blue Bonnet Cafe pie. One look at the shimmering…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 19

Some places feel timeless the second you walk in, and Kiddie Park in San Antonio is one of…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Ready to pack your March with big Texas energy and nonstop fun? Rodeo Austin brings heart-pounding rodeo, neon-bright…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Some places earn their legend one plate at a time, and this tiny Strawn spot proves it daily.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

There is a little corner of Palestine where Saturdays taste like fresh tomatoes and warm sourdough. Under the…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Slip down a set of stone steps on Main Street and you will feel Texas fade into something…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Ever wandered a market so sprawling it feels like its own zip code? Pearland Flea Market in Texas…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Texas road trips are best when detours become the highlight. From canyon-edge cabins to floating hotel rooms, these…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Just outside Austin, there is a little slice of the Wild West you can wander for free. Pioneer…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Dallas got a real-world playground for your favorite Netflix shows, and it is way more immersive than expected.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 18

Ready to trade screen time for whistle blows and window views? This Texas road trip strings together vintage…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

Ask anyone who grew up visiting Galveston and they will tell you about a meal at Gaido’s that…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

Think Caribbean-blue water in Texas sounds like a myth? Head to Eisenhower State Park on Lake Texoma, where…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

If you crave true Texas comfort, Goodson’s Cafe in Tomball is the kind of place you plan a…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

Some of the best vintage stories in Houston start behind the blue door at The Blue Bird Circle.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

Some places along I-10 feel like well-kept secrets, and this cozy country spot is one of them. Locals…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

Nacogdoches may be small, but it packs centuries of stories into walkable streets and friendly storefronts. You will…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

Some of the best road trip memories start with a warm box that fogs the car windows. In…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 17

Hidden beneath the hills west of Brackettville, a raw network of caverns, trails, and star-drenched nights waits for…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

Ready for a Texas escape that blends ranch charm with boutique comfort and real connection to nature? At…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

Deep under the jungle clatter of Rainforest Cafe in Galveston, a secret river curls through the dark. It…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

If you love a good treasure hunt, 77 Flea Market in Brownsville delivers the weekend rush you crave.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

Park beside the bay, look up, and there it is: a floating city waiting to tell its secrets.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

If endless sirens and rising rents have you dreaming about something calmer, Texas has a surprising number of…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

Right on the Corpus Christi bayfront, Whataburger at 121 N Shoreline Blvd turns a quick bite into a…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

Craving a night sky that actually wows you near Houston? At George Observatory inside Brazos Bend State Park,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 16

Tucked away in northwest Houston, there is a library and chapel that feels like a secret passport to…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Ready to wander through oceans of bluebonnets with Lake Travis sparkling beside you? Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area turns…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Craving something that rivals Texas barbecue but swims instead of sizzles? You’re in luck, because the state’s coastal…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Hidden among towers in downtown Dallas, Thanks-Giving Square invites you to exhale and feel grounded. This peaceful sanctuary…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Ready to chase spring color close to home? Tulipalooza field in Waxahachie turns simple moments into vivid memories,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Some supermarkets are just stops. This two story H E B at 2300 N Shepherd Dr turns errands…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Ready for a Texas adventure that blends five-star dining with once-in-a-lifetime animal encounters? At Oak Meadow Ranch in…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Ready for a quick climb that delivers a Texas sized payoff? At Old Baldy Park in Wimberley, just…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 15

Craving a small town escape where lakes sparkle and hills roll to the horizon? Burnet, Texas greets you…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 14

I showed up for shoes and left feeling like I had walked through a living time capsule. The…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 14

Step through the doors at Toy Joy on 2nd Street and your inner kid wakes up immediately. This…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 14