Amber Murphy

Tucked into the Texas Hill Country, Hamilton Pool Preserve feels like a secret you stumble upon after a…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 4

Jefferson, Texas looks postcard pretty, but after dark the stories feel a little too close. You can sense…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 4

Ready to wander a maze of deals, flavors, and surprises all in one epic Florida spot? Opa-locka Hialeah…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

Chasing that golden hour glow in Austin? The Oasis On Lake Travis serves it with Tex-Mex plates, cold…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

Tucked right in the heart of Blanco, this small state park packs a full day of bliss for…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

In the heart of downtown Hutto, a small cafe turns dessert into a Texas-sized event. Texan Cafe &…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

If you have ever craved a place where folks still wave from pickups and the sky seems to…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

You have heard the whispers about the onion rings at Clear Springs Restaurant, and honestly, so had we.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

Ready to peer through a window into Texas springwater so clear you will forget you are on a…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

If you have ever wondered whether the iconic gas station from The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is real,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

Some places grab you once and never let go, and Texas has a whole map full of them.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 3

Craving a time-capsule Texas breakfast with perfect coffee and fast, friendly service? Avalon Diner on Westheimer nails the…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Tucked along Bee 190 in Beeville, this humble farm shop feels like stepping into a slower, friendlier past.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

On South Padre Island, a remarkable rescue center is turning heartbreak into hope for sea turtles. At Sea…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Ready for a Gulf Coast feast that blends New Orleans spice with Texas warmth? Larry & Rita’s Mexican…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

If you crave turquoise water without leaving Texas, Possum Kingdom Lake delivers big time. Dramatic cliffs, hidden coves,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Step inside Naegelin’s German Bakery and you can practically taste Texas history in the buttery air. Since 1868,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Step onto the trails at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge and it feels like a film crew should…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Tucked inside a historic travel center covered in petrified wood, Whistle Stop Cafe serves the kind of Texas…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 2

Ready for a steakhouse that feels like a Texas museum and tastes like a celebration? Taste of Texas…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

Out on US-90 near Comstock, Texas, there is a canyon where silence feels ancient and the sky looks…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

If you are craving a quick spring escape, this Texas Hill Country itinerary is your sign to go.…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

If you crave solitude, clear turquoise water, and a true backcountry challenge, Devil’s River delivers. Tucked far from…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

There is a reason locals whisper about the warm, pillowy tortillas at The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation before…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

Hidden in the trees of Denton County, Old Alton Bridge draws you in with history, whispers, and a…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

Craving boat-to-table freshness with a front-row view of Galveston Harbor? Katie’s Seafood House delivers big flavors, bigger portions,…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

If you crave a front row seat to Palo Duro Canyon sunrises, Doves Rest Cabins deliver it in…

By Amber Murphy · Mar 1

Texarkana has plenty of places to eat, but Dixie Diner is where comfort food turns into a memory.…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

If your weekends need more flavor, Traders Village in Grand Prairie brings it in Texas-sized portions. Imagine a…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

Tucked along Lake Granbury, this small Texas gem serves up more charm than you would ever expect. Historic…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

Kemah’s go-to comfort food icon sits right on TX-146, serving plates big enough to make you grin before…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

If you are craving a place where tacos meet twinkling lights and music ripples over the water, the…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

If you have ever dreamed of running real construction equipment, Dig World in Katy makes it happen. Tucked…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

Ready to eat with sharks gliding past your table? Aquarium Restaurant in Downtown Houston turns dinner into an…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

Tucked on a quiet Midtown corner, Lankford’s Grocery & Market serves the kind of burger that makes you…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 28

Ready for a short-and-sweet Austin adventure that delivers big scenery fast? The St. Edwards Green and Red Loop…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

If you crave high-speed thrills and arcade glow, this Houston spot was built for you. Speedy’s Fast Track…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Craving Southern comfort food with a side of Texas history? At Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar, you can…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Ready to unplug without leaving Dallas? King Spa & Sauna on Royal Lane delivers a full day escape…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Running behind schedule does not mean settling for forgettable food. Texas roadways are packed with spots that deliver…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27

Step under the sprawling oak tree and you will swear you wandered into the Shire, right in the…

By Amber Murphy · Feb 27