Amber Murphy

Tucked where the Colorado River meets the Gulf, Matagorda Bay Nature Park is the quiet Texas beach locals…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 12

Matt’s El Rancho on South Lamar Boulevard has been serving Tex-Mex in Austin since 1952, making it one…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 12

Texas is bigger than most countries, and driving across it reveals landscapes so different they seem impossible to…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

There is a reason locals keep pointing you to the bright neon on Waco’s traffic circle. Health Camp…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

Set on 300 peaceful acres near the tiny town of Talpa, Rancho Loma proves unforgettable dining can thrive…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

Texas takes barbecue seriously, and nowhere is that passion more obvious than at the state’s legendary festival circuit.…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

In Palestine, Texas, Davey Dogwood Park delivers a peaceful East Texas escape filled with enchanting scenery and far…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

Texas holds more than wide-open spaces and barbecue joints. Tucked away in small towns and quiet neighborhoods across…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

Fredericksburg sits in the heart of Texas Hill Country, where German heritage meets world-class wine country in the…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

Texas and steak go together like boots and spurs. From big cities to small towns tucked away in…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

Tucked a few blocks from the seawall, Rosenberg Library quietly packs a full city’s worth of stories under…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

On South Lamar Boulevard in Austin, this vintage treasure trove is giving secondhand shopping a stylish new spin.…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 11

Texas is packed with places where kids can do what they do best: make a glorious mess. From…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Craving water so clear you can count the ripples and a scene that feels calm, not crowded? Tucked…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Pullman Market in San Antonio isn’t your typical grocery run. This stunning indoor marketplace combines fresh produce, artisan…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

The Texas Gulf Coast hides some of the best seafood restaurants you’ve probably never heard of, and the…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Gladewater may seem like an ordinary East Texas town, but its streets are packed with antique treasures waiting…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

The Texas Hill Country has become one of the most exciting food destinations in the state, with chefs…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Tucked inside Hermann Park in Houston, the Cockrell Butterfly Center offers an escape into a living rainforest where…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Texas coastline stretches over 350 miles, offering sandy beaches, bay views, and waterfront escapes that don’t require emptying…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Ready to trade traffic noise for birdsong and big sky views? The Northeast Texas Trail links small towns,…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Houston’s dessert scene just got a whole lot more interesting thanks to Popfancy Dessert Bar on Bellaire Boulevard.…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 10

Small-town Texas knows how to feed people right. Forget fancy menus and tiny portions—these buffets pile your plate…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 9

You do not need to crush miles to earn jaw dropping Texas scenery. These nine spots serve up…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 9

Near the Guadalupe River in Gruene, Cantina del Rio pours margaritas that locals say taste like Texas sunshine…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 9

When you think of Texas dining, barbecue and Tex-Mex probably come to mind first. But tucked away in…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 9

Hidden in Spring, Texas, this wildlife park offers unforgettable up-close encounters with exotic animals. TGR Exotics Wildlife Park…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 9

Houston summers bring temperatures that can make you feel like you’re melting the second you step outside. When…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 9

Tucked into the Texas Hill Country where the Guadalupe River cuts through limestone and cypress, Kerrville offers something…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 9