Amber Murphy

Shiner may be small, but it sparkles with the kind of Texas charm you feel the second your…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Picture this: you’ve been cruising down US-377, stomach growling louder with every mile, when suddenly you spot Nick’s…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Texas doesn’t just do things differently—it does them bigger, bolder, and with way more personality than anywhere else.…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Down in Kemah, there’s a spot where chicken-fried steak isn’t just a menu item—it’s practically a religion. T-Bone…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Texas might be famous for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but hidden across the state are Italian restaurants that could…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Hidden along a quiet country road near Round Top sits an unexpected Texas getaway—a one-of-a-kind hotel built entirely…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Texas is huge, wild, and packed with experiences that don’t require you to empty your wallet. From natural…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Texas hides some of its most soul-stirring landscapes in places most travelers skip. Trade crowded overlooks for empty…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

When you walk into The Catch in Arlington, you might think you’re just stopping by for some fried…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 17

Texas history runs deeper than most people realize, and you don’t need a museum to experience it. Scattered…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Ready to slow down and watch Texas roll by one click at a time? The Grapevine Vintage Railroad…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Tucked away in the Texas Hill Country near Fredericksburg sits a park so small you might miss it…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Texas takes its meat seriously, and the grocery stores across the Lone Star State prove it every single…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Palestine, Texas is quietly becoming one of the smartest choices for retirees looking to stretch their retirement dollars…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Forget the Instagram-famous taco joints with hour-long waits and overpriced margaritas. The best tacos in Texas aren’t hiding…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Located along historic Main Street in Grapevine, this beloved local shop has been winning over casual visitors and…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Texas has always been known for big flavors and bigger portions, but the fast-casual dining scene here has…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

If you have ever planned a beach weekend around a single cocktail, you already get the magic of…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Picture this: a double-decker bus decorated with flowers, rolling through downtown Dallas while you sip hot tea and…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 16

Texas towns have a knack for preserving the past while keeping things lively and fresh. From courthouse squares…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

Tucked behind a sliding bookshelf in downtown Austin, Firehouse Lounge feels like your favorite secret. The bar sits…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

Housed in a charming 1890s building on Weatherford’s historic downtown square, Back Home Bakery has become a beloved…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

Texas stretches across 268,000 square miles, and rushing through it means missing the good stuff. Slowing down lets…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

Ever wondered what it feels like to sleep where railroad legends once traveled? At the Galveston Railroad Museum,…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

August in Texas means scorching temperatures and endless sunshine, but you don’t have to suffer through the heat.…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

Set amid the rolling countryside near Navasota, Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary provides a permanent, loving home for rescued…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

Texas has a rich culinary history that goes way beyond just barbecue and Tex-Mex, though those are certainly…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

If you crave the kind of Texas comfort that makes a road trip feel like destiny, Babe’s Chicken…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15

Forget cramped airline seats and airport security nightmares. Vonlane is changing how Texans travel between major cities with…

By Amber Murphy · Aug 15