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Braving Houston streets can be a daunting task for a new cyclist—fortunately, you’re not alone.

These routes will get you started, plus food, drink and entertainment ideas along the way.

Back to school? We say "back to the pool," with an end-of-summer staycation at Hotel Zaza.

This weekend brings one of the year's best excuses to explore the newly-spiffed-up Buffalo Bayou Park.

"Laura Day" will commemorate the first ship to prove Houston's worth as a port city.

Take in 500 unspoiled acres of Buffalo Bayou from your bike.

The only City of Houston park to allow overnight camping has more in store than just a few cabins.

An equestrian show after dinner isn't the only thing that sets this Magnolia inn apart.

Forget barbecue pilgrimages—this time of year calls for a crawfish crawl.

Fittipaldi Exotic Driving lets you take its luxury fleet of Lamborghinis, Ferraris and Porsches around the race track.

Take advantage of the weekend with some romantic R&R at these Houston-area hotels.

Free, lighted tennis courts cover the city—grab a racket and get out there.

Flying through Terminal C? You could win a free round-trip ticket on Delta while you're at it.

There are few things more satisfying than a sudden shift of scenery.

One of the city's prettiest parks offers everything you could want in one, convenient location.

This Saturday, take part in the second annual celebration of our city's hard-working parks and rec organizations.

It's tempting to ditch your running shoes in favor of a swimsuit, but trail running can keep your mileage exciting all summer long.

The beautiful new 10-acre wetlands conservation area is just the beginning for this previously industrial section of the Ship Channel.

This week marks the 180th anniversary of the conflict that created Texas, commemorated at the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site.

Is the loss of a sense of place worth the cost of mass production?

Riding With the Pack: A Guide to Houston’s Bike Clubs