Brazos Country Travel

03/10/2024

With its antebellum architecture, laid-back beaches, and top-notch dining scene, it’s no wonder Charleston has shot up in popularity over the past decade.

Take your pick from Gilded Age mansions, beachfront resorts, and stylish boutiques.

02/10/2024

Get some of your money back with a VAT refund. Here's what it is, how to get it, and more.

01/10/2024

Splurging on a well-deserved vacation should never be out of the question.

Discover the paradise of Fairmont Grand Del Mar. This luxurious hotel offers adults-only relaxation, world-class dining, & stunning scenery.

30/09/2024

Florida is a top choice for couples looking for an intimate getaway; it’s cheaper than Hawaii, sunnier than the Carolinas, and closer than the Caribbean.

Forget about family trips. If you're looking for a lovers-only couples retreat, book a room at one of the most romantic hotels in Florida.

29/09/2024

This is some serious maritime decadence.

MSC World America, MSC Cruises' latest flagship, is set to embark on its maiden voyage next year — and she will be home to the only Eataly restaurant at sea, which plans to serve "basil-forward" dishes prepared in an open kitchen. Here's what else is in store for passengers.

28/09/2024

Thanks to the island's volcanic past, most beaches are some variation of tan or gray, but they're still lovely places to relax.

Bali is blessed with a full hand of beautiful beaches – these are our top 5.

27/09/2024

Alaska is known as “The Last Frontier” for good reason: less than one percent of the state is inhabited by people.

Lake Clark National Park has a grizzly bear camp and I spent three nights at it. Here's what it was like.

26/09/2024

The savvier jet-setters among us are starting their search for the best places to travel in October.

Experts say shoulder season is the best (and cheapest) time to travel. Here are the best places to travel in October to take advantage of it.

24/09/2024

Just having travel insurance is not a guarantee you'll get your money back for every travel mishap.

Having your travel insurance claim accepted depends on a variety of factors, such as your coverage policy and having adequate proof of purchases.

23/09/2024

Construction on the project first broke ground earlier this year and is expected to take about four years to complete.

Construction on a high-speed rail connection between Los Angeles and Las Vegas is currently underway, and a peek inside the cars shows it will be a luxurious option when complete.

22/09/2024

Northern lights and cheap flights – if that's not enticing enough to book a trip, then I don't know what is!

Iceland transforms into another world in the fall. Home to Northern Lights and cheap flights, this is the best time of year to visit.

21/09/2024

I particularly adore those cozy moments while traveling – that moment where I’m feeling all the feels with my loved one, or when I’m planning for us to return as a unit to enjoy all the romance together.

If you want to whisk you and your partner away to a romantic destination this fall, here are my favorite resorts and bucket list destinations.

20/09/2024

There’s something so comforting about a city break in the fall – the views are spectacular, the weather is perfectly mild, and you don’t have to spend thousands to have the time of your life.

HomeToGo released its 2024 Fall Travel Forecast, and the cities that topped the “Trending Destinations” list were not what we expected.

19/09/2024

The electronic travel authorization (ETA) fee will be implemented next year.

Travelers heading to the United Kingdom next year will have to pay a fee to enter as the country prepares to implement its long-anticipated electronic travel authorization (ETA).

18/09/2024

Here is a look at these three new ships and when they will debut.

So far in 2024, six new ocean cruise ships have made their debut. They have ranged from Royal Caribbean's 231,000 gross ton Utopia of the Seas to

17/09/2024

What you will find – and perhaps be surprised by – is diversity, both in terms of nature’s gifts and cultural influences stemming from a stormy history.

The lack of crowds and globally recognizable Instagram-bragging snaps makes the experience of traveling to Serbia all the more authentic.

16/09/2024

The best time to visit Ireland—to see green countrysides and impressive castles, to learn about Celtic history, to rub elbows with friendly and funny Irish folks—is almost any time of year.

How to time your visit to the Emerald Isle.

15/09/2024

If you're unfamiliar with the details of the vessels, it can be overwhelming to figure out which of these two behemoths is the better fit for your next sailing.

From onboard vibe and cabin options to entertainment, here are some of the key similarities and differences in a showdown of Utopia vs. Icon of the Seas.

14/09/2024

This Southeast Asian titan boasts world-class cuisine, raucous nightlife, stunning landscapes and incredible culture. With such a bounty of options, the only problem is knowing where to begin.

From island-hopping to gobbling up Bangkok's tastiest street food, here are the best things to do in Thailand.

13/09/2024

Welcome to the land of the rising sun, where U.S. visitors are up 60% over 2019. But where are all those visitors going?

There’s only one place that everyone is talking about right now: and it’s the land of the rising sun! Here's why Japan is having a moment.

12/09/2024

Adventure travelers have overlooked the high-altitude region of the Nangma Valley for years, but new group tours are flourishing.

11/09/2024

Traveling is fun, but navigating the unwritten rules and unspoken fashion etiquette of a new place can be daunting.

Not sure what to wear for your trip to Paris? Confused what street style translates to in London? Here are our articles that will help you dress for destinations around the world ... and stop you sticking out like a sore thumb.

11/09/2024

NEW for 2025: From The Liffey To The Thames

13 Day Tour from Dublin to London

Starting at $3999 per person. Airfare not included. 2025 or 2026 dates open to book ❤️

Beloved music, literature, and poetry; lively traditions, customs, and conversation; smooth Guinness, whisky, and ale—they all flow from the banks of one legendary river to another on this immersive tour of Ireland, Scotland, and England.

From the ancient villages along the Shannon to the cathedrals and castles lining the Thames, this tour of Ireland and Britain invites you to splash about in four distinctive countries and cultures.

Enjoy the scenic Ring of Kerry, follow the sounds of haunting bagpipes in Edinburgh’s quirky quarters, and quote famous verse as you stroll around Shakespeare’s birthplace in the English countryside.

With a compass pointed toward enlightenment and enchantment, this vacation to Ireland and Britain is overflowing with seaside scenery, Highland history, and cobblestone charisma.

10/09/2024

NEW Tour for 2025: The Heart of Ireland (GP)

10 Day Tour from Dublin to Dublin

Starting from $2649 per person. Airfare not included. 2025 or 2026 dates open to book with low deposits and final payment due 60 days prior to departure!

This relaxed 10-day tour combines many lesser visited parts of Ireland with some of the must-see iconic locations.

The delights of Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, Killarney, and Galway are combined with more remote and unique experiences.

Hear from an expert about the ancient Gaelic sport of hurling and take the chance to hit a few “sliotars” yourself; take a boat ride over to the tiny island of Cape Clear where one of its 110 inhabitants will tell all about their life; make (and eat) your own scones and watch a sheep dog at work at a typical Irish farm; have lunch in an Irish pub; and hear about the ancient art of whiskey distilling at a modern distillery at the cutting edge of 21st century sustainability!

You’ll leave with your Irish Heart filled!

10/09/2024

Something tantalizing is always cooking in Chicago, and the dishes at these ten eateries lead the pack.

Chicago has you covered for a wealth of world cuisine, whether you're craving authentic deep-dish pizza, rich and smoky gumbo or flavor-packed tacos.