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Travel & Outdoors |

September 8, 2022

Tyler Comes Into Bloom as a Weekend Destination

Stop and smell its famous roses, yes—but this East Texas city offers more to enjoy, including a delightful dining scene.

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Guests at Hotel Ritual in Jacksonville participate in a burning bowl ceremony.

Travel & Outdoors |

April 14, 2022

What Year Is It? New Age Meets Days of Yore in This East Texas Hotel and Spa.

At the charming Hotel Ritual in small-town Jacksonville, you can tap into any frequency you wish.

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Where To Stay Now |

June 11, 2021

Where to Stay, Eat, and Retreat in East Texas

In Jacksonville, Palestine, and Tyler, local entrepreneurs cater to tourists looking for luxury (and a very fine slice of pie) amid the Piney Woods farms and fields.

By Diana Spechler

The interior of Bodacious Bar-B-Q on August 29, 2019.

July 22, 2020

Tyler State Park: Where to Sleep and Eat

Rough it—or not—and make sure to get some barbecue.

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Travel & Outdoors |

May 12, 2016

The Best Texas Hotel Awards

The most superlative amenities at the state's top getaways.

By Jordan Breal

Travel & Outdoors |

March 10, 2016

The Ultimate Texas Road Trip

And the apps to download before you go.

By Jordan Breal

Travel & Outdoors |

August 20, 2015

Six Must-Attend Events: August 20-27

The state's top offerings, from Gary Clark Jr.'s Austin City Limits taping to a view of Cuba in Dallas.

By Michael Hoinski

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