If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. From museums to Tex-Mex, sports games to space exploration. Read on for our recommendations for the 20 best things to do on your visit to Houston, Texas. Credit:Getty Images/bullcreekstudio There, you’ll find an enticing mix of mediums and exhibits always rotating. Visitors can climb aboard replica vessels and even do simulated rocket launches. General admission is free on a first-come, first-serve basis on Tuesday evenings....

From cigars to sunshine, art to architecture, here’s how to spend your time in Tampa. Getty Images To say that Tampa is enjoying a renaissance is an understatement. Ive lived in Tampa for nearly 25 years. Credit:Getty Images Here are my recommendations for the best things to do in Tampa, Florida. Ybor City Museums A quick (free! Tampa Riverwalk Meander along the 2.6-mileTampa Riverwalkthat runs along the Hillsborough River through downtown Tampa....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Robbie Caponetto Hospitality is a hallmark of our region, but people define it in different ways. Is it a conversation in the checkout line? Alexe van Beuren with her husband Kagan Coughlin, owners of The B.T.C. Old-Fashioned Grocery Store.Credit:Robbie Caponetto A bartender who knows your order before you sit down? The way a community welcomes people who are just passing through?...

Kevin Garrett for VisitTheNorthshore.com Southerners are known throughout the world for being friendly. That said, some places in our region go above and beyond when it comes to friendliness. The survey was fielded from July 12 to August 23, 2023, and had more than 20,000 respondents. Credit:Kevin Garrett for VisitTheNorthshore.com Fernandina Beach, Florida According to our readers, Fernandina is a little slice of Old Florida paradise. And, not surprisingly, spending time in paradise tends to put people in a good mood....

From sandy beaches to mountain summits to sparkling lakes, Virginia just seems to have it all. When you want lake life and quaint towns, it’s got that, too. Take a seat on one of the wooden benches at the overlookyouve earned itand soak it all in. Take in the sunset over Cape Charles Harbor from Shanty seafood restaurant.Credit:Robbie Caponetto In spring and fall, the elk viewing tours are unforgettable. More than a half-dozen tasting rooms call Middleburg home, including Boxwood Estate Winery and Greenhill Vineyards....

Meals are served with a side of nostalgia at these classic spots. When that inner craving calls for a good old-fashionedburger, chances are you already have a place in mind. These are the places that have been around since our parents and grandparents were kids. Credit:Robbie Caponetto Theyre the places where weve made memories near and dear to our hearts. Here we celebrated 20 of the Souths most beloved burger restaurants....

Make room in the cooler for pimiento cheese, chicken salad, and more. Every beach goer recognizes the difference between a grocery list and the beach grocery list. Just don’t forget to pack the chips, crackers, and veggie sticks. Credit:Fred Hardy; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke “Bates House of Turkeysalad and sandwich meat in Greenville, Alabama.” We could not agree more. I dropped one in the sand one time....

From Texas to Virginia, these coastal towns are picture perfect. Robbie Caponetto There are many reasons to fall in love with aparticular beach. It could be a haven for shell-seekers. Credit:Robbie Caponetto Or the perfect place to catch some waves. Maybe the sand feels extra soft between your toes. Some of the most picturesque shorelines in the country are these spots found throughout the Southern coasts. Credit: ROBBIE CAPONETTO; PROP STYLING: RACHAEL BURROW; HAIR AND MAKEUP: CELINE RUSSELL/ZENOBIA...

Lets leave the past in the past. Nowadays, however, the ease isnt a compelling enough reason to adorn our walls with it. That said, shes never been a fan of the technique in general, and here’s why. Credit:Getty Images Cathleen Gruver is the Lead Interior Designer atGruver Cooleyin Northern Virginia. In a space like aliving roomorbedroomwhere you want to unwind, youll end up with the opposite experience. The same concept applies to a spaces overall palette....

Out front, a live oak stretches its moss-covered limbs, reaching towards the neighboring farm. Behind, Abbapoola Creek laps the marshy shoreline, welcoming abundant wildlife. Read on to meet the Palmetto State visionaries who brought our salty, storied Idea House to life. The marsh grass changes hues through the seasons. She brought the nature-informed plan to life alongside senior designerNatalie Whicker. If it had been here forever, this is how it would have grown....

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Candles dont have to be boring. Credit:Southern Living / Kristin Kempa To give you some ideas, we present the Blue Jean candle from Capri Blue. Crisp bergamot, luscious white flowers, musk, and patchouli are blended together to create this memorable candle. Once the recipient is done with using it, they can use the jar to store household items....

It’s the most decadent time of the year! (And many of them are evenmake-ahead.) Topped with a smooth chocolate glaze enhanced with coffee, it’s the perfect after-dinner treat. Credit: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Kathleen Varner This one has layers of spiced chocolate cake, marshmallow topping, and ganache. Flourless Chocolate Cake This gluten-free cake is moist, dark, and rich. Serve thin slivers topped with sweetened whipped cream and berries for a delicious end to a rich meal....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. From cozy autumn hues to Thanksgiving-worthy shades. The super dark green has enough cloudy gray in it to feel like a neutral. OPI Espresso Your Inner Self.Credit:OPI Essie Full Blast Say goodbye to rose and hello to merlot red. It’s the ultimate shade to welcome the coziest season. OPI Espresso Your Inner Self Meet the coolest new color of the entire autumn season....