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The Travel Mom offers travel tips for women
Read full article: The Travel Mom offers travel tips for womenYou can say she’s got one of the best jobs in the world. Emily Kaufman, or “The Travel Mom” as we know her here on Houston Life, travels the world and shares her best tips and recommendations with all of us.

Houston airports say ‘Konnichiwa’ to ZIPAIR: Inaugural flight to Tokyo takes off!
Read full article: Houston airports say ‘Konnichiwa’ to ZIPAIR: Inaugural flight to Tokyo takes off!Exciting news has landed at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with the inaugural flight of ZIPAIR, connecting Houston to the dazzling lights of Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). ZIPAIR has officially become Houston’s first international long-haul low-cost airline, operating four flights a week to the Land of the Rising Sun.

How Houston drivers can get ice off their windshield (without a scraper)
Read full article: How Houston drivers can get ice off their windshield (without a scraper)Alright, Houston, buckle up. We’re about to experience that part of winter we usually relish - and sometimes even laugh at - for our friends and family up north.
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The Travel Mom: Experience unlimited-luxury at DREAMS Estrella del Mar Mazatlán Golf & Spa Resort
Read full article: The Travel Mom: Experience unlimited-luxury at DREAMS Estrella del Mar Mazatlán Golf & Spa ResortWhen it comes to fun in the sun, Emily Kaufman, The Travel Mom, knows all about where we should go for a relaxing luxury vacation.

Essential travel safety tips for college women in Texas
Read full article: Essential travel safety tips for college women in TexasNavigating college life in Texas often involves late-night study sessions, social events, and solo travel. While these experiences are part of the college adventure, they can also pose safety risks, particularly for women.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Two-vehicle crash at Holzworth, Louetta Road causes delays in north Harris County
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Two-vehicle crash at Holzworth, Louetta Road causes delays in north Harris CountyA two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Holzworth and Louetta Road has closed eastbound Louetta Road in north Harris County, leading to traffic delays.

Travelers seeking out 'townsizing' destinations in 2025
Read full article: Travelers seeking out 'townsizing' destinations in 2025. Learn why more and more travelers are choosing to skip the big city experience for a small-town getaway offering a more relaxing, comfortable, and nature-focused experience.

Set sail on your next vacation with The Travel Mom
Read full article: Set sail on your next vacation with The Travel MomIn honor of National Plan A Vacation Day, The Travel Mom - Emily Kaufman shares why cruising is one of her favorite ways to vacation and why now is also a great time to book your next trip.

‘The storm’s impact could be substantial’: Houston closes airports as city braces for winter storm
Read full article: ‘The storm’s impact could be substantial’: Houston closes airports as city braces for winter stormThe City of Houston is preparing for the potential impacts of an incoming winter storm, which has prompted the decision to close its airports.

REAL ID in Texas: Answering FAQs ahead of May 2025 deadline
Read full article: REAL ID in Texas: Answering FAQs ahead of May 2025 deadlineIf you plan on traveling this year, you might want to make sure you have access to your REAL ID. And if this is your first time hearing about it, then we will do our best to catch you up to speed before the May 2025 deadline.

Dangerous winter weather could impact Cotton Bowl travel plans in Texas
Read full article: Dangerous winter weather could impact Cotton Bowl travel plans in TexasDangerous winter weather, including snow, black ice, and sleet, is expected to impact travel plans for the Cotton Bowl in Texas, particularly in Dallas and Arlington.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Emergency roadwork on I-10 eastbound closes multiple lanes
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Emergency roadwork on I-10 eastbound closes multiple lanesEmergency roadwork on I-10 East Freeway eastbound at the Holland exit has closed multiple lanes, causing delays expected to last until 3 PM.

Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport ground stop lifted after thunderstorm warnings
Read full article: Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport ground stop lifted after thunderstorm warningsSevere thunderstorms in the Houston area have caused significant disruptions at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, resulting in a ground stop for all departures until 5:15 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

American Airlines blames ‘vendor technology issue’ for briefly grounding Christmas Eve flights
Read full article: American Airlines blames ‘vendor technology issue’ for briefly grounding Christmas Eve flights"We're currently experiencing a technical issue with all American Airlines flights," the airline said in a post on X.

Deck the halls, not the highways: Houston traffic survival tips this weekend
Read full article: Deck the halls, not the highways: Houston traffic survival tips this weekendThis weekend in Houston, the roads are expected to be packed with activity as residents and visitors travel in and out of town, while others engage in last-minute Christmas and holiday shopping.

Traveling for the holidays? New screeners at Hobby Airport mean faster TSA lines just in time for Christmas travel
Read full article: Traveling for the holidays? New screeners at Hobby Airport mean faster TSA lines just in time for Christmas travelFlying through Houston this holiday season? You'll love the new changes at William P. Hobby Airport!

Houston airports brace for 3.4 million passengers amid holiday rush
Read full article: Houston airports brace for 3.4 million passengers amid holiday rushHouston Airports is preparing for a record-breaking holiday travel season, expecting 3.4 million passengers at George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport from Dec. 19 to Jan. 6 — a 7% increase from last year.

Is your Stanley mug part of the recall? Find out about the burn hazard
Read full article: Is your Stanley mug part of the recall? Find out about the burn hazardIf you’ve got a Stanley travel mug sitting in your kitchen or office, you might want to check it out—Stanley is recalling about 2.6 million of their Switchback and Trigger Action travel mugs due to a burn hazard.

Travel expert Gabe Saglie shares why Malta should be on your bucket list
Read full article: Travel expert Gabe Saglie shares why Malta should be on your bucket listTravel expert Gabe Saglie and his team compiled a list of top travel destinations for 2025. First on the list is the beautiful island of Malta in the Mediterranean Sea.

Traveling for Thanksgiving: Take a seat as we fly on the busiest holiday of the year
Read full article: Traveling for Thanksgiving: Take a seat as we fly on the busiest holiday of the yearThe lines are long, the parking spaces are limited and the highways are jammed up. Thanksgiving travel season has arrived.

BBB warns of holiday travel scams: How to spot fake websites and protect your money
Read full article: BBB warns of holiday travel scams: How to spot fake websites and protect your moneyAs millions of travelers prepare to hit the skies for Thanksgiving, the Houston Airports System is bracing for an influx of around 2.2 million passengers. But this busy travel season also brings a surge in travel scams, and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning passengers to stay vigilant.