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An Oklahoma museum that celebrates the history of the "Mother Road."

Local artists have long claimed these highway pylons as a place to celebrate Mexican-American history through artwork.

West African flavors shine at this unassuming strip mall spot in southwest Houston.

Cantonese comfort food is on the menu at this Asiatown mainstay.

Some of the best Chinese-Vietnamese fusion can be found at outposts of this homegrown empire.

This South-by-South-Asian restaurant serves up Indian-spiced Southern fried chicken and a Desi-style pastrami.

Houston’s oldest continuously-operating Tex-Mex restaurant has been a community hub since 1941.

Originally brought to Texas by Czech settlers, these sweet and savory pastries are an essential local breakfast staple.

Look no further than this local institution for the best East Texas–style barbecue.

Viet-Cajun is a true hybrid cuisine that evolved in Houston and at this Asiatown mainstay, there’s more to it than just crawfish.

A terrace reminiscent of Rome's Spanish Steps is tucked away in a little park in Washington, D.C.

What started as a tailor shop to help swimmers live their mermaid dreams has grown into a full-scale aquarium, complete with live mermaid shows.

Explore the history of printing in this unique museum owned by a longtime printer.

A hidden paradise in one of Florida’s most unique rivers.

The mounds on this coastal archaeological site reveal the history of the land’s first inhabitants.

This natural spring is the winter home to the largest gathering of manatees in the world.

At Houston’s longest-running restaurant, find a classic oyster stew beloved by a former U.S. President.

Venture from downtown Houston to the suburb of Katy for stellar Malaysian food.

A town half-submerged in volcanic mud has become a pilgrimage site for devotees of one of the tragedy's victims.

Keen eyes can find the Disney influences throughout this treasure trove of a tiki bar.

Explore a wealth of fossils in one of the most prolific dig sites in North America.

This high-desert oasis spotlights some of Colorado’s most sacred native plants.

Let Ouray’s tallest waterfall sweep your breath away on a dealer’s choice of scenic hikes.

This supper club is a slice of old Las Vegas.