Joey Held is a writer and author and the founder of Fun Fact Friyay. He’s regularly planning travel adventures and encourages exploring new places with curiosity and kindness.
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Latest from Joey Held
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9 places to make a splash in North Texas this summer
DFW has no shortage of impressive pools to make your summer a little cooler. Here are some of our favorite spots around the city.
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12 day trips just a short drive from Houston
You can drive to all of the places in our guide within an hour and a half, making Houston a terrific hotspot for day trips to remember.
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Juneteenth in Houston: From 1865 to 2025
This Juneteenth marks 160 years since the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas. Learn how the holiday has evolved and what Houston events to attend.
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8 ways to prepare for hurricane season in Texas
We’re approaching the start of hurricane season in Texas. The safest route is to plan ahead before a storm is on the horizon—here’s where to start.
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12 DFW businesses to support during AAPI Month (& all year long!)
May is AAPI Month. To honor the contributions of these communities, we’re highlighting 12 Dallas-Fort Worth businesses worth visiting.
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The oldest buildings in Houston that are still standing
We’re taking a tour through time, exploring some of the most historic buildings in Houston. Which ones have survived as the city evolves?
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Fun in the sun: 20 Houston events happening this summer
From taco and craft beer festivals to a Fourth of July party, you won’t want to miss these Houston events happening in summer 2025.
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‘Titanic: The Exhibition’ and 5 other awesome exhibits in Dallas
Step aboard “Titanic: The Exhibition,” a true-to-life recreation of one of the most popular ships in history—and learn plenty of new things along the way.
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Where to wander through wildflowers in Dallas-Fort Worth
The DFW area is home to a gorgeous array of wildflowers. Follow our guide to learn the best locations to see them and some of the varieties you’ll find.
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The 10 best spots for burgers in Houston (according to Yelp)
Offering a variety of thin smash burgers and meaty behemoths you can barely get your mouth around, these Houston burger joints are worth a visit.
