Travel

Allen is known for its high school sports. But with revitalization in the works, this 26.5 mile town offers shopping, dining, and events galore. Here’s where to start.

When designer Chad Dorsey and builder Kurt Bielawski need a break from the daily grind, they fly to their getaway on San Juan Island. They take us around town and inside their home away from home.

In 1970, after her parents sold their brake-repair business in Dallas,15-year-old Jane Saginaw went with her family on a monthslong trip to see the world. The journey was made more complicated by her wheelchair-bound mother, a polio survivor.

If you plan on spending the day in Lewisville, expect to feel transported. The town is revitalized, with the once-dead Vista Ridge Mall transformed into a bustling Asian market. Plus, a cheap date night on wheels.

Lake Ray Hubbard takes center stage in this former cattle town. From scenic boat rides to a slice of pie heaven, here’s what you shouldn't miss on your next visit to Rockwall.