A scientist would say that light is electromagnetic radiation that the eye sees. I like to define light in more romantic terms: the heart of a candle, the face of the moon, the luggage of a firefly. I ...

If you're looking for an explanation of the Marfa Lights, the mysterious, ghostly lights that have captivated residents and visitors alike in the West Texas town since at least 1883, you’ll come ...

Shannon Sims, a Texan and longtime contributor to the Travel section, is based in Houston. Deep in the high desert of Far West Texas, an hour’s drive from the Mexican border, sits a little jewel: ...

Out in West Texas, travelers will find an eclectic mix of small towns. Steeped in history, Marfa is home to about 2,000 people and serves as the county seat for Presidio County. It started as a water ...