From 2001-2014, I happily called Houston home. As America’s fourth largest city, Houston offers everything one would expect from a major city, but with traditional Texan charm. Big oil has built this city, which is reflected in downtown’s skyscrapers. However, Houston isn’t all business.
Having called Houston home since 2002, you’d think that I’ve experienced all that the city has to offer. In reality, I’ve only scratched the surface. As America’s fourth largest city, Houston is often overlooked as a tourist destination. I’m here to tell you, the Bayou City has a lot going for it. Houston was named […]
Often overshadowed by Austin for its funky vibe, San Antonio for its historical and tourism value, and Dallas for its cosmopolitan reputation, Houston has all of those qualities and more.
All great cities have great parks. New York’s Central Park, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, and Chicago’s Millennium Park are just a few of the best urban parks in the United States. But what does Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city, have to offer? You might be surprised.
World’s largest this. World’s largest that. When it comes to Texas and Texans, we love all things big. So, eighty years ago when Houston began their livestock show and rodeo, it’s no surprise that it (HLSR) became the world’s largest in both categories.
A couple of years ago I was killing time at Borders Books prior to a meeting. As always, I went directly to the travel section. I scanned the latest guide books for my obsession de jour, and then moved on to the travel memoirs. Mixed in with the latest Frances Mayes and Bill Bryson books, […]
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