Houston Vacations, Houston Vacation Reviews, Tourism Guide

Houston Vacation Guide

Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and it is the largest city in Texas. It was founded on August 30, 1836 by Augustus Chapman Allen and John Kirby Allen. Much of the city is only about 50 feet above sea level, and is relatively flat.

A traveler to Houston must remember it is near the coast and semi-tropical. Southern pines and oaks can be found growing next to palm trees and other tropical flora. Summer mornings average about 90% humidity. While it averages between 89(F) to 94(F) over the summer, the other 8 months of the year can be quite spectacular, with 70s (F) well into December. Most water based activities like boating, skiing and pools are in full swing by April.

While Houston is LARGE, the public transportation system is extremely limited. If you have a friend/relative here then you should be OK - but if you're just flying in and planning on using public transit, you're in for an unpleasant surprise.

(Galveston and Kemah suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Ike 9/2008)

Galveston is an hour drive south if you want to hit the beach. Take a stroll in The Strand Historical District, especially in February with Galveston's Mardi Gras. Even closer to downtown, the Kemah Boardwalk is only a 30 minute drive --- unbelievable seafood, rides, curio shops, and games! The NASA Johnson Space Center, NASA's Mission Control, is located just minutes from the Kemah Boardwalk.

Be sure to catch the Rodeo in Feb!