27 Eylül 2012 Perşembe

10 Creative Date Ideas For Couples

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If you need a few creative date ideas for Houston couples because your hubby, wife or significant other is beginning to think that “The perfect date is like Communism, it sounds great in theory, but it in practice it doesn’t work out.”

Try these fast and easy ways to transform a typical night together into a romantic rendezvous.



Are there some things that you used to love doing that you haven't done in a long time ? Things that once were fun stuff the two of you did together. They make good starting points for memorable evenings. Reconnecting with people, places and things from the past can liven up a blase evening. Our newest list describes 10 creative ways to woo your loved one.

                                                             Couple's Bucket List
  Sit down together and create a list of things the both of you would love to do together. They can be big or small!  Plus, this is a great way for you to uncover more ways to spend time together to do the things  from the bucket list!

                                                               Recreate your first Date
  Think back to your first date together. Them dazzle your mate by recreating it!  Some of the things that must be include are those sweet gestures, major flirting, and of course the good night kiss!



                                                               Costume party for Two
 Dress up like your favorite characters from a movie, cartoon or fantasy Be bold and take to the streets in your costume. If that’s too wild for you to consider, just strutting around the house in them for a few hours can still lead to action packed adventures.

                                                               Movie Marathon

Pick out a bunch of your favorite movies, get out the pajamas, scooby snacks and snuggle up on the couch for a complete day of watching great movies with the one you love.


                                                                 Themed date Night.
 A themed party (Dracula, Superman, Spongebob ect.) can get the two of you fired-up for a good-time. Find a movie, food and even outfits in sync with the theme and"Voila" your imaginative event will ignite your passions and make them burn until all that remains are  smoldering embers of love.

let your mate know how much you value them as a ride or die partner on this journey through life 


                                                              Walking Tour
 Walks are not just for exercising. A date can include a long slow arm in arm walking tour. Pick an interesting historical area, an entertainment district or any place the two of you have never visited. This  an enchanting way to spend down time with your other half.


                                                             The hunting Trip
  This is not your daddy's hunt and shooting outing, but one where you will be hunting for a utilitarian gift for each other. Something you would not leave home without, a fragrance, belt or a purse.

 Each time your spouse uses the gift it will remind them of you and the creative date you spent searching for just the perfect gift. What you may really end up finding is the button that turns your mate from laid back into a lust puppy.



                                                             Poetry in the Park.
  A quick and easy amorous way to spend time together is as simple as grabbing your favorite book of prose, a sonnet, haiku or original poetry, along with a blanket some bug spray and a picnic basket full of good eats.

 If the two of you read aloud to each other with fervor, sincerity and emotion, it won’t take long before excitement, love and happiness spills forth from yonder pages into the young hearts burning in the park.


                                                             Singing and Supper
  Singing their favorite song in public can be a romantic turn on for your partner when performed in a quaint setting like a Karaoke bar. Don’t just mouth the words, get into character and/or dress up for the part ( splurge on a costume, Elvis, Madonna ect).

 Be sure and show off some off your most provocative dance steps,  before whisking away for an after the show meal.

  

                                                               Rooftop Romance
 Instead of people watching why not observe the evening break into night or the stars take their places in the moonlit sky. Houston has several restaurants with rooftop seating that provides a glorious view up and away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

 Open City Rooftop Bistro Bar and Skyline Bar & Grill are a few well known rooftop restaurants.

                                                              Dinner for Two
 The budget crunch doesn't have to putt a damper on your romance. Your dining room can become an intimate restaurant for two. Break away from your everyday dinner routine and escape into a night of fun and flirting.

 Prepare a written menu of your favorite comfort foods. Each one has to be paid for with affection instead of cash, (i.e. a glass of wine cost two bear hugs, a glass of water a peck on the cheek). Serve each dish with lots of zeal and creativity and by the end of the meal you might collect a hefty gratuity for services performed.

 
These are just 10 of the many  creative date ideas that can spice up your night instead of the same old tired “dinner and a movie” routine! We all need to put a little more forethought into the valuable time we spend together. If you play your cards right your spouse, lover or significant other will become excited every time the word date night is mentioned!

 Keep it simple. Don’t try to plan or prepare something super fancy, it’s the little things that mean the most to us. Never ruin a good evening by talking about the worries of home, health and work. Save that stuff for later and spend as much time as possible on each date spoiling each other and letting your mate know how much you value them as a ride or die partner on this journey through life.


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25 Eylül 2012 Salı

Things To Do On Vacation in Houston

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A vacation in Houston can be a viable alternative when your dreams say Caribbean holiday, but your budget does not. Your body, mind and spirit can be quickly revitalized, rejuvenated and refreshed readying you to take on the world after visiting one of the water parks, resort hotels or other vacation spots in Houston.

They are as close to you as Bellaire’s Town Square Family Aquatic Center or a short drive to Schlitterbahn on Galveston Island. Some of these funtastic vacation destinations are thoughtfully designed to include white sand, moving water and other realistic waterfront aspects. The attractions are skillfully blended into the surrounding area to take advantage of its natural beauty and create unimposing man-made water features.

Here’s the list of some of the local water parks and resorts where the F U N can include YOU in the Bayou City.

  • Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
  • Splashtown: I-45 North, Spring
  • Pirates Bay Baytown, Tx
  • Schlitterbahn - Galveston Island
  • Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS- Galveston
  • Wake Nation Houston - Rosharian
  • Woodlands Resort & Conference Center

Houston Hotels with Water Parks


Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS:
1 Hope Boulevard,
Galveston,

Everyone's idea of the perfect summer vacation for a group or family includes some facetime at the beach. If you crave the beach, but dread being circled by sharks, jellyfish stings and tracking sand into your car you can hang out at this fabulous waterpark with a hotel and resort.

Features include:
  • A 650-linear-foot Lazy River section,
  • A Wave Pool
  • Two 18-foot enclosed tower slides and lots more refreshing water attractions.

COST: Ages 4-59 $23.95
Ages 4- 12 $17.95
More details available 1-800-582-4673 resort website

Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
2301 North Millbend Drive
The Woodlands

If your dream is a vacation complete with room service then look no further than the
Woodlands Resort. You can have an oasis of fun at their family-friendly water wonderland is reserved for registered hotel guests.

Your need for some R&R is excuse enough to warrant a stay at the resort. Even a weekend visit is plenty of time for "dive-in" movies, racing down the double helix water slide and the underwater island a very popular features at this suburban water park.

Cost: Includes breakfast, bicycle rental for 4, Unlimited access to a Sauna, Steam Room, Whirlpool and the Forest Oasis Waterscape.
Approx $229.00 weekend
Get details on current availability and specials 1-800.433.2624 visit website

Getaways And Vacations In Houston


Most of the places on our list are ideal for a staycation or vacation in Houston and are open year around. A visit to them are a great cure for that steamy, sultry and sticky feeling left from day after day of temperatures that can hover near the 100’s, in the Lone Star state, any time of the year.

Don't fret because of the Texas heat or the dog days of summer. Use these tips anytime of year. On a simmering hot humid day they will anchor your plan for a daytrip or after a wicked week at work for a quick weekend getaway. These exhilarating and enjoyable environs can be equally refreshing as the cool temperatures, relaxing pools, and beautiful surroundings of a Caribbean resort in summer. Follow this link for more vacation and sightseeing in Houston ideas.

Information On Houston - Water Parks

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We collected the latest information on Houston water parks to help make it easier for Midtown Houston visitors and residents to plan a fun filled day of H2O, rest and relaxation. It includes facts about every kind of water attraction in the area from local aquatic centers to cable wave parks.

Some of the local water parks offer heated pools and extended hours and are open year-round, others just for spring and summer. We wanted to save you some time from having to look up details on one website at a time so we have included links to them along with their phone numbers so you can check the current hours of operation and other details at each venue.

Water Parks In Houston



Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
7001 Fifth St.
Bellaire, TX

This Houston suburb allows residents and non-residents to cool their heels in their water park. two pool complexes during the summer swim season, in addition to three great heated pools in the off season.


COST:
Ages 3-59 $10
Ages 60 & up $8
More details available Bellaire Parks and Recreation 713-662-8280  http://www.ci.bellaire.tx.us/index.aspx?NID=721

Rob Fleming Aquatic Center
6535 Creekside Forest Dr.
The Woodlands



If your plans take you North of Houston the water park in the Woodlands is an economical place where you can chill-lax in the cool waters of a lazy river, swimming pool with lap lanes, water play structures and water slides.



COST:
48 inches and taller: $10
Under 48 inches tall: $8
Cash or check only .
281-210-3950 http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/facilities.aspx?page=detail&RID=13

Splashtown:
21300 I-45 North,
Spring


If you can only get a few hours off to get wet and wild in the water, this is the place for you. It will be tons of fun in the sun experiencing the water slides, raft rides and more including an interactive play area for children.




COST:
 48″ & taller Online Price-$30.99 ($5 off gate price)
48″-$27.99 48″-$27.99
More details available 281.355.3300 http://www.splashtownpark.com/plan-a-visit/tickets/

Pirates Bay
5300 East Road Baytown, Tx


A cool place for a family-friendly vacation in Houston is the Caribbean themed 3 acre water park Pirates Bay. It is equipped with body slides, matt racers and full of breathtaking water plunges, for outdoor fun. Coolers are welcome and free tubes and free parking makes it easy on your wallet.



COST:
 48″ & taller $17
Under 48″ $12
More details 281-422-1152 ttp://www.baytown.org/piratesbay/attractions.htm

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island
2026 Lockheed Dr
Galveston


An introduction to water parks should begin with this type of family-oriented destination outside of Houston. You will be thrilled and dazzled by water coasters, slides plus the Boogie Bahn surf ride. You can get a premium day pass with an all you can drink souvenir bottle or a no-frills pass for the use of all water rides and attractions, that covers the use of inner tubes, life vests and body boards. too



COST:
12 - 54 years $43.99
Ages 3- 11 $33.50
Seniors- 11 $33.50

Get details for current operating days and hours
409.770.9283, ext. 4100 http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/get-tickets


Wake Nation Houston
4411 County Road 418,
Rosharon, TX


Houston has a cable wake park where water-worshipers of any skill-level can try their hand at wakeboards, waterskiing and kneeboarding on a lake WITHOUT a boat.
You are welcome to participate or spectate and jcut watch the action out on the lake, You only pay for your ride time.




COST:
Includes beginner wakeboard, kneeboard or waterskis plus helmet & life jacket.
2 hours: $22.00
4 hours: $26.00
All Day: $30.00

Get details on lake conditions and hours (281) 431-4444 or visit http://wakenationhouston.com/

Facts About Houston Water Recreation Activities

In addition to water parks there are a lots of splash pads around the city. Many of them are free and ideal for smaller kids. The area has a wide variety of water-based family attractions including sandy beaches a few miles down the road in Galveston and plenty of spots for sport fishing on the lakes and rivers that traverse the area.

You'll discover that the information on Houston water parks you find here is right on time whether your desire is to leisurely float around in chest high water or spend an afternoon doing thrilling jumps and flips on a lake. The dress code at most places is liberal but make sure to bring along some comfortable walking shoes for traveling to and fro.

Before plunging knee-deep into your trip plans it’s a good idea to contact the parks to see if you can lower your cost with a group package or a seasonal special. Many of them also have family packages and military discounts.
Related information:




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Information About Houston

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If you are searching for useful information about Houston for your next visit you have come to the right place. You can use our handy mobile-friendly Guide To Houston or this four part post to get started exploring the place affectionately called "Space City. Texas".




Facts About Houston Cultural Activities


Houston has more than 500 cultural, visual and performing arts organizations. There are more than 90 venues devoted to multicultural and minority art which provides visitors a unique cultural balance between contemporary works and the classics.

There is always plenty of live dramatic and musical theater to experience in Houston. The Alley and Ensemble are two of the nations most notable theater companies.

The Alley is one of the country's three oldest resident theaters while The Ensemble is the largest African-American professional theater company in the U S. Other groundbreaking artistic projects include:

Shunya Theater Houston's premier South Asian theater troupe!

The exciting Gente de Teatro which entertains the Houston community through the passion and emotions of Spanish and Latin American theater.

More information on Houston



Travel In And Around Houston

From catching taxis to riding trains here’s the scoop on getting around in the nation's’ 4th largest city.



Discounts On Things To Do In Houston

Get discounted tickets for your family or group at the zoo, museums and other fun places to visit in Houston.



Fairs And Festivals

Each year the city host to some of the top art, film and book festivals in the country. We have got the details on them, just for you.



Fun Places In Houston

Take a look at these cool places where you can experience a funky good time H-town- style.



Daytrips And Getaways

Here is a list of the some of the family friendly, exciting things to do around town.

Vacationing in Houston

There are plenty of fantastic things you can do when you visit the city on vacation. You can get started with this list containing some of them.


Now that you are armed with firsthand information about Houston, you will be able to properly explore and experience the bayou city. Both your emotions and intellect will be challenged as you encounter the past, present, and discover the future. Local residents are friendly and quick to display their Southern hospitality so don’t hesitate to ask for directions or other questions during your journey.

FYI (Weather Conditions)


The city is 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico which provides the area with a marine or semi-tropical climate that does a fickle dance. On any given day the weather can have a large variation in the range of the daily temperatures. It is notorious for quickly changing from hot and steamy into a flash flood.

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Romantic Things For Houston Couples To Do

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In a perfect world, there would be a variety of romantic things for Houston couples to do everyday and turning romantic sparks into flames would be free or inexpensive, and the list is printed on the back of every guy’s hand.

I have made it almost that easy for Houston couples by gathering lots of free date ideas, and inexpensive fun places to go for dates that will not empty your wallet. I’m sure you will find a variety of fun, exciting, and romantic things that you and your loved one will find enjoyable. Anyway, here it goes!




Go on a Walking Tour Houston is filled with interesting historical sites and places that are oozing with Texas culcha where you can take self-guided walking tours. “Jesse Jones Park” and “Downtown Houston” in the “Historical District” section are two good starting points.

Share photographs with others. Sign up for a free account online, with Photobucket, Flickr or other free photo sharing sites, then upload some of your pictures you want to share with others or build an online family photo album.

Organize a Potluck Call up a few of your friends and have a potluck dinner, break out some playing cards, board games and video games to keep the fun going

Have a Mini-film Festival. Invite some friends/family over and have them each bring one of their favorite DVDs. View them, have discussions and even rate them.

Take digital photographs. Take out that seldom use Digital or SLR camera and hit the road taking pictures of anything you and your sweet thang find interesting.


Call a few family members/old friends. It could be anyone you haven’t seen nor spoken to in a while We’re always thinking about our old buddies/kinfolk and wondering how they’re doing. Seldom do we take the time to catch up with them. Its a great way to firm up an old relationship. This can and is always a blast.

Have a yard sale. This can be a lucrative way for Houston couples to spend time together as they sort through things, coming across items that are sure to send you both back down memory lane. This also gives Houston couples an excuse to finally clean out the garage. It will be like having a heavy load taken off your shoulders, when you get rid of unwanted stuff from your closets. For our older “still much in love” couples; it's perfect for getting rid of all the children’s old stuff they refused to take with them when they moved out.

Wander around the hood. Grab a couple bottles of water and a few scooby snacks and head out your front door. Go in whichever direction that looks the most interesting.

Go on a bike tour. You probably have a bicycle and a helmet in your garage or closet, then you already have everything you need for some good exercise and good fun. If you don't have a bike Tour de Hood regularly organizes bike tours in Houston, complete with everything you need.

Visit a Botanical Garden in your area. Fragrant flowers are always blooming in one of the dozens of Botanical Gardens in Houston. The best known are in: Hermann Park, Mercer Arboretum and Houston Arboretum .


This list is not written in stone and these aren't the only romantic things for Houston couples to do we have to recommend. It’s just a basic outline to stir up your creativity. We have some other exciting stuff for couples in Houston coming your way real soon.

I don’t expect everyone to find everything on this list fun, “I can think of lots of activities that other’s consider to be fun, that doesn’t quite float my boat”. But you will be able to find something here that will strike a chord and resonate with you and your lover. One last tip. You can print this nifty little list out and use it as for a romantic activities guide.


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23 Eylül 2012 Pazar

Things To Do On Vacation in Houston


A vacation in Houston can be a viable alternative when your dreams say Caribbean holiday, but your budget does not. Your body, mind and spirit can be quickly revitalized, rejuvenated and refreshed readying you to take on the world after visiting one of the water parks, resort hotels or other vacation spots in Houston.

They are as close to you as Bellaire’s Town Square Family Aquatic Center or a short drive to Schlitterbahn on Galveston Island. Some of these funtastic vacation destinations are thoughtfully designed to include white sand, moving water and other realistic waterfront aspects. The attractions are skillfully blended into the surrounding area to take advantage of its natural beauty and create unimposing man-made water features.

Here’s the list of some of the local water parks and resorts where the F U N can include YOU in the Bayou City.

  • Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
  • Splashtown: I-45 North, Spring
  • Pirates Bay Baytown, Tx
  • Schlitterbahn - Galveston Island
  • Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS- Galveston
  • Wake Nation Houston - Rosharian
  • Woodlands Resort & Conference Center

Houston Hotels with Water Parks


Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS:
1 Hope Boulevard,
Galveston,

Everyone's idea of the perfect summer vacation for a group or family includes some facetime at the beach. If you crave the beach, but dread being circled by sharks, jellyfish stings and tracking sand into your car you can hang out at this fabulous waterpark with a hotel and resort.

Features include:
  • A 650-linear-foot Lazy River section,
  • A Wave Pool
  • Two 18-foot enclosed tower slides and lots more refreshing water attractions.

COST: Ages 4-59 $23.95
Ages 4- 12 $17.95
More details available 1-800-582-4673 resort website

Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
2301 North Millbend Drive
The Woodlands

If your dream is a vacation complete with room service then look no further than the
Woodlands Resort. You can have an oasis of fun at their family-friendly water wonderland is reserved for registered hotel guests.

Your need for some R&R is excuse enough to warrant a stay at the resort. Even a weekend visit is plenty of time for "dive-in" movies, racing down the double helix water slide and the underwater island a very popular features at this suburban water park.

Cost: Includes breakfast, bicycle rental for 4, Unlimited access to a Sauna, Steam Room, Whirlpool and the Forest Oasis Waterscape.
Approx $229.00 weekend
Get details on current availability and specials 1-800.433.2624 visit website

Getaways And Vacations In Houston


Most of the places on our list are ideal for a staycation or vacation in Houston and are open year around. A visit to them are a great cure for that steamy, sultry and sticky feeling left from day after day of temperatures that can hover near the 100’s, in the Lone Star state, any time of the year.

Don't fret because of the Texas heat or the dog days of summer. Use these tips anytime of year. On a simmering hot humid day they will anchor your plan for a daytrip or after a wicked week at work for a quick weekend getaway. These exhilarating and enjoyable environs can be equally refreshing as the cool temperatures, relaxing pools, and beautiful surroundings of a Caribbean resort in summer. Follow this link for more vacation and sightseeing in Houston ideas.

Information On Houston - Water Parks



We collected the latest information on Houston water parks to help make it easier for Midtown Houston visitors and residents to plan a fun filled day of H2O, rest and relaxation. It includes facts about every kind of water attraction in the area from local aquatic centers to cable wave parks.

Some of the local water parks offer heated pools and extended hours and are open year-round, others just for spring and summer. We wanted to save you some time from having to look up details on one website at a time so we have included links to them along with their phone numbers so you can check the current hours of operation and other details at each venue.

Water Parks In Houston



Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
7001 Fifth St.
Bellaire, TX

This Houston suburb allows residents and non-residents to cool their heels in their water park. two pool complexes during the summer swim season, in addition to three great heated pools in the off season.


COST:
Ages 3-59 $10
Ages 60 & up $8
More details available Bellaire Parks and Recreation 713-662-8280  http://www.ci.bellaire.tx.us/index.aspx?NID=721

Rob Fleming Aquatic Center
6535 Creekside Forest Dr.
The Woodlands



If your plans take you North of Houston the water park in the Woodlands is an economical place where you can chill-lax in the cool waters of a lazy river, swimming pool with lap lanes, water play structures and water slides.



COST:
48 inches and taller: $10
Under 48 inches tall: $8
Cash or check only .
281-210-3950 http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/facilities.aspx?page=detail&RID=13

Splashtown:
21300 I-45 North,
Spring


If you can only get a few hours off to get wet and wild in the water, this is the place for you. It will be tons of fun in the sun experiencing the water slides, raft rides and more including an interactive play area for children.




COST:
 48″ & taller Online Price-$30.99 ($5 off gate price)
48″-$27.99 48″-$27.99
More details available 281.355.3300 http://www.splashtownpark.com/plan-a-visit/tickets/

Pirates Bay
5300 East Road Baytown, Tx


A cool place for a family-friendly vacation in Houston is the Caribbean themed 3 acre water park Pirates Bay. It is equipped with body slides, matt racers and full of breathtaking water plunges, for outdoor fun. Coolers are welcome and free tubes and free parking makes it easy on your wallet.



COST:
 48″ & taller $17
Under 48″ $12
More details 281-422-1152 ttp://www.baytown.org/piratesbay/attractions.htm

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island
2026 Lockheed Dr
Galveston


An introduction to water parks should begin with this type of family-oriented destination outside of Houston. You will be thrilled and dazzled by water coasters, slides plus the Boogie Bahn surf ride. You can get a premium day pass with an all you can drink souvenir bottle or a no-frills pass for the use of all water rides and attractions, that covers the use of inner tubes, life vests and body boards. too



COST:
12 - 54 years $43.99
Ages 3- 11 $33.50
Seniors- 11 $33.50

Get details for current operating days and hours
409.770.9283, ext. 4100 http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/get-tickets


Wake Nation Houston
4411 County Road 418,
Rosharon, TX


Houston has a cable wake park where water-worshipers of any skill-level can try their hand at wakeboards, waterskiing and kneeboarding on a lake WITHOUT a boat.
You are welcome to participate or spectate and jcut watch the action out on the lake, You only pay for your ride time.




COST:
Includes beginner wakeboard, kneeboard or waterskis plus helmet & life jacket.
2 hours: $22.00
4 hours: $26.00
All Day: $30.00

Get details on lake conditions and hours (281) 431-4444 or visit http://wakenationhouston.com/

Facts About Houston Water Recreation Activities

In addition to water parks there are a lots of splash pads around the city. Many of them are free and ideal for smaller kids. The area has a wide variety of water-based family attractions including sandy beaches a few miles down the road in Galveston and plenty of spots for sport fishing on the lakes and rivers that traverse the area.

You'll discover that the information on Houston water parks you find here is right on time whether your desire is to leisurely float around in chest high water or spend an afternoon doing thrilling jumps and flips on a lake. The dress code at most places is liberal but make sure to bring along some comfortable walking shoes for traveling to and fro.

Before plunging knee-deep into your trip plans it’s a good idea to contact the parks to see if you can lower your cost with a group package or a seasonal special. Many of them also have family packages and military discounts.
Related information:




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If you found this information useful tell somebody

Information About Houston

Family enjoying a day at the park(images courstey Google images)





If you are searching for useful information about Houston for your next visit you have come to the right place. You can use our handy mobile-friendly Guide To Houston or this four part post to get started exploring the place affectionately called "Space City. Texas".




Facts About Houston Cultural Activities


Houston has more than 500 cultural, visual and performing arts organizations. There are more than 90 venues devoted to multicultural and minority art which provides visitors a unique cultural balance between contemporary works and the classics.

There is always plenty of live dramatic and musical theater to experience in Houston. The Alley and Ensemble are two of the nations most notable theater companies.

The Alley is one of the country's three oldest resident theaters while The Ensemble is the largest African-American professional theater company in the U S. Other groundbreaking artistic projects include:

Shunya Theater Houston's premier South Asian theater troupe!

The exciting Gente de Teatro which entertains the Houston community through the passion and emotions of Spanish and Latin American theater.

More information on Houston



Travel In And Around Houston

From catching taxis to riding trains here’s the scoop on getting around in the nation's’ 4th largest city.



Discounts On Things To Do In Houston

Get discounted tickets for your family or group at the zoo, museums and other fun places to visit in Houston.



Fairs And Festivals

Each year the city host to some of the top art, film and book festivals in the country. We have got the details on them, just for you.



Fun Places In Houston

Take a look at these cool places where you can experience a funky good time H-town- style.



Daytrips And Getaways

Here is a list of the some of the family friendly, exciting things to do around town.

Vacationing in Houston

There are plenty of fantastic things you can do when you visit the city on vacation. You can get started with this list containing some of them.


Now that you are armed with firsthand information about Houston, you will be able to properly explore and experience the bayou city. Both your emotions and intellect will be challenged as you encounter the past, present, and discover the future. Local residents are friendly and quick to display their Southern hospitality so don’t hesitate to ask for directions or other questions during your journey.

FYI (Weather Conditions)


The city is 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico which provides the area with a marine or semi-tropical climate that does a fickle dance. On any given day the weather can have a large variation in the range of the daily temperatures. It is notorious for quickly changing from hot and steamy into a flash flood.

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Romantic Things For Houston Couples To Do




In a perfect world, there would be a variety of romantic things for Houston couples to do everyday and turning romantic sparks into flames would be free or inexpensive, and the list is printed on the back of every guy’s hand.

I have made it almost that easy for Houston couples by gathering lots of free date ideas, and inexpensive fun places to go for dates that will not empty your wallet. I’m sure you will find a variety of fun, exciting, and romantic things that you and your loved one will find enjoyable. Anyway, here it goes!




Go on a Walking Tour Houston is filled with interesting historical sites and places that are oozing with Texas culcha where you can take self-guided walking tours. “Jesse Jones Park” and “Downtown Houston” in the “Historical District” section are two good starting points.

Share photographs with others. Sign up for a free account online, with Photobucket, Flickr or other free photo sharing sites, then upload some of your pictures you want to share with others or build an online family photo album.

Organize a Potluck Call up a few of your friends and have a potluck dinner, break out some playing cards, board games and video games to keep the fun going

Have a Mini-film Festival. Invite some friends/family over and have them each bring one of their favorite DVDs. View them, have discussions and even rate them.

Take digital photographs. Take out that seldom use Digital or SLR camera and hit the road taking pictures of anything you and your sweet thang find interesting.


Call a few family members/old friends. It could be anyone you haven’t seen nor spoken to in a while We’re always thinking about our old buddies/kinfolk and wondering how they’re doing. Seldom do we take the time to catch up with them. Its a great way to firm up an old relationship. This can and is always a blast.

Have a yard sale. This can be a lucrative way for Houston couples to spend time together as they sort through things, coming across items that are sure to send you both back down memory lane. This also gives Houston couples an excuse to finally clean out the garage. It will be like having a heavy load taken off your shoulders, when you get rid of unwanted stuff from your closets. For our older “still much in love” couples; it's perfect for getting rid of all the children’s old stuff they refused to take with them when they moved out.

Wander around the hood. Grab a couple bottles of water and a few scooby snacks and head out your front door. Go in whichever direction that looks the most interesting.

Go on a bike tour. You probably have a bicycle and a helmet in your garage or closet, then you already have everything you need for some good exercise and good fun. If you don't have a bike Tour de Hood regularly organizes bike tours in Houston, complete with everything you need.

Visit a Botanical Garden in your area. Fragrant flowers are always blooming in one of the dozens of Botanical Gardens in Houston. The best known are in: Hermann Park, Mercer Arboretum and Houston Arboretum .


This list is not written in stone and these aren't the only romantic things for Houston couples to do we have to recommend. It’s just a basic outline to stir up your creativity. We have some other exciting stuff for couples in Houston coming your way real soon.

I don’t expect everyone to find everything on this list fun, “I can think of lots of activities that other’s consider to be fun, that doesn’t quite float my boat”. But you will be able to find something here that will strike a chord and resonate with you and your lover. One last tip. You can print this nifty little list out and use it as for a romantic activities guide.


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Things To Do On Vacation in Houston


A vacation in Houston can be a viable alternative when your dreams say Caribbean holiday, but your budget does not. Your body, mind and spirit can be quickly revitalized, rejuvenated and refreshed readying you to take on the world after visiting one of the water parks, resort hotels or other vacation spots in Houston.

They are as close to you as Bellaire’s Town Square Family Aquatic Center or a short drive to Schlitterbahn on Galveston Island. Some of these funtastic vacation destinations are thoughtfully designed to include white sand, moving water and other realistic waterfront aspects. The attractions are skillfully blended into the surrounding area to take advantage of its natural beauty and create unimposing man-made water features.

Here’s the list of some of the local water parks and resorts where the F U N can include YOU in the Bayou City.

  • Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
  • Splashtown: I-45 North, Spring
  • Pirates Bay Baytown, Tx
  • Schlitterbahn - Galveston Island
  • Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS- Galveston
  • Wake Nation Houston - Rosharian
  • Woodlands Resort & Conference Center

Houston Hotels with Water Parks


Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS:
1 Hope Boulevard,
Galveston,

Everyone's idea of the perfect summer vacation for a group or family includes some facetime at the beach. If you crave the beach, but dread being circled by sharks, jellyfish stings and tracking sand into your car you can hang out at this fabulous waterpark with a hotel and resort.

Features include:
  • A 650-linear-foot Lazy River section,
  • A Wave Pool
  • Two 18-foot enclosed tower slides and lots more refreshing water attractions.

COST: Ages 4-59 $23.95
Ages 4- 12 $17.95
More details available 1-800-582-4673 resort website

Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
2301 North Millbend Drive
The Woodlands

If your dream is a vacation complete with room service then look no further than the
Woodlands Resort. You can have an oasis of fun at their family-friendly water wonderland is reserved for registered hotel guests.

Your need for some R&R is excuse enough to warrant a stay at the resort. Even a weekend visit is plenty of time for "dive-in" movies, racing down the double helix water slide and the underwater island a very popular features at this suburban water park.

Cost: Includes breakfast, bicycle rental for 4, Unlimited access to a Sauna, Steam Room, Whirlpool and the Forest Oasis Waterscape.
Approx $229.00 weekend
Get details on current availability and specials 1-800.433.2624 visit website

Getaways And Vacations In Houston


Most of the places on our list are ideal for a staycation or vacation in Houston and are open year around. A visit to them are a great cure for that steamy, sultry and sticky feeling left from day after day of temperatures that can hover near the 100’s, in the Lone Star state, any time of the year.

Don't fret because of the Texas heat or the dog days of summer. Use these tips anytime of year. On a simmering hot humid day they will anchor your plan for a daytrip or after a wicked week at work for a quick weekend getaway. These exhilarating and enjoyable environs can be equally refreshing as the cool temperatures, relaxing pools, and beautiful surroundings of a Caribbean resort in summer. Follow this link for more vacation and sightseeing in Houston ideas.

Information On Houston - Water Parks



We collected the latest information on Houston water parks to help make it easier for Midtown Houston visitors and residents to plan a fun filled day of H2O, rest and relaxation. It includes facts about every kind of water attraction in the area from local aquatic centers to cable wave parks.

Some of the local water parks offer heated pools and extended hours and are open year-round, others just for spring and summer. We wanted to save you some time from having to look up details on one website at a time so we have included links to them along with their phone numbers so you can check the current hours of operation and other details at each venue.

Water Parks In Houston



Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
7001 Fifth St.
Bellaire, TX

This Houston suburb allows residents and non-residents to cool their heels in their water park. two pool complexes during the summer swim season, in addition to three great heated pools in the off season.


COST:
Ages 3-59 $10
Ages 60 & up $8
More details available Bellaire Parks and Recreation 713-662-8280  http://www.ci.bellaire.tx.us/index.aspx?NID=721

Rob Fleming Aquatic Center
6535 Creekside Forest Dr.
The Woodlands



If your plans take you North of Houston the water park in the Woodlands is an economical place where you can chill-lax in the cool waters of a lazy river, swimming pool with lap lanes, water play structures and water slides.



COST:
48 inches and taller: $10
Under 48 inches tall: $8
Cash or check only .
281-210-3950 http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/facilities.aspx?page=detail&RID=13

Splashtown:
21300 I-45 North,
Spring


If you can only get a few hours off to get wet and wild in the water, this is the place for you. It will be tons of fun in the sun experiencing the water slides, raft rides and more including an interactive play area for children.




COST:
 48″ & taller Online Price-$30.99 ($5 off gate price)
48″-$27.99 48″-$27.99
More details available 281.355.3300 http://www.splashtownpark.com/plan-a-visit/tickets/

Pirates Bay
5300 East Road Baytown, Tx


A cool place for a family-friendly vacation in Houston is the Caribbean themed 3 acre water park Pirates Bay. It is equipped with body slides, matt racers and full of breathtaking water plunges, for outdoor fun. Coolers are welcome and free tubes and free parking makes it easy on your wallet.



COST:
 48″ & taller $17
Under 48″ $12
More details 281-422-1152 ttp://www.baytown.org/piratesbay/attractions.htm

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island
2026 Lockheed Dr
Galveston


An introduction to water parks should begin with this type of family-oriented destination outside of Houston. You will be thrilled and dazzled by water coasters, slides plus the Boogie Bahn surf ride. You can get a premium day pass with an all you can drink souvenir bottle or a no-frills pass for the use of all water rides and attractions, that covers the use of inner tubes, life vests and body boards. too



COST:
12 - 54 years $43.99
Ages 3- 11 $33.50
Seniors- 11 $33.50

Get details for current operating days and hours
409.770.9283, ext. 4100 http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/get-tickets


Wake Nation Houston
4411 County Road 418,
Rosharon, TX


Houston has a cable wake park where water-worshipers of any skill-level can try their hand at wakeboards, waterskiing and kneeboarding on a lake WITHOUT a boat.
You are welcome to participate or spectate and jcut watch the action out on the lake, You only pay for your ride time.




COST:
Includes beginner wakeboard, kneeboard or waterskis plus helmet & life jacket.
2 hours: $22.00
4 hours: $26.00
All Day: $30.00

Get details on lake conditions and hours (281) 431-4444 or visit http://wakenationhouston.com/

Facts About Houston Water Recreation Activities

In addition to water parks there are a lots of splash pads around the city. Many of them are free and ideal for smaller kids. The area has a wide variety of water-based family attractions including sandy beaches a few miles down the road in Galveston and plenty of spots for sport fishing on the lakes and rivers that traverse the area.

You'll discover that the information on Houston water parks you find here is right on time whether your desire is to leisurely float around in chest high water or spend an afternoon doing thrilling jumps and flips on a lake. The dress code at most places is liberal but make sure to bring along some comfortable walking shoes for traveling to and fro.

Before plunging knee-deep into your trip plans it’s a good idea to contact the parks to see if you can lower your cost with a group package or a seasonal special. Many of them also have family packages and military discounts.
Related information:




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Information About Houston

Family enjoying a day at the park(images courstey Google images)





If you are searching for useful information about Houston for your next visit you have come to the right place. You can use our handy mobile-friendly Guide To Houston or this four part post to get started exploring the place affectionately called "Space City. Texas".




Facts About Houston Cultural Activities


Houston has more than 500 cultural, visual and performing arts organizations. There are more than 90 venues devoted to multicultural and minority art which provides visitors a unique cultural balance between contemporary works and the classics.

There is always plenty of live dramatic and musical theater to experience in Houston. The Alley and Ensemble are two of the nations most notable theater companies.

The Alley is one of the country's three oldest resident theaters while The Ensemble is the largest African-American professional theater company in the U S. Other groundbreaking artistic projects include:

Shunya Theater Houston's premier South Asian theater troupe!

The exciting Gente de Teatro which entertains the Houston community through the passion and emotions of Spanish and Latin American theater.

More information on Houston



Travel In And Around Houston

From catching taxis to riding trains here’s the scoop on getting around in the nation's’ 4th largest city.



Discounts On Things To Do In Houston

Get discounted tickets for your family or group at the zoo, museums and other fun places to visit in Houston.



Fairs And Festivals

Each year the city host to some of the top art, film and book festivals in the country. We have got the details on them, just for you.



Fun Places In Houston

Take a look at these cool places where you can experience a funky good time H-town- style.



Daytrips And Getaways

Here is a list of the some of the family friendly, exciting things to do around town.

Vacationing in Houston

There are plenty of fantastic things you can do when you visit the city on vacation. You can get started with this list containing some of them.


Now that you are armed with firsthand information about Houston, you will be able to properly explore and experience the bayou city. Both your emotions and intellect will be challenged as you encounter the past, present, and discover the future. Local residents are friendly and quick to display their Southern hospitality so don’t hesitate to ask for directions or other questions during your journey.

FYI (Weather Conditions)


The city is 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico which provides the area with a marine or semi-tropical climate that does a fickle dance. On any given day the weather can have a large variation in the range of the daily temperatures. It is notorious for quickly changing from hot and steamy into a flash flood.

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Romantic Things For Houston Couples To Do




In a perfect world, there would be a variety of romantic things for Houston couples to do everyday and turning romantic sparks into flames would be free or inexpensive, and the list is printed on the back of every guy’s hand.

I have made it almost that easy for Houston couples by gathering lots of free date ideas, and inexpensive fun places to go for dates that will not empty your wallet. I’m sure you will find a variety of fun, exciting, and romantic things that you and your loved one will find enjoyable. Anyway, here it goes!




Go on a Walking Tour Houston is filled with interesting historical sites and places that are oozing with Texas culcha where you can take self-guided walking tours. “Jesse Jones Park” and “Downtown Houston” in the “Historical District” section are two good starting points.

Share photographs with others. Sign up for a free account online, with Photobucket, Flickr or other free photo sharing sites, then upload some of your pictures you want to share with others or build an online family photo album.

Organize a Potluck Call up a few of your friends and have a potluck dinner, break out some playing cards, board games and video games to keep the fun going

Have a Mini-film Festival. Invite some friends/family over and have them each bring one of their favorite DVDs. View them, have discussions and even rate them.

Take digital photographs. Take out that seldom use Digital or SLR camera and hit the road taking pictures of anything you and your sweet thang find interesting.


Call a few family members/old friends. It could be anyone you haven’t seen nor spoken to in a while We’re always thinking about our old buddies/kinfolk and wondering how they’re doing. Seldom do we take the time to catch up with them. Its a great way to firm up an old relationship. This can and is always a blast.

Have a yard sale. This can be a lucrative way for Houston couples to spend time together as they sort through things, coming across items that are sure to send you both back down memory lane. This also gives Houston couples an excuse to finally clean out the garage. It will be like having a heavy load taken off your shoulders, when you get rid of unwanted stuff from your closets. For our older “still much in love” couples; it's perfect for getting rid of all the children’s old stuff they refused to take with them when they moved out.

Wander around the hood. Grab a couple bottles of water and a few scooby snacks and head out your front door. Go in whichever direction that looks the most interesting.

Go on a bike tour. You probably have a bicycle and a helmet in your garage or closet, then you already have everything you need for some good exercise and good fun. If you don't have a bike Tour de Hood regularly organizes bike tours in Houston, complete with everything you need.

Visit a Botanical Garden in your area. Fragrant flowers are always blooming in one of the dozens of Botanical Gardens in Houston. The best known are in: Hermann Park, Mercer Arboretum and Houston Arboretum .


This list is not written in stone and these aren't the only romantic things for Houston couples to do we have to recommend. It’s just a basic outline to stir up your creativity. We have some other exciting stuff for couples in Houston coming your way real soon.

I don’t expect everyone to find everything on this list fun, “I can think of lots of activities that other’s consider to be fun, that doesn’t quite float my boat”. But you will be able to find something here that will strike a chord and resonate with you and your lover. One last tip. You can print this nifty little list out and use it as for a romantic activities guide.


Just click one of the tags below

If you found this information useful tell somebody

21 Eylül 2012 Cuma

Things To Do On Vacation in Houston


A vacation in Houston can be a viable alternative when your dreams say Caribbean holiday, but your budget does not. Your body, mind and spirit can be quickly revitalized, rejuvenated and refreshed readying you to take on the world after visiting one of the water parks, resort hotels or other vacation spots in Houston.

They are as close to you as Bellaire’s Town Square Family Aquatic Center or a short drive to Schlitterbahn on Galveston Island. Some of these funtastic vacation destinations are thoughtfully designed to include white sand, moving water and other realistic waterfront aspects. The attractions are skillfully blended into the surrounding area to take advantage of its natural beauty and create unimposing man-made water features.

Here’s the list of some of the local water parks and resorts where the F U N can include YOU in the Bayou City.

  • Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
  • Splashtown: I-45 North, Spring
  • Pirates Bay Baytown, Tx
  • Schlitterbahn - Galveston Island
  • Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS- Galveston
  • Wake Nation Houston - Rosharian
  • Woodlands Resort & Conference Center

Houston Hotels with Water Parks


Moody Garden: PALM BEACH ATTRACTIONS:
1 Hope Boulevard,
Galveston,

Everyone's idea of the perfect summer vacation for a group or family includes some facetime at the beach. If you crave the beach, but dread being circled by sharks, jellyfish stings and tracking sand into your car you can hang out at this fabulous waterpark with a hotel and resort.

Features include:
  • A 650-linear-foot Lazy River section,
  • A Wave Pool
  • Two 18-foot enclosed tower slides and lots more refreshing water attractions.

COST: Ages 4-59 $23.95
Ages 4- 12 $17.95
More details available 1-800-582-4673 resort website

Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
2301 North Millbend Drive
The Woodlands

If your dream is a vacation complete with room service then look no further than the
Woodlands Resort. You can have an oasis of fun at their family-friendly water wonderland is reserved for registered hotel guests.

Your need for some R&R is excuse enough to warrant a stay at the resort. Even a weekend visit is plenty of time for "dive-in" movies, racing down the double helix water slide and the underwater island a very popular features at this suburban water park.

Cost: Includes breakfast, bicycle rental for 4, Unlimited access to a Sauna, Steam Room, Whirlpool and the Forest Oasis Waterscape.
Approx $229.00 weekend
Get details on current availability and specials 1-800.433.2624 visit website

Getaways And Vacations In Houston


Most of the places on our list are ideal for a staycation or vacation in Houston and are open year around. A visit to them are a great cure for that steamy, sultry and sticky feeling left from day after day of temperatures that can hover near the 100’s, in the Lone Star state, any time of the year.

Don't fret because of the Texas heat or the dog days of summer. Use these tips anytime of year. On a simmering hot humid day they will anchor your plan for a daytrip or after a wicked week at work for a quick weekend getaway. These exhilarating and enjoyable environs can be equally refreshing as the cool temperatures, relaxing pools, and beautiful surroundings of a Caribbean resort in summer. Follow this link for more vacation and sightseeing in Houston ideas.

Information On Houston - Water Parks



We collected the latest information on Houston water parks to help make it easier for Midtown Houston visitors and residents to plan a fun filled day of H2O, rest and relaxation. It includes facts about every kind of water attraction in the area from local aquatic centers to cable wave parks.

Some of the local water parks offer heated pools and extended hours and are open year-round, others just for spring and summer. We wanted to save you some time from having to look up details on one website at a time so we have included links to them along with their phone numbers so you can check the current hours of operation and other details at each venue.

Water Parks In Houston



Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center
7001 Fifth St.
Bellaire, TX

This Houston suburb allows residents and non-residents to cool their heels in their water park. two pool complexes during the summer swim season, in addition to three great heated pools in the off season.


COST:
Ages 3-59 $10
Ages 60 & up $8
More details available Bellaire Parks and Recreation 713-662-8280  http://www.ci.bellaire.tx.us/index.aspx?NID=721

Rob Fleming Aquatic Center
6535 Creekside Forest Dr.
The Woodlands



If your plans take you North of Houston the water park in the Woodlands is an economical place where you can chill-lax in the cool waters of a lazy river, swimming pool with lap lanes, water play structures and water slides.



COST:
48 inches and taller: $10
Under 48 inches tall: $8
Cash or check only .
281-210-3950 http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/facilities.aspx?page=detail&RID=13

Splashtown:
21300 I-45 North,
Spring


If you can only get a few hours off to get wet and wild in the water, this is the place for you. It will be tons of fun in the sun experiencing the water slides, raft rides and more including an interactive play area for children.




COST:
 48″ & taller Online Price-$30.99 ($5 off gate price)
48″-$27.99 48″-$27.99
More details available 281.355.3300 http://www.splashtownpark.com/plan-a-visit/tickets/

Pirates Bay
5300 East Road Baytown, Tx


A cool place for a family-friendly vacation in Houston is the Caribbean themed 3 acre water park Pirates Bay. It is equipped with body slides, matt racers and full of breathtaking water plunges, for outdoor fun. Coolers are welcome and free tubes and free parking makes it easy on your wallet.



COST:
 48″ & taller $17
Under 48″ $12
More details 281-422-1152 ttp://www.baytown.org/piratesbay/attractions.htm

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island
2026 Lockheed Dr
Galveston


An introduction to water parks should begin with this type of family-oriented destination outside of Houston. You will be thrilled and dazzled by water coasters, slides plus the Boogie Bahn surf ride. You can get a premium day pass with an all you can drink souvenir bottle or a no-frills pass for the use of all water rides and attractions, that covers the use of inner tubes, life vests and body boards. too



COST:
12 - 54 years $43.99
Ages 3- 11 $33.50
Seniors- 11 $33.50

Get details for current operating days and hours
409.770.9283, ext. 4100 http://www.schlitterbahn.com/gal/get-tickets


Wake Nation Houston
4411 County Road 418,
Rosharon, TX


Houston has a cable wake park where water-worshipers of any skill-level can try their hand at wakeboards, waterskiing and kneeboarding on a lake WITHOUT a boat.
You are welcome to participate or spectate and jcut watch the action out on the lake, You only pay for your ride time.




COST:
Includes beginner wakeboard, kneeboard or waterskis plus helmet & life jacket.
2 hours: $22.00
4 hours: $26.00
All Day: $30.00

Get details on lake conditions and hours (281) 431-4444 or visit http://wakenationhouston.com/

Facts About Houston Water Recreation Activities

In addition to water parks there are a lots of splash pads around the city. Many of them are free and ideal for smaller kids. The area has a wide variety of water-based family attractions including sandy beaches a few miles down the road in Galveston and plenty of spots for sport fishing on the lakes and rivers that traverse the area.

You'll discover that the information on Houston water parks you find here is right on time whether your desire is to leisurely float around in chest high water or spend an afternoon doing thrilling jumps and flips on a lake. The dress code at most places is liberal but make sure to bring along some comfortable walking shoes for traveling to and fro.

Before plunging knee-deep into your trip plans it’s a good idea to contact the parks to see if you can lower your cost with a group package or a seasonal special. Many of them also have family packages and military discounts.
Related information:




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