Alvin, Texas, was first known as “Morgan” in honor of Alvin Morgan, the town’s first inhabitant in the late 19th century. The residents then discovered that another place was already called Morgan, so they changed it to his first name. Alvin is a small town between Houston and Galveston and is ideal for a weekend … Read more
Looking for thrill, fun, and adventure for that perfect adrenaline rush? Houston wouldn’t disappoint you. The city isn’t just about aquariums, museums, space centers, and zoos. Still, it is also a hub of several high-octane activities like gliding, wakeboarding, parachuting, skydiving, and much more. So, if you’re done sightseeing all the interesting places of Houston … Read more
Houston and its surrounding towns have a lot to see, including an array of art, historical, and science museums, beaches to barbecue joints, wetlands to wild islands. So whether you want a road trip with your family, friends, or fiancé, there is something captivating in whichever direction you take from Houston. Here are the 10 … Read more
Settling in for a long layover at Houston Airport? Why not spend that time doing something fun instead? The Houston Intercontinental Airport (also known as the George Bush Intercontinental Airport) is Texas’s second busiest airport and is just under 25 miles from downtown Houston. It is also the second biggest passenger hub for United Airlines. … Read more
Petroleum geologist Alexander Deussen (1882–1959) gave Harris County a 125–hectare parcel of land on Lake Houston in 1956. The area was transformed into a park and given the name Alexander Deussen Park. 2011 saw the installation of brand-new play structures with canopies. Boat ramps and docks, a lake with ducks, a trail for walking, jogging, … Read more
Tyler, named after the 10th US President John Tyler, has the largest rose garden in the country, earning it the nickname Rose City or the Rose Capital of America. In 1985, Tyler also marked the commencement of the Adopt-a-Highway movement. The total driving time from Houston to Tyler is 3 hours and 25 minutes. It … Read more
East Texas is a broad cultural, geographic, and ecological region in the eastern part of the United States state of Texas that comprises the majority of 41 counties and can take several hours to drive through. It’s commonly referred to as the Piney Woods region because of its tall trees, vast forests, and rivers that … Read more
Missouri City is a city in Texas, part of the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metropolitan area. Most of the city is located in Fort Bend County, with a small portion in Harris County. The city is only a few minutes drive from downtown Houston. Missouri City has a lot to offer, including recreational parks, museums, and … Read more
Rosenberg is a city in Fort Bend County, Texas, in the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metropolitan area. It’s only 30 minutes from downtown Houston. You don’t have to leave Rosenberg to have fun and memorable days. Rosenberg has an enticing mix of historic, urban, and outdoor attractions. Here is a list of the best things to … Read more
Lake Jackson is a city in Brazoria County, Texas, part of the Houston metropolitan area. It takes 57 minutes to get there from Houston. Lake Jackson Historical Museum, Wilderness Golf Course and Brazoria National Wildlife are just a few of Jackson’s great attractions and activities. Lake Jackson was established in 1941 as a 5,000-acre residential community … Read more
