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HOUSTON
T H E O F F I C I A L V I S I TO R S G U I D E

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CONTENTS
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ATTRACTIONS

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Get the scoop on the latest hotel


renovations and openings.

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SPORTS

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Cheer on the home teams in


pro football, soccer, baseball
and basketball.

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BICYCLE ITINERARY

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ARTS + CULTURE

SHOPPING
World-renowned brands and chic
local boutiques offer treasures at
every turn.

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DINING

OUTDOORS
Check out the parks, paths and
green spaces that have won the
hearts of locals.

MAPS

On the stages and in the


museums, the city serves
up culture in abundance.

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ROAD TRIPS
Fun finds lie in nearby Bay
Area Houston, Galveston Island
and Sugar Land.

Experience the best of the city on


a self-guided bike tour.

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MEDICAL CENTER
Discover the best places to spend
time between appointments in the
Texas Medical Center.

Find an endless array of sights to


see and things to do in H-Town.

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HOTELS

houston ballet

Iconic luxury brands mix


with homespun oddities,
giving Houston a quirky charm.

CITY FILE

Spice up the night at energetic


clubs, sports bars and more.

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NIGHTLIFE

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Houston blends Southern


charm with endless urban appeal.

SCENE IN HOUSTON

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Easy-to-follow guides to Houstons


most popular neighborhoods.

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GETTING AROUND
Transportation tips for
navigating the city like a local.

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DIRECTORY
Greater Houston Convention and
Visitors Bureau member listings.

Get the dish on Houstons diverse


restaurant scene.



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(Top) Wings of the City


(Bottom) Houston Ballets
Melody Mennite
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Location: Eleanor Tinsley Park, Downtown Houston

Experience the fresh ideas and local pride that unite our citys

culinary community.

(L to R: Chefs Anita Jaisinghani, Indika; Antoine Ware, Heights General Store; Rebecca Masson, Fluff Bake Bar; Chris Shepherd, Underbelly;
Greg Gatlin, Gatlins; Seth Siegel-Gardner and Terrence Gallivan, The Pass and Provisions)

Meet the chefs at


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VISITORS
CENTER
901 Bagby St., 1-800-4-HOUSTON, VisitHouston.com.

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5 famous attractions

Colorful ooring and marquee-style columns welcome


guests at the Houston Visitors Center. Designed to
complement its home (the 1939 City Hall), the center
is the largest of its kind in the United States. Highlights
include a 50-seat theater, lifestyle kiosks, a nine-screen
video wall and museum-quality exhibits on Houston
history, events and attractions. The center offers guests
informative brochures, magazines and yers and is
open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. H

HOUSTON

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Space Center Houston

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Downtown Aquarium

Houston Museum of
Natural Science
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Chair

Your choice of Houston Zoo OR


Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

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Publisher

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Senior Vice President
Destination Events and Services

CAROLYN CHAVANA
Director

HOLLY CLAPHAM-ROSENOW
Vice President of Marketing
RICK FERGUSON
Vice President and Executive
Director
of Houston Film Commission

Your choice of Childrens Museum of Houston


OR Kemah Boardwalk All-Day Ride Pass

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AARON CHAMBERLAIN
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JOHN HARRIS
Vice President of
Corporate Communications

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Production Trafc Coordinator

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Vice President of
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Sales Resource Manager
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Account Manager
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Account Director
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Account Manager

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Project Manager

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Vice President of Tourism

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Editor

Buffalo Bayou Park.


Photography by Jim Olive.

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wings and wafes


from THE BREAKFAST KLUB or LONDON
SIZZLERs perfectly-charred naan,
H-Town chefs dont disappoint.
The climate also enamors
Houstonians and visitors. Its easy
to appreciate an average winter
temperature of 55 degrees, being able
to golf 365 days a year and enjoy an
evening bike ride through the citys
345-mile network of trails.
During downtime, locals and
visitors can often be found in the
MUSEUM DISTRICT, exploring the areas
19 art-and-culture-lled institutions.
More than half of the museums are
always free to enter with the rest
offering free admission on select days.
The performing arts are topnotch, too. Houston is one of the
few U.S. cities to boast resident
companies in all major performance
disciplinessymphony, ballet, opera

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n the past decade, the nations


fourth-largest city has been busy
ushering in change. Sure, the oil
industry, medical sector and NASA
remain big business here, but now
they share the spotlight with a crop
of rising-star chefs and arts and
culture groups.
Theres plenty to entice
outsiders, too. With a low cost of
living, above-average paycheck and
an ethnic diversity that tops the Big
Apple, its easy to see why residents
put down roots and college grads
ock to this southern city.
Houstons booming culinary scene
is just a bonus, from award-winning
chefs with avant-garde menus to
ethnic neighborhood spots that
celebrate the regions international
air; the city has plenty to appease
the most discerning palate. Whether
youre craving smoked brisket from

BUFFALO BAYOU PARK

DISCOVER A MIX
OF SOUTHERN
CHARM AND
URBAN APPEAL
IN H-TOWN

THE
TRANSFORMATION
OF BUFFALO
BAYOU PARK

Buffalo Bayou Park

and theaterwhich means that on


any given night, you can bet theres
a standout show to see in the city.
Only minutes away, faithful
supporters cheer on the home
teams from ASTROS baseball and
ROCKETS basketball to TEXANS
football and DYNAMO soccer. In
2012, the orange-clad Dynamo
unveiled their state-of-the-art,

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Brothers Congress
Augustus designates
Chapman Houston
Allen and as a port.
John Kirby
Allen found
Houston.

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Houstons
rst park
opens.
The site,
now Sam
Houston
Park,
contains
several of
Houstons
earliest
buildings.

22,000-seat, open-air soccer


stadium in Downtown Houston.
Businesses also recognize
the allure of Houstons offerings.
Twenty-six Fortune 500 companies
call the Energy Capital of the World
home. Aeronautic research is
unsurpassed at NASA headquarters,
the facility responsible for putting
the rst man on the moon, and the

1932 1943
First
Houston
Livestock
Show and
Rodeo
held.

Buffalo Bayou Park will complete an


ambitious $58 million makeover this summer
that will transform the areas 160 acres into
one of the countrys great urban parks.
The space, which extends from Shepherd
Drive to Downtowns Sabine Street, offers
skyline views, iconic fountains, artwork and
one of the top skate parks in the nation.
Other Buffalo Bayou Park highlights include
upgraded trails, an event space, canoe and
kayak rentals, additional pedestrian bridges
and a two-acre dog park.

1947 1948

TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER remains the


largest medical center in the world,
with 54 highly lauded research and
treatment institutions.
Come work and play for a few
days and discover why Houstons
mix of international appeal and
Southern charm has captured the
imagination of tastemakers the
world over. H

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Medical
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founded.
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2000 2004 2009 2015

Shell Oil Co. Census nds


relocates
Houston
corporate
Metropolitan
headquarters
Statistical
Area has
to Houston.
More than
no racial
200 major
or ethnic
rms move
majority.
headquarters,
subsidiaries
and divisions
here in the
years following.

Modern
Houston
light
elects openly
gay mayor.
rail line
(7.5 miles)
rst begins
operations.

Light rail
expands
to 22
miles.

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CITY FILE

BEER CAN HOUSE


In 1968, John Milkovisch began
covering his Heights home in aluminum
siding made from 50,000 attened
beer cans. John and his wife, Mary,

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BUFFALO BAYOU KAYAK TOURS


Paddle through the heart of the city
on a two-person kayak adventure.
Spot blue herons, loggerhead turtles
and an occasional alligator sunning
along bayou banks during the fourhour urban excursion.
DOWNTOWN TUNNELS
Wondering how Downtowns 150,000
workers get around during the day?
Find em underground. The seven-milelong, climate-controlled tunnels link
95 downtown blocks, 20 feet below
the street. Among the tunnels many
offerings are several food courts, dry

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ART CAR MUSEUM


Dubbed the Garage Mahal, the Art
Car Museum is unlike anything you can
imagine. Its the only place youll nd the
antennae-and-wing-cloaked Roachster
or a Honda motorcycle thats been
transformed into a shiny, red, rolling
stiletto heel.

have since passed away, but the


landmark remains open as an exhibition
for future generations.

conic sites and hidden gems blend


with homespun oddities, giving
Houston a quirky charm that can
only be experienced here. Read on for
our best bets.

JAMES TURRELL SKYSPACE

EXPLORE AND
EXPERIENCE
THE OFFBEAT
OFFERINGS THAT
MAKE HOUSTON
SHINE

James Turrell Skyspace

cleaners, post ofces, ower shops,


doctors ofces and beauty salons.
GLENWOOD CEMETERY
Situated on 84 acres along the
Washington Corridor, Glenwood
serves as a serene resting place
for some of Houstons most iconic
residents. Among the ornate
headstones are those of more than
20 mayors, former governors, oil
tycoons and Howard Hughes
the famous aviator, engineer and
movie director.
THE HERITAGE SOCIETY
The citys only outdoor, interactive
historic museum and park is nestled in
10 acres of beautiful green parkland
in the heart of Downtown Houston.

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Founded in 1954, the music complex


boasts 10 historic structures dating
from 1823 to 1905.
HOUSTON IS MURAL
In spring 2013, acclaimed grafti
artist GONZO247 was asked to
create a mural in downtown Houstons
Market Square District. The vibrant
artwork celebrates the citys most
iconic characteristics and is a popular
backdrop for visitor photos.
HOUSTON POLO CLUB
Tucked along the edge of Memorial
Park, the Polo Club draws spectators
for action-packed polo matches and
afternoon recreation. Hit the eld at
halftime for the divot stomp and a
glass of champagne.

JADE BUDDHA TEMPLE


Sneak away from the bustle of city
life and explore the two-and-a-half
acre Jade Buddha Temple. Located
in southwest Houston, the complex is
open to the public and regularly hosts
special events and classes for the
Chinese speaking community as well
as English speakers.
JAMES TURRELL SKYSPACE
Rice University revealed its newest
on-campus art installation, James
Turrells Twilight Epiphany Skyspace, in
mid-June 2012. It is the 73rd in a series
of structures by the American artist
that have been built in more than 20
countries worldwide. Each installation is
unique, though all use light and space to
alter the viewers perception of the sky.

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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF
FUNERAL HISTORY
Houstons nearly 20-year-old museum
proudly holds the title as the nations
largest display of historic funeral

SAINT ARNOLD BREWERY


Visit Texas oldest craft brewer in
its almost-100-year-old space near
Downtown. Guests can explore
the facility, sample brews and host
private events.

PROJECT ROW HOUSES


Set in Houstons Third Ward, the
nonprot art initiative offers a place
for local artists to learn and work.
Some of the houses are dedicated
to art and photography, while others
are devoted to literature and the
performing arts.
ROTHKO CHAPEL
This serene spot, in the middle of
Houstons Museum District, offers
a quiet respite for meditation.
Founded by John and Dominique

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SAN JACINTO BATTLEGROUND


HISTORICAL COMPLEX
The battleground marks the spot
where Texas won its independence
from Mexico. The park houses the
towering San Jacinto Monument and
Museum. Take the 489-foot elevator
ride to the top for a panoramic view
of Houston and the Bay Area.
SESQUICENTENNIAL PARK
Downtowns 10.4-acre park offers
guests green space, hike-and-bike
trails and a multi-level fountain. It
also features an event-ready 1.25acre lawn named Bakers Common
home to the 61st U.S. Secretary of

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ORANGE SHOW
It took more than 20 years for Jeff
McKissack to nish his maze-like
Orange Show monument. Made using
concrete, brick, steel and anything
else he could nd, the 3,000-squarefoot folk-art space makes room for a
pond, stage, museum, gift shop and
several upper decks.

DEBORA SMAIL ; ART CAR MUSEUM

MUCKY DUCK
Houstons premier spot for Texas
folk, blues, country and Celtic music,
the Mucky Duck is rated one of the
Top 20 Acoustic Venues in the U.S.
Big-time artists such as Ezra Charles,
Guy Clark and even Lyle Lovett have
performed here, while local acts
and other famous folkies are regular
entertainers at this popular Irish pub.

de Menil, Rothko Chapel is a


nondenominational chapel and
exhibition space for modern art
that draws thousands of visitors
each year.

MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE


On breezy fall evenings, its hard to top
a professional (and free) show at Miller
Outdoor Theatre. Celebrating its 90th
year, the amphitheater is the perfect
place to catch classical music, ballet
and theater performances from your
blanket on the hillside.

service memorabilia and artifacts.


Peek inside a 1920s hearse made
of six types of wood. See a dozen
brightly colored fantasy cofns and
an array of cultural artifacts.

WAUGH BAT BRIDGE

LEE AND JOE JAMAIL SKATEPARK


The 30,000-square-foot, $2.7-million
skatepark along Buffalo Bayou boasts
the largest cradle in the world.

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Waugh Bat Bridge

State James A. Baker III statue,


as well as plaques of Baker and
three of his forebears. Look for
sculptor Chas Fagans other bronze
additionan 8-foot-tall statue of
President George H.W. Bushjust
across Buffalo Bayou.
WAUGH BAT BRIDGE
See Texas second-largest urban bat
colony on its nightly exodus from
beneath Montroses Waugh Street
Bridge between Allen Parkway
and Memorial Drive. Hundreds of
thousands of Mexican free-tailed
bats emerge around sunset each
night and y toward the dandelion
fountain east of the bridge.
WE LOVE HOUSTON SIGN
David Adickes We Love Houston
sign has quickly emerged as a
go-to spot for memorable Bayou
City snapshots. Located on
the south side of I-10, between
Shepherd and Yale, the 28-foot-tall
sculpture is a source of local pride,
taking inspiration from the iconic
Hollywood sign and the I Love
New York logo.

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Art Car Museum

WEST ALABAMA ICE HOUSE


An 86-year-old Texas tradition.
Business professionals and bikers
alike love the Ice House for its laidback style, Shiner Bock-and-onionsoaked hot dogs and cheap beer.

WILLIAMS WATER WALL


Across from the Galleria, a threeacre expanse unfolds before a
64-foot Water Wall designed by
architects Philip Johnson and
John Burgee. Every three hours
and 20 minutes, 78,500 gallons
of recycled water pour down the
structures black obsidian walls.
ASK VERONICA
Looking for more things to do
in Houston or have a question
about how to spend your time
in the city? Ask Veronica is an
online concierge service on hand
to answer any question a visitor
might have.VisitHouston.com/
AskVeronica
For more information, log on to
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njoy an endless array of


places to see and things to
do while visiting Houston.

ATHENA GUN CLUB


One of west Houstons newest
destinations takes the shooting
range concept to the next level.
The luxury, 26-lane Athena Gun
Club offers classes, rentals and a
wide range of rearms for sale.
BATTLESHIP TEXAS
The last of the battleships to
participate in World Wars I and
II, USS Texas became the rst
battleship memorial museum in
the U.S. in 1948. Go aboard the
landmark and get a hands-on
look at crew life during war.
Guests can climb high on the
bridge, control the turrets on
the main deck and go below,
into the ships underground city.

Indicates a CityPASS
attraction. Purchase the
booklet, which provides
discounted access to seven of
Houstons must-see sights, at
the Visitors Center, online at
VisitHouston.com or at any of
the participating attractions.

BAYOU BEND COLLECTION


AND GARDENS
The former John Staub-designed
home of Houston philanthropist Ima
Hogg now houses the Museum of
Fine Arts early American decorative
arts and painting collection. Outside,
on the propertys 14 lush acres, is
the largest organic historic public
garden in the state. Dont miss

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The Shop at Bayou Bend, inside the


new Lora Jean Kilroy Visitor and
Education Center.
BRAZOS BEND STATE PARK
Covering roughly 5,000 acres along
the Brazos River, the park offers
hiking, biking, camping and alligatorspotting opportunities. Stop by the
George Observatory, where a 36inch telescope enables you to see
meteors, reballs and, sometimes, a
partial or total eclipse of the moon.
CHILDRENS MUSEUM
OF HOUSTON
Ranked the No. 1 childrens museum
in the country by Parents magazine,
CMH is the most-attended childrens
museum of its size in the nation,
serving more than one million
people annually. Bring the kids to
enjoy all 90,000 square feet of
jam-packed, hands-on exhibits
and educational fun.
DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM
Part restaurant, part exhibit, the
aquarium features tanks lled with
stingrays, sharks and other exotic
marine life. Themed habitats include
the Louisiana Swamp exhibit lled
with dwarf gators, crawsh and
snapping turtles, as well as the White
Tigers of the Maharajas Temple exhibit.
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MUST-SEE SPOTS
YOU WONT
WANT TO MISS

Downtown Aquarium

DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM

ATTRACTIONS

GEORGE RANCH HISTORICAL PARK


Discover more than 100 years of Texas history at
George Ranchs 480-acre living history site. Hands-on
experiences and costumed interpreters help depict life
on the 23,000-acre working ranch throughout the years.
THE HEALTH MUSEUM
Part of the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, The
Health Museum provides the ultimate journey inside the
body. Explore giant sculptures of human organs, ribs and
even teeth.
HISTORIC PLEASURE PIER
Galveston Islands newest attraction stretches
approximately 1,130 feet over the Gulf of Mexicomore
than three football elds in lengthand provides the
waterside community with family-oriented attractions,
including games, 16 rides, retail shops and dining options.
HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE
This multilevel destination highlights the Earths wonders
in world-class touring exhibitions. The museum also makes
room for the Wortham IMAX Theatre screen, Cockrell
Buttery Center, Burke Baker Planetarium and innovative
new Paleontology Hall.
HOUSTON ZOO
Walk on the wild side with 4,500 animal residents. The
55-acre zoo fosters an appreciation for the ecosystems of
the natural world. Nearby, Hermann Park Pavilion invites
visitors to tour the park on a miniature train or cruise on the
duck pond in a pedal boat.
IFLY HOUSTON
Want to skydive, but not excited about jumping from a
plane? The city recently welcomed its rst indoor skydiving
facility, which gives guests a chance to feel the rush without
the risk. Find one location in west Houston and the second
near The Woodlands.
KEMAH BOARDWALK
Head south of Houston to the 35-acre Kemah Boardwalk
and dine overlooking Galveston Bay. Enjoy shopping, games
and train rides, as well as the popular Boardwalk Bullet
roller coaster and the Inverter, an upside-down thrill ride.
MOODY GARDENS
Within Galveston Islands three glistening glass pyramids lie
the IMAX 3-D Theater, Special FX-4D Theater and RideFilm
Theater. Wildlife is on display in the Rainforest, Aquarium
and Discovery pyramids. Outdoor fun includes a paddleboat
ride on the bay and a man-made beach.
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, HOUSTON
One of the premier art museums in the U.S., the MFAH
anchors the Museum District with exhibitions divided
among two gallery buildings, a sculpture garden and two
house museums. Art from major civilizations and antiquity to
the present is on view.
PIRATES BAY WATER PARK
Baytowns pirate-themed water play center boasts a large

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dumping bucket and an array of spray nozzles, tot
slides, and water guns, a 671-foot long lazy river, two
large slide towers and a wave pool.

...Eleven hotels,
859 rooms
140 restaurants

Plenty To Do

...Shopping Pearland
Town Center & Bass Pro Shop
Antiquing, biking,
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SPACE CENTER HOUSTON


While much of NASAs Johnson Space Center is
off-limits to civilians, guests can still get an in-depth
look at the nations space program at Space Center
Houston. Go inside the Skylab training facility, witness
a space shuttle launch in the Blast Off Theater and
check out the latest additionspace shuttle Explorer.
TOPGOLF HOUSTON
With two area locations, TopGolf offers golfers a
tech-savvy tee-off experience in a three-story
entertainment complex. The upscale driving range
features 102 hitting bays, a rooftop terrace, a
restaurant and multiple bars.
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SCHLITTERBAHN GALVESTON
ISLAND WATERPARK
Just a short drive from Houston, Schlitterbahn is
open all year long. The action-packed park features
33 aquatic adventures for summer and 12 indoor
attractions during the heated indoor season.

...10 minutes south


of downtown
Houston and
Hobby

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Proximity

SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK


Celebrate the spirit and elegance of Thoroughbreds
and American Quarter Horses with live and simulcast
racing. Watch from a 200,000-square-foot grandstand,
a 30,000-square-foot pavilion or one of several luxury
suites with trackside views. The park also hosts
concerts at the Showgrounds live music venue.

SPORTS
ON THE FIELD OR
ON THE COURT,
HOUSTONS HOME
TEAMS OFFER
YEAR-ROUND
ACTION

BBVA Compass Stadium

ASTROS Root for the home team


at MINUTE MAID PARK, where a
retractable roof affords open-air
seating on beautiful Houston
evenings and air conditioning on
hot summer days. For a chance
to snag a home-run ball, sit in the
Crawford Boxesthe 2,500-seat
section jutting onto the left-eld
corner. Want more? Attend a
behind-the-scenes Ballpark Tour,
offered Monday through Saturday,
10 a.m. to noon.
SEASON: MARCH THROUGH OCTOBER.

BBVA COMPASS STADIUM

GHCVB

DYNAMO Dont miss seeing the


HOUSTON DYNAMO play in the
$95-million, open-air BBVA
COMPASS STADIUM, which opened
in spring 2012. The 22,000-seat
arena hosts the two-time MLS
Cup-winning team and gives
spectators unobstructed views
from both lower and upper seating
bowls, modern sound and video
components, as well as fully
integrated broadcast facilities.
SEASON: MARCH THROUGH OCTOBER.

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ROCKETS Watch the NBAS


ROCKETS lay up and dunk in
Downtowns 18,300-seat TOYOTA
CENTER. Pay a premium for
courtside seats and enjoy access
to the exclusive Lexus Lounge,
where Oprah, Beyonc and Shaq
have been known to party after the
game. During breaks, dont miss the
mascots always funny skit videos
or the Rockets Power Dancers
halftime performance.
SEASON: OCTOBER THROUGH APRIL.
TEXANS Cheer on the NFLs
HOUSTON TEXANS at NRG STADIUM.
The indoor/outdoor venue features
natural grass and a retractable roof.
Go early and join the tailgating fun.
Gates open four hours prior to
kickoff. Dont forget to pack your
red-and-blue foam koozie and
Texans tee.
SEASON: AUGUST THROUGH DECEMBER.

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HOUSTON BY BIKE

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Continue past Market Square, through


the THEATER DISTRICT, making sure
to stop at SAM HOUSTON PARK before
hopping on the BUFFALO BAYOU HIKE
AND BIKE TRAILS. (Theres an entrance
to the trail on the south side of the
park.) From there, the path winds
along Buffalo Bayou and offers great
views of the Downtown skyline and, if
you time it right, a view of the WAUGH
BRIDGE BAT COLONY making their
nightly exodus. When youre ready to
head back Downtown, cross any of the

GHCVB ; FUNNEL TUNNEL

DOWNTOWN
Kick off a ride through the Central
Business District at DISCOVERY GREEN.
Look for the closest B-Cycle station,
which is located at the intersection of
Lamar and Crawford streets. From the
north side of Discovery Green, follow
Crawford northeast, past MINUTE
MAID PARK and take a left on Congress
Avenue to get to historic MARKET
SQUARE PARK, which is home to
several restaurants and bars like OKRA
CHARITY SALOON, LA CARAFE and
BATANGA. Its a great place to wrap up
your Downtown exploration later on.

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a few hours, depending on your pace


and number of stops.

ant to really see


Houston? Grab a
bike, because a pair
of wheels is one of the best ways to
experience H-Town these days. Thanks
to the areas recently-expanded bike
trails and the introduction of the
Houston B-CYCLE bike share program,
locals and visitors are hitting the road
now more than ever.
Even if you dont have a bike, the
B-Cycle service makes getting around
a breeze. With more than two-dozen
stations located in Downtown,
Montrose, Midtown, The Heights and
the Museum District, riders can easily
and inexpensively cruise around some
of the citys most-loved sites.
Customers can purchase bike
access online or at any of the stations
by inserting a credit card at the
B-Cycle kiosk and selecting a bike
from one of the numbered bays. Pay
by the hour or purchase a 24-hour
pass for $5. Bikes can be returned to
any B-Station by rolling it back into an
available dock or use the built-in lock
to secure your ride in between stops.
Though it would be easy to
spend an entire day biking the city,
weve broken down excursions by
neighborhood. Expect each to take

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TIPS ON HOW TO
EXPERIENCE THE
CITY ON A SET
OF WHEELS

B-Cycle

bridges and connect with the trail on


the other side of the water, heading
back east.
MUSEUM DISTRICT
Even if you dont start the day at the
HOUSTON ZOO, the lush area, located
on the south side of HERMANN PARK,
is a great place to nab a cruiser
and hit the trail. Find the B-Cycle
station tucked on the south side of
the BOAT HOUSE. Follow the path
around the 445-acre park and check
out MCGOVERN LAKE and the JESSE H
JONES REFLECTION POOL, along with
the tranquil JAPANESE GARDEN and
the parks art installations. Patrick
Doughertys wood-wrapped Boogie
Woogie sculpture is a must-see,
as is Sharon Engelsteins bubbly
Dillidiidae forms.
Beyond the park, guests will nd
plenty to do in the MUSEUM DISTRICT,
which is home to 19 art-and-culture
lled institutions. Hop off your bike
for some time spent perusing the
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON

or CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM.


Wrap up your outing with a bite to
eat at one of the area restaurants
LUCILLES, BODEGAS TACO SHOP

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Funnel Tunnel

and PINEWOOD CAF are all solid


selectionsand a show at MILLER
OUTDOOR THEATRE. (Note: Millers
performances are free and run April
through November.)

dinner at NATACHEES or SPARROW,


shop at MY FLAMING HEART or THE
TINDERBOX and catch a show at the
CONTINENTAL CLUB.

MONTROSE + MIDTOWN
The corner of Fairview and Taft is a
great place to start your Montrose
exploration. Not only is the
intersection home to BOHEME CAFE
& WINE BAR, REEVES ANTIQUES and
CUCHARA RESTAURANT, but it also
makes room for a B-Cycle station.
Grab a bike and dont be afraid to
explore what the American Planning
Association dubbed one of the
countrys 10 great neighborhoods.
The areas street grid, historic
districts and eclectic architecture
make it a fun (and easy) place to
peruse by bike.

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Dont miss the FUNNEL TUNNEL


sculpture on Montrose before
stopping for coffee at Inversion.
Later, head south toward the
WESTHEIMER CURVE where
consignment and antique shops
dot the walkable strip. Finally,
head down West Alabama to
MID MAIN in Midtown and have

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ARTS + CULTURE

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the 19 cultural institutions that make


up the tree-lined neighborhood.
The districts anchor and
the nations sixth-largest art
museumMUSEUM OF FINE ARTS,
HOUSTONoffers 300,000 square
feet of exhibition space dedicated
to paintings, sculptures, costumes,
photography and textiles dating
to the antiquities. The nearby
HOUSTON celebrates postmodern
artwork inside its distinctive stainless
steel space, while the educational
exhibits at HOUSTON MUSEUM OF
NATURAL SCIENCE unfold within a
four-level complex. In 2013, the
spot unveiled its new, two-story
Paleontology Hall.
Other Museum District highlights:
CZECH CENTER MUSEUMs collection
of Bohemian crystal and antique
European furniture, the kid-run city
Kidtropolis at CHILDRENS MUSEUM
OF HOUSTON and the 15,000-piece

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ouston is serious about


the arts, boasting one
of the nations largest
museum districts and serving as
one of the few U.S. cities with resident
professional companies in ballet,
opera, symphony and theater.
Within the 17-block THEATER
DISTRICT, HOUSTON GRAND OPERA,
ALLEY THEATRE, HOUSTON SYMPHONY
and HOUSTON BALLET draw a faithful
following for Grammy, Tony and Emmy
award-winning performances.
Other area arts organizations
include SOCIETY FOR THE PERFORMING
ARTS, UNIQUELY HOUSTON, DA CAMERA
and THEATRE UNDER THE STARS, the
nations largest nonprot producer of
musical theater. Outside Downtown,
check out MAIN STREET THEATER,
ENSEMBLE THEATRE, and STAGES
REPERTORY THEATRE.
Southwest of Downtown, in the
pedestrian-friendly MUSEUM DISTRICT,
more than 6.6 million visitors explore

MENIL COLLECTION

ON THE STAGES
AND IN THE
MUSEUMS, THE
CITY SERVES
UP CULTURE IN
ABUNDANCE

2015

HOUSTON
ARTS
CALENDAR
MOZARTS MESSIAH MAGIC
MARCH 27-28

The Houston Chamber Choir presents a


rare opportunity to experience Mozarts reorchestration of Handels Messiah, performed
in its entirety as an Easter reection.
HoustonChamberChoir.org

CINDERELLA
MAY 26 - JUNE 7

Rodgers and Hammersteins Tony Award


winning Broadway musical takes on the classic
tale of the servant stepdaughter who wins the
heart of the prince. Prepare to be wowed by
breathtaking costumes and musical scores.
tuts.org

Menil Collection

HABSBURG SPLENDOR:
MASTERPIECES FROM VIENNAS
IMPERIAL COLLECTIONS
JUNE 14-SEPT 13

MENIL COLLECTION. At the Menil, visitors

can expect a range of works from Andy


Warhols pop art to Henri Matisses
Impressionist paintings.
Houstons Rice University and
University of Houston also offer culture
aplenty. At the RICE GALLERY, site-specic
installations ll the contemporary space,
attracting nearly 40,000 visitors annually.
At U of Hs recently-renovated BLAFFER
GALLERY, viewers nd a rotating mix of
work by U.S. and international artists.
For something uniquely Houston,
stop by one of the citys alternative
art spaces like DIVERSEWORKS, ART CAR
MUSEUM or PROJECT ROW HOUSES. The
latter unfolds in a series of shotgunstyle row houses and focuses on arts
education, historic preservation and
community development in the
Third Ward.
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See the spectacular treasures amassed by


one of Europes longest-reigning dynasties.
The Museum of Fine Arts exhibition
showcases masterworks and rare objects from
the collection of the Habsburg Dynasty.
mfah.org

TAKIS: THE FOURTH DIMENSION


THROUGH JULY 26

The Menil Collection hosts the rst U.S.


museum survey of Vassilakis Takis. Worldrenowned for his exploration of the gap
between art and science, Takis employs
the use of electromagnetism in his brightlycolored works.
menil.org

SAMURAI: THE WAY OF THE WARRIOR


THROUGH SEPT 7

Armor, helmets, swords and other battle gear


from Japans renowned samurai warriors
come together in a special exhibition at the
Houston Museum of Natural Science.
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SHOPPING

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UPTOWN PARK Shop and


stroll in this convenient, alfresco
arrangement of boutiques,
restaurants, spas and well-heeled
bars. Peruse more than 50
boutiques, including TOP DRAWER
LINGERIE, HIGH GLOSS, MINT BABY
and LONGORIA COLLECTION.
RIVER OAKS SHOPPING
CENTER Built in 1927, River
Oaks Shopping Center was the

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THE GALLERIA Shopaholics


rejoice in The Gallerias 375-plus
stores and grand ice rink, anked
by NEIMAN MARCUS, SAKS FIFTH
AVENUE, NORDSTROM and MACYS.
Featuring designer names akin
to those on New Yorks famed
Fifth Avenue or Rodeo Drive in
Beverly Hills, the sprawling mall
also boasts boutiques like JIMMY
CHOO and LOUIS VUITTON, plus a
two-level H&M, TRINA TURK and
new TOPSHOP store.

HIGHLAND VILLAGE Enjoy


complimentary valet service and
a premium shopping experience
just inside the Loop. Step into
JOSEPH, a well-edited shoe and
accessory boutique with pieces
by top designers. Other tenants
include a three-story RESTORATION
HARDWARE, LUCCHESE and BHLDN.

earching for something


in particular? Chances
are its available in
Houston. From department
stores at The Galleria to locally
owned boutiques at Rice Village,
Houstons retail scene is a
shoppers paradise.

BROOKE FEATHER ; THE GALLERIA

WORLD-RENOWNED
BRANDS AND CHIC
LOCAL BOUTIQUES
OFFER TREASURES AT
EVERY TURN

Brooke Feather

rst of its kind in the city and one


of the nations rst to cater to cars.
The Art Deco-style expanse offers
boutiques like CASA DE NOVIA bridal,
SUR LA TABLE, BROOKE FEATHER and
more than a dozen buzz-worthy
restaurants.
UPPER KIRBY With its nucleus at
the intersection of Westheimer Road
and Kirby Drive, this area is a hotbed
for shopping. Accessories emporium
SLOAN/HALL and local department
store KUHL-LINSCOMB were among
the rst on the scene, joined more
recently by TOOTSIES, SAM & LILLI
and LABORATORIA.
MEMORIAL CITY MALL
West Houstons revitalized mall
delights movers and shoppers with
FOREVER XXI, COACH, MICHAEL KORS,

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The Galleria

WESTERN WHERE?
BE RODEO READY WITH CHIC GEAR FROM HOUSTONS
COWBOY-SAVVY RETAILERS. SCORE EXOTIC SKIN BELTS
AND CUSTOM BUCKLES FROM 100-YEAR-OLD MAIDAS,
KNOWN FOR ITS UNUSUAL PIECES, INCLUDING VINTAGE
BUCKLE SETS. YOULL FIND TRADITIONAL WESTERN LOOKS
FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY AT PINTO RANCH AND CAVENDERS,
INCLUDING COWBOY BOOTS, HATS AND GEAR. OF COURSE,
ITS HARD TO BEAT A ONE-OF-A-KIND SOUVENIR. SNAG
A HAND-SHAPED HAT FROM THE HAT STORE, A PAIR OF
PERSONALIZED BOOTS FROM TEJAS CUSTOM BOOTS OR
A UNIQUELY-YOURS BELT BY MAX LANG.

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TEXAS TREASURES and AMERICAN GIRL stores. Anchors


include DILLARDS, MACYS, SEARS, JC PENNEY, TARGET
and OLD NAVY.

CITYCENTRE West Houstons mixed-use CityCentre


development has taken off as a popular shopping and
dining hub in the Memorial area. Find locally owned
boutiques like ELAINE TURNER and DRYDEN KREPS,
as well as national names like ALLEN EDMONDS, FREE
PEOPLE and J. CREW. Dont miss additional shopping
in TOWN & COUNTRY VILLAGE, located a couple of
blocks south.
RICE VILLAGE Only a few blocks from the Rice
University campus, find the latest looks from
accessories designer KENDRA SCOTT JEWELRY and
Project Runway winner Chloe Dao, who owns
the renowned DAO CHLOE DAO boutique. Other
noteworthy tenants include J. SILVER JEWELRY, THE
CLASS ROOM and PREMIUM GOODS.

KATY MILLS MALL Twenty-ve miles west of


Downtown, Katy Mills brings together retail and
entertainment under one roof. NEIMAN MARCUS LAST
CALL and SAKS OFF 5TH share space with H&M, COACH,
COLE HAAN and several outlet stores.
Langford Market

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SUGAR LAND Find a mix of retail, restaurant and


hotel accommodations at Sugar Lands 32-acre TOWN
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HOUSTON PREMIUM OUTLETS This designer


discount mall in the Cypress suburb, off Highway 290,
offers more than 145 stores, including BURBERRY, TORY
BURCH, KATE SPADE NEW YORK, THEORY and ESCADA.

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HISTORIC HEIGHTS Soak in the charm of Victorian


houses and quaint streets (19th, Yale and Studewood
streets) while shopping for eclectic fashion, furniture,
art and gifts in this historic hood. Stop by JUBILEE for
funky home dcor and HELLO-LUCKY for unique, artistmade attire or hit RETROPOLIS for vintage nds.

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Houston, the site is home to both locally owned and
national retailers, as well as the SUGAR LAND MARRIOTT
and more than two dozen dining and nightlife options.
THE WOODLANDS Discover 1,000 acres of shopping,
dining and entertainment at THE WOODLANDS TOWN
CENTER. Just north of Houston, the center is home to
THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY, the alfresco-minded MARKET
STREET and THE WOODLANDS MALLa two-level retail
complex with more than 160 stores. Expect endless
dining options, as well as a mix of locally owned boutiques
and national brands like VINEYARD VINES, LANGFORD
MARKET, MAGGIES and NORTON DITTO.
WESTHEIMER CURVE Thrift store shopping abounds
along Montroses popular Westheimer Curve. Located
between Dunlavy Street and Montrose Boulevard, the
eclectic stretch of shops is a consignment hotspot. Check
out BLACKBIRD TRADING CO., CHARITY GUILD and PAVEMENT
HOUSTON CLOTHING. While youre in the area, stop by
SPACE MONTROSE for a well-vetted selection of locallymade gifts.
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boasts some of the nest
restaurants and high-caliber chefs
and sommeliers in the country. DA
MARCO, CHEZ NOUS and OXHEART
are among the citys A-list, as
is MOCKINGBIRD BISTRO and
MASRAFFS. For a special occasion,
its hard to beat MARKS. Set inside
a renovated 1920s church, the
candle-lit space serves up romance
and American cuisine.
SLICE OF LIFE The aroma
wafting from the wood-burning
oven at Chef Marco Wiles DOLCE
VITA lures in lovebirds and the
professional set for authentic
Neapolitan pizza and a robust
wine list spotlighting Italian vino.
For a BYOB standout, try PIZAROS
PIZZA in west Houston or take
advantage of the BYOB policy

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at Midtowns LUIGIS PIZZERIA,


where customers cant stop talking
about the caprese pizza. Save
room for gelato.
TASTE OF ASIA Prefer to spice
it up with mustard sauce and
Sriracha? Visit the southwest part
of town, along Bellaire Boulevard,
between Gessner and Beltway
8, also known as CHINATOWN,
where youll nd bubble tea cafs,
ethnic markets and mom-andpop restaurants. MALA SICHUAN
BISTRO, HOUSE OF BOWLS and SAN
DONG NOODLE HOUSE are all great
options. In West Houston, hit long
point road for Korean barbecue
and Thai cuisine, or head inside the
Loop for modern Japanese
fare at GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ
or KATA ROBATA.
GREAT TEX-MEX-TATIONS
Its not all Tex-Mex here, though
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SIMPLE SOUTHERN FOOD.

AMERICAN WHIRL Classic


comfort food is anything but
typical at H-Towns New American
outposts. Kevin Naderi opened
his 50-seat restaurant, ROOST, in
late-2011 and its been drawing
faithful fans ever since. Dont miss
the fried cauliower. Nearby, JUST
DINNER unfolds inside a remodeled
Montrose home and makes a
great date night destination. For a
lively scene, hit FRANKS AMERICAN

REVIVAL, LOCAL FOODS or PUNKS

KILLEN S BBQ

ith more
than 10,000
restaurants in
the Houston area, representing
cuisine from more than 70 national
categories, only one thing is
certain: Theres no containing this
citys culinary scene. Sure, Houston
has Tex-Mex and steaks down pat,
but those specialties share the
spotlight with Vietnamese, Indian
and award-winning burgers. Read
on for some of our favorites.

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LOCALS
CHOICE
AWARDS

AMYS ICE CREAMS


Favorite ice cream restaurant
BARNABYS CAFE
Favorite pet-friendly restaurant
BECKS PRIME
Favorite burger restaurant
BERNIES BURGER BUS
Favorite food truck
CARRABBAS
Favorite Italian restaurant
CENTRAL MARKET
Favorite cooking classes
DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM
Favorite kid-friendly restaurant
Punks Simple
Southern Food

GOODE CO. BBQ


Favorite barbecue restaurant
HOUSE OF PIES
Favorite 24-hour restaurant

PUNK S SIMPLE SOUTHERN FOOD

DEBORA SMAIL ;

mobile vendors (try EL TACONAZO


and TAQUERIA TACAMBARO, which
sits behind the farmers market on
Airline Drive) to EL TIEMPO CANTINA
and MOLINAS. For gourmet Mexico
City-style fare, head to HUGOS in
Montrose. Set in a restored 1925
space, the restaurant has great
ambiance and even better ceviche.
If youre feeling brave, go for the
famous grasshopper tacos.

with Texas Wagyu Kobe beef and


Korean short rib tacos. Downtown
residents, on the other hand,
stay loyal to HEARSAY and THE
SPRINGBOK. At Springbok, fans cant
get enough of the deviled eggs
topped with candied bacon.
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KIRANS
Favorite Indian restaurant
LA GRIGLIA
Favorite power lunch restaurant
MAIS RESTAURANT
Favorite Vietnamese restaurant
MIYAKO
Favorite sushi restaurant

NICE TO MEAT YOU Craving let


mignon? Choose your own cut
from the butchers display at West
Houstons TASTE OF TEXAS. The
locally-owned biz is an institution,
much like the Galleria areas PAPPAS
BROS. STEAKHOUSE. Good brisket is
a given at GATLINS BARBECUE and
KILLENS BBQ or, if youre craving
a burger, stop by STANTONS CITY
BITES or PETROL STATION.
GASTROPUBS Upscale bars
serving chef-driven, late-night
grubwhats not to like? A freshfaced crowd gathers at SHEPHERD
PARK DRAUGHT HOUSE, where the
menu spotlights burgers made

KENNY & ZIGGYS


Favorite deli

NIKO NIKOS
Favorite ethnic restaurant
PAPPADEAUX
Favorite seafood restaurant
PAPPASITOS
Favorite Mexican restaurant
STAR PIZZA
Favorite pizza restaurant
THE BREAKFAST KLUB
Favorite breakfast restaurant
Roost

VIC & ANTHONYS


Favorite steakhouse
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AS SEEN ON TV

Adam Gertler, host of Kid in a


Candy Store, knows chocolate
makes everything better, which is
precisely why he dropped by THE
CHOCOLATE BAR during a visit to
H-Town. There, he discovered a

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THREE BROTHERS BAKERYs


Pumpecapple rst made its TV
debut on the Food Networks
Outrageous Food in 2011. In
the years since, its also earned
mentions on Saturday Night Live,
Good Morning America and CNN.
The deep-dish piedubbed the
turducken of cakesbrings together
three different pies baked inside
one mammoth cake.

In a 2013 episode of Bizarre Foods,


host Andrew Zimmern headed to
southwest Houston in search of
authentic Indian and Vietnamese
cuisine. In Little India, he stopped by
RAJA SWEETS for comfort food and
homemade desserts, before heading
to Chinatown for stir-fried blue crab
at CRAWFISH & NOODLES.

DEBORA SMAIL

When Chef Michael Chiarello


brought The Best Thing I Ever Ate to
H-Town, he paid a visit to Houston
culinary legend Robert Del Grande
at RDG + BAR ANNIE. Chiarello wanted
something off the menu, and when
he tasted the grilled let with crusted
coffee Adobado, he proclaimed it
the best grilled dish he ever ate. Mo
Rocca later returned with the series,
touting BOMBAY PIZZA CO.s Gateway
of India Pizza and THE ORIGINAL
NINFAs queso ameado.

Host Rahm Fama of Meat &


Potatoes traverses the country in
search of the choicest cuts of beef,
pork and everything in between,
which let him to BEAVERS in Houston
for the shows Pigging Out episode.
There, Fama dug into a smoked
pulled pork sandwich that wowed
with a special North Carolina-style
vinegar sauce. Later, he returned
to H-Town for ZELKO BISTROs
modern meatloaf.

place where anything goes, from


chocolate-covered popcorn to
Fritos brittle and chocolate pizza.

Guy Fieri took Houston by storm


with his show Diners Drive-Ins and
Dives. LANKFORD GROCERY and its
much-lauded burgers made the
list. Guys favorite: the Firehouse
Burger. The show also made a stop
at THE RED LION PUB, which mixes
traditional British grub with Indian
favorites like chicken tikka masala.

Following a 2008 re that gutted


the critically-acclaimed BRENNANS
OF HOUSTON, Unwrapped host
Marc Summers came to Houston
to chronicle the restaurants rise
from the ashes. Though a bit shinier
and newer, the traditions of Creole
cooking remained steadfast as
Summers and team showed through
Brennans festive Easter brunch.

For more restaurant coverage,


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ouston loves to see


its hometown hot spots
in the limelight and lately,
foodies cant seem to get enough.
Check out the H-Town restaurants
recently lighting up the small screen.

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beer scene at the HAY MERCHANT,


theyre cooling off with a frozen mojito
on BOHEMEs back patio. Want to keep
the party going? Dont miss other
neighborhood favorites like RUDYARDS
BRITISH PUB, MAXS WINE DIVE and
SOUTH BEACH.

DOWNTOWN AND MIDTOWN


Houstons central business district is
booming and the post-work crowd
cant get enough. Find the professional
set near Market Square at new spots
like THE NIGHTINGALE ROOM and
PROHIBITION SUPPERCLUB & BAR, or ride
the METRORail to GREENSTREET for fun
at PETES DUELING PIANO BAR or bowling
at LUCKY STRIKE LANES. Looking for an
energetic scene? The CONTINENTAL
CLUB in Midtown is known for its live
music highlighting rising-star acts.

RIVER OAKS AND WEST UNIVERSITY


Find buttoned-up bars and cozy
hideaways among the citys toniest
neighborhoods. Happy hour specials
draw regulars at River Oaks BLUE BAR,
while those in the know enjoy live
music and pub grub at MCGONIGELS
MUCKY DUCK. Just south of 59, the
Rice Village area draws pretty young
things. Find them atop saddle barstools
at Texas-inspired ARMADILLO PALACE
or at popular haunts like THE FEDORA
LOUNGE, UNDER THE VOLCANO and the
GINGER MAN.

MONTROSE The scene along the


Westheimer Curve denes the edgy,
gay-friendly Montrose neighborhood.
When locals arent exploring the craft

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THE HEIGHTS One of Houstons most


historic neighborhoods has quickly
evolved into a top nightlife destination

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ondering where to
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Houston comes alive at
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in the city. Practice your ping pong


skills while you sip on a cocktail at
DOWN THE STREET or head to one of
the areas classic dives like BIG STAR
BAR and ALICES TALL TEXAN. For
walkable options, head to White Oak
Drive, where FITZGERALDS, ONION
CREEK and PUBLIC HOUSE keep
patrons happy.
WASHINGTON AVENUE
Minutes from Downtown, the
Washington Avenue stretch draws
young professionals for happy hour
fun. Find them, most nights, sipping
vino at ABSOLVE WINE LOUNGE or
cocktails at Alba Huertas JULEP.
BENJYS, MAXS WINE DIVE and
BEAVERS ICE HOUSE were some
of the rst on the neighborhood
scene, paving the way for other
outposts like UNDERDOGS PUB and
LUKES ICEHOUSE.
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FAVORITE DRAFT BEER SELECTION

Flying Saucer

FAVORITE SPOT FOR LIVE MUSIC

House of Blues

FAVORITE WINE SELECTION

Maxs Wine Dive

FAVORITE DIVE BAR

Goodes Armadillo Palace

FAVORITE COFFEE SPOT

Three Brothers Bakery

FAVORITE LGBT BAR

F Bar

FAVORITE SPORTS BAR

Little Woodrows

FAVORITE GIRLS NIGHT


OUT ACTIVITY

Margaritas at El Tiempo

FAVORITE DATE NIGHT ACTIVITY

Alamo Drafthouse

FAVORITE NEW HOUSTON BAR

OKRA Charity Bar

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HOTELS

Located on the 23rd oor of the Hilton


Americas-Houston, SKYLINE SPA &

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Awaken the senses at Hotel Icons


BALANCE URBAN DAY SPA. The historic
property, situated in a renovated 1911
bank building, is warmly inviting with its
spa set just below lobby level. Though
guests can enjoy services inside one
of Balances four treatment suites, we
recommend scheduling an in-room
massage for the ultimate in convenience.

Having opened in fall 2014, JW Marriott


Houston Downtown is the newest hotel
in the mix, boasting a fresh new spa
experience to boot. At SPA BY JW, guests
have access to a range of treatment
options, including express treatments.
Starting with a 12-minute entry point,
the express services are available
without an appointment and can be
enjoyed in express spa suites, designed
around JWs state-of-the-art massage
chairs. Created exclusively for the hotel,
the chairs feature scent infusers, noisecanceling technology and cell-phone
charging stations.
MUSEUM DISTRICT
Hotel Zazas ZASPA, located on the
second level of the hotel, provides a
variety of indulgent spa treatments
including body treatments, massages,
skin care and nail services. In-room spa

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DOWNTOWN
Set on the fourth oor, The SPA AT FOUR
SEASONS HOTEL HOUSTON is a dedicated
Clarins spa, promising a variety of
massages, nail services, body treatments
and facials to help calm and nurture. For
weekday pampering, take advantage of
happy hour pricing from noon to 4 p.m.
where guests enjoy discounted services
that are (almost) good enough to eat.
Our money is on the Texas sweet tea
shea sugar body scrub or watermelonbasil vodkatini manicure and pedicure.

is impressive, not only


thanks to its panoramic view. The facility
makes room for four treatment rooms,
a full-service hair and nail salon, indoor
lap pool, sauna and tness center. Try
the signature Skyline Experience which
offers a trilogy of luxurious skin and
body treatments over the course of four
relaxing hours.

HEALTH CLUB

&

ouston hotels are offering


guests more than a
comfortable bed these days,
adding exquisite spa treatments that
tempt travelers to stay an extra day.

SKYLINE SPA

RELAX AND
UNWIND AT
HOUSTONS TOP
HOTEL SPAS

Skyline Spa & Health Club

appointments are available upon


request. For those on the go, ZaSpa
offers express therapies for a lot
of relaxation with itty, bitty time
commitment. Try the Fatal Charms
Body Cocoon, which includes body
exfoliation, hot stone wrap, followed
by a Swedish massage.
THE GALLERIA
The Mediterranean-style TRELLIS,
the Spa at The Houstonian,
boasts an abundance of relaxing
amenities. The 17,000-square-foot
spa houses 21 treatment rooms
for massages, body treatments,
facials, nail services, waxing, tanning
and couples treatments. Custom
services are also available for
mothers and mothers-to-be, men
and teens.
Omni Houston Hotels MOKARA
offers a full menu of spa services
sure to rejuvenate and invigorate
the senses. The Mokara Spa is
7,100 square feet and includes a
full fitness center with views of
the pool area and swan pond. The
Spa features a couples treatment
room, wet treatment room and six
additional treatment rooms to enjoy

facials, body treatments, massages,


and nail services.
Located minutes from the Uptown/
Galleria area, THE SPA AT ST . REGIS
specializes in holistic treatments
such as Ayurvedic rituals, Shirodhara
and unique massage offerings. Also
available on a complimentary basis
for guests is the exercise room,
swimming pool and sundeck.

oor, offers guests a menu of Asian


and European-inspired treatments.

For more information on local


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GALVESTON
THE SPA AT THE HOTEL GALVEZ

opened in March 2008, offering


a tranquil escape for visitors to
the Gulf Coast town. Nestled
in the bottom oor of the property,
The Spa features a relaxation room,
meditation garden, eight treatment
rooms, as well as a full-service salon.
Arrive early to detox before your
treatment in the steam room.

SPA

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Situated on 30-acres, The San Luis


Resort complex is most often known
for its elaborate pool offerings,
restaurants and views of the Gulf, but
the property also boasts the popular
SPA SAN LUIS. In addition to the salon
and tness center, the full-service
spa, which is located on the ground

Spa by JW

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TEXAS
MEDICAL CENTER

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HERMANN PARK
Between pedal boating, golng and
riding the HERMANN PARK RAILROAD,
theres plenty to see and do in
Houstons 445-acre urban park. If its
tranquility youre after, stop by the
new MCGOVERN CENTENNIAL GARDENS.
The 15-acre site is a peaceful place
to relax. Take a walk through the rose
garden and stroll to the top of the
30-foot mount for a birds-eye view of
the space.

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COCKRELL BUTTERFLY CENTER


Located inside the HOUSTON MUSEUM
OF NATURAL SCIENCE, the COCKRELL
BUTTERFLY CENTER is worth the price
of admission. Guests are able to step
inside a living habitat thats home to
hundreds of vibrant butteries. The
three-story glass structure features

a 50-foot waterfall, exotic plants


and some of the worlds largest and
strangest arthropods.

etween appointments at
the TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER,
patients and guests will nd
plenty to do, all within minutes of the
worlds largest medical complex.
Read on for the areas tried and
true favorites.

MILLER OUTDOOR TEHATRE

HOW TO SPEND
YOUR DOWN
TIME NEAR THE
TEXAS MEDICAL
CENTER

Miller Outdoor Theatre

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COVERED
The breadth and depth of our care
is matched only by our reach.
12 State-of-the-Art Hospitals 2,900 Clinically Integrated Physicians
Womens Memorial Hermann Childrens Memorial Hermann Mischer Neuroscience Institute
TIRR Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation and Research Hospital* IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute
Texas Trauma Institute Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Co Home Care
Heart & Vascular Institute 80+ Outpatient Centers PaRC Prevention and Recovery Center

For a physician referral, call 713.272.1673


or visit us at memorialhermann.org

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THE DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN PRACTICING
MEDICINE AND
LEADING IT.
At Houston Methodist, Leading Medicine is more than a
description of what we do; its who we are. We take our
responsibility as Houstons premier health care system
seriously, and with a national reputation for excellence in
patient care, innovation and research, we hold ourselves
and the careers we build to a higher standard.
For clinical and non-clinical opportunities, visit:

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Houston Methodist is comprised of a nationally recognized
academic medical center and six community hospitals.
We are currently ranked in U.S. News & World Reports
Americas Best Hospitals list. For the ninth straight year
we have been named to FORTUNEs list of 100 Best
Companies to Work For, and have been also ranked
the No.1 hospital in Texas again!
Our success as an organization
is due to the diversity of our team.
We are an equal opportunity employer.

HOUSTON ZOO
More than 6,000 exotic animals, representing more
than 800 species, call the HOUSTON ZOO home. While
youre exploring the 55-acre expanse, experience the
wonders of Africa at the HOUSTON ZOOS AFRICAN
FOREST exhibit. The 6.5 acre, $40 million addition is
home to chimps, rhinos and giraffes.
MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE
Since 1923, MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE has been
a local (and national) favorite for free outdoor
performances. Located within HERMANN PARK,
the venue offers a seven month seasonApril to
Novemberof professional shows by Theatre Under
the Stars, the Houston Symphony and the University
of Houston, among others.
MUSEUM DISTRICT
From the activity-packed CHILDRENS MUSEUM to
the expansive MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, HOUSTON, the
citys Museum District appeals to visitors of all ages.
Meditate at the ROTHKO CHAPEL, celebrate science
at THE HEALTH MUSEUM, peruse world-renowned
exhibitions at the CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM
HOUSTON or visit one of the other cultural institutions
in the pedestrian-friendly district.
RICE UNIVERSITY
You dont have to be a student at Rice University to
appreciate the campus. Go for a run on the three-mile
trail that circles the college, explore the art installations
at RICE GALLERY or make a reservation to see the
sunset light show at JAMES TURRELLS TWILIGHT
EPIPHANY skyspace.
RICE VILLAGE
For a little retail therapy, venture to Rice Village.
where visitors will nd 16 blocks of shopping, dining
and nightlife. There, locally-owned boutiques mix
with national brands like BANANA REPUBLIC, URBAN
OUTFITTERS and HEMLINE. For a bite to eat, check out
COPPA OSTERIA, LOCAL FOODS and BENJYS.

Museum of Fine Arts

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BAY AREA
HOUSTON

KEMAH BOARDWALK

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MORE THAN
35 MILES OF
WATERFRONT
AWAITS VISITORS
IN THE BAY AREA

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Kemah Boardwalk

oak up the sun and Gulf


breezes in BAY AREA
HOUSTONthe boating
capital of Texas. Set between Houston
and Galveston, the region attracts
visitors for fresh seafood, water
recreation, stunning nature preserves
and one-of-a-kind attractions.
Located 15 miles from Hobby
Airport, the charming bayside region
consists of ve distinct cities along
35 miles of coastlineKEMAH, LEAGUE
CITY, NASSAU BAY, SEABROOK and
HOUSTON.
Set sail on CLEAR LAKE, a 2,000acre natural inlet of Galveston Bay
in the heart of Bay Area Houston.
As the nations third-largest pleasureboat basin, Clear Lake remains a
popular destination for shing tours,
dinner cruises and water sports.
Step aboard a schooner for a pirate
ship adventure, charter a luxury motor
or sailing yacht and rent
kayaks to explore natures bounty
along the coastline.
Theres plenty of fun on land, too.
Along KEMAH BOARDWALK, guests can
catch weekend concerts, ride the
roller coasters, select from a wide
variety of delicious dining options
and win a prize at one of the many
midway games.
The GREAT TEXAS COASTAL
BIRDING TRAIL provides nature
enthusiasts with an ecotourism
haven, as well as a rest stop for North
American migratory birds traveling
the Central Flyway. More than 10

miles of hiking trails throughout


Seabrook, nature and observation
trails at CLEAR CREEK NATURE CENTER
in League City and the 2,500-acre
ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CENTER
WILDLIFE PRESERVE serve as host
to more than 300 species of birds,
mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
Bay Area Houston is the place
to discover the universe. Home
to Mission Control and astronaut
training, NASA-JOHNSON SPACE
CENTER and SPACE CENTER HOUSTON
are equal parts science theme park
and space travel museum. Guests
can experience IMAX lms, glimpse
a mock spacecraft, enjoy hands-on
activities and get a behind-the-scenes
tour of human space ight in action.
Visit the place where Sam
Houston led the battle for Texas
independence from Mexico in 1836
at SAN JACINTO BATTLEGROUND STATE
HISTORIC SITE. Ascend to the top of
the 570-foot monument or go aboard
the USS TEXAS, the only remaining
battleship that served in both world
wars and was the rst U.S. battleship
established as a oating museum.
Bay Area Houston also offers
plenty of shopping opportunities,
toofrom cozy cottages touting
homemade wares and antique stores
in old Seabrook, historic League
City and the KEMAH LIGHTHOUSE
DISTRICT where you can nd eclectic
boutiques full of one-of-a-kind
coastal gifts, souvenirs, collectibles
and home dcor.

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Armand Bayou Nature Center

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Visitors staying in Bay Area Houston will nd
accommodations that meet all tastes and budgets. Mix
romance and adventure in a unique boat-and-breakfast
vacation or consider one of the more than 24 hotels and
9 intimate bed and breakfast inns and guest houses.
For more information, visit Bay Area Houston online at
VisitBayAreaHouston.com. H

BAY AREA HOUSTON OFFICIAL


VISITOR CENTER
The Bay Area Houston Visitor Information
Center offers details on lodging, dining,
shopping and attractions. Visitors can snag
maps, coupons, brochures and discount tickets
to Space Center Houston, Kemah Boardwalk,
Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Armand Bayou
Nature Center and Moody Gardens.
Call (281) 474-9700 or visit
www.VisitBayAreaHouston.com

NASSAU BAY
(281) 333-4211, www.nassaubay.com
SEABROOK
(281) 474-2425, www.seabrooktourism.com

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ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CENTER

LEAGUE CITY

(281) 338-7339, www.visitleaguecity.com

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KEMAH
(281) 334-1611, www.kemah-tx.gov

PERFECTGETAWAY
The Kemah Boardwalk is the perfect combination
of great food, a spectacular atmosphere and family fun.
Make the Boardwalk your favorite destination!
Waterfront Restaurants Boutique Hotel Amusement Rides
Stingray Reef & Exhibits Boardwalk FantaSea Yacht Dinner Cruises
Live Entertainment Speedboat Thrill Ride Banquet Rooms Iron Eagle Zipline
Unique Retail Stores Midway Games Arcade Special Events Marina

C A LE N D A R O F E V E NT S ONL INE
215 KIPP AVENUE
KEMAH, TX 77565
281-535-8100
KEMAHBOARDWALK.COM
Just minutes from Houston
on Galveston Bay.

STAY THE WEEKEND!


281.334.9880

Food, Fun and entertainment for the whole family!


KATY MILLS
281.644.6200

galleria
713.840.1088
www.rainforestcafe.com

galveston
409.744.6000

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shopping, dining and visiting museums


and galleries. Today, guests perusing the
area will still nd the classic spots that
have always contributed to Galvestons
long-time appeal, as well as a mix of new
businesses. On The Strand, LA KINGS
CONFECTIONERY and HENDLEY MARKET
continue to tempt those passing by,
as does the fashion-forward HEAD TO
FOOTSIES BOUTIQUE.
A couple of blocks away, the TEXAS
SEAPORT MUSEUM and the 1877 TALL
SHIP ELISSA are also popular attractions,
as is THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE,
which has survived a century of storms
and been fully restored.
Along the seawall, visitors nd
another homage to the citys past
at the GALVESTON ISLAND HISTORIC
PLEASURE PIER. The boardwalk-style
amusement park stands where the

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GALVESTON CVB

alveston Islands temperate


weather and Gulf breezes
make the historic beach
town a must-visit destination less than
an hour from Houston.
While the islands 32 miles of
beaches are an attractive amenity,
Galvestons historic architecture is
equally popular. On Broadway Avenue,
the castle-like BISHOPS PALACE draws
crowds for daily tours. The mansion
was cited by the American Institute
of Architects as one of the most
important buildings in the United States.
Guests also marvel at the islands
many Victorian-era houses on historic
architectural tours offered by the
GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION.
The HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
DISTRICTlocated near the CRUISE SHIP
TERMINALis a great destination for

HISTORY AND
ADVENTURE
CONVERGE ON
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PLEASURE PIER

GALVESTON

Galveston Island
Historic Pleasure Pier

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Yourself

H2o POOLSIDE ULTRA LOUNGE

Galveston Style

32 ACRE BEACHFRONT RESORT WITH 700 GUESTROOMS & 10 RESTAURANTS

GROTTO RISTORANTE

H2o poolside ultra lounge with repit


Award-Winning restaurant, The Steakhouse
Guests can purchase discount Pleasure Pier tickets
Private cabana rentals
Heated pools with swim-up bar
Luxurious Spa San Luis

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exploring the numerous attractions that make Galveston so special.

BUY AT WWW.GALVESTONISLANDPASS.COM

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GALVESTON
ISLAND PASS
This spring break, Galveston Island will provide
tourists with a passport to adventure and
savings with the Galveston Island Pass. The
pass allows visitors to experience multiple
Galveston attractions on one ticket and save
up to 40 percent off regular admission prices.
Participating attractions include:

61st Street Fishing Pier


Artist Boat Kayak Tours
Cool Tours
Fantastic Galveston Race
Galveston Railroad Museum
Haunted Mayeld Manor
Lone Star Flight Museum
Moody Gardens Aquarium Pyramid
Moody Gardens Rainforest Pyramid
Moody Mansion
Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast
The Grand 1894 Opera House Tour

For more information and to purchase a pass,


visit galvestonislandpass.com.

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THE 1892

modern guest rooms overlooking the Gulf of Mexico,


as well as a heated pool and swim-up bar. For a classic
experience, HOTEL GALVEZ is the only beachfront historic
hotel on the Texas Gulf Coast.

GALVESTON BEACH

citys original pleasure pier stood from 1943 until 1961,


before being destroyed by Hurricane Carla. The $60 million
project stretches approximately 1,130 feet over the Gulf
of Mexicomore than three football elds in lengthand
provides the area with family-oriented attractions, including
16 rides, games, retail shops and food venues like BUBBA
GUMP SHRIMP CO.
The opposite end of the island offers adventures of
a different sort. See the wildlife hidden inside MOODY
GARDENS three glass pyramids. Explore the Discovery
Pyramid for science-based exhibits and the Aquarium
Pyramid to see sharks, penguins, seals and other marine life
from around the world. Experience the adventures of the
Rainforest Pyramid with free-roaming monkeys, sloths and
tropical birds.
Accommodations, ne dining and luxurious spa
treatments are steps away at MOODY GARDENS HOTEL
& SPA. While in the area, check out SCHLITTERBAHN
GALVESTON ISLAND WATERPARK for 26 fun-lled acres of
year-round entertainment.
Additional overnight accommodations in Galveston
range from budget-friendly motels to luxury resorts,
historic hotels, condominiums, beach house rentals and
bed-and-breakfast inns. For those looking to stay waterside,
the 16-story SAN LUIS RESORT offers 250 well-appointed

16 Amusement Rides
Midway Games
Shopping
Live Music
Kiddie Big Top Area
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Gump on the Run To Go
Pier Party Zone
Group Events & Packages
Much More!

2501 Seawall Blvd Galveston Island, TX 77550


409.766.4950 855.789.7437
pleasurepier.com

LAND MARRIOTT TOWN SQUARE HOTEL

& CONFERENCE CENTER.


Beyond the citys shopping scene,
Sugar Land also boasts world-class
performing arts, educational exhibits
and plenty of year-round actionpacked entertainment.
At HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL
SCIENCE AT SUGAR LAND, guests can
experience a face-to-face encounter
with Devil Rex or enjoy an outerspace adventure in the Hall of Space
Science. The museums 2,000 gallon
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salt-water aquarium houses a wide


variety of aquatic life including tangs,
buttery sh, live coral and sea
anemones.
Afterwards, continue the curiosity
at TECHNO CHAOS. Located minutes
away, the spot leverages play and
robotic competitions to foster
teamwork, problem solving and
creativity. Groups can host parties,
camps, and classes that incorporate
Legos, robot-building, 3D printing and
other thought-provoking activities.
Later, culture vultures can snag a
seat at the nearly 100-year-old SUGAR
LAND AUDITORIUM, which was recently
restored. The landmark theater is
the scene of local performances and
public and private events.
The active set has plenty to keep
it busy, too. In 2012, the City of
Sugar Land opened its $35-million
CONSTELLATION FIELD. Home to the
SUGAR LAND SKEETERSthe areas
minor-league baseball teamthe
multipurpose facility hosts football,
soccer and lacrosse games, as well as
concerts and nonsporting events.
Inside, at SUGAR LAND ICE & SPORTS
CENTER, locals can watch hockey
games and skating competitions, hit
the rink for an afternoon of iceskating, host a special event or cheer
on the SUGAR LAND IMPERIALS 3HL
hockey team.

For more activities, events and fun


things to do in Sugar Land, log on to
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mall-town Texas charm and


cosmopolitan allure strikes
a balance in Sugar Land.
Located southwest of Houston, Sugar
Land engages visitors with ne dining,
accommodations and entertainment
options, as well as championship golf
courses, shopping centers and familyfriendly events.
More than 900 retail and restaurant
options await guests in the city of
Sugar Land. At FIRST COLONY MALL,
national brands and specialty stores
share space with dining destinations.
Nearby, at the MARKET AT TOWN
CENTER, a popular NORDSTROM RACK
and SAKS FIFTH AVENUE OFF 5TH draw
fashionable fans for discounted
designer clothing.
Within walking distance, at SUGAR
LAND TOWN SQUARE, dining, shopping
and nightlife combine in a pedestrianfriendly plaza. The expansive
development provides residents
and visitors with a destination for
activities, restaurants and hotel
accommodations, such as the SUGAR

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Here Skeeters carry bats,


dinosaurs guard a prison and
the shopping is absolutely epic.

Historic, fun and full of unexpected treasures, Sugar Land has it all. From pro baseball and
prehistoric behemoths, to luxurious accommodations, gorgeous green spaces, world-class
shopping, cultural events and exquisite dining, Sugar Land is an eclectic mix of small town
charm and cosmopolitan flair thats just minutes from Houston. Explore Sugar Land and
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When the sun goes down, the


nightlife in The Woodlands comes
alive. At WATERWAY SQUARE, unwind
at GOOSES ACRE, a genuine Irish pub
which operated in Ireland for 100 years,
only to be completely dismantled and
brought to The Woodlands. Step into
style in the 1492 LOUNGE BAR, the
CRUSH WINE LOUNGE or one of several
other night spots.
Regardless when you visit, theres a
good chance youll nd great live music
on stage at one of the areas concert
venues, from THE CYNTHIA WOODS
MITCHELL PAVILION to performances at
Waterway Square, Market Street and
area cafes and bars.
While in The Woodlands, grab a
seat on a WATERWAY TROLLEY, a free
service with stops throughout The
Woodlands Town Center, or hop aboard
a WATERWAY CRUISER for a trip down
The Woodlands Waterway.
The Woodlands also offers visitors
a variety of hotel choices to suit
any travelers needs. Enjoy THE
WOODLANDS RESORT with its Forest
Oasis Waterscape and on-property,
championship golf courses; the
sophisticated, four-diamond HYATT
MARKET STREET boutique hotel; THE
WOODLANDS WATERWAY MARRIOTT
HOTEL & CONVWENTION CENTER,
another four-diamond property; an
all-new HYATT PLACE or THE WESTIN
THE WOODLANDSa 302-room luxury
property that will open in late 2015.

For more information, log on to


VisitTheWoodlands.com. H
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WOODLANDS CVB

amed by Travel +
Leisure magazine as
one of Americas
Coolest Suburbs Worth a Visit,
The Woodlands offers vacationing
families and business travelers
more than eight million square feet
of shopping, dining, hospitality and
entertainment.
Located 30 minutes north of
Houston, The Woodlands is home
to four-diamond hotels, worldrenowned shopping, award-winning
restaurants, fun nightspots, golf, nature
trails and more all nestled among
28,000 acres of forest preserve.
When it comes to shopping,
The Woodlands presents a unique
combination of charming boutiques
and iconic retailers more than 460
all told. Perhaps thats why the readers
of Southern Living magazine voted
the area as One of Americas Best
Shopping Destinations.
At MARKET STREET, stroll through
this Main Street-styled shopping,
dining and entertainment destination
with more than 70 fashion boutiques
and restaurants. Nearby, THE
WOODLANDS MALL features more
than 180 stores from the most popular
names in retail.
The Woodlands also offers dining
options to suit any occasion and budget.
Dine al fresco along THE WOODLANDS
WATERWAY, enjoy cuisine from awardwinning chefs in one of the areas many
ne-dining spots and casual eateries.
Or enjoy a private dinner cruise catered
by Landrys on a climate-controlled
WATERWAY CRUISER.

A THRIVING
LEISURE ESCAPE,
JUST NORTH OF
HOUSTON

Waterway Square

WATERWAY SQUARE

WOODLANDS

FAR FROM ORDINARY. CLOSE TO PERFECT.

Welcome to The Woodlands. A masterfully planned community


of shopping, dining, hospitality, entertainment, and most of all,
living. We invite you to come experience your own picture perfect
moments and to register to win a free weekend getaway
at VisitTheWoodlands.com.

OUTDOORS
SEEKING SOME
FRESH AIR?
H-TOWN HAS
OUTDOOR
OPTIONS
APLENTY

ith more than


300 miles of
trails, 165 public
and private golf courses and 50,632
acres of parkland, Houston offers
endless opportunities to soak up the
great outdoors.

RUN Crank up the cardio with healthconscious Houstonians at MEMORIAL

PARK. The 1,500-acre urban expanse

offers more than just golf, swimming,


hiking and cyclingit also contains 20
miles of trails. Jonesing for more?
TERRY HERSHEY PARK, BUFFALO BAYOU
PARK, CULLEN PARK and GEORGE BUSH
PARK are also among locals faves.

Discovery Green

performances, special events and pictureperfect settings draw fans year-round. If


youre near the Museum District, pay a
visit to Hermann Parks new MCGOVERN
CENTENNIAL GARDENS. The 15-acre site
features a rose garden, interactive family
garden, as well as a public art promenade.
For more information on parks and
outdoors, log on to VisitHouston.com/
Outdoors. H

EXPLORE Channel your inner

eco-tourist inside the Loop at the

HOUSTON ARBORETUM & NATURE

CENTER. The preserve provides visitors

LOUNGE Skip the workout and kick


back instead at DISCOVERY GREEN,
MARKET SQUARE PARK or MILLER
OUTDOOR THEATRE, where free
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DISCOVERY GREEN

SHANNON O HARA

with shaded hiking trails, wildlife and


classes for all ages. For more area
scenery, kayak or canoe through the
meandering channels of ARMAND
BAYOU NATURE CENTER, spot alligators
sunning at BRAZOS BEND STATE PARK
or go birding along the UPPER TEXAS
COAST WILDLIFE TRAIL.

GETTING AROUND
LEARN THE
SECRET TO
NAVIGATING
THE CITY LIKE
A LOCAL

espite being the nations


fourth-largest city, Houston
is easy to explore, even
for non-natives. Though the metros
10,062-square-miles might seem daunting,
H-Towns easy-to-access interstates
and highways, along with expanded
transportation options, make getting
around a breeze.
METRORAIL/BUSES If youre going
somewhere in H-Town, chances are one
of the citys 1,230 buses is headed your
direction. For $1.25, the METRO offers
one-way service throughout the city.
Theres also METRORail, which connects
Downtown Houston and NRG Park. The
wheelchair and stroller-friendly line also
serves Midtown, the Museum District,
Hermann Park, EaDo and the Texas
Medical Center.

METRORAIL

DEBORA SMAIL

RENTAL CARS The $135 million


consolidated rental car facility at Bush
Intercontinental Airport (IAH) centralizes
the operations of nine national rental
car companies, providing a modern
and efcient system for air travelers to
secure a rental car. At Hobby Airport
(HOU), passengers nd eight major
rental car companies represented at
booths in the baggage claim area.
SHUTTLES SuperShuttle provides
ground transportation services at IAH and

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METRORail

HOU. The service takes reservations and


transports travelers between Houstons
major business and entertainment districts
and the airport. Several airport-area hotels
also offer courtesy van pick-up. Passengers
can nd courtesy telephones in the
baggage claim area of the airports.
JITNEY Need to get around Houston for
a special event or a night on the town?
Catch The Wavea taxi, limo and public
bus hybrid that provides patrons with a
xed-rate, xed-route circulator.
TAXI CABS Nabbing one of the 2,400
cabs in Houstons eet recently got easier
with an increased number of Downtown
taxi stands and hailing cab zones. The city
has also authorized a at $6 fare for rides
within the Central Business District. Of
course, if you have a smartphone, Yellow
Cabs Hail-A-Cab app and Lone Star Cab
Co.s Curb app both make it simple to
catch a ride quickly and easily.
RIDE SHARING Houston was the rst city
in Texas to approve ride-sharing services
like Uber. The alternative transportation
company allows users to request rides
via smartphone app. Learn more and
download the app at uber.com.
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GHVCB PLATINUM MEMBERS

INDEX
BY MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY
ACCOMMODATIONS ....................................................................................................54
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT............................................................................................57
ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES .....................................................................................60
BUSINESS SERVICES.......................................................................................................63
CIVIC & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS ..........................................................69
DINING & RESTAURANTS .............................................................................................72
NIGHTLIFE ............................................................................................................................77
SHOPPING ............................................................................................................................78
TRANSPORTATION ..........................................................................................................79

ACCOMMODATIONS
BED & BREAKFAST
SARAS BED & BREAKFAST INN, (713) 868-1130, www.saras.com
SILVER SYCAMORE, (713) 304-4665, www.silversycamore.com
DOWNTOWN
ATHENS HOTEL SUITES, (713) 739-1960
www.athenshotelsuites.com
BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES - DOWNTOWN, (713) 571-7733
www.bwdowntown.com
CLUB QUARTERS, (713) 224-6400, www.clubquarters.com
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - DOWNTOWN, (832) 366-1600
www.courtyardhoustondowntown.com
CROWNE PLAZA HOUSTON - DOWNTOWN, (713) 739-8800
www.cpdowntown.com
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOUSTON DOWNTOWN, (713) 759-0202
www.houstondowntown.doubletree.com
EMBASSY SUITES HOUSTON - DOWNTOWN, (713) 739-9100
www.houstondowntown.embassysuites.com
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL - HOUSTON, (713) 650-1300
www.fourseasons.com/houston

GHVCB GOLD MEMBERS

GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER, (713) 853-8000


www.houstonconventionctr.com
HI-HOUSTON: THE MORTY RICH HOSTEL, (713) 636-9776
hiusa.org/houston
HILTON AMERICAS - HOUSTON, (713) 739-8000
www.americashouston.hilton.com
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES - DOWNTOWN
(713) 652-9400, www.hiexpress.com/houdowntwn
HOTEL ICON, (713) 224-4266, www.hotelicon.com
HOWARD JOHNSON EXPRESS, (713) 861-9000, www.hojo.com
HYATT REGENCY HOUSTON, (713) 654-1234
www.hyattregencyhouston.com
JW MARRIOTT HOUSTON DOWNTOWN, (713) 237-1111
www.marriott.com
LA MAISON IN MIDTOWN, (713) 529-3600
www.lamaisonmidtown.com
MARRIOTT MARQUIS, (954) 868-1355, www.houstonconventionctr.com
RESIDENCE INN HOUSTON DOWNTOWN/CONVENTION CENTER
(832) 366-1000, www.marriott.com/hourd
THE SAM HOUSTON HOTEL, (832) 200-8800
www.thesamhoustonhotel.com
SLEEP INN & SUITES - DOWNTOWN, (713) 862-6300
www.choicehotels.com
SPRINGHILL SUITES HOUSTON DOWNTOWN CONVENTION
CENTER, (713) 576-2284, www.marriott.com/springhill-suites

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THE LANCASTER HOUSTON HOTEL, (713) 228-9500


www.thelancaster.com

HILTON HOUSTON POST OAK, (713) 961-9300


www.houstonpostoak.hilton.com

THE MAGNOLIA HOTEL, (713) 221-0011, www.magnoliahotels.co

HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON NEAR THE GALLERIA


(713) 439-1305, www.houstongalleria.homewoodsuites.com

WESTIN HOUSTON DOWNTOWN, (713) 228-1520


www.westinhoustondowntown.com
MUSEUM DISTRICT / MEDICAL CENTER
HAMPTON INN & SUITES HOUSTON - MEDICAL CENTER/ NRG
PARK, (713) 797-0040, www.hamptoninnhoustonmedicalcenter.com
HILTON HOUSTON PLAZA, (713) 313-4658
www.houstonplaza.hilton.com
HOTEL ZAZA - HOUSTON, (713) 526-1991
www.hotelzazahouston.com
HOUSTON MARRIOTT MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 796-0080
www.houstonmarriottmedicalcenter.com
LA COLOMBE DOR HOTEL & RESTAURANT, (713) 469-4750
www.lacolombedor.com

HOTEL DEREK, (713) 961-3000, www.hotelderek.com


HOTEL GRANDUCA, (713) 418-1000, www.granducahouston.com
HOTEL INDIGO HOUSTON AT THE GALLERIA, (713) 621-8988
www.uptownhoustonhotel.com
HOUSTON MARRIOTT WEST LOOP BY THE GALLERIA
(713) 960-0111, www.marriott.com
HOUSTONIAN HOTEL, CLUB & SPA, THE, (713) 680-2626
www.houstonian.com
HYATT HOUSE - HOUSTON GALLERIA, (713) 629-9711
www.houstongalleria.house.hyatt.com
JW MARRIOTT HOUSTON, (713) 961-1500
www.jwmarriotthouston.com
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES - GALLERIA, (713) 355-3440, www.lq.com

RESIDENCE INN HOUSTON-WEST UNIVERSITY, (713) 661-4660


www.marriott.com/houbf

LA QUINTA INN GREENWAY PLAZA, (713) 623-4750, 505.lq.com

SCOTTISH INNS & SUITES, (713) 795-9100, www.lodginghouston.com

OMNI HOUSTON HOTEL, (713) 871-8181, www.omnihotels.com

SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT - MEDICAL CENTER/NRG PARK


(713) 796-1000, www.marriott.com/hourp

RESIDENCE INN HOUSTON BY THE GALLERIA, (713) 840-9757


www.residenceinn.com/hougl

WYNDHAM HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER HOTEL & SUITES


(713) 528-7744, www.wyndhamhoustonmedcenter.com

ROYAL SONESTA HOTEL HOUSTON, (713) 627-7600


www.sonesta.com/royalhouston

NRG PARK
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN NRG PARK/MEDICAL CENTER
(713) 666-1411, www.americasbestvalueinn.com
COMFORT SUITES - NRG PARK/MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 668-1436
www.comfortsuites.com
CROWNE PLAZA HOUSTON NEAR NRG PARK, (713) 748-3221
www.houcp.com
HOLIDAY INN HOUSTON BY NRG PARK, (713) 790-1900
www.hireliantparkhotel.com
LAKE VIEW RV RESORT, (713) 723-0973, www.lakeviewrvresort.com
NRG PARK (832) 667-1400, www.nrgpark.com
UPTOWN / GALLERIA / GREENWAY

SHERATON SUITES HOUSTON NEAR THE GALLERIA


(713) 586-2444, www.sheratonsuiteshouston.com
SONESTA ES SUITES HOUSTON, (713) 355-8888, www.sonesta.com
THE ST. REGIS HOUSTON, (713) 840-7600
www.stregishoustonhotel.com
THE WESTIN GALLERIA & WESTIN OAKS HOUSTON
(713) 960-8100, www.westin.com/galleria
SOUTHWEST / SUGAR LAND / FORT BEND
COMFORT INN S W FREEWAY, (713) 776-2633
www.choicehotels.com/txg42
COMFORT SUITES STAFFORD, (281) 565-5566
www.comfortsuitessugarland.com

ALOFT HOUSTON, (713) 622-7010, www.alofthoustongalleria.com

CROWNE PLAZA SUITES HOUSTON - NEAR SUGAR LAND


(713) 995-0123, www.crowneplazasuites.com

COMFORT SUITES - GALLERIA, (713) 787-0004


www.myhoustonhotels.com

FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON HOUSTON SOUTHWEST


(713) 942-2111, www.fourpoints.com/houstonsouthwest

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON GALLERIA, (713) 622-3611


www.marriott.com

HAMPTON INN & SUITES - SUGAR LAND, (281) 208-7901


www.missouricitysuites.hamptoninn.com

CROWNE PLAZA HOUSTON GALLERIA, (713) 680-2222


www.crowneplaza.com/hougalleria

HILTON HOUSTON SOUTHWEST HOTEL, (713) 977-7911


www.houstonsouthwest.hilton.com

CROWNE PLAZA HOUSTON RIVER OAKS, (713) 523-8448


www.crowneplaza.com/houriveroaks
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOUSTON GREENWAY PLAZA
(713) 850-2301, doubletree3.hilton.com
DOUBLETREE SUITES BY HILTON HOUSTON BY THE GALLERIA
(713) 961-9000, www.houstonsuites.doubletree.com
DRURY INN & SUITES HOUSTON GALLERIA, (713) 963-0700
www.druryinn.com
EMBASSY SUITES HOUSTON NEAR THE GALLERIA, (713) 626-5444
www.houstongalleria.embassysuites.com
HAMPTON INN HOUSTON BY THE GALLERIA, (713) 871-9911
www.hampton-inn.com
HAMPTON INN HOUSTON I-10 CENTRAL, (713) 869-9211
www.houstoni10centralsuites.hamptoninn.com
HILTON GARDEN INN - HOUSTON GALLERIA, (713) 629-0101
www.houstongalleriaarea.hgi.com

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WEST HOUSTON / ENERGY CORRIDOR / KATY


COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON WEST ENERGY CORRIDOR
(281) 496-9090, www.marriott.com/houwk
DRURY INN - HOUSTON WEST, (281) 558-7007, www.druryhotels.com
EMBASSY SUITES HOUSTON - ENERGY CORRIDOR
(281) 531-7300, www.embassysuiteshouston.com
HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON ENERGY CORRIDOR
(281) 531-0220, www.houstonenergycorridor.hgi.com
HILTON HOUSTON - WESTCHASE, (713) 974-1000
www.westchase.hilton.com
HOLIDAY INN HOUSTON WESTCHASE, (713) 532-5400
www.holidayinn.com/hou-westchase
HOLIDAY INN WESTWAY PARK, (713) 996-8200
www.holidayinn.com/houstonwestway
HOTEL SORELLA, A VALENCIA GROUP HOTEL, (713) 973-1600
www.hotelsorella.com

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DIRECTORY
PLATINUM MEMBER

GOLD MEMBER

HOUSTON MARRIOTT NORTH, (281) 875-4000


www.marriott.com/hougp
SILVER MEMBER

HOUSTON MARRIOTT ENERGY CORRIDOR, (281) 829-5525


www.houstonmarriottenergycorridor.com
HOUSTON MARRIOTT WESTCHASE, (713) 978-7400
www.marriott.com/houwm
HYATT HOUSE - WEST ENERGY CORRIDOR, (281) 646-9990
www.hyatthousehoustonwest.com
OMNI HOUSTON HOTEL AT WESTSIDE, (281) 558-8338
www.omniwestside.com
RED ROOF INN HOUSTON WESTCHASE, (713) 785-9909
www.redroof.com
RESIDENCE INN HOUSTON I-10 WEST, (281) 829-2600
www.marriott.com
THE WESTIN HOUSTON, MEMORIAL CITY, (281) 501-4300
www.westinhoustonmemorialcity.com
THE WYNDHAM HOUSTON WEST - ENERGY CORRIDOR
(281) 558-5580, www.wyndhamhoustonwest.com
NORTHWEST
BEST WESTERN PLUS NORTHWEST INN & SUITES, (713) 290-1400
www.bestwestern.com/plusnorthwestinnandsuites
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - BROOKHOLLOW, (713) 688-7711
www.marriott.com/houcy
CROWNE PLAZA HOUSTON NORTHWEST BROOKHOLLOW
(713) 462-9977, www.cphoustontx.com
DAYS INN HOUSTON - NORTHWEST, (832) 487-0730
www.daysinn.com
ELEMENT BY WESTIN HOUSTON VINTAGE PARK, (281) 379-7300
www.elementhoustonvintagepark.com
HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON - NORTHWEST AMERICA PLAZA
(713) 896-6700, www.northwesthilton.com
HILTON GARDEN INN HOUSTON NORTHWEST, (832) 912-1000
www.hiltonhouston.com
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON - HOUSTON/WILLOWBROOK
MALL, (281) 955-5200, www.homewood-suites.com
INN AT DOS BRISAS, THE (979) 277-7750, www.dosbrisas.com
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES HOUSTON WILLOWBROOK
(832) 617-5757, www.lq.com
LA QUINTA INN NORTHWEST/BROOKHOLLOW, (713) 680-8282
www.laquinta.com
LA QUINTA INNS, (817) 488-1692, www.laquinta.com
QUALITY INN & SUITES - NORTHWEST, (713) 957-8222
www.choicehotels.com
SHERATON HOUSTON BROOKHOLLOW, (713) 688-0100
www.sheraton.com/houstonbrookhollow
STAYBRIDGE SUITES - WILLOWBROOK, (281) 807-3700
www.staybridge.com/willowbrook
IAH / GREENSPOINT
BAYMONT INN & SUITES, (281) 820-2101, www.baymontinn.com
BEST WESTERN PLUS NORTH HOUSTON INN & SUITES
(281) 873-7575, www.bestwestern.com
DOUBLETREE HOTEL HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL AIRPORT
(281) 848-4000, www.houstonintercontinentalairport.doubletree.com
HAMPTON INN HOUSTON - HUMBLE, (281) 446-4800
www.hamptoninnhumble.com

HYATT NORTH HOUSTON, (281) 249-1234, northhouston.hyatt.com


HYATT PLACE BUSH INTERCONTINENTAL AIRPORT
(281) 820-6060, www.hyattplace.com
LA QUINTA INN AND SUITES BUSH INTERCONTINENTAL
AIRPORT SOUTH, (281) 219-2000, 178.lq.com
LA QUINTA INN KINGWOOD, (281) 359-6611, www.lq.com/kingwood
PARK INN BY RADISSON, (281) 931-0101
www.parkinn.com/hotel-houstonnorth
SHERATON NORTH HOUSTON, (281) 442-5100
www.sheraton.com/northhouston
NORTH HOUSTON
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - KINGWOOD, (281) 973-1790
www.marriott.com/houkw
LA TORRETTA LAKE RESORT & SPA, (936) 448-4400
www.latorrettalakeresort.com
THE WOODLANDS RESORT AND CONFERENCE CENTER
(888) 692-5268, www.woodlandsresort.com
THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY MARRIOTT HOTEL &
CONVENTION CENTER, (281) 367-9797, www.marriott.com
HOBBY AIRPORT / SOUTHEAST
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON HOBBY, (713) 910-1700
www.marriott.com/houhb
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOUSTON HOBBY AIRPORT
(713) 645-3000, houstonhobbyairport.hilton.com
DRURY INN & SUITES HOUSTON HOBBY, (713) 941-4300
www.druryhotels.com
HAMPTON INN - HOUSTON HOBBY AIRPORT, (713) 641-6400
www.houstonhobbyairport.hamptoninn.com
HILTON UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON, (832) 531-6300
www.universityofhouston.hilton.com
HOLIDAY INN HOUSTON HOBBY AIRPORT, (713) 946-8900
www.holidayinn.com/houstonhobby
HOUSTON MARRIOTT SOUTH AT HOBBY AIRPORT, (713) 943-7979
www.marriott.com/houhh
EAST HOUSTON / BAYTOWN / CHANNELVIEW
DAYS INN HOUSTON, (713) 670-0291, www.daysinnhouston.com
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES - I-10 EAST, (713) 451-0009
www.6086.lq.com
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES HOUSTON CHANNELVIEW
(281) 452-4402, 6489.lq.com
BAY AREA / GALVESTON / SOUTH OF HOUSTON
HILTON GALVESTON ISLAND RESORT
5400 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77551
409-744-5000
www.galvestonhilton.com
Our AAA Four Diamond award-winning
resort is vibrant with energy and nestled
along famed Seawall Boulevard. Hilton
Galveston Island Resort boasts tastefullyappointed beachfront suites, seductive
dining experiences and easy access for
those who want to explore the city, enjoy
a day at the Historic Pleasure Pier or play
on the islands beautiful beaches.

HILTON HOUSTON NORTH, (281) 875-2222


www.hiltonhoustonhotel.com
HOUSTON AIRPORT MARRIOTT AT GEORGE BUSH
INTERCONTINENTAL, (281) 443-2310, marriott.com/iahap

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HOLIDAY INN RESORT GALVESTONON


THE BEACH
5002 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77551
409-740-5300
www.galvestonholidayinn.com
Find your beachfront oasis at Holiday Inn
Resort Galveston On the Beach. Located
along Galvestons Seawall Boulevard and
just steps from beautiful beaches and a
magnicent pool, our resort is your family
destination. Kids eat and stay free and
are invited to play in our Kids Arcade.

THE SAN LUIS RESORT, SPA &


CONFERENCE CENTER
5222 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX 77551
409-744-1500
www.sanluisresort.com
The 32-acre San Luis Resort offers over
700 guest rooms, relaxing beach front
accommodations and unparalleled
hospitality, dining and entertainment
amenities. The San Luis Resort consists
of The San Luis Hotel, Spa & Conference
Center, Hilton Galveston Island Resort
and Holiday Inn Resort on the Beach.

BAY AREA HOUSTON CVB, (281) 474-9700


www.visitbayareahouston.com
HOLIDAY INN CLUB VACATIONS GALVESTON BEACH RESORT
(407) 905-1606, www.holidayinn.com
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES HOUSTON SOUTH
(713) 434-7373, hiexhoustonsouth.com
HOTEL GALVEZ - A WYNDHAM HISTORIC HOTEL
(409) 765-7721, www.wyndham.com
KEMAH BOARDWALK INN
(281) 334-9880, www.kemahboardwalkinn.com
MOODY GARDENS HOTEL, SPA & CONVENTION CENTER
(409) 741-8484, www.moodygardenshotel.com

HOUSTON CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY CRAFT

SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER


(281) 334-1000, www.sshr.com
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT HOUSTON/CLEAR LAKE/
WEBSTER, (281) 332-2999, www.springhillsuiteswebster.com
THE SAN LUIS RESORT, SPA & CONFERENCE CENTER
(409) 744-1500, www.sanluisresort.com
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
ART GALLERIES
JUMPER MAYBACH FINE ART
238 W. 19th St., Suite JM
Houston, TX 77008
832-523-4249
www.jumpermaybach.com
International celebrity artist and
contemporary painter, Jumper Maybach,
begins each painting with a spark of
spirituality. His clown persona and
passion to end intolerance ensures that
each work of art is a perfect blend of
color and meaning. Do you own a Jumper
Maybach, yet?

Dining
and
Discourse

A Discussion in Three Courses

ARCHWAY GALLERY, (713) 522-2409, www.archwaygallery.com

February 6 - May 10, 2015

ART LEAGUE HOUSTON, (713) 523-9530, www.artleaguehouston.org


ASIA SOCIETY TEXAS CENTER, (713) 439-0051, asiasociety.org/texas
BAYOU BEND COLLECTION AND GARDENS, (713) 639-7750
www.mfah.org/bayoubend
BLAFFER ART MUSEUM, (713) 743-9530, www.blafferartmuseum.org
CHAPEL OF ST. BASIL, (713) 525-3119, www.stthom.edu

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4848 Main St, Houston, Texas 77002 | 713.529.4848 | www.crafthouston.org


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CIRQUE IMAGINATION, (713) 592-0755, www.cirqueimagination.com

GOLD MEMBER

SILVER MEMBER

HOUSTON CHAMBER CHOIR

ROBERT SIMPSON, FOUNDER & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER OF HOUSTON, (713) 523-9710


www.cmchouston.org
CONRAD JOHNSON ORCHESTRA, (281) 725-4863
www.conradjohnsonorchestra.com
COSMO COOL CONCEPTS, INC., A DMC NETWORK
(713) 863-1800, www.cosmocoolconcepts.com
CSZ HOUSTON, (713) 868-1444, www.cszhouston.com
DANCE HOUSTON, (713) 526-1049, www.dancehouston.org
DIVISI STRINGS LLC, (713) 229-8663, www.divisistrings.com
FROWBIZ PRODUCTIONS, (713) 683-0073, www.frowbiz.com
GARY-MICHAEL DAHL BAND, (713) 782-3348
www.garymichaeldahlband.com

The Voices
of Houston

GET THE MIX D J ENTERTAINMENT SERVICE, (972) 616-6134


www.getthemixdj.com
GULF COAST ENTERTAINMENT, (713) 523-7004
www.gulfcoastentertainment.com
HOUSTON CHORAL SHOWCASE, (281) 346-0161
www.houstonchoralshowcase.org
HOUSTON GRAND OPERA, (713) 546-0200
www.houstongrandopera.org

The Houston Chamber Choir again conrmed itself


as one of the JEWELS of the citys cultural scene.
Everett Evans, Houston Chronicle

Baltic Sea Change

February 21

With GRAMMY Award-winning conductor Paul Hillier

Mozarts Messiah Magic

March 27 & 28

Mozarts re-orchestration of Handels masterpiece

Sacred Visions

May 2

Featuring Stravinskys Symphony of Psalms


Tickets: (713) 224-5566 HoustonChamberChoir.org
CHILDRENS PRISON ARTS PROJECT, (713) 520-7661
www.childrensprisonart.org
COMMUNITY ARTISTS COLLECTIVE, (713) 523-1616
www.thecollective.org
HOUSTON CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHY, (713) 529-4755
www.hcponline.org

HOUSTON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSN., (713) 236-8676


www.afmhouston.com
J & D ENTERTAINMENT, LLC, (281) 781-7287, www.jdentertain.com
JOYSTIX CLASSIC GAMES AND PINBALLS, (713) 224-2225
www.joystixgames.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - KATY, (281) 394-4800
www.mainevent.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - SHENANDOAH, (281) 355-5511
www.mainevent.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - STAFFORD, (713) 598-7184
www.mainevent.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - WEBSTER, (281) 332-4500
www.mainevent.com
PARTY PARROTS (CAP-HOUSTON), (713) 783-BIRD
www.partyparrots.com
PRP ENTERTAINMENT, (281) 486-7788
www.prohibitionhouston.com
STUDIO MOVIE GRILL, (713) 461-4449, www.studiomoviegrill.com

HOUSTON MARITIME MUSEUM, (713) 666-1910


www.houstonmaritimemuseum.org

SULLIVAN GROUP, (832) 200-1010, www.sullivan-group.com

HOUSTON MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE


(713) 526-1015, www.hmaac.org

WARD & AMES SPECIAL EVENTS, INC., (713) 266-9696


www.wardandames.com

JUMPER MAYBACH FINE ART GALLERY & EMPORIUM


(832) 523-424, www.jumpermaybach.com

YOUNG HARMONIES OF HOUSTON, (832) 453-9906


www.youngharmonies.org

LA COLOMBE DOR GALLERY, (713) 469-4750


www.lacolombedor.com/art-gallery
LAKE JACKSON HISTORICAL MUSEUM, (972) 297-1570
www.lakejacksonmuseum.org
MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ARCHITECTURE AND DECORATIVE ARTS
(281) 649-3997, www.hbu.edu
OKANE GALLERY, (713) 221-8042, www.okanegallery.uhd.edu
THORNWOOD GALLERY, (713) 528-4278, www.thornwoodgallery.com
WATERCOLOR ART SOCIETY-HOUSTON, (713) 942-9966
www.watercolorhouston.org

TOYOTA CENTER, (713) 758-7255, www.toyotacentertix.com

MUSEUMS
CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF HOUSTON
713-522-1138
www.cmhouston.org
Packed with 14 galleries bursting
with action-packed fun, the Childrens
Museum of Houston is a Playground
for Your Mind. Be Kidtropolis mayor,
join Cyberchases CyberSquad, take
FlowWorks wet adventure, climb the
three-story Power Tower and more! Can
your mind come out to play?

ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES
BBVA COMPASS STADIUM, (713) 547-3010
www.bbvacompassstadium.com
BEST ENTERTAINERS, (713) 773-2378, www.bestentertainers.com

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GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY


1000 George Bush Dr. West
College Station, TX 77845
979-691-4000
Bush41.org/visit
Learn about the life and work of
Houstons First Family at the George Bush
Presidential Library and Museum, just a
short drive away in College Station. The
museum is very interactive and family
friendly. Be part of history and have your
picture made in our replica Oval Ofce.
HOLOCAUST MUSEUM HOUSTON
5401 Caroline St.
Houston, TX 77004
713-942-8000
www.hmh.org
Holocaust Museum Houston is dedicated
to educating people about the Holocaust,
remembering the 6 million Jews and
other innocent victims and honoring the
survivors legacy. Using the lessons of
the Holocaust and other genocides, the
Museum teaches the dangers of hatred,
prejudice and apathy.
HOUSTON CENTER FOR
CONTEMPORARY CRAFT
4848 Main St.
Houston, TX 77002
713-529-4848
www.crafthouston.org
Experience the art of the handmade at
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.
Enjoy innovative exhibitions, visit with
artists at work and shop for one-of-akind gifts and home dcor in
the Asher Gallery.
PRINTING MUSEUM
1324 W. Clay Street
Houston, TX 77019
713-522-4652
www.printingmuseum.org
For over 30 years, The Printing Museum
has shared the history, art and culture
of printing. Antique printing presses
and historic newspapers give visitors an
opportunity to EXPERIENCE ways that
people have used printing technologies to
transform our lives. Come EXPLORE the
impact of printing.

AMERICAN COWBOY MUSEUM, (713) 478-9677


www.americancowboymuseum.org
ASIA SOCIETY TEXAS CENTER, (713) 439-0051
www.asiasociety.org/texas
BAYOU BEND COLLECTION AND GARDENS, (713) 639-7750
www.mfah.org/bayoubend
BLAFFER ART MUSEUM, (713) 743-9530, www.blafferartmuseum.org
BUFFALO SOLDIERS NATIONAL MUSEUM, (713) 942-8920
www.buffalosoldiermuseum.com
CHAPEL OF ST. BASIL, (713) 525-3119, www.stthom.edu
CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF HOUSTON, (713) 522-1138
www.cmhouston.org
CHILDRENS PRISON ARTS PROJECT, (713) 520-7661
www.childrensprisonart.org
CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM HOUSTON, (713) 284-8250
www.camh.org
CZECH CENTER MUSEUM HOUSTON, (713) 528-2060
www.czechcenter.org

GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM


(979) 691-4000, www.bushlibrary.tamu.edu
GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNCIL GOODYKOONTZ
MUSEUM OF GIRL SCOUT HISTORY, (713) 292-0300, www.gssjc.org
HOLOCAUST MUSEUM HOUSTON, (713) 942-8000, www.hmh.org
HOUSTON CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY CRAFT, (713) 529-4848
www.crafthouston.org
HOUSTON CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHY, (713) 529-4755
www.hcponline.org
HOUSTON CITYPASS, (888) 330-5008, www.citypass.com/houston
HOUSTON FIRE MUSEUM, (713) 524-2526, www.houstonremuseum.org
HOUSTON MARITIME MUSEUM, (713) 666-1910
www.houstonmaritimemuseum.org
HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT, (713) 715-1939
www.houstonmuseumdistrict.org
HOUSTON MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE
(713) 526-1015, www.hmaac.org
HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE, (713) 639-4629
www.hmns.org
LAKE JACKSON HISTORICAL MUSEUM, (972) 297-1570
www.lakejacksonmuseum.org
LAWNDALE ART CENTER, (713) 528-5858, www.lawndaleartcenter.org
LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM, (409) 740-7722, www.lsfm.org
MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ARCHITECTURE AND DECORATIVE ARTS
(281) 649-3997, www.hbu.edu
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, HOUSTON, (713) 639-7300, www.mfah.org

DUNHAM BIBLE MUSEUM, (281) 649-3287, www.hbu.edu/biblemuseum

MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN HISTORY, (281) 649-3997, www.hbu.edu/mosh

FORT BEND COUNTY MUSEUM, (281) 342-1256


www.fortbendmuseum.org

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF FUNERAL HISTORY, (281) 876-3063


www.nmfh.org

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ENSEMBLE THEATRE, THE, (713) 520-0055 x311


www.ensemblehouston.com

GOLD MEMBER

SILVER MEMBER

OKANE GALLERY, (713) 221-8042, www.okanegallery.uhd.edu


OFFSHORE ENERGY CENTER/OCEAN STAR, (281) 679-8040
www.oceanstaroec.com

HOUSTON BALLET, (713) 523-6300, www.houstonballet.org


HOUSTON CHAMBER CHOIR, (713) 224-5566
www.houstonchamberchoir.org
HOUSTON GRAND OPERA, (713) 546-0200, www.houstongrandopera.org

PROJECT ROW HOUSES, (713) 526-7662, www.projectrowhouses.org

HOUSTON HORIZON CHORUS, (877) 571-4465, www.houstonhorizon.org

RIENZI, (713) 639-7800, mfah.org/visit/rienzi

HOUSTON SYMPHONY, (713) 238-1435, www.houstonsymphony.org

ROSENBERG RAILROAD MUSEUM, (281) 633-2846


www.rosenbergrrmuseum.org

MAIN STREET THEATER, (713) 524-3622, www.mainstreettheater.com

RUSSIAN CULTURAL CENTER OUR TEXAS, (713) 395-3301


www.ourtx.org

MERCURY HOUSTON, (713) 533-0080, www.mercuryhouston.org

SAN JACINTO MONUMENT AND MUSEUM OF HISTORY


(281) 479-2421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org
TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, (713) 313-7011, www.tsu.edu
THE 1940 AIR TERMINAL MUSEUM, (713) 454-1940
www.1940airterminal.org
THE AFRICAN AMERICAN LIBRARY AT THE GREGORY SCHOOL
(832) 393-1440, www.thegregoryschool.org
THE HEALTH MUSEUM, (713) 942-7054, www.thehealthmuseum.org
THE HERITAGE SOCIETY, (713) 655-1912, www.heritagesociety.org
THE JOHN C. FREEMAN WEATHER MUSEUM, (713) 529-3076
www.weathermuseum.org

MECA, (713) 802-9370, www.meca-houston.org

MET DANCE CENTER, (713) 522-6375, www.metdance.org


MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE, (832) 487-7102
www.milleroutdoortheatre.com
MURDER BY CHOCOLATE, (281) 992-1888
www.murderbychocolate.net
MUSIQA, (713) 524-5678, www.musiqahouston.org
OPERA IN THE HEIGHTS, (713) 861-5303, www.operaintheheights.org
PROHIBITION SUPPERCLUB & BAR, (713) 398-7697
www.prohibitionhouston.com
RIVER OAKS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA, (713) 665-2700
www.rocohouston.org

THE MENIL COLLECTION, (713) 525-9400, www.menil.org

SOCIETY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, (713) 632-8100


www.spahouston.org

THE PRINTING MUSEUM, (713) 522-4652


www.printingmuseum.org

STAGES REPERTORY THEATRE, (713) 527-0220, www.stagestheatre.com

THE ROTHKO CHAPEL, (713) 524-9839, www.rothkochapel.org

THE DINNER DETECTIVE, (562) 607-1924


www.thedinnerdetective.com/sites/houston
THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE, (409) 763-7173, www.thegrand.com

PERFORMING ARTS
HOUSTON CHAMBER CHOIR
Houston, TX 77002
713-224-5566
www.HoustonChamberChoir.org

THE HOBBY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, (713) 315-2400


www.thehobbycenter.org
THE HOUSTON TIDELANDERS, (713) 500-5518
www.houstontidelanders.org

Houston Chamber Choir is a


professional ensemble at the forefront
of choral music in the United States
and regarded as one of the jewels of
Houstons cultural scene. The choir
performs six diverse programs each
season, including collaborations with
some of the worlds leading conductors,
composers, and performers.

THE TEXAS REPERTORY THEATRE COMPANY, (281) 583-7573


www.texreptheatre.org

STAGES REPERTORY THEATRE


3201 Allen Parkway
Houston, TX 77019
713-527-0123
www.stagestheatre.com

TICKET ATTRACTIONS, (713) 781-8833, www.anytickets.com

A not-for-prot professional theatre with


two intimate performance spaces and
deep roots in the Houston community.
Performing a mix of new work and
re-imagined classics, Stages offers a
greenhouse for new talent and ideas and
a place for art, artists and audiences
to thrive.

ALLEY THEATRE, (713) 220-5700, www.alleytheatre.org


AMERICAN FESTIVAL FOR THE ARTS, (713) 522-9699, www.afatexas.org

THEATER LAB HOUSTON, (713) 868-7516, www.theaterlabhouston.com


THEATRE UNDER THE STARS, (713) 558-8887, www.tuts.com
WORTHAM THEATER CENTER, (832) 487-7020, www.worthamcenter.org
TICKET BROKERS / AGENCIES

ATTRACTIONS / ACTIVITIES
ATTRACTIONS
CITYPASS
www.citypass.com
See It All For Less. Save 50% on
Houstons most famous attractions
with CityPASS. Space Center Houston,
Downtown Aquarium, Houston Museum
of Natural Science, and your choice of
Houston Zoo or Museum of Fine Arts,
Houston, and The Childrens Museum
of Houston or Kemah Boardwalk. Valid
up to 9 days.

BRAZILIAN ARTS FOUNDATION, (713) 862-3300, www.brazilianarts.org


CORE PERFORMANCE COMPANY, (713) 862-5530
www.severaldancerscore.org
DANCE HOUSTON, (713) 526-1049, www.dancehouston.org
DANCE SALAD FESTIVAL, (713) 621-1461, www.dancesalad.org

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GEORGE RANCH HISTORICAL PARK


10215 FM 762
Richmond, TX 77469
281-343-0218
www.georgeranch.org

SUGAR LAND WINE & FOOD AFFAIR


445 Commerce Green Blvd.
Sugar Land, TX 77478
713-SIP-WINE
www.sugarlandwineandfoodaffair.com

Journey through 100 years of Texas


history beginning in the 1830s at George
Ranch Historical Park. Interact with
the costumed interpreters, tour historic
homes, watch daily cattle demos and
blacksmithing, plus seasonal events. Join
us for a historic lunch every Saturday!

The Sugar Land Wine & Food Affair (April


8-12, 2015) attracts more than 10,000
guests annually. Located in historic Sugar
Land, just 15 minutes from Houston, its
ve days of multiple tastings, dinners,
cooking demonstrations and seminars
have achieved a reputation as a rollicking
good time. Dont miss it!

KEMAH BOARDWALK
215 Kipp Ave.
Kemah, TX 77565
281-535-8100
www.kemahboardwalk.com
Stay & Play! Escape to the waterfront
beauty of Kemah Boardwalk and
experience a wide variety of restaurants,
shopping and amusements. Indulge in an
overnight stay at our waterfront hotel, The
Boardwalk Inn, or a dinner cruise on our
yacht, the Boardwalk FantaSea.
Make Kemah Boardwalk your favorite
weekend destination.

ALLEY THEATRE, (713) 220-5700, www.alleytheatre.org


AMERICAN FESTIVAL FOR THE ARTS, (713) 522-9699, www.afatexas.org
ART COLONY ASSOCIATION (ACA), (713) 521-0133
www.bayoucityartfestival.com
ATHENA GUN CLUB, (713) 461-5900, www.athenagunclub.com
AURORA PICTURE SHOW, (713) 868-2101, www.aurorapictureshow.org
BATTLEFIELD HOUSTON, (713) 409-1990, www.battleeldhouston.com
BOWLMOR HOUSTON, (713) 461-1207, www.bowlmor.com/houston
BUFFALO BAYOU, (713) 752-0314, www.buffalobayou.org

MSR HOUSTON
1 Performance Drive
Angleton, TX 77515
281-369-0677
www.msrhouston.com
MSR Houston is the premier road course
and outdoor karting facility located 35
miles south of Downtown Houston off
Highway 288. Our karting track is open
to the public for walk-ups, parties and
corporate incentive events; and our road
course hosts 30+ events each year.

ORANGE SHOW CENTER FOR


VISIONARY ART
2402 Munger St.
Houston, TX 77023
713-926-6368
www.orangeshow.org
Celebrating the artist in everyone! The
Orange Show owns and operates the
Orange Show Monument, Smither Park,
and The Beer Can House, available for
tours and private rental. Visit Houstons
most colorful and quirky landmarks!

CARNIVAL HOUSTON SHOW + PARADE, (832) 614-9337


www.carnivalhouston.com
COLONEL PADDLEWHEEL BOAT, (409) 740-7797
www.galveston.com/colonel
CORK THIS! WINERY, (936) 597-4030, www.corkthiswinery.com
DAVE & BUSTERS, (713) 952-2233, www.daveandbusters.com
DAVE & BUSTERS MARQ*E, (713) 423-7706
www.daveandbusters.com
DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM, (713) 223-3474
www.downtownaquarium.com
ENSEMBLE THEATRE, THE, (713) 520-0055 x311
www.ensemblehouston.com
FOTOFEST, (713) 223-5522, www.fotofest.org
GEORGE RANCH HISTORICAL PARK, (281) 343-0218
www.georgeranch.org
GOLF CLUB OF HOUSTON, (281) 459-7800, www.golfclubofhouston.com
GREATER HOUSTON SOARING ASSOCIATION, (866) 478-2323
www.houstonsoaring.org
GULF GREYHOUND PARK, (409) 986-9500, www.gulfgreyhound.com
HOUSTON ASTROS, (713) 259-8000, www.astros.com

PLEASURE PIER
2501 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77550
409-766-4950
www.pleasurepier.com
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
features family-oriented attractions,
including rides, midway games, a wide
selection of food venues and retail shops.
From the extreme steel coasterthe
Iron Sharkto our family fun Texas Tea
Cups, kids of all ages will relish in the
excitement.

HOUSTON AUDUBON SOCIETY, (713) 932-1639


www.houstonaudubon.org
HOUSTON BALLET, (713) 523-6300, www.houstonballet.org
HOUSTON BLUES MUSEUM, (713) 489-4628
www.houstonbluesmuseum.org
HOUSTON CITYPASS, (888) 330-5008, www.citypass.com/houston
HOUSTON DYNAMO, (713) 276-7500, www.houstondynamo.com
HOUSTON GOLF ASSOCIATION, (281) 454-7000
www.shellhoustonopen.com
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO, (832) 667-1000
www.hlsr.com
HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT, (713) 715-1939
www.houstonmuseumdistrict.org
HOUSTON ROCKETS, (713) 758-7235, www.rockets.com
HOUSTON TEXANS, (832) 667-2110, www.houstontexans.com
HOUSTON ZOO, (713) 533-6552, www.houstonzoo.org
JULIA IDESON LIBRARY, (832) 393-1313
www.hpl.lib.tx.us/julia-ideson-building

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GOLF CLUB OF HOUSTON, (281) 459-7800, www.golfclubofhouston.com


SILVER MEMBER

KEMAH BOARDWALK, (281) 334-4778, www.kemahboardwalk.com


LASER QUEST, (281) 596-9999, www.laserquest.com
LUCKY STRIKE, (713) 343-3300, www.bowlluckystrike.com
MAINSTREET AMERICA, (281) 825-4425, www.mainstreetamerica.com
MESSINA HOF WINERY AND RESORT, (979) 778-9463
www.messinahof.com
MOODY GARDENS HOTEL, SPA & CONVENTION CENTER
(409) 741-8484, www.moodygardenshotel.com
MOODY MANSION, (409) 762-7668, www.moodymansion.org
MSR HOUSTON, (281) 369-0677, www.msrhouston.com
PAINTING WITH A TWIST, (713) 609-9509
www.paintingwithatwist.com/houston
PEACH CREEK VINEYARDS, (936) 825-3669,
www.peachcreekvineyards.com
PINOTS PALETTE - MEMORIAL CITY, (713) 973-2086,
www.pinotspalette.com
PLEASANT HILL WINERY, (979) 830-8463
www.pleasanthillwinery.com
POLE POSITION RACEWAY, (281) 581-7223
www.polepositionraceway.com/houston
PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY, (713) 670-2630
www.portofhouston.com
RIVER OAKS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA, (713) 665-2700
www.rocohouston.org
SADDLEHORN WINERY, (713) 289-3858, www.saddlehornwinery.com
SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK, (281) 807-8700, www.shrp.com
SAN JACINTO MONUMENT AND MUSEUM OF HISTORY
(281) 479-2421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org
SCHLITTERBAHN GALVESTON ISLAND WATERPARK
(409) 770-9283, www.schlitterbahn.com
SKYDIVE SPACELAND, (281) 369-3337, houston.skydivespaceland.com
SPACE CENTER HOUSTON, (281) 244-2100, www.spacecenter.org
TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 791-6454
www.texasmedicalcenter.org
TEXAS RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL, (800) 458-3435, www.texrenfest.com
THE GALLERIA, (713) 621-1907, www.simon.com/mall/the-galleria
THE HOBBY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, (713) 315-2400
www.thehobbycenter.org

HOUSTON GOLF ASSOCIATION, (281) 454-7000


www.shellhoustonopen.com
HOUSTON OAKS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB, (936) 372-4305
www.houstonoaks.com
QUAIL VALLEY GOLF COURSE & CITY CENTRE, (281) 403-5900
www.golfquailvalley.com
SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER
(281) 334-1000, www.sshr.com
THE HOUSTONIAN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, (281) 494-4244
www.houstoniangolf.com
TOUR 18, (281) 540-1818, www.tour18golf.com
WILDCAT GOLF CLUB, (713) 413-3400, www.wildcatgolfclub.com
PARKS AND OUTDOORS
BUFFALO BAYOU, (713) 752-0314, www.buffalobayou.org
DISCOVERY GREEN, (713) 400-7336, www.discoverygreen.com
GEORGE RANCH HISTORICAL PARK, (281) 343-0218
www.georgeranch.org
HOUSTON ARBORETUM & NATURE CENTER, (713) 681-8433
www.houstonarboretum.org
SAN JACINTO MONUMENT AND MUSEUM OF HISTORY
(281) 479-2421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org
SPECTATOR SPORTS
BBVA COMPASS STADIUM, (713) 547-3010
www.bbvacompassstadium.com
GULF GREYHOUND PARK, (409) 986-9500, www.gulfgreyhound.com
HOUSTON ASTROS, (713) 259-8000, www.astros.com
HOUSTON DYNAMO, (713) 276-7500, www.houstondynamo.com
HOUSTON ROCKETS, (713) 758-7235, www.rockets.com
HOUSTON ROLLER DERBY, (832) 298-7716
www.houstonrollerderby.com
HOUSTON TEXANS, (832) 667-2110, www.houstontexans.com
MINUTE MAID PARK, (713) 259-8800, houston.astros.mlb.com
SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK, (281) 807-8700, www.shrp.com
TOYOTA CENTER, (713) 758-7255, www.toyotacentertix.com
SPORTING ACTIVITIES
AMERICAN CONTRACT BRIDGE LEAGUE, (281) 933-8924
www.d16acbl.org/U174
ATHENA GUN CLUB, (713) 461-5900, www.athenagunclub.com

THE HOUSTON TIDELANDERS, (713) 500-5518


www.houstontidelanders.org

BIG LEAGUE DREAMS SPORTS COMPLEX, (281) 316-3400 x103


www.bigleaguedreams.com

THE ORANGE SHOW CENTER FOR VISIONARY ART, (713) 926-6368


www.orangeshow.org

BOWLMOR HOUSTON, (713) 461-1207, www.bowlmor.com/houston

THE WOODLANDS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU


(281) 363-2447, www.thewoodlandscvb.com
WET N WILD SPLASHTOWN, (281) 355-3300
www.wetnwildsplashtown.com
WINDY WINERY, (979) 836-3252, www.windywinery.com
WINGS OVER HOUSTON AIRSHOW, (281) 579-1942
www.wingsoverhouston.com
WORLDFEST-HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL FILM & VIDEO
FESTIVAL, INC., (713) 965-9955, www.worldfest.org
GOLF COURSES
BLACKHORSE GOLF CLUB, (281) 304-1747, www.blackhorsegolfclub.com
EAGLE POINTE GOLF CLUB, (281) 385-6666, www.eaglepointeonline.com

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GREATER HOUSTON SOARING ASSOCIATION, (866) 478-2323


www.houstonsoaring.org
HOUSTON MARATHON COMMITTEE, (712) 957-3453
www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com
POLE POSITION RACEWAY, (281) 581-7223
www.polepositionraceway.com/houston
TOURS
COOL TOURS, (409) 539-5374, www.cooltoursgalveston.com
DASH BEARDSLEYS GHOST TOURS OF GALVESTON ISLAND
(832) 892-7419, www.ghosttoursofgalvestonisland.com
DISCOVER HOUSTON TOURS/HOUSTON URBAN ADVENTURES
(713) 222-9255, www.discoverhoustontours.com
EXPLORE HOUSTON ARTS, (832) 302-9500
www.explorehoustonarts.com

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HOUSTON CITYPASS, (888) 330-5008, www.citypass.com/houston

LD SYSTEMS, LP, (713) 695-9400, www.ldsystems.com

HOUSTON CULINARY TOURS, (713) 554-1735


www.houstonculinarytours.com

PHANTOM POWER PRODUCTIONS, (281) 713-9711


www.phantompwr.com

J & J TOURS, (702) 985-4873, www.jjtours.com

PSAV PRESENTATION SERVICES, (713) 680-8360, www.psav.com/houston

MOODY MANSION, (409) 762-7668, www.moodymansion.org

SMARTSOURCE RENTALS, (713) 290-0607, www.smartsourcerentals.com

PARADIGM HELICOPTERS, (877) 345-8687


www.paradigmhelicopters.com

STAGE DIRECTIONS, (713) 863-7469, www.stagedirections.com

PARADISE CITY ACTION TOURS, (832) 260-6947


www.paradisecitytour.com
SAM HOUSTON BOAT TOURS, (713) 670-2416, www.portofhouston.com

TECH AVE AUDIO VISUAL EVENTS, (713) 863-9450, www.techave.com


WALKER AUDIO VISUAL, (832) 992-8200, www.walkeravs.com
BUSINESS & CONSULTING SERVICES

SIERRA STAGE COACHES, INC., (713) 947-2877


www.sierratrailways.com

ALACARTE FOODSERVICE CONSULTING GROUP, (281) 293-0077


www.alacarteconsultinggroup.com

ST. MARTINS EPISCOPAL CHURCH TOUR, (713) 830-4117


www.stmartinsepiscopal.org

ACCESS DATA SUPPLY, INC., (713) 439-0370, www.access-data.com

TEXAS TOUR CONNECTION, (713) 826-6963


www.texastourconnection.com
TOURS AND TRANSPORT, (832) 618-6607, www.toursandtransport.com
TRAVEL READY KID, (832) 422-8080, www.travelreadykid.com
BUSINESS SERVICES
ADVERTISING / PR / MARKETING FIRMS
3B RESOURCES GROUP PUBLIC RELATIONS, LLC, (281) 438-0985
www.3brg.com
BRIVICMEDIA, INC., (713) 977-3300, www.brivicmedia.com
CLEAR CHANNEL OUTDOOR, INC., (281) 588-4200
www.clearchanneloutdoor.com
DISC, INC., (713) 864-7845, www.discinc.com
DW PR, (832) 326-1965, www.donnawickpr.com
EDELMAN, (713) 970-2100, www.edelman.com
ELMORE PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC., (713) 524-0661
www.elmorepr.com
HAROLD JOHNSON ADVERTISING & COMMUNICATIONS
(713) 523-5377, www.houstonproductionguide.com
HILLDAY PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC., (281) 997-2027
www.hilldaypr.com

ACHILLES GROUP, (281) 469-1800, www.achillesgroup.com


BERGERON MANAGEMENT SERVICES, (713) 301-6994
www.bergeronmanagementservices.com
BILLIKEN CONSULTING, INC., (713) 882-8818,
www.billikenconsulting.com
CREATIVE MARKETING SERVICES, (713) 302-8151
www.creativemarketingservices.com
D.M. HORN AND ASSOCIATES, (713) 748-0497
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION & CONSULTING SERVICES
(281) 499-0128, www.eecs-global.com
FERGUSON + CAMP + POLL, PC, (713) 783-5200, www.fcpcpa.com
LANDMARK HOUSTON HOSPITALITY GROUP, (832) 724-3961
LARA & ASSOCIATES, LLC, (832) 251-8813, www.laragroup.com
LILO VENTURES, (713) 553-1400
MCCONNELL & JONES, LLP, (713) 968-1600, www.mjlm.com
MCGREGOR COMPANIES, (713) 789-0772
MKG ART MANAGEMENT, (713) 526-4146, www.mkgart.com
PEACOLE, INC., (713) 747-2425
PEARCE INDUSTRIES, INC., (713) 551-0302
PKF CONSULTING, (713) 621-5252, www.pkfc.com

PIERPONT COMMUNICATIONS, INC., (713) 627-2223


www.piercom.com

QUALITY HOSPITALITY CONSULTING, INC., (713) 527-0702


www.theppgllc.com

PROFORMA BRANDCENTRIC SOLUTIONS, (832) 585-0961


www.proforma.com/brandcentric

RICHMOND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC, (713) 952-3472


www.rdevco.com

RAILEYES, (832) 931-1111, www.raileyes.com

SANDY HULVER, HOSPITALITY CONSULTANT, (713) 935-9495

ST. JULIEN COMMUNICATIONS, GROUP LLC, (832) 541-2448


www.stjuliencg.com

SHELL OIL COMPANY, (713) 241-0920, www.shell.com

THE PADGETT GROUP, (713) 588-4130, www.thepadgettgroup.com

THE PRINCIPLE PARTNERING GROUP, LLC, (713) 527-0702


www.theppgllc.com

ZENFLIM, (713) 520-9361, www.zenlm.com

USI SOUTHWEST, (713) 490-4600, www.usi.biz

AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT, RENTALS & SERVICES


2020 EXHIBITS, INC., (713) 354-0900, www.2020exhibits.com
AUDIO VISUAL PRODUCTION SOLUTIONS, (636 )978-1005
www.av-ps.com

WCW INTERNATIONAL, INC., (713) 777-3700, www.wcwinternational.com


WESTMONT HOSPITALITY GROUP, (713) 782-9100, www.whg.com
WINSTEAD, (713) 650-8400, www.winstead.com
CONCIERGE SERVICES

AUDIO VISUAL PROFESSIONAL GROUP, (832) 813-0161


www.avprogroup.com

CERTIFIED FOLDER DISPLAY SERVICE, INC, (713) 697-4050


www.certiedfolder.com

AV TECHNICAL SUPPORT, INC. (HOUSTON), (713) 223-5940


www.avtechnicalsupport.com

HOUSTON CONCIERGE ASSOCIATION, (713) 650-1300


www.houstonconcierge.org

BRIGHT STAR PRODUCTIONS, (713) 529-2757


www.brightstarproductions.com
DATA DISPLAY AUDIO VISUAL, (713) 688-7900, www.ddav.com
IMPRESSIVE EVENTS HOUSTON, (832) 577-9987
www.impressive-events.com
J & S AUDIO VISUAL, INC., (713) 957-4567, www.jsav.com

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CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW CENTERS


BAYOU CITY EVENT CENTER, (713) 724-2930
www.bayoucityeventcenter.com
BAYOU MUSIC CENTER, (713) 230-1666, www.bayoumusiccenter.com
BERRY CENTER, (281) 894-3912, www.berrycenter.net

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NANCY JO ENTERPRISES, INC, (281) 856-7575


www.nancyjoenterprises.com
SILVER MEMBER

COWBOY CAMPOUT, (281) 732-4963, www.cowboysolution.com


DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM, (713) 223-3474
www.downtownaquarium.com
GALVESTON ISLAND RESORT AND CONVENTION CENTER
AT SAN LUIS RESORT, (409) 941-1010
www.galvestonislandconventioncenter.com
GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER, (713) 853-8000
www.houstonconventionctr.com
HOUSTON ASTROS CONFERENCE CENTER AT UNION STATION
(713) 259-8800, www.astros.com
HOUSTON FIRST CORPORATION, (713) 853-8000
www.houstonrst.com
HUMBLE CIVIC CENTER, (281) 446-4140, www.humblecc.com
LEONARD E. MERRELL CENTER, (281) 396-2562
www.merrellcenter.org
MINUTE MAID PARK, (713) 259-8800, www.houston.astros.mlb.com
NRG PARK, (832) 667-1400, www.nrgpark.com
PASADENA CONVENTION CENTER AND MUNICIPAL
FAIRGROUNDS, (281) 487-4331, www.pasadenaconventioncenter.com
RICE STADIUM, (713) 348-6285, www.riceowls.com
ROSENBERG CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
(832) 595-3520, www.visitrosenberg.com
STAFFORD CENTRE, CONVENTION CENTER PERFORMING ARTS
THEATRE, (281) 208-6923, www.staffordcentre.com
STAFFORD CIVIC CENTRE, (281) 499-5763, www.cityofstafford.com
THE BELL TOWER ON 34TH, (713) 868-2355
www.thebelltoweron34th.com
THE KINGDOM BUILDERS CENTER OF HOUSTON, (713) 726-2513
www.kbchouston.com
THE POWER CENTER, (713) 723-6837
www.thepowercenterhouston.com
THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY MARRIOTT HOTEL
& CONVENTION CENTER, (281) 367-9797, www.marriott.com
TREVISIO RESTAURANT AND CONFERENCE CENTER
(713) 749-0400, www.trevisiorestaurant.com
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
CENTER NETWORK, (713) 752-8444, www.sbdc.uh.edu
CONVENTION REGISTRATION SERVICES
COSMO COOL CONCEPTS, INC., A DMC NETWORK
(713) 863-1800, www.cosmocoolconcepts.com
EEVENTS GROUP, (713) 532-6907, www.e-eventsgroup.com
INTERNATIONAL MEETING MANAGERS, INC. (IMM)
(713) 965-0566, www.meetingmanagers.com
LOOKING CUBE LLC, (713) 960-1083, www.lookingcube.com
CORPORATE GIFTS / PROMOTIONAL ITEMS
BRANDIT BANDITS, (713) 636-2332, www.branditbandits.com
CREATIVE RETAIL PACKAGING, INC., (713) 622-3100, www.crpkg.com
DNH PROMOTIONAL MARKETING, (713) 621-3080
www.dnhpromos.com
EMBELLISHED, (713) 523-2200, www.embellishedgifts.net
EXECUTIVE BASKETS, INC., (713) 461-8887, www.713baskets.com
FONTIS SOULITONS, (713) 937-0802
www.promoplace.com/fontissolutions
IMPRESSABLE PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS, (281) 361-0007
www.impressableproducts.com

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PRO MO STUF, (281) 213-3441, www.promostuf.com


SCORE PROMOTIONS, (713) 702-1223, www.scorepromotions.com
SMART COOKIE GIFT SERVICE, THE, (713) 839-1886
www.akasmartcookie.com
TEJAS OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC., (713) 864-6004, www.tejasofce.com
TEXAS GIFTS UNLIMITED, (713) 723-5062
www.texasgiftsunlimited.com
TMJ ENTERPRISES, (713) 271-6703, www.tmjenterprises.com
TRADEMARKS PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS, (713) 680-3000
www.tmarks.com
CORPORATIONS ENERGY, OIL & GAS
HALLIBURTON COMPANY, (281) 575-3000, www.halliburton.com
NRG ENERGY, (713) 207-7777, www.reliant.com
CORPORATIONS GENERAL BUSINESS
ACHILLES GROUP, (281) 469-1800, www.achillesgroup.com
CAMAC INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, (713) 965-5100
www.camac.com
CAROLE LOOK, (713) 782-1990
GREENSTREET, (832) 320-1201, www.greenstreetdowntown.com
JC HOLDINGS, (713) 667-8500
LANDMARK HOUSTON HOSPITALITY GROUP, (832) 724-3961
SHELL OIL COMPANY, (713) 241-0920, www.shell.com
SOCIETY OF PETROLEUM ENGINEERS, (972) 952-9393
www.otcnet.org
TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 791-6454
www.texasmedicalcenter.org
WEST AVE., A GABLES DEVELOPMENT, (713) 533-9966
www.westaveriveroaks.com
DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANIES
AFC TRANSPORTATION, (713) 988-5466, www.afchouston.com
COSMO COOL CONCEPTS, INC., A DMC NETWORK
(713) 863-1800, www.cosmocoolconcepts.com
DESTINATION HOUSTON, (281) 292-8840, www.destinationhou.com
DM PREMIER SERVICES, (281) 944-3764, www.dmpremier.com
eEVENTS GROUP, (713) 532-6907, www.e-eventsgroup.com
EXPERIENCE HOUSTON, (832) 491-6920, www.experiencehouston.com
INTERNATIONAL MEETING MANAGERS, INC. (IMM)
(713) 965-0566 www.meetingmanagers.com
LONE STAR EXECUTIVE TRANSPORTATION, (832) 585-7338
www.lonestarexecutivelimo.com
R D S PRODVCTIONS, (504) 482-2595, www.rdsconcepts.com
SIERRA STAGE COACHES, INC., (713) 947-2877
www.sierratrailways.com
SULLIVAN GROUP, (832) 200-1010, www.sullivan-group.com
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
ACHILLES GROUP, (281) 469-1800, www.achillesgroup.com
CHAPEL OF ST. BASIL, (713) 525-3119, www.stthom.edu
HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE, (713) 718-5303, www.hccs.edu
HOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, (832) 393-1300, www.hpl.lib.tx.us
JAZZ EDUCATION, INC., (713) 839-7000, www.jazzeducation.org
LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORP., (713) 334-5700, www.lisc.org

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LONE STAR COLLEGE SYSTEM, (832) 813-6620, www.lonestar.edu

SOIREEBLISS! EVENTS, (832) 303-9537, www.soireebliss.com

RICE UNIVERSITY, (713) 348-6782, www.rice.edu

SUCCESSFUL EVENTS, (713) 667-2797, www.successfulevents.com

SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE OF LAW, (713) 659-8040, www.stcl.edu

SULLIVAN GROUP, (832) 200-1010, www.sullivan-group.com

TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 791-6454


www.texasmedicalcenter.org
TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, (713) 313-7011, www.tsu.edu
EVENT RENTALS / PIPE & DRAPE RENTALS
2020 EXHIBITS, INC., (713) 354-0900, www.2020exhibits.com
AEX CONVENTION SERVICES, (713) 675-1699, www.aexservices.com
FREEMAN, (713) 433-2400, www.freemanco.com
HOUSTON PARTY TENT AND EVENT, (713) 231-7375
www.houstonpartytentandevent.com
ILLUSIONS RENTALS AND DESIGNS/THE RK GROUP
(713) 396-0551, www.therkgroup.com
IMPRESSIVE EVENTS HOUSTON, (832) 577-9987
www.impressive-events.com
INTERNATIONAL MEETING MANAGERS, INC. (IMM)
(713) 965-0566, www.meetingmanagers.com
LET IT FLY EVENTS, LLC., (713) 863-9990, www.letity.com
LEXIS FLORIST, (713) 774-8080, www.lexisorist.com
MONTE CARLO PLUS, (281) 437-1573, www.mccasinoparties.com
PARTY PROPS, INC., (713) 868-5433, www.partypropsinc.com
SHEPARD EXPOSITION SERVICES, (832) 799-5700
www.shepardes.com
TECH AVE AUDIO VISUAL EVENTS, (713) 863-9450, www.techave.com
EVENT / MEETING PLANNERS

TECH AVE AUDIO VISUAL EVENTS, (713) 863-9450, www.techave.com


TEXAS RODEO PRODUCTIONS, (713) 623-2721
www.rodeoproductions.com
THE WYNDEN, (281) 768-6070, www.thewynden.com
WARD & AMES SPECIAL EVENTS, INC., (713) 266-9696
www.wardandames.com
EXHIBIT COMPANIES
2020 EVENTS, (713) 354-0928, www.2020ev.com
EXHIBIT DISTRICT, (713) 409-6705
FREEMAN, (713) 433-2400, www.freemanco.com
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE SPECIALISTS, (214) 443-2500
www.ges.com
LONE STAR EXHIBITS, (713) 797-1994, www.lonestarexhibits.com
SHEPARD EXPOSITION SERVICES, (713) 514-3158, www.shepardes.com
SKYLINE DISPLAYS OF HOUSTON, (713) 939-1775
www.skylinehouston.com
SMARTSOURCE RENTALS, (713) 290-0607
www.smartsourcerentals.com
TECH AVE AUDIO VISUAL EVENTS, (713) 863-9450, www.techave.com
THE EXPO GROUP, (972) 580-9000, www.theexpogroup.com
FINANCIAL SERVICES
DOEREN MAYHEW CPAS AND ADVISORS, (713) 789-7077
www.doeren.com

AALPONAA LLC, (832) 264-5917, www.aalponaa.com

FAYEZ SAROFIM & COMPANY, (713) 654-4484, www.sarom.com

COSMO COOL CONCEPTS, INC., A DMC NETWORK


(713) 863-1800, www.cosmocoolconcepts.com

JOHN L. WORTHAM & SON, (713) 526-3366, www.worthaminsurance.com

COTERIE SPARK, (832) 589-1908, www.coteriespark.com


eEVENTS GROUP, (713) 532-6907, www.e-eventsgroup.com
ELIAS EVENTS, (713) 334-1800, www.eliasevents.com
EVENTS BY DOYIN, (832) 308-7998, www.eventsbydoyin.com
FAVORED EVENTS, (713) 569-3082, www.favoredevents.com
ILLUSIONS RENTALS AND DESIGNS/THE RK GROUP
(713) 396-0551, www.therkgroup.com
IMPACT STRATEGIES CONSULTANTS, LLC
(713) 446-4600, www.isc06.com

METRO BANK-N.A., (713) 414-3516, www.metrobank-na.com


WINSTEAD, (713) 650-8400, www.winstead.com
FLORISTS / NURSERIES
FLOWERS ETC. BY GEORGIA, (713) 524-3989
www.owersetcbygeorgia.com
ILLUSIONS RENTALS AND DESIGNS/THE RK GROUP
(713) 396-0551, www.therkgroup.com
LET IT FLY EVENTS, LLC., (713) 863-9990, www.letity.com
LEXIS FLORIST, (713) 774-8080, www.lexisorist.com

IMPRESSIVE EVENTS HOUSTON, (832) 577-9987


www.impressive-events.com

SPENCER FLORABUNDA, LTD, (713) 222-6666, www.orabundatx.com

INTERNATIONAL MEETING MANAGERS, INC. (IMM)


(713) 965-0566, www.meetingmanagers.com

THE PETAL BUCKET FLORAL DESIGNS, (281) 534-9600


www.thepetalbucket.com

INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL EVENTS SOCIETY, (409) 974-0028


www.iseshouston.org
JACKSON AND COMPANY, (713) 523-5780
www.jacksonandcompany.com
JUZ DO IT PRODUCTIONS, (281) 701-5531
www.juzdoitproductions.com
LET IT FLY EVENTS, LLC., (713) 863-9990, www.letity.com
LUXE WORLDWIDE EVENTS, TRAVEL & CONCIERGE
(281) 862-8847, www.luxe-worldwide.com
OCCASIO PRODUCTIONS, (713) 534-1257
www.occasioproductions.com
PDV SPECIAL EVENTS, (713) 487-7381, www.pdvspecialevents.com
PROJECTS WITH PURPOSE, (504) 934-1000
www.projectswithpurpose.com

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THE EVENTS COMPANY, (713) 426-5800, www.theeventsco.com

GRAPHIC ARTS & DESIGN / DRAFTING SERVICES


2020 EXHIBITS, INC., (713) 354-0900, www.2020exhibits.com
HEALTH / BEAUTY / FITNESS / SPAS
CITYCENTRE, (713) 629-5200, www.citycentrehouston.com
DEER LAKE LODGE SPA & RESORT, (936) 647-1383
www.deerlakelodge.com
HOUSTONIAN HOTEL, CLUB & SPA, THE, (713) 680-2626
www.houstonian.com
ITHRIVE HEALTH, (888) 982-8539, www.ithrivehealth.com
MASSAGE HOUSTON (MOBILE MASSAGE SERVICE)
(713) 542-4959, www.massagehoustontx.com

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ROBINSON LAW GROUP, PLLC, (713) 526-2900, www.rlglaw-us.com


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MEMORIAL HERMANN - TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER


(713) 704-4000, www.memorialhermann.org
TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 791-6454
www.texasmedicalcenter.org
THE SAN LUIS RESORT, SPA & CONFERENCE CENTER
(409) 744-1500, www.sanluisresort.com

WINSTEAD, (713) 650-8400, www.winstead.com


MEDIA
KPRC, (713) 685-7968, www.click2houston.com
KTRK-TV CHANNEL 13, (713) 666-0713, www.abc13.com
MEDICAL FACILITIES / WELLNESS SERVICES
MEMORIAL HERMANN HEALTH CENTER
6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
(713) 704-4000
www.memorialhermann.org

THE SPA AT MOODY GARDENS, (409) 741-8484


www.moodygardens.com
THE SPA AT THE ST. REGIS HOUSTON, (713) 840-7600
www.stregishoustonhotel.com

Memorial Hermann Health System is


working to advance health by seamlessly
bridging care delivery, physicians and
health solutions. One of the largest
not-for-prot health systems in the
nation, Memorial Hermann has built
Houstons largest full-service, integrated
health system. The system includes an
exceptional medical staff and more than
21,000 employees, all committed to
delivering the highest quality care.

TRELLIS, THE SPA AT THE HOUSTONIAN, (713) 685-6790


www.houstonian.com
HISTORIC LANDMARKS
SAN JACINTO MONUMENT AND MUSEUM OF HISTORY
(281) 479-2421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org
INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

HOUSTON METHODIST
8100 Greenbriar
Houston TX 77054
www.houstonmethodistcareers.org

AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION, (713) 691-4818


www.apwuhouston.com
CARPENTERS LOCAL 551, (713) 752-0727

Houston Methodist is currently ranked in


U.S. News & World Reports Americas Best
Hospitals list. For the ninth straight year we
have been named to FORTUNEs list of 100
Best Companies to Work For, and have been
ranked the #1 hospital in Texas.

ECONOMIC ALLIANCE HOUSTON PORT REGION, (281) 867-1112


www.allianceportregion.com
GHCVB, (713) 437-5200, www.visithouston.com
GREATER HOUSTON RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION, (713) 802-1200
www.ghra.com
GULF ASSOCIATION - AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION, (877) 872-7481
www.texasgulfaau.com
HARRIS COUNTY - HOUSTON SPORTS AUTHORITY, (713) 308-5900
www.houstonsports.org
HOTEL & LODGING ASSOCIATION OF GREATER HOUSTON
(713) 437-5230, www.houstonhotels.org
HOUSTON CONCIERGE ASSOCIATION, (713) 650-1300
www.houstonconcierge.org
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL TRADE DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL, INC., (832) 448-0537, www.houstontrade.org
HOUSTONWORKS USA, (713) 654-1919, www.houstonworks.org
INTERNATIONAL FACILITY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
(713) 623-4362, www.ifma.org
SOUTH MAIN ALLIANCE, (713) 790-1020, www.southmainalliance.org
UPTOWN HOUSTON DISTRICT, (713) 621-2011
www.uptown-houston.com
WOMEN IN FILM & TELEVISION/HOUSTON, (713) 780-3671
www.wift-houston.org
INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT BROKERS

1ST RESPONSE MEDIC SERVICES, (832) 877-7912


www.1stresponsemedic.com
ADVANTAGE AMBULANCE SERVICES, LLC, (713) 987-8082
www.advantageambulanceservice.com
HUMANA, INC, (713) 513-4900, www.humana.com
MEMORIAL HERMANN - TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER
(713) 704-4000, www.memorialhermann.org
POINDEXTER DENTAL, INC., (713) 734-7611, www.poindexterdental.com
ST. LUKES EPISCOPAL HOSPITAL - INTERNATIONAL CENTERS
(832) 355-3350, www.sleh.com
TEXAS CHILDRENS HOSPITAL, (832) 824-1141, www.texaschildrens.org
TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 791-6454
www.texasmedicalcenter.org
OFFICE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES / FURNITURE
HOFFER FURNITURE RENTAL & SALE, (713) 780-4647
www.hofferfurniture.com
OFFICE EVOLUTIONS, INC., (713) 526-3131, www.oeihouston.com
TEJAS OFFICE PRODUCTS, INC., (713) 864-6004, www.tejasofce.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS

AFLAC - IDA ENG, (713) 922-4851, local.aac.com/ida_eng/Agent

AGAPE HOUSE STUDIO, (832) 890-8061, www.agapehousestudio.com

HAIRSTON AND ASSOCIATES INSURANCE SERVICES


(281) 257-0252, www.hairstonassociates.com

CATCH THE MOMENT, (713) 255-4500, www.catchthemoment.com

INSGROUP, (713) 541-7272, www.businessinsurancegroup.com

DEBORA SMAIL PHOTOGRAPHY, (832) 495-8284


www.deborasmail.com

UPSTREAM BROKERS, (713) 869-3100, www.upstreambrokers.com


INTERIOR DESIGN
MONTGOMERY ROTH ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN, LLC
(713) 654-9400, www.montgomeryroth.com
LEGAL SERVICES
LM ROSE CONSULTING GROUP, LLC, (713) 980-4381

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D. JONES PHOTOGRAPHY, (713) 521-1550, www.djonesphoto.com

ETC STUDIOS, (832) 378-2355, www.etcstudios.net


GREYMANE / CHROMASHOTS.COM - GREENSCREEN
PHOTOGRAPHY EVENT SERVICES AND DIGITAL PHOTO LAB
(832) 295-0109, www.chromashots.com
JONATHAN IVY PRODUCTIONS
(281) 224-1937, www.jonathanivy.com
JULIE SOEFER PHOTOGRAPHY, (713) 529-4700, www.juliesoefer.com

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KEN CARTER PHOTOGRAPHY, LLC, (936) 524-1235


www.ken-carter-photography.com

RIDA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, (713) 961-3835


www.ridadev.com

KEN JONES PHOTOGRAPHY, (832) 515-8415


www.kenjonesphotography.com

THE DINERSTEIN COMPANIES, (832) 209-1200


www.dinersteincos.com

LAURA BURLTON PHOTOGRAPHY, (713) 396-2385


www.lauraburlton.com

UPTOWN REAL ESTATE GROUP, INC., (713) 629-7771


www.uptownhouston.com

RICHARD PORTRAIT ARTIST PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY


(281) 337-5015, www.jimrichard.com

WEST AVE., A GABLES DEVELOPMENT, (713) 533-9966


www.westaveriveroaks.com

PRINTING SERVICES
ASPEN IMAGING, (713) 956-8555, www.thinksignature.com
CREST PRINTING AND COPY SERVICES, (713) 658-8256
www.crestprinting.com
MINUTEMAN PRESS DOWNTOWN, (713) 771-3600
www.printinaminute.com
MINUTEMAN PRESS POST OAK / MEDICAL DISTRICT
(713) 623-0703, www.printhouston.com
NX MEDIA, INC., (713) 270-1198, www.nxmedia.net
PRESTIGE PRINTERS, (713) 956-9727, www.prestigeprinters.com
RICHMOND PRINTING L.L.C., (713) 952-0800
www.richmondprinting.com
THE DOCUMENT GROUP, (713) 343-4000, www.thedocgrp.com
TLS GRAPHICS, INC., (713) 946-0284, www.tls-graphics.com
PRODUCTION COMPANIES
BRILLIART FILMS, (832) 657-1433, www.brilliart.com
ELI MARKETING, (713) 703-4864, www.elimarketing.com
IMPRESSIVE EVENTS HOUSTON, (832) 577-9987
www.impressive-events.com
STAGING SOLUTIONS, INC./HOT PIXEL ACTION, (713) 721-9829
www.stagingsolutions.com
SUPERIOR VIDEO PRODUCTIONS, INC., (713) 523-8006
www.svproductions.com
TECH AVE AUDIO VISUAL EVENTS, (713) 863-9450, www.techave.com
TEXAS VIDEO & POST, (713) 667-5000, www.tvp.net
PUBLICATIONS
AJR MEDIA GROUP, (713) 942-7676, www.ajrassoc.com
BAYOU CITY MAGAZINE, (713) 868-7023, www.bayoucitynetwork.com
HOUSTON BUSINESS JOURNAL, (713) 688-8811
www.houstonbusinessjournal.com
HOUSTON CHRONICLE, THE, (713) 362-7171
www.houstonchronicle.com

WINSTEAD, (713) 650-8400, www.winstead.com


RELIGIOUS FACILITIES
LAKEWOOD CHURCH, (713) 635-4154, www.lakewood.cc
ST. MARTINS EPISCOPAL CHURCH TOUR, (713) 830-4117
www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/visitors.php#tours
RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS
GLORIA LEONARD MINISTRY PREPARING HEARTS-CHANGING
LIVES RADIO CAST, (281) 460-8981, www.glminphcl.net
RELOCATION SERVICES
CITYCENTRE, (713) 629-5200, www.citycentrehouston.com
NINO CORPORATE LODGING, INC., (713) 964-4747
www.relo-nino.com
POST OAK PUBLISHING, INC. - HOUSTON NEWCOMER GUIDES
(713) 952-1916, www.houstonnewcomerguides.com
WEST AVE., A GABLES DEVELOPMENT, (713) 533-9966
www.westaveriveroaks.com
SECURITY SERVICES
5 STAR EVENT SERVICES, (713) 400-0777, www.5starstaff.com
ANDY FRAIN SERVICES, (713) 699-1664, www.andyfrain.com
IIDON SECURITY ASSOCIATES, (972) 620-2344, www.iidon.net
KAY RESOURCES, INC., (936) 447-3197, www.kayresources.com
PLATINUM EVENT SERVICES, INC., (832) 730-1062
www.platinumesi.com
SIGNS / BANNERS
FASTSIGNS - DOWNTOWN, (713) 228-7446, www.fastsigns.com/318
LET IT FLY EVENTS, LLC., (713) 863-9990, www.letity.com
SIGNTEX IMAGING, LP, (281) 351-2776, www.signtex.com
TECH AVE AUDIO VISUAL EVENTS, (713) 863-9450
www.techave.com
SPEAKERS

KEY THIS MONTH IN HOUSTON, (713) 880-9200


www.keymagazine.com

CJ COOLIDGE KEYNOTE MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, (281) 482-5586


www.cjcoolidge.com

MY TABLE: HOUSTONS DINING MAGAZINE, (713) 529-5500


www.my-table.com

DAYNA STEELE KEYNOTE SPEAKER, (281) 738-3254


www.yourdailysuccesstip.com/dayna-steele

POST OAK PUBLISHING, INC. - HOUSTON NEWCOMER GUIDES


(713) 952-1916, www.houstonnewcomerguides.com

GARZA PROTOCOL ASSOCIATES, LLC., (832) 692-4842


www.garzaprotocol.com

SHOPPING THE MILE, (713) 961-3333, shoppingthemile.com

JEROME D. LOVE MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, (281) 773-3084


jeromelove.com

REAL ESTATE AGENCIES / DEVELOPERS


BETH WOLFF REALTORS - HOUSTON, (713) 622-9339
www.bethwolff.com
BETH WOLFF REALTORS - THE WOODLANDS, (821) 362-2844
www.bethwolff.com
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS GARY GREENE REAL ESTATE
(713) 461-6800, www.memorial.garygreene.com

NATIONAL SPEAKERS ASSOCIATION - HOUSTON CHAPTER


(979) 836-5643, www.nsahouston.org
TALENT AGENCIES
NEAL HAMIL MODEL AND TALENT AGENCY, (713) 789-1335
www.nealhamilagency.com

CITYCENTRE, (713 ) 629-5200, citycentrehouston.com


GRETZER GROUP, THE, (713) 777-5932, www.gretzergroup.com

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SOLUTION, (713) 702-1832, www.theglobalspeaknetwork.com
SILVER MEMBER

TEAM BUILDING
ATHENA GUN CLUB, (713) 461-5900, www.athenagunclub.com
COSMO COOL CONCEPTS, INC., A DMC NETWORK
(713) 863-1800, www.cosmocoolconcepts.com
DAVE & BUSTERS, (713) 952-2233, www.daveandbusters.com
DAVE & BUSTERS MARQ*E, (713) 423-7706
www.daveandbusters.com
EEVENTS GROUP, (713) 532-6907, www.e-eventsgroup.com

TRAVEL SERVICES
AMERICAN SOUTH INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL INC., (832) 738-5399
www.asit-ustx.com
EXPEDIA, INC., (713) 485-5666, www.expediainc.com
HOTELPLANNER.COM, (800) 898-1347, www.hotelplanner.com
J & J TOURS, (702) 985-4873, www.jjtours.com
JAPAN TOURS & TRAVEL, (713) 520-8654, www.japantours.com
KFCI, (832) 866-3377, www.visittexas.com
PARKING PANDA, (800) 232-6416, www.parkingpanda.com

GEORGE RANCH HISTORICAL PARK, (281) 343-0218


www.georgeranch.org

QUALITY HOSPITALITY TRAVEL LLC, (281) 257-0252


www.hairstonassociates.com

THE DRUM CAFE, (210) 336-2551, www.drumcafe.com

SIERRA STAGE COACHES, INC., (713) 947-2877


www.sierratrailways.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS
BEARCOM OPERATING L.P., (214) 765-7492, www.bearcom.com
QTAGS, LLC, (832) 274-2772, www.guestassist.net
SMART CITY NETWORKS, (713) 853-8177, www.smartcity.com
YUP!CHARGE USA, (281) 671-6964, www.yupcharge.com
TEMPORARY AGENCIES / STAFFING FIRMS
ACHILLES GROUP, (281) 469-1800, www.achillesgroup.com
BURNETT STAFFING SPECIALISTS, (713) 759-9943 x 108
www.burnettstafng.com
EVINS PERSONNEL CONSULTANTS, (713) 977-8555
www.hrnetconnection.com
IATSE LOCAL 51, (713) 697-3999, www.iatse51.org

THE BAHAMAS TOURIST OFFICE, (713) 730-7628, www.bahamas.com


WEST UNIVERSITY TRAVEL, (713) 665-4767, www.westutravel.com
VENUES
1111 STUDEWOOD PLACE, (281) 802-0158
www.1111studewoodplace.com
ATHENA GUN CLUB, (713) 461-5900, www.athenagunclub.com
ATHLETIC/ALUMNI CENTER, (832) 842-3100, www.uhtickets.com
BATANGA, (713) 224-9500, www.batangahouston.com
BAYOU CITY EVENT CENTER, (713) 724-2930
www.bayoucityeventcenter.com
BAYOU MUSIC CENTER, (713) 230-1666, www.bayoumusiccenter.com

LPC PERSONNEL, INC., (713) 680-9898, www.lpcpersonnel.com

BBVA COMPASS STADIUM, (713) 547-3010


www.bbvacompassstadium.com

PRIDESTAFF, (713) 953-1800, pridestaff.com

BERRY CENTER, (281) 894-3912, www.berrycenter.net

RANDSTAD US, (713) 461-2424, www.randstadstafng.com

BLUE BOX THEATER, (713) 256-1637, www.blueboxtheater.com

TOUR OPERATORS
AFC TRANSPORTATION, (713) 988-5466, www.afchouston.com
CHINESE CULTURE EXCHANGE, (504) 273-6737
www.chineseculturalexchange.com
DISCOVER HOUSTON TOURS / HOUSTON URBAN ADVENTURES
(713) 222-9255, www.discoverhoustontours.com
FIRST CLASS TOURS, INC., (281) 590-1803, www.rstclasstours.net
HOUSTON CITY TOURS, (832) 388-8434, www.houstoncitytours.us
HOUSTON CITYPASS, (888) 330-5008, www.citypass.com/houston
HOUSTON GREETERS, (713) 473-3837, www.houstongreeters.org

CARL LEWIS INTERNATIONAL COMPLEX, (832) 842-3100


www.uhtickets.com
CHATEAU COCOMAR, (713) 538-9400, www.chateaucocomar.com
CHATEAU POLONEZ, (281) 655-5656, www.chateaupolonez.com
COUGAR FIELD, (832) 842-3100, www.uhtickets.com
COUGAR SOFTBALL COMPLEX, (832) 842-3100
www.uhtickets.com
CULLEN PERFORMANCE HALL, (832) 842-3100, www.uh.edu/cph
CWA LOCAL 6222 - THE DOROTHY BARKER BUILDING
(713) 445-3190, www.cwa6222.com
DAVE & BUSTERS, (713) 952-2233, www.daveandbusters.com

HOUSTON HISTORICAL TOURS, (713) 392-0867


www.houstonhistoricaltours.com

DAVE & BUSTERS MARQ*E, (713) 423-7706


www.daveandbusters.com

PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE ASSOCIATION HOUSTON


(281) 497-3417, www.ptgah.com

DISCOVERY GREEN, (713) 400-7336, www.discoverygreen.com

SEGWAY TOURS OF HOUSTON, (713) 630-0552


www.segwaytoursofhouston.com
TRANSLATORS / INTERPRETERS
AMERICAN LANGUAGE SERVICES, (832) 540-9140, www.alsglobal.net
DONATTI TRANSLATION & INTERPRETING, (281) 495-9491
www.dtitranslation.com
PALABRAS LANGUAGE SERVICES, (281) 412-0944
www.palabratranslations.com
TECHTRANS INTERNATIONAL, INC., (281) 335-8000
www.tti-corp.com

DUKESSA, (832) 982-4852, www.dukessahouston.com


ELEVEN:ELEVEN RESTAURANT & BAR, (713) 529-5881
www.elevenxihouston.com
FIREHOUSE SALOON, (281) 513-1995, www.rehousesaloon.com
GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER, (713) 853-8000
www.houstonconventionctr.com
HOFHEINZ PAVILION, (832) 842-3100, www.uhtickets.com
HOUSTON STADIUM, (832) 842-3100, www.uhtickets.com
HOWL AT THE MOON, (713) 658-9700, www.howlatthemoon.com
HUGHES HANGAR, (281) 501-2028, www.hugheshangar.com
HUMBLE CIVIC CENTER, (281) 446-4140, www.humblecc.com

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INDIA HOUSE, INC., (713) 929-1900, www.indiahouseinc.org


INDIKA RESTAURANT, (713) 524-2170, www.indikausa.com
KIM SON BALLROOM/BANQUET HALL, (713) 222-2461
www.ksbanquet.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - KATY, (281) 394-4800
www.mainevent.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - SHENANDOAH
(281) 355-5511, www.mainevent.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - STAFFORD, (713) 598-7184
www.mainevent.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - WEBSTER, (281) 332-4500
www.mainevent.com

CIVIC & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS


CONSULATES
CONSULATE GENERAL OF ALBANIA, (281) 548-4740
www.embassyofalbania.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF ANGOLA, (713) 212-3840
www.angolaconsulate-tx.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF ARGENTINA, (713) 871-8935
www.chous.mrecic.gov.ar
CONSULATE GENERAL OF AUSTRIA, (713) 723-9979
www.austria.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF BELIZE, (832) 380-4164

MCCORMICK AND SCHMICKS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT DOWNTOWN, (713) 658-8100, www.mccormickandschmicks.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF BOLIVIA, (832) 916-2000


www.boliviatx.org

NRG PARK, (832) 667-1400, www.nrgpark.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF BRAZIL, (713) 961-3063


www.houston.itamaraty.gov.br

PALM RESTAURANT, (713) 977-2544, www.thepalm.com


PALMS BANQUET AND EVENT CENTER, (281) 481-1234
www.palmseventcenter.com
PASADENA CONVENTION CENTER AND MUNICIPAL
FAIRGROUNDS, (281) 487-4331, www.pasadenaconventioncenter.com
PETROLEUM CLUB OF HOUSTON, (713) 659-1431, www.pcoh.com
SAGE EVENT CENTER, (713) 933-7714, www.sageeventcenter.com
SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK, (281) 807-8700, www.shrp.com
SILVER SYCAMORE, (713) 304-4665, www.silversycamore.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF CHILE, (713) 963-9066, www.minrel.gov.cl


CONSULATE GENERAL OF CHINA, (713) 520-1462
www.chinahouston.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF COLOMBIA, (713) 979-0844
www.colhouston.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF COSTA RICA, (713) 266-0484
www.visitcostarica.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF COTE DIVOIRE, (713) 410-0472

STAFFORD CIVIC CENTRE, (281) 499-5763, www.cityofstafford.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF CYPRUS, (713) 630-0029


www.cyprusembassy.net

STAMPEDE HOUSTON, (281) 219-2006, www.stampedehouston.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF ECUADOR, (713) 572-8731

STAR FLEET YACHTS, (281) 901-5648, www.stareetyachts.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF EGYPT, (713) 961-4915


www.consulateofegypthouston.com

STATION 3, (713) 922-7099, www.houstonrestation.com


STEREO LIVE, (832) 251-9600, www.stereolivehouston.com
THE BELL TOWER ON 34TH, (713) 868-2355
www.thebelltoweron34th.com
THE CORINTHIAN, (713) 522-2002, www.thecorinthianhouston.com
THE CRYSTAL BALLROOM AT THE RICE, (713) 227-RICE
www.crystalballhouston.com
THE DOWNTOWN CLUB AT HOUSTON CENTER, (713) 225-3257
www.thedowntownclubhouston.com
THE GARDENS HOUSTON, (281) 481-0181
www.thegardenshouston.net
THE HOUSTON CLUB, (713) 225-3257, www.houstonclub.com
THE HOUSTON FOOD BANK CONFERENCE CENTER
(832) 369-9235, www.houstonfoodbank.org/conferencecenter
THE KINGDOM BUILDERS CENTER OF HOUSTON
(713) 726-2513, www.kbchouston.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF EL SALVADOR, (713) 270-6239


www.houstonelsalvador.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF EQUATORIAL GUINEA, (713) 776-9900
www.egconsulatehou.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF FRANCE, (713) 572-2799
www.consulfrance-houston.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF GERMANY, (713) 627-7770
www.germany.info/houston
CONSULATE GENERAL OF GHANA, (713) 960-1950
www.ghanavisashouston.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF GREECE, (713) 840-7522
www.mfa.gr/houston
CONSULATE GENERAL OF GUATEMALA, (713) 953-9531
CONSULATE GENERAL OF HONDURAS, (281) 846-1521
www.consuladohondurashouston.org

THE PARADOR, (713) 529-3050, www.paradorhouston.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF HUNGARY, (713) 476-0497


www.hungaryconsulhouston.org

THE POWER CENTER, (713) 723-6837


www.thepowercenterhouston.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF INDIA, (713) 626-2148


www.cgihouston.org

THE REDNECK COUNTRY CLUB, (281) 809-4867


theredneckcountryclub.com

CONSULATE GENERAL OF INDONESIA, (713) 785-1691


www.indonesiahouston.net

THE UNITED WAY COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER


(713) 685-2300, www.unitedwayhouston.org

CONSULATE GENERAL OF IRELAND, (713) 961-5263

THE WYNDEN, (281) 768-6070, www.thewynden.com


TONY MANDOLAS, (713) 529-6573, www.tonymandolas.com
TOYOTA CENTER, (713) 758-7255, www.toyotacentertix.com
TREEBEARDS - MARKET SQUARE, (713) 228-8228
www.treebeards.com
UH SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT, (832) 842-3100
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CONSULATE GENERAL OF ISRAEL, (832) 301-3500


www.houston.mfa.gov.il
CONSULATE GENERAL OF ITALY, (713) 850-7520
www.conshouston.esteri.it
CONSULATE GENERAL OF JAPAN, (713) 652-2977
www.houston.us.emb-japan.go.jp
CONSULATE GENERAL OF KOREA, (713) 961-0186
CONSULATE GENERAL OF KYRGYZSTAN, (281) 920-1841

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CONSULATE GENERAL OF LEBANON, (713) 268-1640


www.lebanonembassyus.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF MALTA, (713) 654-7900
CONSULATE GENERAL OF MEXICO, (713) 271-6800,
www.sre.gob.mx/houston
CONSULATE GENERAL OF MONGOLIA, (713) 759-1922
www.mongolianconsulate.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF NICARAGUA, (713) 789-2762
CONSULATE GENERAL OF NORWAY, (713) 620-4200
www.norway.org/houston
CONSULATE GENERAL OF PAKISTAN, (281) 890-2223
www.pakistanconsulatehouston.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF PANAMA, (713) 622-4451
www.conpahouston.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF PAPUA NEW GUINEA, (713) 966-2500
CONSULATE GENERAL OF PERU, (713) 355-9517
www.consuladoperu.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF QATAR, (713) 355-8221
www.cgqh.net
CONSULATE GENERAL OF ROMANIA, (713) 629-1551
CONSULATE GENERAL OF RUSSIA, (713) 337-3300
www.rusconshouston.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF RWANDA, (832) 687-0753
www.rwandaconshouston.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF SAUDI ARABIA, (713) 785-5577
www.saudiembassy.net
CONSULATE GENERAL OF SPAIN, (713) 783-6200
CONSULATE GENERAL OF SWEDEN, (713) 953-1417
www.swedishconsulate.org
CONSULATE GENERAL OF SWITZERLAND, (713) 467-9887
www.eda.admin.ch/washington
CONSULATE GENERAL OF SYRIA, (713) 622-8860
CONSULATE GENERAL OF THAILAND, (713) 335-3995
www.thaiconsulatehouston.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC, (254) 826-3004
www.stephensonlaw.com
CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE UNITED KINGDOM
(713) 659-6270, ukinusa.fco.gov.uk/houston
CONSULATE GENERAL OF TURKEY, (713) 622-5849
www.houston.cg.mfa.gov.tr
CONSULATE GENERAL OF URUGUAY, (713) 974-7855
CONSULATE GENERAL OF VENEZUELA, (713) 974-0028
www.consuvenezhouston.org
CONSULATE OF AUSTRALIA, (713) 782-6009
www.usa.embassy.gov.au
CONSULATE OF BARBADOS, (832) 725-5566
CONSULATE OF BELGIUM, (713) 224-8000
CONSULATE OF BOTSWANA, (713) 355-8614
CONSULATE OF CAMEROON, (713) 686-4320
CONSULATE OF CANADA, (713) 821-1440, www.houston.gc.ca

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CONSULATE OF CROATIA, (713) 444-1442


CONSULATE OF DENMARK, (713) 622-9018, www.denmark.org
CONSULATE OF ESTONIA, (281) 351-7610, www.usabldg.com
CONSULATE OF ETHIOPIA, (713) 271-7567
CONSULATE OF FINLAND, (281) 778-6999

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CONSULATE OF GEORGIA, (713) 240-3086


CONSULATE OF ICELAND, (832) 742-5305
CONSULATE OF JAMAICA, (713) 541-3333
CONSULATE OF LATVIA, (713) 888-0404
CONSULATE OF LITHUANIA, (713) 665-4218, www.mfa.lt
CONSULATE OF NEW ZEALAND, (713) 501-5418

ROSENBERG, TEXAS
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Rosenberg, full of rich history, is located
just 30 minutes from Houston. Youll
nd plenty of fun activities and unique
attractions in Rosenberg and the
surrounding area. With so many exciting
things to see and do, you dont want
to miss it!

CONSULATE OF PARAGUAY, (713) 444-9887


CONSULATE OF POLAND, (281) 565-0499
www.forum-polonia-houston.com
CONSULATE OF PORTUGAL, (713) 759-1188
CONSULATE OF SRI LANKA, (832) 818-0889
CONSULATE OF THE NETHERLANDS, (713) 785-2200
CONSULATE OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, (713) 485-5453
www.patyounger.com
CONSULATE OF UKRAINE, (281) 242-6654, www.uacc.us
CONSULATE OF VIETNAM, (713) 850-1233
vietnamconsulateinhouston.org

THE WOODLANDS CONVENTION AND


VISITORS BUREAU
2801 Technology Forest Blvd.
The Woodlands, TX 77381
281-363-2447
www.facebook.com/VisitTheWoodlands
Visit The Woodlands, Texas, located
just 30 minutes north of Houston.
The Woodlands has more then eight
million square feet of shopping, dining,
hospitality and entertainment
including concerts under the stars,
great nightlife, golf, nature trails and
more. Start your getaway today at www.
VisitTheWoodlands.com.

CVBS / CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE / MUNICIPALITIES


BAY AREA HOUSTON CONVENTION &
VISITORS BUREAU
913 N. Meyer Rd., Seabrook, TX 77586
281-474-9700
www.visitbayareahouston.com
Located on beautiful Galveston Bay
and Clear Lake, Bay Area Houston is a
fabulous destination for water sports,
outdoor exploration and fun family
activities. Centrally located between
Houston and Galveston, the area boasts a
warm climate with a charming, no-hassle
atmosphere, perfect for a weekend
getaway or extended visit.
BAYTOWN TOURISM
2401 Market Street
Baytown, Texas 77520
281-420-5343
www.VisitBaytown.com
Ever dream of running across one of
the largest stay-cable bridges in the
world, or kayaking in the reection of the
San Jacinto Monument? Dare to explore
Baytown, where your trip opportunities
are limitless. Find more information
about attractions, dining, and lodging at
www.VisitBaytown.com.

GALVESTON ISLAND VISITORS CENTER


2328 Broadway Blvd. (inside Ashton Villa)
409-797-5144
www.galveston.com

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VISIT SUGAR LAND CONVENTION &


VISITORS SERVICES
281-275-2333
www.visitsugarlandtx.com
Catch a Skeeters minor league baseball
game watch a regatta, visit dinosaurs at
the Houston Museum of Natural Science
at Sugar Land, or enjoy more than 900
dining and shopping locations. No matter
what suits you, theres always something
to make your dayor night.

ACRES HOME CHAMBER FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC


DEVELOPMENT, INC., (713) 692-7003
www.dscreation6754244.homestead.com
AMERICAN INDIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF TEXAS
(817) 429-2323, www.aicct.com
ASIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(713) 782-7222, www.asianchamber-hou.org
BAY AREA HOUSTON CVB
(281) 474-9700, www.visitbayareahouston.com
BAY AREA HOUSTON ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP, (832) 536-3255
www.bayareahouston.com
BELGIAN TRADE COMMISSION, (713) 863-1110, www.belgiantrade.org
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, (713) 341-6127, www.bbbhou.org
BILATERAL US-ARAB CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (713) 880-8168
www.bilateralchamber.org
CITY OF BAYTOWN, TOURISM OFFICE, (281) 420-5343
www.visitbaytown.com

The siren song of breaking waves


draws visitors to Galvestons beaches
generation after generation. Warm
breezes and temperate seas complement
the citys rich historic districts, unique
attractions, and bustling shops.
Galvestons relaxed island atmosphere is
only 50 minutes away from Houston,
yet a world away in spirit.

CITY OF HOUSTON, (713) 247-2200, www.houstontx.gov

PEARLAND CONVENTION
AND VISITORS BUREAU
713-436-5595
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CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU OF MEXICO, (832) 295-4945

PearlandA Perfect Pick...to stay, play,


meet & getaway! Proximity: 10 miles from
downtown Houston and Hobby airport.
Plenty to do: visit a Hindu temple,
experience Bass Pro Shop,enjoy antiquing,
biking, birding, golng, hiking and more.
Check out our special packages and book
a weekend getaway today!

FORT BEND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE /CONVENTION


& VISITORS SERVICES, (281) 491-0800, www.fortbendchamber.com

CITY OF SEABROOK, (281) 291-5663, www.seabrooktx.gov


CITY OF SUGAR LAND, (281) 275-2333, www.sugarlandtx.gov
CLUTE VISITORS BUREAU, (979) 265-2508, www.goclute.com
CONROE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU, (936) 522-3500
www.conroecvb.net

CY-FAIR HOUSTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (281) 373-1390


www.cyfairchamber.com

GALVESTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (409) 763-5326


www.galvestonchamber.com
GALVESTON ISLAND CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
(866) 505-4456, www.galveston.com

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PLATINUM MEMBER

GOLD MEMBER

HOUSTON CHINATOWN COMMUNITY DEV. CORP., (281) 568-8388


SILVER MEMBER

GERMAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF THE


SOUTHERN UNITED STATES - SOUTH TEXAS, (832) 384-1201
www.gaccsouth.com
GREATER EAST END MANAGEMENT DISTRICT, (713) 928-9916
www.greatereastend.com
GREATER HEIGHTS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(713) 861-6735, www.heightschamber.com
GREATER HOUSTON BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(713) 522-9745, www.ghbcc.com

HOUSTON CINEMA ARTS SOCIETY, (713) 429-0420


www.cinemartsociety.org
HOUSTON DOWNTOWN ALLIANCE, (713) 658-8938
www.downtownhouston.org
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL TRADE DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL, INC., (832) 448-0537, www.houstontrade.org
HOUSTON MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
(713) 271-7805, afliate.nmsdc.org/hmsdc
HOUSTON TENNIS ASSOCIATION, (281) 580-8313
www.houstontennis.org

GREATER HOUSTON PARTNERSHIP, (713) 844-3600, www.houston.org

INTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTER - HOUSTON, (832) 448-0190


www.itchouston.org

GREATER HOUSTON WOMENS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE


(713) 782-3777, www.ghwcc.org

NORTH HOUSTON FRONTIERS CLUB, INC., (713) 331-0440


www.nhfrontiers.com

GREENSPOINT DISTRICT, (281) 874-2131, www.greenspoint.org

PRESERVATION HOUSTON, (713) 510-3990


www.preservationhouston.org

HARRIS COUNTY, (713) 755-4000, www.harriscountytx.gov


HOUSTON DOWNTOWN ALLIANCE, (713) 658-8938
www.downtownhouston.org
HOUSTON EAST END AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(713) 926-3305, www.eecoc.org
HOUSTON HEIGHTS ASSOCIATION, INC., (713) 861-4002
www.houstonheights.org
HOUSTON HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (713) 644-7070
www.houstonhispanicchamber.com
HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(281) 260-3163, www.houstonicc.org
HOUSTON NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(281) 440-4160, www.HoustonNWChamber.org
HOUSTON WEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (713) 785-4922
www.hwcoc.org
ITALY AMERICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TEXAS, (713) 626-9303
www.iacctexas.com
KATY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (281) 391-5289
www.katychamber.com
KOREAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF HOUSTON
(713) 320-6336, www.houstonkcc.org
LAKE HOUSTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (281) 446-2128
www.lakehoustonareachamber.org
MIDTOWN MANAGEMENT DISTRICT, (713) 526-7577
www.houstonmidtown.com
PASADENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, (281) 487-7871
www.pasadenachamber.org
PEARLAND CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU, (713) 436-5595
www.visitpearland.com

RICE DESIGN ALLIANCE (RDA), (713) 348-4876, www.rda.rice.edu


ROTARY LOMBARDI AWARD, (713) 973-9936
www.rotarylombardiaward.org
SALVATION ARMY, THE, (713) 752-0677
www.SalvationArmyHouston.org
WOMENS BUSINESS ENTERPRISE ALLIANCE, (713) 681-9232
www.wbea-texas.org
WORLD YOUTH FOUNDATION, INC., (713) 523-8484
www.worldyouthfoundation.org
DINING & RESTAURANTS
BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES
KARBACH BREWING CO., (713) 680-2739, www.karbachbrewing.com
SAINT ARNOLD BREWING COMPANY, (713) 686-9494
www.saintarnold.com
YELLOW ROSE DISTILLING, (281) 886-8757
www.yellowrosedistilling.com
CATERING

PAPPAS CATERING
713-952-9782
www.pappascatering.com
We specialize in custom event design
and buffet service with cuisine from
Pappasitos, Pappadeaux and Pappas
Bros. Steakhouse. Whether its a cocktail
reception wedding, lunch, dinner or
corporate event, everything tastes better
with Pappas!

THE WOODLANDS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU


(281) 363-2447, www.thewoodlandscvb.com

A LA CARTE EVENTS & CATERING LLC, (281) 408-4112


www.alchouston.com

UPPER KIRBY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT, (713) 524-8000


www.upperkirby.org

ARAMARK - NRG PARK, (832) 667-2426


www.reliantpark.com/food-and-beverage

NONPROFIT
CENTER FOR HEARING AND SPEECH, (713) 523-3633
www.centerhearingandspeech.org
CITY OF HOUSTON GREEN BUILDING RESOURCE CENTER
(832) 394-9050, www.codegreenhouston.org
EDGAR CAYCE CENTER, HOUSTONS ASSOCIATION FOR
RESEARCH AND ENLIGHTENMENT, (713) 263-1006
www.edgarcaycehouston.org
HOUSTON AREA URBAN LEAGUE, (713) 393-8700, www.haul.org
HOUSTON ARTS ALLIANCE, (713) 527-9330
www.houstonartsalliance.com

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ARAMARK @ GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER AND


THEATER DISTRICT, (713) 853-8150, www.houstonconventionctr.com
ARMANDOS, (713) 520-1738, www.armandosrestaurant.com
BACKSTREET CAFE, (713) 521-2239, www.backstreetcafe.net
CADILLAC CATERING, (713) 862-2020, www.cadillacbar.com
CATERING BY GEORGE, (713) 699-1693, www.cateringbygeorge.com
CORDUA CATERING, (713) 961-0911, www.cordua.com
DA VINCI CATERERS, (832) 581-3953, www.davincicaterers.com
ELEVEN:ELEVEN RESTAURANT & BAR, (713) 529-5881
www.elevenxihouston.com
FAINMOUS BBQ, (713) 728-9663, www.fainmousbbq.com

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FIESTA CATERING, (713) 365-9202, www.estacateringinc.com


FRENCHYS CHICKEN, (713) 748-2233, www.frenchyschicken.com
FRENCHYS SAUSAGE CO., INC., (713) 862-2299
www.frenchyschicken.com
GOODE CO. CATERING, (713) 529-4616, www.goodecompany.com
INDIKA RESTAURANT, (713) 524-2170, www.indikausa.com
JACKSON AND COMPANY, (713) 523-5780
www.jacksonandcompany.com
JASONS DELI, (713) 865-1094, www.jasonsdeli.com
JIM BENTON OF HOUSTON, LLC, (713) 802-2860
www.jimbentonhouston.com
KIM SON RESTAURANT - DOWNTOWN, (713) 222-2461
www.kimson.com
KOLACHE FACTORY, (281) 829-6188, www.kolachefactory.com
LEVY RESTAURANTS, (713) 758-7523, www.levyrestaurants.com
MAGGIANOS LITTLE ITALY - HOUSTON, (713) 961-2700
www.maggianos.com
PAPPAS CATERING, (713) 952-9782, www.pappas.com
PAPPAS DELIVERY, (713) 952-9782, www.pappasdelivery.com
PHOENICIA SPECIALTY FOODS - DOWNTOWN, (832) 360-2222
www.phoeniciafoods.com
POTBELLY SANDWICH SHOP, (713) 835-8730, www.potbelly.com
PREGO, (713) 529-2420, www.prego-houston.com
QUEENIES DELECTABLE DELIGHTS, (281) 608-8216
www.queeniesdelectabledelights.com
ROSEMARYS CATERING, (713) 396-0551, www.therkgroup.com
SAMBUCA, (713) 224-5299, www.sambucarestaurant.com
SPECTRUM CATERING, CONCESSIONS & SPECIAL EVENTS
(281) 363-0900, www.spectrumconcessions.com
SUSHIC, LLC - THE SUSHI COMPANY, (713) 973-2386
www.sushicllc.com
THE FRENCH CORNER CATERING AND RESTAURANT
(713) 661-5324, www.thefrenchcorner.com
THE WYNDEN, (281) 768-6070, www.thewynden.com
TONY MANDOLAS CATERING, (713) 529-6573
www.tonymandolas.com
TREEBEARDS - MARKET SQUARE, (713) 228-8228
www.treebeards.com
VIRGIES BAR-B-QUE, (713) 466-6525, www.virgiesbbq.com
CULINARY EXPERIENCE
URBANCHEF COOKING EXPERIENCE, (832) 560-9218
www.urbanchefhouston.com
WELL DONE COOKING CLASSES, (281) 989-4865
www.welldonecc.com

MINUTE MAID BUSINESS UNIT, COCA-COLA NORTH AMERICA


(281) 302-4678, www.minutemaid.com
ROSEMARYS CATERING, (713) 396-0551, www.therkgroup.com
SILVER EAGLE DISTRIBUTORS, INC., (713) 866-6330
www.wideworldofbud.com
SYSCO HOUSTON, INC., (713) 672-8080, www.sysco.com
WINERIES
BERNHARDT WINERY, (936) 894-9820, www.bernhardtwinery.com
CORK THIS! WINERY, (936) 597-4030, corkthiswinery.com
HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY, INC., (409) 925-1401
www.haakwine.com
CORK THIS! WINERY, (936) 597-4030, corkthiswinery.com
MESSINA HOF WINERY AND RESORT, (979) 778-9463
www.messinahof.com
PEACH CREEK VINEYARDS, (936) 825-3669
www.peachcreekvineyards.com
PLEASANT HILL WINERY, (979) 830-8463
www.pleasanthillwinery.com
SADDLEHORN WINERY, (713) 289-3858, www.saddlehornwinery.com
TEXAS BLUEBONNET WINE TRAIL, (936) 597-4030
www.texasbluebonnetwinetrail.com
WINDY WINERY, (979) 836-3252, www.windywinery.com
RESTAURANTS
DOWNTOWN
THE GROVE
1611 Lamar
Houston, TX 77010
713-337-7321
www.thegrovehouston.com
Enjoy your visit in Houston with a truly
unique dining experience in the middle
of a lush park in the heart of downtown
Houston. With crisp architecture and
beautiful interior design, The Grove
offers a modern Texas cuisine created by
renowned chef Robert Del Grande and
Chef de Cuisine Ryan Williams.

MORTONS THE STEAKHOUSE


Downtown: 1001 McKinney St
713-659-3700
Galleria: 5000 Westheimer
713-629-1946
www.mortons.com
Mortons serves only the nest quality foods,
featuring USDA Prime aged beef, fresh
seafood, decadent desserts and an awardwinning wine list. Both the Downtown and
Galleria locations have been updated with
modern, stylish interiorsthe wide-open
dining rooms and fantastic bar make them
a lively yet intimate place for an evening out.

FARMS & MARKETS


BLESSINGTON FARMS, (832) 444-8717, www.blessingtonfarms.com
FOOD & BEVERAGE EVENTS AND SERVICES
DAVE & BUSTERS, (713) 952-2233, www.daveandbusters.com
DAVE & BUSTERS MARQ*E, (713) 423-7706, www.daveandbusters.com
FRESHBREW GROUP USA, (281) 847-2222, www.freshbrewgroup.com
LARRYS BAG OF SMOKE CO., (713) 417-4408
LOS TIOS, LTD, (713) 253-4124

PAPPAS BAR-B-Q
www.pappasbarbq.com
With a lively atmosphere and true
Western hospitality, Pappas Bar-B-Q has
been a Houston favorite for slow-smoked,
pit barbecue since 1967. For breakfast,
lunch or a family night out, Pappas
Bar-B-Q delivers delicious Texas-sized
portions at an unbeatable value. 17
Houston area locations.

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY, (713) 530-7777. www.marbleslab.com


MAUI WOWI-SMOOTHIES ON THE GO, (713) 467-1234
www.smoothiesonthego.com

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INDIKA RESTAURANT, (713) 524-2170, www.indikausa.com

GOLD MEMBER

SILVER MEMBER

PROHIBITION SUPPERCLUB & BAR


1008 Prairie St.
Houston, TX 77002
281-940-4636
www.prohibitionhouston.com
Inspired by American hotel lobbies
and European cafes of the 1920s,
Prohibition Supperclub & Bar is situated
in the historic ISIS Silent Theatre by the
Theatre District in downtown Houston.
With a nostalgic, decadent menu and
downtowns only raw bar, we specialize
in raw and chargrilled oysters. Open late
with a great bar scene.
VIC & ANTHONYS
1510 Texas Avenue
Houston, TX 77002
713-228-1111
Located in the heart of Downtown
Houston, Vic & Anthonys Steakhouse
features a blend of high-quality food
& one-of-a-kind hospitality in an
intimate atmosphere of hand-crafted
mahogany woodwork, leather furnishings
and luxurious amenities. With nightly
entertainment, the Lounge is for the
enjoyment of both dining & nondining guests.

1600 BAR + GRILLE, (713) 353-4400, www.hilton.com


ANDALUCIA TAPAS AND TAVERNA, (832) 319-6673
www.andaluciatapas.com
ARTISANS RESTAURANT, (713) 529-9111, artisansrestaurant.com
ARTISTA, (713) 278-4782, www.cordua.com
BATANGA, (713) 224-9500, www.batangahouston.com
BENIHANA - DOWNTOWN, (713) 659-8231, www.benihana.com
BIRRAPORETTIS, (713) 224-9494, www.birrarestaurant.com
BRENNANS OF HOUSTON, (713) 522-9711
www.brennanshouston.com
CHINA GARDEN, (713) 652-0745, www.chinagardenhouston.com
DAMIANS CUCINA ITALIANA, (713) 522-0439, www.damians.com
DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM, (713) 223-3474
www.downtownaquarium.com
EL BIG BAD, (713) 229-5181, www.elbigbad.com
ELEVEN:ELEVEN RESTAURANT & BAR, (713) 529-5881
www.elevenxihouston.com
FRANKS PIZZA, (713) 225-5656, www.frankspizza.com
GREENSTREET, (832) 320-1201, www.greenstreetdowntown.com
GUADALAJARA DEL CENTRO, (713) 650-0101
www.guadalajarahacienda.com
HARD ROCK CAFE HOUSTON, (713) 227-1392
www.hardrock.com/houston
HEARSAY GASTRO LOUNGE, (713) 225-8079
www.hearsayhouston.com
HEARSAY ON THE GREEN - EMBASSY SUITES DOWNTOWN
(713) 377-3362, www.hearsayhouston/second-location.com
HOUSE OF BLUES, (888) 40-BLUES, www.hob.com/Houston
HUGHES HANGAR, (281) 501-2028, www.hugheshangar.com
HUGOS, (713) 524-7744, www.hugosrestaurant.net
IBIZA FOOD AND WINE BAR, (713) 524-0004
www.ibizafoodandwinebar.com
III FORKS, (713) 658-9457, www.iiiforks.com

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IRMAS RESTAURANT, (713) 222-0767


JASONS DELI, (713) 865-1094, www.jasonsdeli.com
JULIAS BISTRO, (713) 807-0090, www.juliasbistro.com
KIM SON RESTAURANT - DOWNTOWN, (713) 222-2461
www.kimson.com
LAST CONCERT CAFE, (713) 226-8563, www.lastconcert.com
LUCKYS PUB, (713) 522-2010, www.luckyspub.com
LUIGIS CUCINA ITALIANA, (281) 888-9037
www.luigiscucinaitaliana.com
MARKS AMERICAN CUISINE, (713) 523-3800, www.marks1658.com
MASSAS SEAFOOD GRILL, (713) 655-9100, www.massas.com
MAXS WINE DIVE - MONTROSE, (713) 528-9200
www.maxswinedive.com
MCCORMICK AND SCHMICKS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT DOWNTOWN, (713) 658-8100, www.mccormickandschmicks.com
MORTONS, THE STEAKHOUSE - DOWNTOWN, (713) 659-3700
www.mortons.com
MR. PEEPLES, (713) 652-0711, www.mrpeeples.com
NINOS/VINCENT AND GRAPPINOS, (713) 522-5120
www.ninos-vincents.com
PAPPAS BAR-B-Q, (713) 659-1245, www.pappasbbq.com
PAPPASITOS CANTINA - DOWNTOWN, (713) 353-4400
www.pappasitos.com
PHOENICIA SPECIALTY FOODS - DOWNTOWN, (832) 360-2222
www.phoeniciafoods.com
POTBELLY SANDWICH SHOP, (713) 835-8730, www.potbelly.com
PROHIBITION SUPPERCLUB & BAR, (713) 398-7697
www.prohibitionhouston.com
REVIVAL MARKET, (713) 880-8463, www.revivalmarket.com
SAMBUCA, (713) 224-5299, www.sambucarestaurant.com
SHULAS STEAK HOUSE, (713) 375-4777, www.donshula.com
SPARROW BAR + COOKSHOP, (713) 524-6922
www.sparrowhouston.com
THE ALLEY KAT BAR & LOUNGE, (713) 874-0722
THE BREAKFAST KLUB, (713) 528-8561, www.thebreakfastklub.com
THE CAFE AT HILTON AMERICAS - HOUSTON, (713) 739-8000
www.hilton.com
THE DOGWOOD, (281) 501-9075, www.thedogwoodmidtown.com
THE GROVE, (713) 337-7321, www.thegrovehouston.com
THE HONEYMOON CAFE AND BAR, (281) 846-6995
www.thehoneymoonhtx.com
THE LAKE HOUSE, (713) 337-7320
www.thegrovehouston.com/lakehouse
THE REFINERY, (713) 487-0029, www.reneryburger.com
THE SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE, (713) 229-9715, www.meatballs.com
TONY MANDOLAS, (713) 528-3474, www.tonymandolas.com
TREEBEARDS - MARKET SQUARE, (713) 228-8228
www.treebeards.com
UCHI, (713) 522-4808, www.uchirestaurants.com/houston
UNDERBELLY HOUSTON, (713) 528-9800
www.underbellyhouston.com
VIC & ANTHONYS STEAKHOUSE, (713) 228-1111
www.vicandanthonys.com
MUSEUM DISTRICT / MEDICAL CENTER
ASTRODOME DENNYS, (713) 666-0999

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DANTONS GULF COAST SEAFOOD KITCHEN, (713) 807-8883


www.dantonsseafood.com
DAVIS STREET AT HERMANN PARK, (713) 257-0721
www.davisstreet.com
GOODE COMPANY HAMBURGERS & TAQUERIA, (713) 520-9153
www.goodecompany.com
GOODE COMPANY SEAFOOD - WESTPARK, (713) 523-7154
www.goodecompany.com
GOODE COMPANY TEXAS BAR-B-Q - KIRBY DR., (713) 522-2530
www.goodecompany.com
NAM NOODLES & MORE - RICE VILLAGE, (713) 533-1188
www.namnoodlesandmore.com
PAPPASITOS CANTINA, (713) 668-5756, www.pappasitos.com
PREGO, (713) 529-2420, www.prego-houston.com
REGGAE HUT, (713) 520-7171, www.reggaehutcafe.com
RESTAURANT CINQ, (713) 469-4750
www.lacolombedor.com/restaurant-cinq
WHATABURGER RESTAURANTS, LP, (713) 661-4094
www.whataburger.com
NRG PARK

PAPPADEAUX SEAFOOD KITCHEN


www.pappadeaux.com
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen has been
serving up the nest and freshest
seafood around for more than 25 years.
We offer all things fresh and festive with
our energetic atmosphere and authentic
avors. Come enjoy the best Louisianastyle seafood available at one of our 12
Houston locations.

PAPPASITOS CANTINA
www.pappasitos.com
Famous for Legendary Tex-Mex, with
the look of a border town cantina and
the feel of a esta, Pappasitos serves
up sizzling fajitas, hand-crafted
margaritas and some of the best chips
and homemade salsa north of the Rio
Grande. Fourteen Houston area locations.

PAPPADEAUX SEAFOOD KITCHEN, (713) 665-3155


www.pappadeaux.com
THE FRENCH CORNER CATERING AND RESTAURANT
(713) 661-5324, www.thefrenchcorner.com
TREVISIO RESTAURANT AND CONFERENCE CENTER
(713) 749-0400, www.trevisiorestaurant.com
UPTOWN / GALLERIA / GREENWAY
GROTTO
4715 Westheimer
Houston, TX 77027
713-622-3663
The Woodlands: 281-419-4252
Galveston: 409-740-8605
www.grottorestaurants.com
Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in a
warm, entertaining atmosphere that
will transport you to the cozy setting
of a trattoria in the Old Country. With
a winning combination of impeccable
service, superb cuisine and unsurpassed
passion for detail, Grotto is the perfect
location for friends and family to enjoy a
fabulous meal and have a great time.

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MCCORMICK & SCHMICKS


SEAFOOD & STEAKS
Uptown:1151-01 Uptown Park Blvd. /
713-840-7900
Town & Country:791 Town & Country Blvd.
/ 713-465-3685
Downtown:1201 Fannin St. / 713-658-8100
www.mccormickandschmicks.com
The ideal restaurant for lunch, dinner or Happy
Hour! McCormick & Schmicks is known for its
classic private club atmosphere, fresh seafood
and perfectly aged steaks. Menus are created
and printed each day so be sure to visit the
website to see what will be served.

PAPPAS BROS. STEAKHOUSE


5839 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77057
713-780-7352
www.pappasbros.com
Houstons premier steakhouse, Pappas
Bros. Steakhouse is widely recognized
as one of the highest quality restaurants
in the nation, showcasing dry-aged,
prime steaks. Recently awarded Wine
Spectators Grand Award, the wine list
boasts more than 2,300 selections from
every major wine producing region in
the world.
PAPPAS BURGER
5815 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77057
713-975-6082
www.pappasburger.com
More than your typical burger joint, its
a one-of-a-kind burger haven serving
Texas sized prime beef burgers with fresh,
avorful toppings along with a variety
of sandwiches, hot dogs, crisp salads
and delicious sweets like hand-spun
milkshakes. A classic 1950s diner meets
energetic sports bar.
THE OCEANAIRE
5061 Westheimer (The Galleria)
Houston, TX 77056
832-487-8862
www.theoceanaire.com
Sleek and sophisticated, The Oceanaire
provides the perfect setting to enjoy
the freshest seafood own in daily from
around the world. Find out why The
Oceanaire has been voted one of the best
seafood restaurants in the country.
WILLIE GS SEAFOOD & STEAKS
1605 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston TX 77056
713-840-7190
www.williegs.com
Willie Gs is known for the freshest
seafood, succulent steaks and
unsurpassed service. The menu
features favorites such as the Ultimate
Seafood Platter and Jumbo Lump Crab
Cake. Specialties include Spiced Ahi
Tuna, Seared Sea Bass and the Redsh
Francese. Willie Gs is the perfect setting
for lunch, dinner and Houstons
best happy hour.

YIA YIA MARYS


PAPPAS GREEK KITCHEN
4747 San Felipe
Houston, TX 77056
713-840-8665
www.yiayiamarys.com
Yia Yia Marys is named for the Pappas
familys grandmother (yia yia is Greek
for grandmother) and is a family
history, reected through the recipes
that have been passed down. Our chefs
scoured the recipe books to create the
perfect menu of authentic Greek cuisine.

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GOLD MEMBER

RUTHS CHRIS STEAK HOUSE, (713) 789-2333, www.ruthschris.com


SALTGRASS STEAKHOUSE, (713) 461-6111, www.saltgrass.com
SILVER MEMBER

51FIFTEEN, (713) 963-8067, www.51fteen.com


AMAZON GRILL, (713) 522-5888, www.cordua.com
ARCODORO RISTORANTE ITALIANO, (713) 621-6888
www.arcodoro.com/houston
BENIHANA - WESTHEIMER, (713) 789-4962, www.benihana.com
BRC GASTROPUB, (713) 861-2233, www.brcgastropub.com
BRENNERS STEAKHOUSE ON THE BAYOU, (713) 868-4444
www.brennersonthebayou.com
CADILLAC BAR, (713) 862-2020, www.cadillacbar.com
CARRABBAS RESTAURANT, (713) 522-3131, www.carrabbas.com
CHAMA GAUCHA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE, (713) 244-9500
www.chamagaucha.com
CHUANS CHINESE RESTAURANT, (713) 953-9999
www.baguobuyi.com
COPPA RISTORANTE ITALIANO, (713) 426-4260
www.copparistorante.com
CORNER TABLE, (713) 568-9196, www.cornertablehouston.com
DAVE & BUSTERS, (713) 952-2233, www.daveandbusters.com
DEL FRISCOS, (713) 355-2600, www.delfriscos.com
FOGO DE CHAO, (713) 978-6500, www.fogodechao.com
GOODE COMPANY SEAFOOD - KATY FREEWAY, (713) 464-7933
www.goodecompany.com
GOODE COMPANY TEXAS BAR-B-Q - KATY FREEWAY
(713) 464-1901, www.goodecompany.com

SEASONS 52 FRESH GRILL - MILLENNIUM HIGH STREET


(713) 621-5452, www.seasons52.com
SMITH & WOLLENSKY, (713) 621-7555
www.smithandwollensky.com/sw-houston
SONGKRAN THAI KITCHEN, (713) 993-9096,
www.songkranthaikitchen.com
SULLIVANS STEAKHOUSE, (713) 961-0333
www.sullivansteakhouse.com
TANGO AND MALBEC, (713) 629-8646, www.tangomalbec.com
THE CAPITAL GRILLE, (713) 623-4600, www.thecapitalgrille.com
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY - HOUSTON GALLERIA
(713) 840-0600, www.thecheesecakefactory.com
THE FEDERAL GRILL, (713) 863-7777, www.thefederalgrill.com
TRINITI RESTAURANT, (713) 527-9090, www.trinitirestaurant.com
TWIN PEAKS - KIRBY, (713) 520-7730
www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com
UP RESTAURANT, (713) 640-5416, www.uprestaurant.com
WEST AVE., A GABLES DEVELOPMENT, (713) 533-9966
www.westaveriveroaks.com
WILLIE GS SEAFOOD AND STEAK HOUSE, (713) 840-7190
www.williegs.com
YIA-YIA MARYS PAPPAS GREEK KITCHEN, (713) 840-8665
www.yiayiamarys.com
SOUTHWEST / SUGAR LAND / FORT BEND
BENIHANA - SUGAR LAND, (281) 565-8888, www.benihana.com

GROTTO RISTORANTE WESTHEIMER, (713) 622-3663


www.grottohouston.com

FAINMOUS BBQ, (713) 728-9663, www.fainmousbbq.com

GUADALAJARA MEXICAN GRILLE & BAR - GREENWAY


(713) 942-0772, www.guadalajarahacienda.com

MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - STAFFORD, (713) 598-7184


www.mainevent.com

INDIAS RESTAURANT, (713) 266-0131, www.indiasrestauranthouston.com

TRADICAO BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE, (281) 277-9292


tradicaosteakhouse.com

KIRANS RESTAURANT & BAR, (713) 960-8472


www.kiranshouston.com
LANDRYS , INC. (CORPORATE OFFICE), (713) 386-7163
www.landrysrestaurants.com
LITTLE PAPPASITOS CANTINA, (713) 520-5066,
www.pappasitos.com
MAGGIANOS LITTLE ITALY - HOUSTON, (713) 961-2700
www.maggianos.com
MASRAFFS, (713) 355-1975, www.masraffs.com
MAXS WINE DIVE, (713) 880-8737, www.maxswinedive.com
MCCORMICK AND SCHMICKS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT UPTOWN PARK, (713) 840-7900, www.mccormickandschmicks.com

KIM SON - SUGAR LAND, (281) 242-3500, www.kimson.com

W. HOUSTON / ENERGY CORRIDOR / KATY


BRENNERS STEAKHOUSE
10911 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77079
713-465-2901
One Birdsall Street, Houston, TX 77007
713-868-4444
www.brennerssteakhouse.com
A Houston legend for more than seven
decadesBrenners Steakhouse offers
a dining experience like no other. From
Prime steaks and fresh seafood to wiener
schnitzel, an incomparable apple strudel
and an eclectic wine list, Brenners
continues to satisfy guests.

MORTONS, THE STEAKHOUSE - GALLERIA, (713) 629-1946


www.mortons.com

BRENNERS STEAKHOUSE, (713) 465-2901


www.brennerssteakhouse.com

PALM RESTAURANT, (713) 977-2544, www.thepalm.com

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE, (713) 973-9610, www.brioitalian.com

PAPPAS BROS. STEAKHOUSE, (713) 780-7352


www.pappasbros.com

BROOKWOOD CAFE BISTRO GIFT SHOP AND ART GALLERY


(281) 375-2260, www.brookwoodcommunity.org

PAPPAS BURGER, (713) 975-6082, www.pappasburger.com

CHURRASCOS - WESTCHASE, (713) 952-1988, www.cordua.com

PAPPAS SEAFOOD HOUSE, (713) 522-4595


www.pappasseafood.com

DAVE & BUSTERS MARQ*E, (713) 423-7706


www.daveandbusters.com

PAULS KITCHEN, (713) 360-2002, www.paulskitchenhouston.com

EDDIE VS PRIME SEAFOOD - CITYCENTRE, (832) 200-2380


www.eddiev.com

PONDICHERI, (713) 522-2022, www.pondichericafe.com


PONDICHERI BAKE LAB + SHOP, (713) 522-2022
www.pondichericafe.com
RESTAURANT RDG + BAR ANNIE, (713) 840-1111
www.rdgbarannie.com

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GUADALAJARA HACIENDA - MEMORIAL, (713) 461-5300


www.guadalajarahacienda.com
KIM SON - BELLAIRE, (281) 598-1777, www.kimson.com

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MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT KATY, (281) 394-4800


www.mainevent.com
MCCORMICK AND SCHMICKS SEAFOOD, RESTAURANT TOWN AND COUNTRY, (713) 465-3685
www.mccormickandschmicks.com
PERRYS STEAKHOUSE & GRILLE, (832) 358-9000
www.perryssteakhouse.com
PHOENICIA DELI & COFFEE HOUSE, (281) 558-0416
www.phoenicia-deli.com
RUDI LECHNERS RESTAURANT, (713) 780-1180
www.rudilechners.com
TASTE OF TEXAS RESTAURANT, (713) 932-6901
www.tasteoftexas.com
TEXAS DE BRAZIL, (713) 730-3013, www.texasdebrazil.com

SHIPLEY DO-NUTS M.L.K., (713) 738-2248, www.shipleydonuts.ws


SILVER SYCAMORE, (713) 304-4665, www.silversycamore.com
UNIVERSITY SHIPLEY DO-NUTS, (713) 748-7076
www.shipleydonuts.ws
BAY AREA / GALVESTON / SOUTH OF HOUSTON
LANDRYS SEAFOOD HOUSE - GALVESTON, (409) 744-1010
www.landrysseafoodhouse.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - WEBSTER, (281) 332-4500
www.mainevent.com
TWIN PEAKS - WEBSTER, (281) 338-7325
www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com
RIVER OAKS

THE TASTING ROOM AT CITYCENTRE, (281) 822-1500


www.tastingroomwines.com

LA GRIGLIA
2002 West Gray
Houston, TX 77019
713-526-4700
www.lagrigliarestaurant.com

NORTHWEST
TWIN PEAKS - NORTHWEST FREEWAY, (713) 939-8946
www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com

La Griglia offers guests a delicious array


of authentic Italian dining, complete with
colorful Italian murals and artful cuisine.
Relax and savor the aromas of Sicily,
Roma and Tuscany, as you select from
the array of specialties including fresh
sh, creative pastas, chicken, beef, fresh
vegetables and more.

VIRGIES BAR-B-QUE, (713) 466-6525, www.virgiesbbq.com


GREENSPOINT / IAH

PAPPAS SEAFOOD HOUSE


www.pappasseafood.com
Since opening in 1981, Pappas Seafood
House has been serving up generous
portions of fresh, delicious seafood at
affordable prices for more than 30 years.
With 5 Houston locations, fresh seafood is
closer than you think!

60 DEGREES MASTERCRAFTED, (713) 360-7757


www.60degreesmastercrafted.com
AMERICAS RIVER OAKS, (713) 961-0911, www.cordua.com
ARMANDOS, (713) 520-1738, www.armandosrestaurant.com
BACKSTREET CAFE, (713) 521-2239, www.backstreetcafe.net
BRASSERIE 19, (713) 524-1919, www.brasserie19.com
CHURRASCOS - RIVER OAKS, (713) 527-8300, www.cordua.com

IAH-B SHIPLEY DO-NUTS, (281) 230-3406


NORTH HOUSTON
PAPPAS MEAT CO.
12010 I-10 East at Federal Rd.
Houston, TX 77029
713-455-0944
www.facebook.com/PappasMeatCo
The newest restaurant concept in the
Pappas family of restaurants, Pappas
Meat Co. is a casual dining restaurant
featuring traditional American and
authentic Southern food, simply prepared
with an extensive meat selection, handbutchered, in-house.

BENIHANA - THE WOODLANDS, (281) 292-0061


www.benihana.com
GUADALAJARA HACIENDA - THE WOODLANDS, (281) 362-0774
www.guadalajarahacienda.com
LANDRYS SEAFOOD HOUSE - THE WOODLANDS
(281) 362-9696, www.landrysseafoodhouse.com
MAIN EVENT ENTERTAINMENT - SHENANDOAH
(281) 355-5511, www.mainevent.com
MAINSTREET AMERICA, (281) 825-4429, www.mainstreetamerica.com
ROOKIES SPORTS BAR & GRILL, (281) 362-9610
www.rookiessports.com
TWIN PEAKS - SHENANDOAH, (936) 273-8946
www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com
HOBBY AIRPORT / SOUTHEAST
DENNYS ON SOUTHMORE, (713) 526-8400, www.dennys.com

GIACOMOS CIBO E VINO, (713) 522-1934


www.giacomosciboevino.com
LA GRIGLIA RESTAURANT, (713) 526-4700
www.lagrigliahouston.com
NAM NOODLES & MORE - RIVER OAKS, (832) 804-8908
www.namnoodlesandmore.com
OUISIES TABLE RESTAURANT, BAR AND GARDEN, (713) 528-2264
www.ouisiestable.com
RUGGLES BLACK, (832) 530-4493, www.rugglesblack.com
THE TASTING ROOM AT RIVER OAKS, (713) 526-2242
www.tastingroomwines.com
NIGHTLIFE
13 CELSIUS, (713) 529-8466, www.13celsius.com
ANVIL BAR & REFUGE, (713) 523-1622, www.anvilhouston.com
BLUE BOX THEATER, (713) 256-1637, www.blueboxtheater.com
BOHEME CAFE & WINE BAR, (713) 529-1099, www.barboheme.com
CELTIC GARDENS, (713) 900-2500, www.celticgardenshouston.com
CITYCENTRE, (713) 629-5200, www.citycentrehouston.com
CLUB 2020, (713) 227-9667, www.club2020houston.com
DAVE & BUSTERS, (713) 952-2233, www.daveandbusters.com
DAVE & BUSTERS MARQ*E, (713) 423-7706
www.daveandbusters.com
DOUBLE CROSS LOUNGE, (713) 526-3423
www.doublecrosshouston.com
EDDIE VS PRIME SEAFOOD - CITYCENTRE, (832) 200-2380
www.eddiev.com

FRENCHYS CHICKEN, (713) 748-2233, www.frenchyschicken.com

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GOLD MEMBER

SHOPPING
SILVER MEMBER

EDDIE VS PRIME SEAFOOD - WEST AVE., (713) 874-1800


www.eddiev.com
ESCAPADE 2001, (281) 372-1100, www.escapadehouston.com
GOODES ARMADILLO PALACE, (713) 526-9700
www.thearmadillopalace.com
GRAYS PUBLIC HOUSE, (281) 300-5136, www.gphhouston.com
GREENSTREET, (832) 320-1201, www.greenstreetdowntown.com

CAVENDERS
800-696-BOOT (2668)
www.cavenders.com
We stock all your western wear needs
with our tremendous selection of quality
boots, hats, clothing and accessories.
Cavenders is owned and operated by its
original founding family and celebrates
50 years in the western wear industry.
Visit Cavenders.com to nd the nearest
location or to shop online.

HEARSAY GASTRO LOUNGE, (713) 225-8079


www.hearsayhouston.com
HOUSE OF BLUES, (832) 667-7754, www.hob.com/houston
HOWL AT THE MOON, (713) 658-9700, www.howlatthemoon.com
HUGHES HANGAR, (281) 501-2028, www.hugheshangar.com
IMPROV COMEDY CLUB & RESTAURANT, (713) 333-8800
www.improvhouston.com
INDIKA RESTAURANT, (713) 524-2170, www.indikausa.com
LAST CONCERT CAFE, (713) 226-8563, www.lastconcert.com
LUCKY STRIKE, (713) 343-3300, www.bowlluckystrike.com

HOUSTON PREMIUM OUTLETS


281-304-5820
www.premiumoutlets.com/houston
Smart Shopping Begins at Premium
Outlets! Save 25-65% every day at one
of the upscale Premium Outlet Centers
located throughout Texas: Allen and
Grand Prairie outlets in the Dallas area,
San Marcos and Round Rock outlets in
the Austin area, and Rio Grande Valley
outlet (Mercedes) and Houston outlet
(Cypress). For the location nearest you
and to join the free VIP Shopper Club,
visit premiumoutlets.com.

LUCKYS PUB, (713) 522-2010, www.luckyspub.com


MAXS WINE DIVE, (713) 880-8737, www.maxswinedive.com
MAXS WINE DIVE - MONTROSE, (713) 528-9200
www.maxswinedive.com
MONGOOSE VERSUS COBRA, (713) 650-6872
www.mongooseversuscobra.com
OKRA CHARITY SALOON, (713) 237-8828
www.friedokra.org/charity-bar.html
PETES DUELING PIANO BAR, (713) 337-PETE (7383)
www.petesduelingpianobar.com
PROHIBITION SUPPERCLUB & BAR, (713) 398-7697
www.prohibitionhouston.com
PROOF ROOTOP LOUNGE, (832) 767-0513
www.proofbarhouston.com
PUB FICTION, (713) 400-8400, www.pubction.com
RESERVE 101, (713) 655-7101, www.reserve101.com
ROOKIES SPORTS BAR & GRILL, (281) 362-9610, www.rookiessports.com
SAINT ARNOLD BREWING COMPANY, (713) 686-9494
www.saintarnold.com
SHAY MCELROYS IRISH PUB, (713) 223-2444
www.mcelroyspub.com/shaymcelroys.html

MACYS
5000 Willowbrook Mall, Houston, TX
77070
832-667-4200
5135 West Alabama St., Houston, TX
77056
832-667-4200
macys.com/international
The best brands, the biggest selection,
plus 1O% off* for visitors. Stop by any
Macys nationwide and ask for your
Macys Visitor Savings Pass*, good for
10% off* thousands of items throughout
the store! Plus, we now ship to over 100
countries around the world.
OLD TOWN SPRING
403 Main Street
Spring, TX 77373
281-353-9310
www.oldtownspring.com
Dine, shop, enjoy! Old Town Spring
invites you to visit its historic
neighborhood streets. Just 20 minutes
north of downtown Houston, walk the
winding brick paths and escape the
city. Enjoy art galleries, boutiques,
specialty shops, wine, restaurants and
year-round festivals.

STAMPEDE HOUSTON, (281) 219-2006, www.stampedehouston.com


STEREO LIVE, (832) 251-9600, www.stereolivehouston.com
THE ALLEY KAT BAR & LOUNGE, (713) 874-0722
THE HAY MERCHANT, (713) 528-9805, www.haymerchant.com
THE NIGHTINGALE ROOM, (713) 226-7522
www.facebook.com/nightingaleroom
THE REFINERY, (713) 487-0029, www.reneryburger.com
SPRINGBOK BAR & GRILL, (832) 767-5574
www.springbokhouston.com
THE TASTING ROOM AT CITYCENTRE, (281) 822-1500
www.tastingroomwines.com
THE TASTING ROOM AT RIVER OAKS, (713) 526-2242
www.tastingroomwines.com
WAREHOUSE LIVE, (713) 629-3700, www.warehouselive.com

PINTO RANCH FINE WESTERN WEAR


1717 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston, TX 77056
713-333-7900
Pintoranch.com
Live the western lifestyle on or off the
ranch! Over 4,500 pair of handmade
boots in stock by Lucchese, Old Gringo,
Stallion, Rocketbuster, Rios of Mercedes
and Liberty Boot Co. Unique designer
apparel for men and women, handengraved buckles, hats and jewelry are
all a part of the nest collections found
at Pinto Ranch.

ATHENA GUN CLUB, (713) 461-5900, www.athenagunclub.com


BROOKWOOD CAFE BISTRO GIFT SHOP AND ART GALLERY
(281) 375-2260, www.brookwoodcommunity.org
CAVENDERS BOOT CITY - HOBBY AIRPORT AREA
(713) 944-5788, www.cavenders.com

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CAVENDERS BOOT CITY - NEAR DAIRY ASHFORD / I-10


(281) 597-1110, www.cavenders.com
MAIDAS
5727 Westheimer Road, Suite K
Houston, TX 77057
713-629-9091
www.maidasbelts.com

CAVENDERS BOOT CITY - NEAR IAH / HUMBLE, (281) 548-3755


www.cavenders.com
CAVENDERS BOOT CITY - NEAR RELIANT PARK /
MEDICAL CENTER, (713) 664-8999, www.cavenders.com

Maidas Belts & Buckles manufactures


exotic skin belts and offers the nest
selection of heirloom quality sterling
silver and solid gold buckles and luxury
accessories handmade by artisans from
across the country.

CAVENDERS BOOT CITY - NORTH, (281) 444-4588


www.cavenders.com
CAVENDERS BOOT CITY - NORTHWEST HOUSTON
(713) 462-1122, www.cavenders.com
CITYCENTRE, (713) 629-5200, www.citycentrehouston.com
GREENSTREET, (832) 320-1201, www.greenstreetdowntown.com
HAL MARTINS WATCH & JEWELRY COMPANY, (713) 785-1111
www.halmartins.com
HIGHLAND VILLAGE, (713) 850-3100, www.shophighlandvillage.com
HOUSTON PREMIUM OUTLETS, (281) 304-5820
www.premiumoutlets.com/houston
KATY MILLS, (281) 644-5015, www.katymills.com
LAWNDALE ART CENTER, (713) 528-5858, www.lawndaleartcenter.org
MACYS BAYBROOK, (281) 226-5300, www.macys.com
MACYS CORPORATE OFFICE, (281) 949-2953
www.visithmacysusa.com

THE WOODLANDS MALL, (281) 363-3363, www.thewoodlandsmall.com


TOMMY HILFIGER, (646) 370-0333, www.tommy.com
TOOTSIES, (713) 629-9990, www.tootsies.com
WEST AVE., A GABLES DEVELOPMENT, (713) 533-9966
www.westaveriveroaks.com
TRANSPORTATION
AIRLINES / AIR CHARTERS & AIR SERVICES
AEROVIAS DE MEXICO, S.A.DE C.V., (281) 372-3480
www.aeromexico.com

MACYS GALLERIA, (832) 667-4200, www.macys.com

AVIACSA AIRLINES, 5255-5716-9005, www.aviacsa.com

MACYS - MEMORIAL CITY, (713) 461-0303, www.macys.com

CLEAR, (212) 223-5201, www.clearme.com

MACYS WILLOWBROOK, (281) 949-2953, www.macys.com

HELICOPTER SERVICES INC., (281) 370-4354, www.heliserv.com

MACYS THE WOODLANDS, (281) 898-4273, www.macys.com

HOUSTON AIRPORT SYSTEM, (281) 233-1723, www.y2houston.com

MAINSTREET AMERICA, (281) 825-4425, www.mainstreetamerica.com

PARADIGM HELICOPTERS, (877) 345-8687


www.paradigmhelicopters.com

MARKET STREET - THE WOODLANDS, (281) 419-4774


www.marketstreet-thewoodlands.com

SINGAPORE AIRLINES, LTD, (832) 767-0996, www.singaporeair.com.sg

OLD TOWN SPRING, (281) 353-9310, www.oldtownspringtx.com

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES, (214) 792-7691, www.southwest.com

PHOENICIA SPECIALTY FOODS - DOWNTOWN


(832) 360-2222, www.phoeniciafoods.com
PINTO RANCH FINE WESTERN WEAR, (713) 333-7900
www.pintoranch.com
REVIVAL MARKET, (713) 880-8463, www.revivalmarket.com
RICE VILLAGE PROJECT INC DBA RICE VILLAGE, (713) 302-8918
www.ricevillagedistrict.com
Almaza Jewelers, Ann Taylor, Athleta, Banana Republic, Beautique,
Chicos, Claires Boutique, Clique Salon, Em & Lee, Everything But Water,
Express, Gap, Grace Annas Boutique, Gymboree, Hemline, Joseph Keith
Jewelry, Kendra Scott Jewelry, Le Creuset, Lily Rain, LMD Boutique,
Loft, MAC Cosmetics, Myth Salon, New York & Co., Origins, Papyrus,
Sephora, Soma, Sunglasses Hut, Talbots, The Pretty Kitty, Victorias
Secret, White House Black Market, Yankee Candle Co.
SAINT ARNOLD BREWING COMPANY, (713) 686-9494
www.saintarnold.com
SHOPPING THE MILE, (713) 961-3333, www.shoppingthemile.com
SILVER SYCAMORE, (713) 304-4665, www.silversycamore.com
SUITMART, (713) 796-8196, www.suitmart.com
SUNNY FLEA MARKET, (281) 447-3400, www.sunnyeamarket.com
TANGER OUTLETS, (281) 534-4200, www.tangeroutlets.com/houston

UNITED AIRLINES, (713) 324-6366, www.united.com


WESTFIELD CONCESSION MANAGEMENT, LLC, (281) 821-2108
www.shophoustonterminale.com
AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE
FIRST TRANSIT, (281) 233-1011, www.rstgroup.com
AUTOMOBILE / MOTORCYCLE / RV RENTALS
ALAMO RENT A CAR, (281) 209-4946, www.alamo.com
AUTO EXOTIC RENTAL, (713) 444-9999, www.autoexoticrental.com
AVIS BUDGET GROUP, INC., (713) 641-9310, www.avisbudget.com
DEMONTROND AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, INC.
(281) 872-7200 ext 3831, www.demontrond.com
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR, (713) 465-7800, www.enterprise.com
NATIONAL CAR RENTAL, (281) 209-4946, www.nationalcar.com
PV RENTALS, INC. / LEASING, (713) 295-7164, www.pvrentals.com
TOYOTA RENT A CAR, (713) 341-9625, www.rentatoyota.com
ZIPCAR, (832) 523-5445, www.zipcar.com
BOAT / BOAT CHARTERS / CRUISE LINE SERVICES

TAX FREE SHOPPING, LTD., (866) 599-9574, www.taxfreetexas.com

CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES, (800) 327-7276, www.carnival.com

TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES HOUSTON, (713) 533-1000


www.villageshouston.org

FANTASEA YACHT CHARTERS, (281) 538-9600


www.boardwalkfantasea.com

TEXAS ART ASYLUM, (713) 224-5220, www.texasartasylum.com

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE, (305) 436-4799, www.ncl.com

THE GALLERIA, (713) 621-1907, www.simon.com/mall/the-galleria


THE SHOPS AT HOUSTON CENTER, (713) 759-1442
www.shopsathc.com

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PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY, (713) 670-2630


www.portofhouston.com
PRINCESS CRUISES, (800) 774-6237, www.princesscruises.com

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SAMS LIMOUSINE & TRANSPORTATION, INC., (713) 780-7077


www.samslimousine.com
SILVER MEMBER

Dance is
Happening
IN HOUSTON
www.dancesourcehouston.org

SLL TRANSPORTATION, LLC, (713) 358-5466


www.integritylimohouston.com
STEWART TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS
(615) 292-6040, www.stewarttransportation.com
SUPERSHUTTLE, (281) 230-7275, www.supershuttle.com
SWIFT SERVICE COMPANY, (713) 957-8882, www.swiftservices.net
TOURS AND TRANSPORT, (832) 618-6607, www.toursandtransport.com
TOWNE CAR, (713) 236-8877, www.townecarhouston.com
Z Z TRANSPORTATION SERVICE, (832) 982-906
SPECIALTY TRANSPORTATION
EVENT LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT, (415) 522-1212, www.eventlm.com
NURIDE, INC., (713) 965-7116, www.nuride.com
PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY, (713) 670-2630
www.portofhouston.com
THE WAVE, (713) 863-9283, www.thehoustonwave.com

BUS / RAIL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES


AFC TRANSPORTATION, (713) 988-5466, www.afchouston.com
B H GOODMAN BUS SERVICE INC., (713) 880-9700
www.goodmanbus.com
CALLAWAY TRANSPORTATION, (410) 795-8300
www.callawaytransportation.com
CMAC, LLC, (469) 521-2750, www.cmac.net
FINESSE TRANSPORTATION INC., (855) 346-3797
www.nessetransportation.com
FIRST CLASS TOURS, INC., (281) 590-1803, www.rstclasstours.net
LONE STAR EXECUTIVE TRANSPORTATION, (832) 585-7338
www.lonestarexecutivelimo.com

TOWNE PARK VALET, (713) 805-5130, www.townepark.com


TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES, (301) 260-2070
www.tms-llc.com
TAXI COMPANIES
YELLOW CAB HOUSTON
713-236-1111
www.yellowcabhouston.com
Yellow Cab Company of Houston proudly
serves the Greater Houston area 24/7,
365. Call (713) 236-1111, book online
at www.yellowcabhouston.com or
download our free HAIL A CAB app for
iPhone or Android. Contact us for event
transportation & corporate accounts.

MEGABUS.COM, (877) 462-6342, www.megabus.com

FIESTA CAB COMPANY, (713) 236-9400, www.taxisesta.com

METROPOLITAN TRANSIT AUTHORITY, (713) 739-4980


www.ridemetro.org

HOUSTON TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, LLC, (713) 880-9002


www.houstontransportationservices.com

PRODUCTION TRANSPORT, INC., (310) 641-0900


www.prodtrans.com

LIBERTY CAB COMPANY, INC., (281) 444-4444, www.libertycab.net

SEAT PLANNERS INCORPORATED, (936) 242-1656


www.seatplanners.com
SIERRA STAGE COACHES, INC., (713) 947-2877
www.sierratrailways.com
SWIFT SERVICE COMPANY, (713) 957-8882, www.swiftservices.net

LONE STAR CAB COMPANY, (713) 444-4444, www.lonestarcab.com


SQUARE DEAL CAB COMPANY, (832) 444-4444
www.squaredealcab.com
YELLOW CAB HOUSTON, (713) 236-1111
www.yellowcabhouston.com

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES, (301) 260-2070


www.tms-llc.com
LIMOUSINE / SEDAN / MINI BUS / VAN
AFC TRANSPORTATION, (713) 988-5466, www.afchouston.com
CMAC, LLC, (469) 521-2750, www.cmac.net
CTI TRANSPORTATION, LLC, (713) 688-7800, www.ctihouston.com
ELITE WORLDWIDE TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS
(281) 955-5450, www.elitelimohouston.com
EXCELSIOR TRANSPORTATION & LIMOUSINE SERVICES
(713) 647-6500, www.excelsiorlimo.com
EXECUCAR, (281) 230-7275, www.execucar.com
KARR LIMOUSINE SERVICE, INC., (713) 780-8300
www.karrlimousine.com
ODYSSEY LIMOUSINE SERVICES, (281) 893-4377
www.odysseylimousines.com
ROYAL CARRIAGES LIMOUSINE, INC., (713) 787-5466
www.royalcarriages.com

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