Houston

Houston is a city of infinite possibilities. As the 4th largest city in the US, Houston is a leader in business, entertainment,
culture, shopping, and recreation. From the Galleria neighborhood and the endless shopping choices available, to the Johnson
Space Center and NASA, to Houston’s numerous award winning museums, Houston has plenty to do inside. For outdoor fun,
Galveston Island beaches and the new Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Splashtown, and the Kemah Boardwalk, provide options for
families and travelers of all ages.

* Houston’s warm climate on the Gulf Coast makes it a year round destination for travelers.
* The Ports of Houston and Galveston continue to attract and expand the number of cruises departing from Houston.
* Houston is ranked among the top 10 cities in the U.S. visited by Hispanic-American and Asian-American travelers, according to the Travel Industry Association of America
* The Texas Medical Center in Houston (TMC) with 42+ member institutions is the largest medical complex in the world.
* The city has a rich history in professional sports. In the last 18 months, the city has hosted the Super Bowl, World Series, and NBA All-Star Game.
* Houston is a very spread out city. At 634 square miles, the City of Houston could contain the cities of New York, Washington, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, Minneapolis and Miami.
* Mission Control at the Johnson Space Center is where training and management of all US Manned Space Flights is handled.
* The first word ever spoken from the surface of the moon was, “Houston”.

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