Press Trip Request Form
Journalist Guidelines
Thank you for your interest in Houston. The goal of the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is to assist travel journalists in developing itineraries and to facilitate visits to attractions, cultural venues and other points of interest they will cover in their articles, books and broadcasts.
We receive a considerable number of requests from journalists seeking legitimate media privileges. As a result and to most effectively meet your editorial, photographic and/or broadcast needs, we ask your cooperation in following these guidelines:
- We request a minimum of three business weeks notice for a press visit once we have received all your credentialing information. This allows us to pursue suitable, available lodging and make other arrangements to enhance your visit.
- Complete the media trip familiarization request form below.
- Fax, mail or email a letter of assignment on letterhead from the media outlet you are representing. (Mandatory for assistance)
Fax: (713) 227-0986
Email: lbrown@ghcvb.org
Mail: 901 Bagby, Suite 100; Houston, TX 77002 - Freelance journalists, please forward recent examples of travel or travel-related feature coverage.
- Immediately notify the Greater Houston CVB of any changes in plans.
- To remain on our preferred media list, please forward an original copy of your published feature, cassette tape, DVD or VHS tape as well as air dates within 12 months of your visit to Houston.
Please note that complimentary arrangements are provided at the discretion of the host businesses and are subject to availability. Black-out periods may be experienced throughout the year that may necessitate a press rate, especially at hotels.
Please understand that our primary concern is assisting working press. Host locations are not always able to accommodate spouses, children and visitors accompanying working press.
Again, thank you for your interest in the Greater Houston area. We look forward to assisting you in your research.
