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What's New in Houston - December 2008 Edition (December 9, 2008)
The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is the ultimate source for the latest Houston information. I've compiled a list of new developments, redesigns, renovations and restaurants to keep you in the know.

20 Reasons to Come to Houston in 2009 (November 4, 2008)
Next Year's Top Events, Exhibits and Expansions

Houston’s Road to the 9th Annual Latin GRAMMY® Awards (September 10, 2008)
Local Host Committee Announces Line up of Latin GRAMMY® Kick-Off Events

A New Direction for the GHCVB (August 21, 2008)
New CEO Unveils Plans for Future at Annual Meeting

Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Greater Houston Partnership Collaborate on Meeting Planners Guide (August 18, 2008)
For the first time, Houston offers one comprehensive city guide for meeting planners. The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (GHCVB) and the Greater Houston Partnership (the Partnership) have collaborated on a book to promote the city’s amenities to local event planners and national and international conventions.

15 Reasons to Come to Houston (July 23, 2008)
Top Events, Exhibits and Expansions of the Next Twelve Months

GHCVB Wins National PR Award for Film (June 9, 2008)
GHCVB Wins Coveted Bronze Anvil Award of Commendation,
Earning National Recognition from Leading Public Relations Professional Organization

July Convention Business Brings $30.6 Million to Houston (June 6, 2008)
Twenty-nine conventions, trade shows, events and other meetings, booked by the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (GHCVB), will be held in Houston for the month of July. More than 31,430 attendees will spend an estimated $30.6 million in Houston during this month.

CityPass Chooses Houston (May 13, 2008)
Save Big with Discounted Tickets to the City’s Most Popular Attractions

What's New in Houston - April 2008 (April 29, 2008)
The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is the ultimate source for the latest Houston information. I’ve compiled a list of new developments, redesigns, renovations and restaurants to keep you in the know.

Houston To Host 2008 Latin Grammys (April 8, 2008)
The Biggest Night in Latin Music Will Be Held on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at the Toyota Center and Will Be Broadcast Live on the Univision Network

Houston is Hot for all That's Asian (February 25, 2008)
HOUSTON (February 2008) –The Beijing 2008 Olympic Games are fast approaching, and Houston is celebrating with a unique lineup of Asian-inspired events and festivities. From festivals and art to culinary excursions and heritage tours, Houston offers the best of Asian culture without the cost of traveling to Asia.

Houston Launches First Global Image Campaign (February 11, 2008)
Ask two dozen Houstonians what is special about their hometown, and you’re likely to get two dozen different answers. The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (GHCVB) is leveraging the city’s diverse offerings in Houston’s first global image campaign, which features anecdotes from local celebrities that peel away Houston’s layers, offering visitors insight into the city’s untold stories.

2,000 Meeting Planners Coming to Houston (February 1, 2008)
Group Could Mean More than $100 Million to Houston