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Meow Wolf Debuts in Houston with Radio Tave

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Oct. 20, 2024

If you are into immersive art experiences, Meow Wolf Houston’s Radio Tave is a must-visit! This highly anticipated permanent new installation opens on October 31 in historic Fifth Ward and invites guests to take a thrilling journey through a surreal radio station that has been transported into another dimension, revealing a labyrinth of paths, portals, and hidden doors, all filled with interactive mysteries for guests to solve. This immersive experience will let you enter the stunning art worlds…

The Chifley Hotel Is Gearing Up for the Holiday Season

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Oct. 16, 2024

Nothing could be better than feeling at home in a hotel, especially when traveling during the holiday season. Good news from The Chifley hotel in Houston. They have just announced the launch of Tinsel Town Holiday pop-up bar and Christmas-themed hotel rooms that will be available by the end of November. Take a look! All the charm of the holiday season is here. Polar Experience For those dreaming of a winter wonderland, the Polar Experience Room (photo above) transports you to the icy heart of…

New Terminal D-West Pier Opens at IAH on October 22

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Oct. 11, 2024

Passengers flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on Tuesday, October 22, will be the first to experience the new Terminal D-West Pier. This expansion adds 160,000 square feet to Terminal D, for a total of 499,650 sq. feet—making it three times bigger than the field at Daikin Park. This highly anticipated airport expansion features six new gates—D1 through D6—that can simultaneously accommodate wide-body aircraft and can be converted to accommodate 10 narrow-body airplanes…

Houston, We Have MICHELIN Keys

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Sep. 16, 2024

Three hotels in Houston and one in Galveston are awarded Since 1926, foodies worldwide have been paying close attention to restaurants awarded MICHELIN Stars in destinations they have visited. Hotels were also recommended in the MICHELIN Guide, even though they were not given a special distinction. This has recently changed. In April 2024, the MICHELIN Guide, run by the French tire company MICHELIN since 1900, launched a brand-new distinction: the MICHELIN Key. While the MICHELIN Star recognizes…

Houston Zoo Inaugurates Birds of the World

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Sep. 03, 2024

Let’s learn from the birds and lift our wings high! Once again, Houston Zoo in Hermann Park surprises locals and visitors with another unique exhibit, Birds of the World, which opened its doors to the public on August 30. Birds are fascinating creatures! In addition to their ecosystem roles, they bring us joy and inspiration. Ready to get inspired? Take the entire family and invite your friends to explore the incredible diversity and beauty of bird species from around the globe. Birds of the…

Houston Is Now Closer to Connecticut Than Ever Before

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Jun. 18, 2024

Avelo Airlines has just made it possible Even if the distance in miles between Connecticut and Houston remains the same, two weekly nonstop flights by Avelo Airlines launched on June 14 between H-Town's William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Southern Connecticut's Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) make it much more convenient for leisure and business travelers from Connecticut and surrounding areas to visit and explore Houston, the "New Capital of Southern Cool." Referring to the City of Houston's…

Juneteenth Culture Fest & Celebration of Freedom in Houston

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Jun. 04, 2024

Houston is going big this year with Juneteenth celebrations. Want to enjoy fireworks before the 4th of July? You can at Juneteenth Culture Fest & Celebration of Freedom. At this huge multi-location festival, you can celebrate the cultural and historical significance of Juneteenth through music, art, food, and Black-owned businesses for an entire weekend (June 14-16). Mark your calendars and come to enjoy with family and friends! Free Concerts at Miller Outdoor Theatre June 14 & 15, 2024…

Thompson Houston Hotel Opens in Space City

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Feb. 29, 2024

Houston, we have a Thompson! On February 14th, marking the Thompson Hotels brand's fourth property in Texas, the highly anticipated luxury lifestyle hotel Thompson Houston opened its doors, welcoming guests to Houston's historic Fourth Ward in the heart of H-Town (1717 Allen Parkway). It is conveniently located near world-class shopping at the Galleria, the stately River Oaks neighborhood, downtown Houston, the Museum District, professional sports venues Daikin Park and Shell Energy Stadium, and…

College Football Playoff National Championship weekend in Houston

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Dec. 18, 2023

At the beginning of 2024, Houston is again in the national spotlight as it hosts the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 8 at NRG Stadium. Get your tickets for the big game! Looking for an elevated experience? Go PLAYOFF PREMIUM! Welcome to Houston! Local and out-of-town fans are ready for a lot of action and fun during the entire weekend in Houston. The College Football Playoff (CFP) organized a series of events for all ages; some are free to participate. Downtown Houston…

Houston, We Have a New Square!

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Sep. 19, 2023

Houston First Corporation (HFC) is celebrating the long-awaited Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts (LWS) at a grand opening event, Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. Participants at the celebration will include Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, philanthropist Lynn Wyatt, HFC Chairman David Mincberg, and HFC President and CEO Michael Heckman, along with other public officials and leaders from Houston’s performing arts and business community as well as project architects and…