|
|
When
considering your next vacation spot, what immediately comes to mind? The all time favorites such as
Miami, Las Vegas, New York?
Well, you wont be surprised to know that these are the
same vacation spots that most people think of when they plan their trips. And have
you ever remarked that when you get to your vacation destination,
its too crowded to do anything because everyone else just so happens to
be on vacation there too? Next time youre set on
traveling, trying thinking outside of the box. There
are many great destinations that people never consider when
thinking vacation. If you look just a little harder, youll find many
hidden treasures in the United States alone. At the top of this hidden treasure
list is Houston, Texas. True, not many people whove never traveled there will
associate Houston with great vacation spot, but you will soon learn that its just as good as
(if not better than!) your typical vacation hot spots.
One
of the most diverse cities in the United States, Houston takes every opportunity to display its
multiculturalism. The city is home to many festivals throughout the year. Some festivals represent the unique
cultures that you will find in the city, such as the Greek festival, and others
celebrate the variety of lifestyles, as with the annual night-time Houston Pride Parade. Houston
also has several festivals that are unique to this great city. The Houston Livestock Show and
Rodeo is the citys largest and longest running festival. This event is of the
once-in-a-lifetime caliber with such events as bull-riding, barbecue and wine competitions, and
steer wrestling. If you like cowboys, you are in for a treat!
And every year the best in music make their appearance on
stage at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. In fact, the Houston Rodeo was the venue of one
of the most famous concerts Houston has ever seen: Selenas concert in the Astrodome. Houston
also offers several funky festivals such as their Art Car Parade. No matter what time of the year you visit, youll likely to be able
to witness one of the citys great festivals.
One of the largest cities in the US (ranks number
four), Houston offers countless attractions and activities for both outdoor and indoor explorers. Check out some of the many art, science and historic
museums or spend your afternoons touring the Nature Centers, Botanical
Gardens, and arboretums. Looking to really get outdoors? Go hiking, birdwatching, or caneoing in the
Brazoria Wildlife Refugewatch out for crocodiles! Or, for a
more urban excursion, walk through
Memorial Park, one of the largest city parks in the United States.
Enviable golfing greens are another of Houstons attractions:
select from among 100 different golf courses to find the green that suits you. Houston is home to several renowned
performing art companies including the Houston Ballet, the Houston Symphony, and the Houston Grand
Opera. Take advantage of the many performances for a romantic night out!
Houston has an exciting gay scene complete with a
Texas Gay Rodeo, and Pride
parades and festivals throughout the year. The hub of gay life in Houston is the Montrose district, a district bursting with cafes, boutiques, and specialty
stores. And, at night, whether its country line dancing or raveor anything in
between!that floats your boat, youll find it all in Montrose.
Houston is a fantastic vacation destination. Next time youre considering traveling, be
creative and look for those out of the way vacation spots. Choosing a vacation down
the road less traveled ensures that your vacation wont be
ruined by other tourists. Plus, minus all those other
vacationers, you wont have to feel like a tourist. Take the advice of your very own secret
destination travel guide and get lost in Houston!
Before you make your reservations for
gay Houston, visit
www.WorldwideGayTravel.com, your headquarters for all travelers, particularly specializing in gay
travel.
Travelers might also think about some of these popular
gay vacations:
* Las Vegas
* Ft. Lauderdale
*
gay Miami (South Beach), Florida
* San Francisco
* gay Chicago
* Greece
* Prague
* London
* Palm Springs
|
