I've never been there, but am strongly considering a trip this summer for about 1-1.5 weeks. I'm from KY, so I guess I'm not that much of a "snowbird" (lol); nevertheless, I like hot weather.
To anybody who lives, has lived, or visited there, what is the place like? I mean, traffic, attractions/"must-do" things, nightlife, the people (are they friendly?) (My dad has been to Houston on business trips and remarked about the friendliness of Houstonians, part of the reason I want to go.)
Thanks! And by the way, Go Astros!
2007-01-15 06:59:09 · 14 answers · asked by BlanketyBlank 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
nope there is only bush in texas, or the texas rangers
2007-01-15 07:01:56 · answer #1 · answered by Wicked 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I've lived here all my life and often wonder why so many people have moved here. It's flat, hot, and humid. There's a shortage of nice parks and the it seems there's and endless stretch of low-rent shopping centers.
I do have to agree on the friendliness. In my travels, I often wonder why persons in other parts of the country seem to come across as jerks.
To me, most of the "must do's" for Houston aren't all that interesting. If you enjoy history, I'd recommend a trip to the San Jacinto Monument and then on to Galveston. You would have to see both to get an idea what happened at the Battle of San Jacinto and during the Hurricane of 1900. The Battleship and Galveston's sites would also be a plus. Otherwise, you won't find much history left in Houston. We paved over most of it years ago.
I've also always liked our Hermann park, even if only for a walk,
We have world-class theatres; but our museums aren't all that impressive. The sports venues, including Minutemaid, are all top-notch and there are several areas for club hopping, including downtown. You probably want to check out the rodeo and livestock show if your visit hits around that time.
Traffic is a mess during our long rush hours; but not the endless grid-lock that some seem to describe.
In my discussions with others about Houston, here's what seems to stand out:
Restaurants - the variety and quality of the food for our moderately priced restaurants is known Nation-wide.
Golf - you can play year round on some very fine courses
Fishing - you're a short jaunt from either saltwater or lake fishing.
In summary, if you just enjoy a simple adventure in seeing new things; you would probably have a good 1 1/2 weeks.
2007-01-15 21:27:22 · answer #2 · answered by samfrio 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Houston is a okay city. They have semi-friendly people depending on the part your visit. We used to have a six-flags but that got closed so there isn't much to do besides shopping. The downtown area I have heard is nice, so if you do decide to visit, make sure to go to downtown.
2007-01-15 15:03:11 · answer #3 · answered by Op. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeaa go astros baby!!!
yea i live in the greater h-town area and its very nice. i recommend that you live in
shadow creek,of pearland
or silverlake of pearland,
in general pearland
or friendswood
or clearlake
or seabrook
or webster.
but dont go in the ghetto areas. chances are you will get jumped. not kidding. seriously.
the people are friendy. if you need help you will prolly get it.
ex. carrying somthing heavy out of a store people will hold the doors open and may even help you get in in your car but just be cautious.
we have cops everywhere for saftey so stay buckled up.
dont park in handi capped becuz we have partol for that.
and thats about it
by the way we have alot of clubs.
traffic is extremely horrible so be prepared especially in the morning around 4-7 in the morning for work and evening 4-8 for coming home at night.
the radio stations are:
94.5 The Buzz- rock
93.7 the arrow - old rock
93.0 Q but u get better reception at 92.9 for country music
100.3 KILT- country music
97.9 the box - rap
104.9 -rap
104. 1 KRBE -new mix
mix 96.5 - older mix and new mix
sunny 99.1- easy listening, good for work places
106.9- 80's music
hope you will enjoy it down here =)
2007-01-15 15:20:59 · answer #4 · answered by Night visions 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its the city so its a give an take on the friendliness there...there's not that much to go do there but shop. If you do go you must go Kema island that will take a full day there. But better have some money on you when you go.
Hope you have fun
2007-01-15 15:10:58 · answer #5 · answered by texas_krystle_23 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Houston is about the fourth largest city in the U.S. so there is plenty of traffic, crime, nightlife, attractions, etc... Compared to most cities of it's size, it is pretty friendly.
2007-01-15 15:03:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well have lived in h town all my life, its an alright place, not excatly a vacation place though, there is galveston, which is a nasty beach. nightlife is alright, diwntown has recently been redone to cater to partiers in downtown. excellent food! and yes people are generally friendly... good luck!
2007-01-15 15:04:23 · answer #7 · answered by kellbelle21 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
lived in dallas for a spell...visited houston but too long ago to give you any info on the place
2007-01-15 15:03:16 · answer #8 · answered by Tek ~aka~Legs! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Houston is Ok, Go to Dallas. There are a ton of great resturants, hotel's malls, and exciting things to do. And yes, the people are nice.
2007-01-15 15:02:18 · answer #9 · answered by Jeff 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a real friendly place with tons of fun stuff to do.
2007-01-15 15:02:35 · answer #10 · answered by LeRoy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, lived in CA my entire life.
2007-01-15 15:01:59 · answer #11 · answered by Richard 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋