May 2023
Houston Hotels Post Positive Results in April
April continued a streak of strong results for Houston hotels aided by major events like the FIRST Robotics Championship at the George R. Brown Convention Center and Taylor Swift’s three-night concert event at NRG Stadium.
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April Passenger Traffic Up 9% at Houston Airports
A total of 3.3 million passengers moved through George Bush Intercontinental Airport in April, up 10.6% from a year earlier. Hobby Airport moved 1.08 million passengers during the month, up 5.3% from a year ago.
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Houston to Host PCMA Conference of Meeting Professionals in '25
PCMA's Convening Leaders conference, the group's flaghship education and networking event, will be held January 12-15, 2025 at the George R. Brown Convention Center.
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Fun Things to Do in Houston: Discover 14 Exciting Activities in the City
No one wants to live in a boring city, and with its vibrant art scene, unique attractions, and fun activities, Houston is never a dull place to live. If you’ve just moved into a Houston apartment or a house in the city, you’ll be relieved to know that there are plenty of exciting ...
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Inaugural Houston Travel Fest Set for Fall
Houston Travel Fest, a brand-new consumer and travel trade show, will make its debut in downtown Houston at the George R. Brown Convention Center, September 29-October 1, 2023. The premiere event is anticipated to draw more than 15,000 avid travelers who are looking to plan and book their next ...
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A Conversation with Miller Outdoor Theatre's Cissy Segall Davis
For 100 years, Miller Outdoor Theatre has brought some of the best shows by Houston area performing arts groups to local audiences. During a nine-month annual season, the theater on the north end of Hermann Park showcases top-tier talent for free, engaging locals and visitors in the arts. The space has ...
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Iconic 'Houston Is Inspired' Mural Celebrates 10-Years
Houston First Corporation, graffiti artist GONZO247, and community partners rally Houstonians for a momentous event and mural refresh, May 16
HOUSTON – The city’s most recognizable mural has reached a 10-year milestone and Houston First Corporation is celebrating that achievement with a special event in downtown Houston on Tuesday, May ...
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Final Four a Win for Houston
The 2023 NCAA Men’s Final Four brought thousands of visitors to Houston and generated millions for the local economy, according to a breakdown from the event’s local organizing committee.
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Tourism Generates Economic Impact of $17B for Houston
Houston First Corporation to ‘Move Travel Forward’ in celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week
HOUSTON, TX (May 8, 2023) – Houston First Corporation will spotlight the essential role travel and tourism play in driving growth and innovation as part of National Travel and Tourism Week. Now in its 40th ...
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March Passenger Traffic Up 14% at Houston Airports
Passenger traffic at the two airports was up 21% in the first three months of this year, compared with the same period a year ago. Bush airport experienced a 23% increase in traffic while Hobby rose 13% year-over-year.
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Houston's Largest Intl Mission Returns to Mexico this Month
The Houston Week mission is designed to solidify Houston’s position as a top city for global trade, tourism, business, and leisure travel from Mexico. This will be the second consecutive year Houston has led a mission of this scale in both Monterrey, Nuevo Leon and Mexico City, Mexico.
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