I’m really excited to interview Haley Fountain of Holistic in Houston about Houston, Texas. Haley’s tips for the best things to do in Houston are awesome because she’s a native and loves the melting pot of food flavors from its diverse cultures and ethnicities. The city has a growing economy where your money goes far.
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Stop by the Lyndon B Johnson NASA space center. Photo courtesy of Enlightening Images on Pixabay
Houston, Texas
Houston is known for oil drilling and the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, home to NASA astronaut training & flight control complex. What you might not know is that it is the most populous city in Texas and 4th-largest in the United States. Houston also is home to the 2nd-most Fortune 500 companies (after New York City).
Haley says that you should visit Houston in the spring (February to May) for the best weather. It can be very hot and humid in the summer. The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo is in the spring, and it is a sight to behold when bulls and cowboys roll through the middle of town. Houston is a foodie paradise and Houston Restaurant Weeks happen from early August to late September. It is a perfect opportunity to explore the variety of culinary delights available in Houston.
Throughout the year, there are many festivals and events that visitors shouldn’t miss. There’s Mardi Gras Galveston and the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest in February, the Houston Children’s Festival in April, and the Wings Over Houston Airshow in October. And, when you’re in the Christmas mood, Houston has you covered with Dickens on the Strand, Holiday lights in Houston, and more.
We share a lot of resources and local suggestions in today’s podcast, but you should also check out Visit Houston, the local visitor’s bureau. They are a wealth of information and can help you plan an itinerary based on your time, budget, and interests. The Houston CityPass saves 47% at the city’s five top attractions. The pass includes access to Space Center Houston, Downtown Aquarium, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Zoo, and Kemah Boardwalk.
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Sample the variety of ethnic foods you can find, such as this dish from Nam Giao
Getting around Houston
The local airport is William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), which is a twenty-minute drive to downtown.
Haley says that, even if you’re staying downtown, you should still rent a car. For the best offers, visit Avis, Budget, or Hertz.
Uber and Lyft are excellent ways to get around. And I’ve personally found the downtown area very walkable.
When you only need a car for a couple of hours, you can rent by the hour with Zipcar. Join now to get $25 loaded into your account.
The Dandelion Fountain is popular with both locals and visitors. Photo courtesy of semperfistar on Pixabay
Places we talked about on the podcast
Here is a map of all of the places we talked about on the podcast episode with Haley Fountain about Houston, Texas. You can zoom into the map and click on each dot to explore the city.
- Red dots = best places to eat in Houston, Texas
- Green dots = best things to do in Houston, Texas
- Yellow dots = best places to stay in Houston, Texas
Who is Haley Fountain?
Haley Fountain is a Holistic Health Coach, model/actress, blogger, foodie, and founder of Holistic In Houston, a blog dedicated to helping you live your best life, body, mind & soul. Haley grew up in Sugar Land, Texas, and graduated from the University of Houston. She loves to travel but is proud to call this city her home.
As a native, Haley loves supporting local businesses in Houston and encouraging her audience to do the same. You can find her at the local farmer’s market or trying a new restaurant in Houston’s incredibly diverse food scene.
Here are a few stories Haley has been featured in:
- Gut Health & Wellness with Haley Fountain from Holistic in Houston
- Client Success Story: How A Health Coach and Blogger Uses CBD Oil
- Improving your spiritual & mental health during COVID-19
You can connect with Haley on her website and on Facebook and Instagram.
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Stop by the Herman Park Zoo and ride the train. Photo courtesy of F Muhammad on Pixabay
Stay tuned for our next episode
Listen to the next episode when Ben Luthi of Luthi Media LLC shares the best things to do in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this episode, Ben and I talk about visiting Temple Square, hiking Ensign Peak, and snowboarding in the mountains. We hope you’ll join us when We Travel There.
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