First Timer's Guide to Houston
First Timer's Guide to Houston
Danielle Kwok
Whether you're coming to Houston for business, visiting family, or coming for our amazing food scene this guide is for you!
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Where To Stay
As a certified travel advisor I would love to help you book your stay! All hotels below are a part of one of our agency's preferred partners and I can get you amazing perks, such as, free breakfast, hotel credit, and priority check in/out. Contact me at danielle.kwok@fora.travel to book your trip!
Hotel ZaZa Museum District
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The St. Regis Houston
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The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
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Where To Eat & Drink
Angela’s Oven
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Izakaya Wa
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Order Suggestions:
• Yaki Ebi Skewer
• Tontoro Skewer
• Chicken Katsu Curry
• Fresh Salmon Sashimi
• Memorial Roll
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El Tiempo Cantina - Washington
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Order Suggestions:
• Queso
• Beef Fajitas
• Margarita
• Sopapillas
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Roostar
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Mala Sichuan Bistro
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Taste of Texas
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Order Suggestions:
• Bacon Wrapped Quail
• Salad Bar {sounds strange at a steak house, but its awesome...and make sure to grab the cinnamon butter}
• Ribeye by the Ounce
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes
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Anvil
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Things To Do
Where to Shop
Marcel Market
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Kuhl-Linscomb
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Rice Village
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The Galleria
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What to Do
Hermann Park
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Houston Museum of Natural Science
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Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
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Children's Museum Houston
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Danielle Kwok
My mission is to help you have the best travel experience no matter the budget. Whether with your traveling solo, with a significant other or a group friends, I've got you covered.
The Three Ways to Plan A Trip
1. DIY - Check out my free guides for all the best activities, restaurant recs, and budget stays.
2. Half-Half - Let me book your accommodations (at no extra cost & possibly extra perks!) and you can use my free guides (general recommendations) or pay for a custom guide (personalized recommendations)!
3. VIP - I'll book your accommodations, restaurant reservations, and activities/tours! All personalized to you! With this option, I can be involved as much or as little as you want.
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