Where can you see – in a single weekend – a classic American heavy metal band, a master ice sculptor, a nerd-themed burlesque show and more than 40,000 excited fans, many of them in costume? Houston’s annual Comicpalooza is coming up May 25-27 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Comicpalooza is already Texas’ biggest pop culture festival. But organizers …
5 Cruises to Take Out of Galveston
With summertime just around the corner, a lot of folks are looking for great places to spend a week (or more) of vacation. And if you’re used to traveling via plane, motorcoach, or car, then taking a cruise might be a refreshing change of pace. Think about it: instead of being cramped inside your vehicle of choice and traveling as …
5 Houston Hotels with Corporate Meeting Facilities
Houston hosts hundreds of conventions and events annually that bring well over a half a million people into the city. And many of them find themselves in hotel meeting rooms, making deals, doing continuing education or presenting their latest research. The greater Houston area has more than 100 hotels with corporate meeting space to serve a wide variety of groups. …
10 Things to do Near the Houston Convention Center
At AFC, many of our clients’ trips involve a convention. That’s no surprise since in 2016 Houston hosted 431 events, shows, and conventions. This means that more than 628,000 people were in town for some kind of event.
10 Things to Consider When Chartering a Bus
Most people have boarded a bus or train without pondering the competence of the driver, reputation of the company or condition of the vehicle. But when you’re the person responsible for chartering a bus, you’re in a whole new territory. All the members of your group are trusting you to provide them with a safe and comfortable ride.
Never Too Early to Plan a Group Vacation for Spring Break
Enjoy an Exciting Escape Even if you’re in Houston for only a few days, taking the time to enjoy many of the escape rooms located in the city will make your stay unique and memorable. Escape rooms such as The Escape Hunt Experience Houston are put together by trained professionals, and you have your pick of many different styles, themes, …
Give Thanks with a Holiday Party
With the holiday season approaching, corporations are running out of time to decide whether or not to hold a holiday party this year. For many, a party held in an office setting or at an event venue for the entire company is viewed as a little more than an additional expense. These simply provide a wide range of benefits and …
Never Arrive Late with Convention Shuttles
Whether you choose to travel with only a few key teammates or to bring your entire office along for the ride, conventions are events designed to help businesses of all industries to succeed. At such events, new products and technologies are unveiled, team building exercises are enjoyed, and you often have your pick of many delectable food options. That said, …
Walk Where Astronauts Walked at the Johnson Space Center in Houston
Booking your next school trip or event is simple when you consider exploring Houston and the surrounding area, and there are some locations you cannot afford to miss, especially if anyone in your group is a huge fan of science, space, and exploring the unknown. The Johnson Space Center is home to a wide range of amazing attractions and displays …
Houston Has Bounced Back from Hurricane Harvey
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, many have begun to wonder just when Houston will be safe to visit again, and you may be pleased to learn that this beautiful city is already back up and in action. With flooding already receding in the majority of the city, evacuees returning home, and businesses starting back up, this is one strong …
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