Frommer's Portable Houston Author:David Baird You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and resta... more »urants in all price ranges. Frommer's Portable Guides help you make the right travel choices so you can travel with confidence. They're also easy to carry -- and carry an unbeatable price. Frommer's is on top of all the latest developments in this fast-changing, fast-growing city. Our complete and detailed guide is personally researched and written by a longtime Texas resident. Inside you'll discover the city's best accommodations and top restaurants. And in case Houston's your gateway to the beaches of the Texas Gulf Coast, we include coverage of popular destinations like Galveston and South Padre Island. No matter what your interests, Frommer's makes it easy to plan your time, whether you want to see the Houston Grand Opera, tour Space Center Houston, hike through national forests in East Texas, or enjoy the sun and sand on Padre Island National Seashore.« less