Day Trips from Houston Getaway Ideas for the Local Traveler

No planning required! Need a day away to relax, refresh, renew? Just get in your car and go! Day Trips from Houston is your guide to hundreds of exciting things to do, see, and discover right in your own backyard. Explore places you never knew existed--many free of charge and most within a two-hour drive of Houston. Do something unexpected: Play in the surf and relax in the sand of Galveston's beaches and then take time out to explore the island's historic districts. Do something outdoorsy: Take advantage of the extensive recreational activities offered at The Sam Houston National Forest. Do something kid-approved: Cool down with a day at Splash Town or explore Space Center Houston. With full trip-planning information, you can make the most of your time off and rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip.Barrington, Carol is the author of 'Day Trips from Houston Getaway Ideas for the Local Traveler', published 2008 under ISBN 9780762745425 and ISBN 0762745428.