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Travel & Area Attractions
Questions about traveling to Houston and things to do while you’re there? Join Shirley Craig, Co-Leader of the Houston Support Group and member of the Conference Planning Committee, for an online chat on Wednesday, May 14 at 2pm EST.
Travel | Tips for Travelers with Health Needs | Area Attractions
Airports
The Houston area has two main airports. There are a number of options for ground transportation from either airport to the Hilton Americas. Please refer to each airport’s website for more information.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The larger of the two airports, Bush Intercontinental is located 25 miles from the Hilton Americas. A Super Shuttle from the airport to the hotel is $23 (see below for more information); a taxi is approximately $45. Information on ground transportation to hotel
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Hobby Airport is located 13 miles from the Hilton Americas. A Super Shuttle from the airport to the hotel is $19 (see below for more information); a taxi is approximately $20. Information on ground transportation to hotel
Amtrak
The Houston Amtrak Station (HOS) is located approximately 1.5 miles from the Hilton Americas. For fare information and schedules, please visit www.amtrak.com or call 1-800-USA-RAIL.
SuperShuttle
PHA has arranged a group discount with SuperShuttle for passengers traveling to and from Bush Intercontinental and Houston Hobby Airports. The group discount code is 44PDK – to receive the group discount, you must make your reservation ONLINE at least 24 hours in advance at www.supershuttle.com. This code is valid for travel dates ranging from June 15, 2008 through June 30, 2008.
Through use of the discount code you will receive $2 off one-way fares and $4 off round-trip fares. With use of the above discount code, SuperShuttle rates from the airports to the Hilton Americas will be:
- Bush Intercontinental (IAH): $21 one-way and $42 round-trip per passenger
- Hobby (HOU): $17 one-way and $34 round-trip per passenger
Taxis
The City of Houston has a flat rate of $6 for taxi rides that originate and end within the Central Business District, which is the downtown Houston area bounded by I-45, I-10 and US 59. Up to four passengers can share a cab ride – and the cost of the $6 fare!
Yellow Cab is the largest taxi provider in Houston and can accommodate wheelchairs and scooters – just reserve in advance by calling 713-236-1111 or visiting www.YellowCabHouston.com.
For Spanish-speaking cabbies, call Taxis Fiesta at 713-225-2666 or visit http://www.taxisfiesta.com/.
Parking
For those driving, parking is available at the Hilton Americas. Self parking is $14 per day and valet parking is $24 per day. For more information please contact the hotel.
The most important tip for any traveler is to inform the airline when making your reservation about your special needs, whether they include the use of a wheelchair, in-flight oxygen, Flolan or Remodulin pumps, any and all medications, etc. Advance notice of your needs is the best insurance for a smooth flight.
Please note: Certain personal oxygen supplies are now allowed on some airlines; check with the airline for a list of requirements and assistance with all arrangements.
More tips on traveling with PH
As the nation’s fourth largest city, Houston has plenty to see during your visit.
Museums & Centers
The Houston Museum of Natural Science features a live butterfly exhibit, and more than 400 hundred species of marine life and mammals can be seen at the Downtown Aquarium. The Houston Space Center is located 25 miles from the Hilton Americas. Visitors can see retired spacecraft, touch a moon rock and experience space through simulators.
Outdoor Activities
The Houston Zoo is home to more than 4,500 exotic animals. Minute Maid Park, located in downtown Houston,is the home of the Houston Astros. Information on game tickets or stadium tours
Theater
The Hilton Americas is located less than a mile away from Houston’s theater district. Show and ticket information
For more on the various attractions Houston has to offer, please visit the Houston Visitor’s Bureau or Downtown Houston District websites.
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