Famous for space travel and the beaches of Galveston Island, Houston sure has no problem planning fun for old and young this 4th of July. To commemorate USA’s independence, the multicultural metropolis is hosting a plethora of events for Independence Day 2009.

Freedom Over Texas Fireworks:

If you are planning to celebrate July 4th Texan-style, don’t miss out on the biggest fireworks display in the state (and largest land-based fireworks display in the country) and check out the ‘Chevy Freedom over Texas Fireworks’ at Eleanor Tinsley Park.

The festival at Eleanor Tinsley Park is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. Expect it to be action packed with live performances from local acts such as Clay Walker, an auto show, volleyball tournament, beer garden.

Fireworks will start after 10 p.m.

Houston Symphony Orchestra and Fireworks:

Alternatively, saunter down to historic Hermann Park (100 Concert Drive‎) around 8:30 p.m. and enjoy the melodious sounds of the Houston Symphony Orchestra and an All-American salute to celebrate this Independence Day in Houston. You’ll hear some great classics, including Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture.

A grandiose fireworks display will mark the end of the evening.

Need a Hotel in Houston?

For a great end to a fantastic day make sure you check into Houston’s best hotels if you’re just visiting the city for the weekend:

Hotel Granduca
Hotel ZaZa Houston

Hotel Zaza Houston is the perfect place to stay if you want to party in style during your vacation in Houston. If you’re lucky enough to be staying here this weekend, take advantage of this Houston hotel’s H2 OH! Urban Oasis Package – a fun, funky poolside weekend.

Found right in the heart Houston, Texas, Hotel Zaza Houston is situated in the city’s fine museum district. It’s THE place to see and been seen, especially this weekend!

Starting tonight, Hotel Zaza Houston is showing off its “wet-n’wild” side with its H2 OH! Urban Oasis package. The package, designed to celebrate the spring debut of the hotel’s luxury pool retreat, Urban Oasis, starts at $129 per night for a standard room.

Guests taking advantage of the package will have exclusive access to all of the weekend’s events, as well as an Urban Oasis Swag Bag.

The Swag Bag containing everything you’ll need for a weekend by the pool: sunscreen, lip protection, bronzers, ZaSpa product samples, a 20% percent discount at the ZaSpa and $50 ZaZa Bucks for a future stay at the hotel.

Tonight, the weekend kicks off with a Fire & Ice Poolside Soiree. Enjoy the first drink on the house, and celebrate with an evening full of frozen drinks, fire and tribal go-go dancers and DJ Jesse James’ beats.

On Saturday, enjoy all of the exclusive poolside activities (from Wii games to hula hoops and beach balls). Indulge with drinks and complimentary samples from the ZaSpa Café’s new menu at the Urban Oasis bar.

Recover on Sunday with oxygen therapy and a Bloody Mary Bar and Mimosas (starting at 10 am.).

Hotel ZaZa Houston is a design hotel, featuring 315 rooms and suites: ZaZaq Petites, Pool Bungalows, Pool Villas, Concept Suites and The Magnificent Seven Suites. Guests will love Monarch, the hotel’s restaurant, and the extremely zen ZaSpa.

Also, if you’re visiting Dallas, be sure to check out check out Hotel Zaza Houston’s sister hotel, Hotel Zaza Uptown Dallas. This Dallas gem is found right in the heart of the city – among the best restaurants, shops and museums.

Hotel Zaza Houston is one of the best hotels in Houston for having a bit of fun. Located in the city’s historic museum district, the Zaza Houston is both an excellent art hotel and a pet friendly hotel.

Despite your first impressions of Houston, this bustling city is not all work and no play. If you want to stay at a Hotel in Houston when visiting for pleasure, we recommend staying at Hotel ZaZa Houston.
Found in Houston’s museum district, the historic part of the city, this Texas luxury hotel is chock full of dramatic décor.

Hotel ZaZa has more than 300 guestrooms of varying sizes and styles. Feel free to stay in a ZaZa Petites suite, a Pool Bungalow, a Pool Villa, a Concept Suite or one of the Magnificent Seven Suites. No matter what, you will find a room that suits your purposes.

This hotel has style, with a funky twist. You’ll find leopard print carpets, luxurious touches and all the comforts of a world class hotel such as complimentary internet access and wireless internet throughout the hotel, ergonomic desks, down-filled pillows, Italian linens and private elevator access to the “Imagination Level” and “Rock Star Suite”.

The other great thing about this hotel is that it is pet friendly. So, you don’t have to leave your precious companion at home on your weekend getaway.
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Hotel Granduca is a business hotel located in Houston Texas.

Houston—one of the biggest and most bustling cities in the U.S. A. is noted for its industry. Many of the top fortune 500 companies are located here and, of course, so is NASA’s Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. Houston is a must visit. Especially for business travelers.

Kiwi Collection highly recommends staying at Hotel Granduca when visiting Houston, Texas. This Houston luxury hotel brings a sense of calm to this hectic city with its old-world Italian design. Hotel Granduca is the city’s newest luxury boutique hotel (with 123 suites), and is perfect for business travelers or those looking for a quiet, five-star oasis in Houston.

Guests can choose from a wide range of room sizes and styles suitable for those who are both travelling alone or travelling with others. Each has a Tuscan-style decor and is lavished in warm hues and fabrics that leave you with a cozy and comfortable feeling.

The larger suites (two and three bedrooms) also offer a fully-stocked kitchen for guests to use, making these suites the most comfortable for longer stays.

Suites are cleaned twice a day to ensure that guests get the service they’ve come to expect.

Business travelers staying at this Houston resort will definitely want to take advantage of the two top-of-the-line conference rooms and spacious guest rooms with complimentary wireless internet service. After a long day, guests can unwind by visiting the courtyard and pool, taking some time out at the fitness facility or strolling over to the Uptown Park Shopping Center (one of the best places in Houston to shop).

After a busy day, unwind at the Ristorante Cavour, the hotel’s Northern Italian and French-inspired restaurant. Enjoy the tantalizing treats constructed by Executive Chef David Denis. We here at Kiwi Collection can’t think of a better way to experience Houston.

On my recent trip to Houston I was wowed by a new property (open less that a year): The ZaZa Houston Luxury Hotel. It’s by far the most unique hotel I’ve visited. Like the original ZaZa Hotel in Dallas, ZaZa Houston offers themed rooms that are unlike anything you’ve seen. These rooms are a mixture of high-end elegance and exciting originality.

The Magnificent Seven Suites are an absolute must-see. From the The Magnificent Seven Suites Rock Star Room filled with original rock & roll memorabilia to the Black Label room touting a top-floor outdoor hot-tub with a breathtaking view, the suites will blow you away. As Benji Homesy, President of Z Resorts, gave me a tour of the property, I found myself constantly asking “Who thinks of this stuff?”. Benji is one of the brains behind these rooms and he is understandably very proud of his work.

The Lounge / Bar at ZaZa Houston is know for it’s nightlife (as is ZaZa Dallas where I also had a chance to experience the energy of a packed pool-side bar on a Friday night.) This is definitely a place to be seen. Oversized chairs and wild yet tastefully elegant prints run throughout the common areas, as do stunning photographs – every floor coming with it’s own unique set of images. In fact, during my visit I encountered a group of guests who were simply elevator riding (stopping on every floor) to be able to see the vibrant images displayed in front of the open elevator doors on each floor.

Not surprisingly, both ZaZa hotels are a favourite to celebrities. If you’re looking for something classy yet exciting and outside of the box – Hotel Zaza Houston is for you!