For more than twenty years, the Insiders' Guide® series has been the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information—from true insiders whose personal, practical perspective gives you everything you need to know.   Everything is bigger in Texas," it's said, and Houston is no exception. Spanning more than 600 square miles (with the suburbs adding another 9,000-plus), America's fastest-growing city is a center of international trade, oil, aerospace, and education—and unparalleled cultural, shopping, and dining opportunities. This authoritative guide will show you how to navigate this fabulous city. So whether you are a longtime Houstonian, a new resident, or just passing through, prepare to meet with a whole host of treasures and quirks just waiting to be discovered.   Inside You'll Find:    Countless details on how to live and thrive in the area, from the best shopping to the lowdown on real    estate  The inside scoop on popular attractions such as NASA's Space Center Houston and the San Jacinto    Monument, and on events from the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo to the International Festival    and the Park-to-Park Run  Comprehensive listings of restaurants, accommodations, and recreational opportunities  Sections dedicated to children, education, and health care  .