Labor Day Getaways


Round up the family for summer’s last hurrah – Labor Day weekend! Here are three fabulous, nearby destinations to help you plan.

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The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center in Galveston.

Galveston
Schlitterbahn Galveston is open on Labor Day, and it’s an easy, fun way to pack in one final summer trip to Galveston. And while there, stay a few blocks away at the 16 story San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center.  The iconic hotel on the island offers 250 luxurious guestrooms and magnificent views of the Gulf of Mexico from the H2O pool.

For more information, visit schlitterbahn.com. To take advantage of  The San Luis’ Labor Day fun,  call 800-392-5937 or visit www.sanluisresort.com.

A nighttime view of the Westin at The Woodlands. Photo by Mark Knight Photography.

A nighttime view of the Westin at The Woodlands. Photo by Mark Knight Photography.

Galleria

For a fun, relaxing evening with friends, Hotel Derek’s Summer Film Series Float & Flick closes out with E.T. on Friday, September 30th at 6 pm. The cost is $15 and includes admission, complimentary gourmet popcorn, one Revolve Kitchen + Bar signature drink, self-parking and access to SPLASH with towel service starting at 6 pm for an after-work dip in the pool. Tickets are very limited, so make sure to RSVP to secure your spot.  If you want make it an overnight slumber party, book a room too, and enjoy easy access to shopping at The Galleria mall.

Call 713-297-4327 or email ladyderek@destinationhotels.com for more information.

The Woodlands

Hotel Derek’s Summer Film Series Float & Flick.

Hotel Derek’s Summer Film Series Float & Flick.

For a really fun September event for the family, catch a show at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and book a night’s stay at the new Westin at The Woodlands.  The Westin is within walking distance to the pavilion, and if you make a night of it, try the restaurant CURRENT before heading over.  Coming up for the tweens is Fifth Harmony playing on Labor Day, September 5th.  Or, if you prefer to leave the kids at home and make it a date night with your significant other, catch the Goo-Goo Dolls or Counting Crows later in the month. Close out the night by taking a dip in the infinity pool of the second level!

Visit westinthewoodlands.com or woodlandscenter.org for more information.