Maybe smaller airports???
There are several smaller airports around the Houston area you might want to fly into instead. I'm not saying you can't fly into KHOU, just it's a Class B airport and a bit more of a hassle to get in and out of than many of the smaller airports in the area. As far as which one to fly into, I'd probably base that off of the closest hotel you are planning on staying at.
BTW, Houston Approach is great to work with. One of the easiest places I've found to fly in with respect to working in and around Bravo airspace.
Jeff