There's a friendly wager happening between World Series cities Los Angeles and Houston.
The tourism boards in each metropolis are having a little competition of their own, based on the success of the winning city's team. Social media channels for Discover Los Angeles and VisitHouston have posted the details, and the stakes are high.
If L.A. wins, they get to take over Twitter, Facebook and Instagram feeds for VisitHoustonand vice versa.
Of course, visitors traveling to World Series cities have a lot to look forward to in both destinations: Los Angeles put together a handy guide for those coming to town for the series.The city is ready to welcome visitors with hotel packages, food and drink specials, travel tips and more.
For example, the Omni Hotel Los Angeles at California Plaza in Downtown L.A. is offering the Take Me Out to the Ball Game package that includes luxury accommodations, complimentary valet parking and a welcome gift of Cracker Jacks, peanuts, a six pack of beer and more.
The Kimpton Everly Hollywood is a short walk to the metro station, making it easy to reach the Dodger Stadium Express. Didn't score tickets? The hotel will play the game on flat-screen televisions in the Ever Bar and serve specialty themed cocktails.
The InterContinental Los Angeles Century City is offering the Home Run package that features discounted accommodations in a Studio Suite, a baseball-themed welcome amenity of decorated cookies and Cracker Jacks, roundtrip transportation to Dodger Stadium, a $25 Visa gift card for Dodger Dogs and beer at the stadium and complimentary Dodger-themed cocktails at the Copper Lounge.
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There are also a number of new hotels that have recently opened in the Downtown Los Angeles area, which is enjoying a resurgence with new bars and restaurants offering more options to urban enthusiasts.
Houston is also ready to welcome visitors for the World Series-a miracle after the city was deluged by flooding following the devastatingly strong Hurricane Harvey.
Airports were back up and running quickly while hotels, which were flooded with emergency workers, are now back to regular operation. The World Series will likely bring a welcome boost in occupancy.
The Houston Astros are seen as the underdogs, but many are rooting for the team, boosting morale after a difficult season that saw their hometown devastated.
The Dodgers haven't won a series since 1988, and fans are on fire for Dodger Blue. The excitement in the city is electric and sure to bring a lot of energy to the historic matchup.
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