🐘💦 Elephant Encounter: A Splashing Good Time at Houston Zoo（2）

🎟️ Planning Your Visit Tickets: 34–50 (dynamic pricing—book early for discounts!). 💸 Best Time: 9–11 AM (cooler temps, fewer crowds). ☀️ Essentials: Sunscreen & Hat: Texas heat is no joke! 🧴 Reusable Water Bottle: Stay hydrated—zoo drinks are $$$$. Binoculars: For birdwatching in the wetlands area. 🔭🦢 🐾 Personal Takeaways Baby Elephant = Pure Joy: Watching the calf splash made me miss my own pets—proof that animals speak a universal language. 🐾 Heat Hack: If you forget sunscreen, the Safari Gift Shop sells small tubes… but at a 300% markup. 🌞💸 Zoo Wishlist: Night tours! Imagine seeing nocturnal animals awake—and cooler temps! 🌙 📍 Logistics Address: 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030 Parking: $16 (arrive early—lots fill by 10 AM!). 🚗🅿️ Stroller Alert: The zoo is hilly! Opt for a carrier if visiting with toddlers. 👶 🌟 Why It’s Unforgettable Houston Zoo isn’t just about animals—it’s about moments of connection. Whether it’s an elephant’s playful splash or a giraffe’s curious glance, these encounters remind us why conservation matters. Plus, where else can you roast marshmallows at a campfire after a day of wildlife watching? 🦒🔥 Final Frame: As I left, the calf trumpeted one last time. I waved goodbye, already planning my return—this time, with a cooler and a sunhat. 👋🧢 Your Turn: Share your zoo highlight! Did you catch an elephant bath? Meet a mischievous monkey? Let’s swap stories! 🐒 #HoustonZoo #ElephantLove #TexasSummer 🌴