Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:24:02 -0600
Head to Galveston Island This Spring for New Attractions, Exhibits and Fun on the Beach
If you have that anxious feeling and you know you need to get away this spring - It's island time! Why not escape to beautiful Galveston Island where relaxing on 32 miles of beaches is worth the trip alone.
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Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:47:47 -0600
New Pirate Museum Opening in Galveston Friday, January 27th
Y'ARRR sure to enjoy Galveston's newest family attraction - Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast. Visitors can now see pirates as well as ghosts in historic downtown Galveston with the grand opening of Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast on Friday, Jan. 27 at noon.
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Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:45:19 -0600
Visitors to Galveston Island Can Experience Historic Airplanes Seen in 'Red Tails' Movie
The Lone Star Flight Museum is home to both a P-47 Thunderbolt and a P-51 Mustang, which are airplanes the Red Tails flew historically and in the movie.
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Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:48:50 -0600
Get Your Umbrellas Ready For Mardi Gras! Galveston's Funky Uptown Umbrella Brigade
Mardi Gras! Galveston Umbrella Brigade participants have been challenged to beat a new world record for the largest choreographed umbrella dance during the 101st Mardi Gras! Galveston on Friday, February 10, 2012.
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Fri, 6 Jan 2012 17:20:17 -0600
Mardi Gras! Galveston 2012 - Bead There!
Visitors to Texas' largest Mardi Gras celebration, Mardi Gras! Galveston, are expected to throw more than 3 million beads Feb. 10-21, 2012, while celebrating the feasting and merriment of headliner music performances, parades, family events and other festivities that come with hosting an island style Mardi Gras.
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Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:34:14 -0600
Galveston Island Kicks Off the New Year
Galveston Island will kick off the new year with a plethora of special events worth marking the calendar for. From the inaugural Galveston Restaurant Week to Civil War Reenactments and historical tours, the island will be bustling with foodies, history buffs and other visitors looking to explore the island's unique options at the start of the year.
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Fri, 9 Dec 2011 11:51:28 -0600
Galveston's Historic Claim to Fame Rebirths New Golden Era in 2012
At its Golden Era in the late 1800s, Galveston Island was known as the Playground of the South - a booming tourist destination built on its attractive beaches, convenient location, high-traffic port and numerous attractions. In 2012, Galveston is reclaiming that title with the evidence to back it up.
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Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:40:56 -0600
Great-Great-Great Granddaughter of Charles Dickens to be Guest of Honor at Galveston's Dickens on the Strand Festival This Weekend
The great-great-great granddaughter of Charles Dickens will be the guest of honor at this weekend's Dickens on the Strand, an award-winning Victorian festival held annually in Galveston to celebrate the life and characters created by the iconic author.
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Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:42:55 -0600
Charles Dickens Characters to Parade the Streets of Galveston This Weekend for Return of Award-Winning Dickens on the Strand
While you may not find Galveston's palm trees in England, the island’s historic downtown will make the perfect backdrop for this weekend's Dickens on the Strand festival, where Charles Dickens characters will parade the streets of Galveston Saturday and Sunday.
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Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:29:23 -0600
Holiday Season on Galveston Island to Feature Unique Shopping, Enchanting Festivals and Victorian Charm
As if beaches and palm trees aren't enough for an enchanting island holiday, this season Galveston Island will offer a plethora of unique shopping opportunities and special festivities, including the popular Dickens on the Strand and Festival of Lights, to celebrate the season.
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Thu, 10 Nov 2011 09:58:27 -0600
Galveston Island Holiday Gift Guide 2011
In addition to being a great holiday vacation destination, Galveston Island is home to some of the most unique boutiques, shops, restaurants and attractions in the country, making it a perfect place to do some of your holiday shopping!
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Tue, 8 Nov 2011 12:26:18 -0600
Galveston Island Celebrates Arrival of New 'Carnival Magic' this Weekend
As Galveston becomes the homeport of Carnival Cruise Lines' newest ship this weekend, officials on the island are celebrating what is expected to be a tremendous economic contributor to the island's tourism industry.
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Wed, 26 Oct 2011 10:39:39 -0500
Galveston Park Board of Trustees Welcomes New Executive Director
The Park Board of Trustees on Monday welcomed a new executive director to the organization, which is charged with leading the island's tourism development and beach management efforts. Kelly Robinson de Schaun, a Texas native, comes to the Park Board with more than 15 years of experience working in the Caribbean tourism industry.
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Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:52:25 -0500
November on Galveston Island to Be a Carnival of Special Events
There will be a carnival of special events this November on Galveston Island, which will host U.S. debut of the new Carnival Magic cruise ship along with special guest Maroon 5. The island will also host the Lone Star Motorcycle Rally, the 10th annual Festival of Lights at Moody Gardens and a plethora of other festivities heading into the holiday season.
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Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:18:03 -0500
Lone Star Rally Returns to Galveston Island November 3-6
From the furthest reaches of the USA, hundreds of thousands of motorcycling visitors and enthusiasts will converge on Galveston Island for the 10th Annual Lone Star Rally Thursday November 3rd through Sunday November 6th 2011, presented by GMC.
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Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:46:24 -0500
Texas Beach Destination Allows Families to Play Now and Eat Thanksgiving Turkey When They're Ready
Galveston Island isn't your typical Thanksgiving vacation destination. While there is plenty of opportunity to spend time with family, you can decide to gather while lounging at a beach house, splashing through the world’s No. 1 indoor water park, visiting historical sites or taking in the Gulf Coast’s largest holiday lighting festival held among plentiful palm trees and 70-degree weather.
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Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:00:18 -0500
Galveston's Holiday Charm Brings Victorian Merriment to the Texas Coast
With one of the largest collections of well-preserved Victorian architecture in the country, Galveston's historic buildings and elaborate festivals offer the enchantment of traditional holiday merriment mixed with the benefits of island weather.
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Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:44:43 -0500
Food, Art and Ghosts to Haunt Galveston Island's Fall Calendar
Food, art and ghosts will haunt Galveston Island's calendar this October as visitors take advantage of what many consider the island's best weather of the year.
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Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:43:18 -0500
Galveston Beaches Begin New Recycling Program Thanks to Keep America Beautiful Award
Galveston Island beach parks began a new recycling program this week after being awarded free recycling bins through a national initiative of the Keep America Beautiful organization.
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Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:47:55 -0500
Place of Deadliest Storm in U.S. History Has Become Popular Destination for Haunted Travel
The season for thrills and chills is quickly approaching and Galveston Island’s ghostly history makes it one of the top destinations in the country for haunted travel.
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Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:20:39 -0500
Galveston Expects Wave of Visitors Labor Day Weekend for Last Hurrah of Successful Summer Season
The tourism industry on Galveston Island is booming this summer and the island is anticipating a massive wave of visitors for Labor Day weekend festivities to celebrate the last hurrah of a successful peak tourism season.
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Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:17:12 -0500
End-Of-Summer Visitors Head to Galveston Island For New Attractions and Special Events
The end of summer may be approaching but there's plenty of time - and reason - to head to Galveston Island for a final get-a-way.
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Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:52:44 -0500
Dellanera RV Park Reopens Nearly 3 Years after Hurricane Ike
Galveston Island's Dellanera RV Park has reopened for business nearly three years after Hurricane Ike caused approximately $6 million in damages.
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Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:28:49 -0500
Galveston To Host Nation's Largest Jump Rope Competition June 22-26
Galveston will host the nation's largest jump rope competition this week as more than 900 competitors gather at the Galveston Island Convention Center for the U.S. National Jump Rope Championship June 22-26.
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Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:55:48 -0500
Galveston Island to Host Fireworks Every Night July 4th Weekend; Parade to be Held on Streets of Historic Downtown
If you're looking for a change of scenery to celebrate Independence Day, Galveston Island is just the place to make your holiday weekend a true get-a-way. From fireworks over the beach to a traditional hometown parade in the island's historical downtown district, Galveston will offer a plethora of special activities July 1-4.
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Sun, 5 Jun 2011 08:44:07 -0500
Houston Engineering Firm Takes Home Golden Bucket in One of World's Largest Amateur Sandcastle Competitions
A Houston engineering firm proved you can Have Your Sandcastle and Eat it Too in Galveston when they took home the first place prize in one of the world's largest amateur sandcastle competitions.
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Fri, 27 May 2011 13:12:15 -0500
New "Clean Beaches" Campaign Kicks Off on Galveston Island
The Park Board of Trustees and the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau are thrilled to introduce Galveston Island’s new "clean beaches" campaign, which will promote recycling and discourage litter on Galveston Island's beaches beginning this summer.
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Fri, 27 May 2011 12:53:58 -0500
Galveston Island Recognizes National Beach Safety Week May 23-30
It's that time of year again when the weather is hot and you may be eager to jump into the cool Gulf waves of Galveston Island's popular beaches. But, before you go, make sure you are mindful of the potential dangers associated with fun on the beach.
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Thu, 19 May 2011 17:03:31 -0500
Park Board of Trustees to Bring Galveston Island its First LEED Certified Building in Continuous Effort to Promote a "Green" Community
The Park Board of Trustees is working to make Galveston Island clean, green and pristine from maintaining the island's beach parks to soon bringing the island its first LEED certified building.
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Wed, 11 May 2011 10:24:36 -0500
World's Largest Amateur Sandcastle Competition to be Held on Galveston Island
For the past 25 years in the first weekend of June, Houston area architects, designers, engineers, and contractors have taken their tools to East Beach in Galveston for what is considered one of the world's largest amateur sandcastle competitions.
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