Mon, 21 May 2012 15:38:26 -0500
Galveston Island Kicks Off June Events with AIA Sandcastle Competition, Juneteenth and More!
June marks the start of summer, and Galveston Island is gearing up for an eventful vacation season.
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Tue, 15 May 2012 11:00:19 -0500
Birthplace of Juneteenth Celebrates Emancipation with New Events, 10-Day Festivities in Galveston
When you head to Galveston this June, you'll be coming home where it all began as the island hosts 10 days of festivities to celebrate Juneteenth - a holiday that originated in this historic Texas beach town.
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Tue, 8 May 2012 16:13:42 -0500
Galveston Island Provides Passport to Adventure and Savings with New Island Pass
Galveston Island is providing tourists with a passport to adventure and savings with the launch of the new Galveston Island Pass.
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Thu, 3 May 2012 15:36:01 -0500
Galveston Island to Host Spring Festivals, Open New Pleasure Pier in May
There is nothing more exciting than May in Galveston when the weather is just right and everyone knows summer is just around the corner.
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Wed, 4 Apr 2012 15:54:28 -0500
Galveston Meeting Venues Announce Big Upgrades This Spring
Meeting venues in Galveston have recently announced some big upgrades to be unveiled this year.
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Tue, 3 Apr 2012 13:54:44 -0500
Galveston Island Offers 50% Discount on Attractions for Texas Tourism Week Celebration May 6th
If you haven't been to Galveston Island lately, you might want to make plans for May 6 as the island celebrates Texas Tourism Week by offering a 50 percent discount on many of its attractions. The event will show appreciation to the island's loyal tourists while highlighting Galveston Island as a premier tourist destination in Texas.
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Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:44:05 -0500
Lance Armstrong to Compete in Galveston Race This Weekend
This weekend in Galveston will be a celebrity occasion as Lance Armstrong visits the island April 1 to compete in the Ironman 70.3 U.S. Professional Championship.
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Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:20:40 -0500
Spring Break Hotel Revenue Up 22% in Galveston
Spring Break week in Galveston may have started out with rainy weather, but it ended with sunny results for the island's hotels, which experienced major increases in revenue compared to 2011.
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Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:19:39 -0500
New Galveston Police Unit to Serve as Tourism Ambassadors
It may be rare to see police officers handing out goodies and tourist information while on duty - but not in Galveston.
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Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:18:39 -0500
Galveston's First Reggae Festival to Join Lineup of April Events
It's spring time in Galveston, which means average high temperatures of 75 degrees and cool Gulf breezes are creating the perfect scenario for outdoor festivals.
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:45:26 -0500
Birthplace of Juneteenth Expanding Local Event to Host First National Juneteenth Festival in 2012
Those who don' know Galveston, Texas is the birthplace of Juneteenth will soon. At least that's the hope of the island's National Juneteenth Committee, which is working to expand its local Juneteenth celebration into a national tourist-drawing festival in 2012 and beyond.
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Thu, 8 Mar 2012 11:33:12 -0600
Free Things to Do in Galveston This Spring Break!
Galveston Island was recently named the No. 4 best spring break destination in the country.
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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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