TripAdvisor 2018’s No. 1 Destination For “Specialty Lodging On Galveston Island” offers luxury on a budget at award-winning Stella Mare RV Resort. New bookings for the month of June will receive 30% off select weekday sites or 20% off select weekend sites.

Get a glimpse into the lives of some fascinating people who have made the journey to Galveston, Texas.

Galveston fishing report provided by Aqua Safari Charters on June 19, 2018.

Get ready to “hang four” at the 6th Annual Ohana Surf Dog event on Saturday, July 21, 2018.

You’ve just landed in Galveston for some much-needed R&R and glance out the hotel patio window at the Gulf of Mexico. And it's raining. Never fear!

There is so much you need to do in your lifetime on the island! Here's the ultimate Galveston bucket list: 50 things you need to do before you kick the bucket.

Deciding how to have fun on the beach in Galveston can be daunting, even if you’ve narrowed your choices down to spending at least some of your time frolicking in the sand at one of the island’s five beach parks.

There is far more to do in Galveston this summer than hitting the beach, check it out!

There are no two better words to go along with summer than free and fun. All summer long, Galveston Island will offer plenty of events that fit both, including free fireworks shows, eco tours and sandcastle building lessons.

Get a glimpse into the lives of some fascinating people who have made the journey to Galveston, Texas.

There is so much you need to do in your lifetime on the island! Here's the ultimate Galveston bucket list: 50 things you need to do before you kick the bucket.

There are no two better words to go along with summer than free and fun. All summer long, Galveston Island will offer plenty of events that fit both, including free fireworks shows, eco tours and sandcastle building lessons.

It's hard to narrow it down to only 10 things, but here's are the 10 reasons you should get on Island Time!

Read on to discover some of our most unique food offerings to dig into before or after your next cruise, during your island vacation, or just the next time you are in Galveston!

As thousands of visitors flock to Galveston this Memorial Day weekend, the island’s tourism industry will be celebrating the kickoff of what is expected to be a successful summer vacation season.

The quarter-mile strip of Postoffice Street between 23rd & 20th St. has dozens of great shops, top-notch coffee, ice cream and more! 

Whether you’re paddling along tranquil coastal channels, playing in an indoor waterpark, or indulging in some first-rate dining, you’ll find many reasons to visit Galveston this spring.

If you’re running low on ideas that will make everyone happy, here are our suggestions for some must-do family experiences on the island.

A lot of sources debate our claim that Santos Cruz invented the margarita at the Balinese Room for singer Peggy Lee.

The history of Galveston’s Maceo family is the stuff of legend. These days, however, the name is associated with Maceo’s Spice & Import Co., home of the muffuletta.

You’ve just landed in Galveston for some much-needed R&R and glance out the hotel patio window at the Gulf of Mexico. And it's raining. Never fear!

There is so much you need to do in your lifetime on the island! Here's the ultimate Galveston bucket list: 50 things you need to do before you kick the bucket.

There is far more to do in Galveston this summer than hitting the beach, check it out!

The Grand 1894 Opera House has an amazing history, but how much of it do you actually know?

The quarter-mile strip of Postoffice Street between 23rd & 20th St. has dozens of great shops, top-notch coffee, ice cream and more! 

If you’re running low on ideas that will make everyone happy, here are our suggestions for some must-do family experiences on the island.

Get a glimpse into the lives of some fascinating people who have made the journey to Galveston, Texas.

Check out this video and blog pairing to help you navigate Galveston's frequently asked questions.

No trip to Galveston is complete without a visit to some of the most popular museums on the island.

Galveston.com blogger Bobby Stanton takes a look at eight great things to do on the Island, all within steps of downtown, the harbor, and the glorious East End.

Get ready to “hang four” at the 6th Annual Ohana Surf Dog event on Saturday, July 21, 2018.

You’ve just landed in Galveston for some much-needed R&R and glance out the hotel patio window at the Gulf of Mexico. And it's raining. Never fear!

There is so much you need to do in your lifetime on the island! Here's the ultimate Galveston bucket list: 50 things you need to do before you kick the bucket.

Deciding how to have fun on the beach in Galveston can be daunting, even if you’ve narrowed your choices down to spending at least some of your time frolicking in the sand at one of the island’s five beach parks.

There is far more to do in Galveston this summer than hitting the beach, check it out!

There are no two better words to go along with summer than free and fun. All summer long, Galveston Island will offer plenty of events that fit both, including free fireworks shows, eco tours and sandcastle building lessons.

It's hard to narrow it down to only 10 things, but here's are the 10 reasons you should get on Island Time!

This unique attraction gives you the opportunity to explore two historic World War II undersea vessels – the USS Cavalla and the USS Stewart. Learn some secrets of Seawolf!

Grab that suntan lotion and put on that sexy swimsuit! Beach season has arrived and Galveston is rolling out the red carpet – eh, make that sand and sea – for the thousands of beachgoers headed to the island.

As thousands of visitors flock to Galveston this Memorial Day weekend, the island’s tourism industry will be celebrating the kickoff of what is expected to be a successful summer vacation season.

TripAdvisor 2018’s No. 1 Destination For “Specialty Lodging On Galveston Island” offers luxury on a budget at award-winning Stella Mare RV Resort. New bookings for the month of June will receive 30% off select weekday sites or 20% off select weekend sites.

Get ready to “hang four” at the 6th Annual Ohana Surf Dog event on Saturday, July 21, 2018.

There is so much you need to do in your lifetime on the island! Here's the ultimate Galveston bucket list: 50 things you need to do before you kick the bucket.

Deciding how to have fun on the beach in Galveston can be daunting, even if you’ve narrowed your choices down to spending at least some of your time frolicking in the sand at one of the island’s five beach parks.

There is far more to do in Galveston this summer than hitting the beach, check it out!

There are no two better words to go along with summer than free and fun. All summer long, Galveston Island will offer plenty of events that fit both, including free fireworks shows, eco tours and sandcastle building lessons.

It's hard to narrow it down to only 10 things, but here's are the 10 reasons you should get on Island Time!

Galveston fishing report provided by Aqua Safari Charters on May 23, 2018.

Electric bicycles are the new, exciting way to explore and experience the sights that only Galveston has to offer. Rent an electric bicycle and take yourself or a group of friends on a tour of Galveston’s history, curiosities and fare, all on your own schedule.

The Galveston Island Market, sponsored by the Galveston Art League, will be holding its monthly open-air arts & crafts market on May 19!

TripAdvisor 2018’s No. 1 Destination For “Specialty Lodging On Galveston Island” offers luxury on a budget at award-winning Stella Mare RV Resort. New bookings for the month of June will receive 30% off select weekday sites or 20% off select weekend sites.

Get a glimpse into the lives of some fascinating people who have made the journey to Galveston, Texas.

Get ready to “hang four” at the 6th Annual Ohana Surf Dog event on Saturday, July 21, 2018.

There is so much you need to do in your lifetime on the island! Here's the ultimate Galveston bucket list: 50 things you need to do before you kick the bucket.

Deciding how to have fun on the beach in Galveston can be daunting, even if you’ve narrowed your choices down to spending at least some of your time frolicking in the sand at one of the island’s five beach parks.

There are no two better words to go along with summer than free and fun. All summer long, Galveston Island will offer plenty of events that fit both, including free fireworks shows, eco tours and sandcastle building lessons.

Get a glimpse into the lives of some fascinating people who have made the journey to Galveston, Texas.

Here on Galveston Island, we have a great group of lifeguards that are not only passionate about their jobs but the island as a whole.

The quarter-mile strip of Postoffice Street between 23rd & 20th St. has dozens of great shops, top-notch coffee, ice cream and more! 

Get a glimpse into the lives of some fascinating people who have made the journey to Galveston, Texas.

There is so much you need to do in your lifetime on the island! Here's the ultimate Galveston bucket list: 50 things you need to do before you kick the bucket.

The quarter-mile strip of Postoffice Street between 23rd & 20th St. has dozens of great shops, top-notch coffee, ice cream and more! 

Seasoned cruisers who have become familiar with ship “jargon” know that the announcement “Bravo-Bravo-Bravo” is not a cue to stand and take a bow.

Lorraine has a friend who thinks every cruise is reason to buy a whole new wardrobe. NOT NECESSARY! You probably already have everything you need in your closet.

Warm days – cool nights! The perfect recipe for the “F” word – FOG!

Years ago, Spud and I sailed a back-to back Rhapsody of the Seas repositioning 7 nites from Galveston to Aruba – 6 nites Aruba to Tampa – departing December 23. How “festive.”

A cruise buddy of Lorraine’s was told this story by a friend of hers who once worked at the cruise terminal – and swears it to be true.

Check out this video and blog pairing to help you navigate Galveston's frequently asked questions.

Well, Lorraine has returned from doing something she swore many years ago she would NEVER do again- she’s speaking of a “Holiday” Cruise!

One of my pet peeves is passengers blaming cruise lines for “blips.” Cruise lines are NOT responsible for weather, seasonal fog banks, “motion on the ocean” - or missed ports of call.