What To Do
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My, How Things Change
Heard from friends who were onboard RCCL’s Voyager of the Seas a couple of weeks ago that the ship was a “construction zone” (that’s cruise-line speak for (“undergoing revitalization/enhancement”) LOL!
May 21 2013
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Unsung Heroes
Heard from a friend who works at one of the cruise terminals that four passengers were denied boarding today due to “improper documentation.” Apparently they did not read Lorraine’s diatribe on why one should possess a passport – SHAME!
May 21 2013
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No Cruise – You Lose!
Did you know that if you arrive at a port of embarkation without proper documentation – even though you have checked-in online (required by most lines no later than six days prior to sail-date) and have a valid cruise ticket, you can be denied boarding? And – don’t look for a refund!
May 21 2013
Video
Weather
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Tuesday’s Surf Report from Surf Specialties
On Tuesday the surf in Galveston is a ridable choppy windswell in the waist high range. Water’s a pretty green-blue today. Winds are out of the south at 15 – 20 kts [...]
May 21 2013
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Periods of clouds and warm weather to continue. The big question is whether the storms expected to our northwest will creep into the Galveston area.
We should see an increase in rain chances as we move into the middle of the week, though probabilities still remain fairly low near the coast and the best chance for showers [...]
May 21 2013
Cruising
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My, How Things Change
Heard from friends who were onboard RCCL’s Voyager of the Seas a couple of weeks ago that the ship was a “construction zone” (that’s cruise-line speak for (“undergoing revitalization/enhancement”) LOL!
May 21 2013
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Unsung Heroes
Heard from a friend who works at one of the cruise terminals that four passengers were denied boarding today due to “improper documentation.” Apparently they did not read Lorraine’s diatribe on why one should possess a passport – SHAME!
May 21 2013
Where To Eat
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Stalking Beignets at the New Gumbo Diner
There is virtually no way to roust an “owl” personality into really enjoying the morning. No way of course, except the offer of a truly tasty memory from New Orleans. The newly opened Gumbo Diner on seawall is now offering that very enticement: freshly made New Orleans’s style Beignets!
May 10 2013
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Salt Water Taffy and the Sea
What is it about salt water taffy and the sea? Master candy maker Ernest Torres makes the island’s popular taffy at La King’s Confectionery.
Apr 29 2013
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Galveston.com Announces the Most Romantic Spots on Galveston Island This Valentine’s Day
Get a head start on channeling your inner Cupid, and check out some of the best Galveston Island spots for celebrating this special day. Whether it’s a romantic stroll on any of the Island’s sundrenched beaches, or a fabulous event held at one of our many restaurants or hotels, there are numerous options to show that special someone how important they are. Here are Galveston.com’s picks for a memorable Valentine’s Day on Galveston Island.
Feb 9 2013
