By: GalvestonTx.gov | Thursday, June 1, 2017
The Galveston Trolley system returns to the city on Friday June 2nd. All summer long, rides are free. See more about the history, schedules, and route map.
Things to do in Galveston 2017
By: Dream Vacation Magazine | Monday, March 22, 2017
Galveston, Texas is one of the more popular beach destinations in Texas. Here are some of the things you can do on our beautiful island.
More sand added to the beaches
By: Galveston.com | Monday, January 23, 2017
The first of 1 million cubic yards of sand has been pumped onto the beach, in a $19 million project to replenish over 3.5 miles of beach along Galveston’s seawall.
The new project between 12th and 61st is being funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Texas General Land Office, and the City of Galveston. When complete in May, the beaches along this four-mile stretch are expected to be widened by 100 to 150 feet.
Winner announced during Red Cat Jazz Festival
The Winner is…….
Carly Haynes was the recipient of a gift basket contest sponsored by Island Breeze Shuttle. The contest was held during the Red Cat Jazz Festival in Galveston during May 5-8 2016. The basket contained all sorts of prizes which were donated by various Galveston merchants. As you can see from Carly’s face, she was pleased to receive gift cards from Bronco Burrito, Gumbo Diner, Biz Hub Plus, Cindy Moreland Enterprises, Joy Nails, Georges Salon, Fast Signs, and Skinsational. Wine, wine glasses, candy, and a Galveston t- shirt and hat were included.
Port of Galveston Receives Prestigious Quest for Quality Award
Logistics Management’s (LM) Annual Quest for Quality Awards is the culmination of a six-month research project conducted by Peerless Research Group (PRG). For more than three decades, LM’s Quest for Quality has been regarded in the transportation and logistics industry as the most important measure of customer satisfaction and performance excellence.
Galveston has established itself as one of the major hospitality and commercial ports in the nation. Continuous improvement and development make Galveston a top destination for cruise ship departures with easy fly-in access to Houston and Galveston.
Photo credit: Timothy LaBranch