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Galveston Hotel - Hotel Galvez Turns 98 on June 10

Christine Hopkins — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:59:00 GMT

Galveston’s Hotel Galvez & Spa, A Wyndham® Historic Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, will celebrate its 98th anniversary on Wednesday, June 10. The hotel will serve complimentary cake and punch in the lobby from 4 to 6 p.m. as well as offer tours of its newly reopened spa....(read more)

Three Great Events Not to Miss

Christine Hopkins — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:44:00 GMT

I can't believe that it's already June. What a week. The Tremont House opening on Monday, June 1 and we anticipate that The Spa at the Hotel Galvez will open Saturday, June 6. If you enjoy Galveston's beaches......(read more)

Lots to Do in Galveston This Weekend

Christine Hopkins — Fri, 29 May 2009 00:32:00 GMT

This weekend is going to be full of stuff to do especially on Saturday, May 30. Downtown Galveston will be host to a Re-Birth-Day Celebration. The fun begins on Postoffice Street with a skating demonstration, sidewalk sale and street entertainment between noon and 2 p.m. Then the fun moves to 2300 Mechanic from 2 to 4 p.m. for a mini-street party in front of The Tremont House......(read more)

Great Menu Planned for Mardi Gras Ball at Hotel Galvez on Saturday

Christine Hopkins — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:35:00 GMT

I had the opportunity to sample some of the items on the menu for the 24th Annual Tremont House Mardi Gras Ball at Hotel Galvez slated for this Saturday, Feb. 21. Executive Chef Jerry Helminski is offering North African and South African inspired items in honor of the "African Adventure" theme. The Galveston County Daily News will highlight the menu in tomorrow's food section... ...(read more)

Galveston Hotel - Hotel Galvez to Reopen October 15

Christine Hopkins — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:47:00 GMT

Great News.. Galveston’s historic Hotel Galvez, which sustained minimal damage from Hurricane Ike, is now scheduled to reopen to the public Wednesday, Oct. 15. Here's a little history. The Hotel Galvez was built as a symbol of Galveston’s resilience following the Great Storm of 1900. A group of businessmen pulled their resources and raised $1 million to open the hotel on June 10, 1911 at 6 p.m. This elegant beachfront hotel was immediately proclaimed “Queen of the Gulf.” ...(read more)

Movie Nite Always Great

Christine Hopkins — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:37:00 GMT

Casablanca was absolutely great on Saturday. The weather was comfortable and breezy and there was a probably 200 to 250 people in attendance... ...(read more)

Rosenberg Library Continues to Please

Christine Hopkins — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 22:39:00 GMT

One of my favorite places to go when I was a child was Rosenberg Library. If you haven't been lately I encourage you to drop by. They have several wonderful exhibits and it's a great way to spend the afternoon......(read more)

Enjoy a Farmer's Market Every Saturday

Christine Hopkins — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 23:51:00 GMT

I was thrilled to learn that we can enjoy going to a Farmer's Market every Saturday in downtown Galveston......(read more)

Always great to come home to Galveston

Christine Hopkins — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 13:26:00 GMT

My job recently afforded me the opportunity to travel to Santa Monica, CA and Pittsburgh, PA. Santa Monica was beautiful and, by the way, they had paid parking along the beachfront (which we need) allowing them to have great public bathrooms, lighting, etc. Pittsburgh was a delightful surprise with a great historic downtown area. While I love to travel, it is always great to come back over the causeway into Galveston. It's always a soothing homecoming and you instantly feel a little more relaxed. It's a reminder of why so many people choose to vacation or own second homes here. ...(read more)