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San Luis

Rajko — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 19:58:07 GMT

Hi, I'm trying to find someone that works at the San Luis hotel. If someone here does, or if you know of someone that does, could you let me know?

Thanks!!

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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.”

The hotel has a colorful history from serving as a temporary White House for President Teddy Roosevelt to serving as a working facility for the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and as a headquarters for the Pageants of Pulchritude, the beauty pageants that were predecessors to the Miss America Pageant. The Hotel Galvez is now one of the most popular choices for brides, hosting an average of 120 weddings every year.

In 1937, President Teddy Roosevelt spent ten days at the hotel and held a meeting with newly elected Congressman and future president, Lyndon B. Johnson. In the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, the Hotel Galvez was the social hub of Galveston then known as the “Playground of the Southwest.” Bandleader Phil Harris and actress Alice Faye married at Hotel Galvez and hundreds of celebrities including Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and Jimmy Stewart stayed at the hotel.

Like many historic hotels, the Hotel Galvez has a resident ghost. Legend has it that the fiancée of a seaman checked in to Room 501 while her love was away at sea. She discovered that his ship had sunk and she took her own life in desperation. Her spirit haunts Hotel Galvez to this day.

The Hotel Galvez remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of Historic Hotels of America. The Hotel Galvez, a Wyndham Historic Hotel, is owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties.

Galveston will be greater and grander than ever despite Hurricane Ike

Christine Hopkins — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 01:33:00 GMT

Just before Hurricane Ike I purchased a replica of a calendar printed by the Galveston Tribune in 1901. Right now it's at a framer in downtown Galveston possibly damaged. After I return to Galveston I plan to hang it in my office. It reads "Galveston was not born to die - Greater and Grander than Ever." This message still stands true for Galveston. Although there is a great amount of damage to our Island, our community will rebuild and Galvestonians continue to be resilient.

I'm happy to report that the Hotel Galvez continues to grace the Seawall on 21st Street. The hotel had a couple of feet of water in the lower level and staff is working diligently to clean up the mess. The Hotel Galvez was built to show Galveston had recovered after the 1900 Storm and it still continues to stand after 97 years. I hope that at some point, we will see media coverage from our hotel when it reopens.

The Tremont House sustained flooding on the first floor but no serious damage. The Tremont House is located in the 1879 Leon H. Blum Building and this historic building still stands after 129 years. I have seen lots of photos of downtown Galveston but none that show the hotel. Hopefully we will be able to post photos soon. Lastly, Harbor House at Pier 21 sustained water damage due to high waters. Some aerial photos actually show a boat in the parking lot next to Harborside Drive and in the hotel's adjacent parking lot. Mother Nature is truly amazing. The hotels are planning to reopen Oct. 15 pending reinstatement of utilities and completion of repairs.

My plan is to keep you posted as we restore our hotels and properties.

Always great to come home to Galveston

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

Living in and loving Galveston - Dedicated to anyone who says there's nothing to do in Galveston.

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.

After getting back into town last week, my husband and I went by the Hotel Galvez to check on something. While there we took a peek at the setup for a huge wedding in the Terrace Ballroom/Veranda. It was lighted in a sea of lavender and looked absolutely stunning. This served as a reminder as to why so many brides choose the Hotel Galvez for their weddings. It's always an elegant and classic setting. Actually I believe there's an article in the new issue of Houston Brides, published by Modern Luxury, about the hotel. I can't wait to see it. By the way, The Spa at the Hotel Galvez is offering some new summer packages. Plus don't forget that they offer a 15 percent discount on services for Galveston County residents plus a complimentary glass of lavender infused champagne as part of their Tuesday Spa Socials. Call 409-515-2100 for an appointment. The website http://www.thespaatthehotelgalvez.com includes information on all available services.

On Sunday, I took my little sister to a pool party for Gulf Coast Big Brothers Big Sisters. It was great fun and I really encourage people to become involved in this program. You really make a difference in a child's life and it helps to keep me young and a little silly. After the pool party, another big and I took our little sisters to have ice cream at La King's Confectionary on The Strand. This is always a treat. The Strand was bustling with people and La King's had a great crowd of families buying ice cream, candy, etc. I love downtown - you can shop, eat or just people watch and relax.

Later on Sunday, my husband and I took a long bike ride along the Seawall. It is definitely summer with people everywhere. We took a break at a spot on the beachfront and enjoyed the view and the company of our Galveston.com friends. Later, we stopped for dinner at The Spot and sat inside (it was a little hot) and people watched. The food was great and they had live music outside. Galveston offers so many great options for dining - we are very lucky to have so many choices for such a small town. Restaurants are listed on the Galveston.com dining section. We have a lot of locally owned and operated restaurants if you want to try something new. My personal favorites are Olympica Grill, Mediterraneon Chef, Gino's, Salsa's, Original Mexican Cafe, Apache, Yaga's, Sunflower, Mosquito Cafe, and the newer Eat Cetera for more casual dining and Palm's M&Ms, Rudy & Paco's, Luigi's and Saltwater Grill for a more upscale experience. Plus you can always get a great burger at The Spot, Cafe Michael Burger on the west end and Sonny's on the east end. I'm sure I missed someone but as you can see there's plenty choices.

In case you are planning a visit and looking for added value check out the summer value package that we are offering at The Tremont House. This will be available through Galveston.com beginning July 1 through Aug. 28 (Sunday - Thursday only). This package includes complimentary valet parking, a $30 dining credit and a welcome gift from the hotel. The Tremont is located downtown and is within walking distance of plenty of shops, restaurants and attractions. I do a lot of my own shopping downtown and I always find great clothes, shoes and gift items. My husband and I will often people watch on The Strand.

Well that's it for now. Stay cool and get out and enjoy Galveston.

Christine Hopkins is director of communications for G-1 Corporation, an affiliate of Mitchell Historic Properties. She does public relations for the historic hotels in Galveston including the Hotel Galvez, Tremont House and Harbor House. She was born and raised in Galveston. She and her husband Hud love and appreciate island living.

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