Things I Love About Galveston
By: Robert Stanton - Isle Guy
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
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Galveston is undeniably one of the best cities in the United States. Here are the things that I love about the island. We’d like to hear what floats your boat as well. Please leave a comment … thanks!
- Its laid-back atmosphere.
- Its eccentric denizens.
- Hole in the wall nightclubs
- Beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, current seaweed notwithstanding
- Small-town atmosphere. We acknowledge each other.
- Great seafood.
- Birds rule – they’re everywhere.
- Political intrigue – you never know what’s behind the next political move.
- Fishing spots
- The tall ship ELISSA
- Moody Gardens, with its myriad of activities
- Schlitterbahn Water Park
- Great eateries, like Mosquito Café, Shrimp & Stuff, Pier 21, Clary’s Seafood, and Rudy & Paco
- Galveston.com, your online guide to everything Galveston
- Live music venues like B. Jigger’s at the Holiday Inn, and Crow’s on The Strand
- Our main one-way streets – Avenues O and P
- The island’s charm
- The Strand
- The cruise ships and the Port of Galveston
- UTMB
- ArtWalk in the heart of the historic downtown district
- Dickens on The Strand
- Mardi Gras! Galveston
- McGuire Dent Recreation Center at Menard Park
- Our historic churches
- Juneteenth
- Our rich history
- Galvestonians are a hardy breed, survivors in every sense of the word. Witness Hurricanes Carla, Alicia and Ike.
- Fresh seafood markets like Katie’s at Pier 19
- Strolling by the shrimp and fishing boats docked at Pier 19
- The East End, with its beautiful historical homes
- Bishop’s Palace, Moody Mansion and St. Patrick Catholic Church
- The Spot, H20 and Float bars on Seawall Boulevard
- Our wonderful clean air
- Our beautiful balmy weather
- Our air conditioning businesses
- Rosenberg Library
- Jack Johnson Park at Old Central Cultural Center
- Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
- The Galvez and San Luis hotels, which have the best pools in town.
- Premiere Cinema, off 89th and Seawall Boulevard.
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Article written by Robert Stanton - Isle Guy
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