-
CASA DEL MAR RESORT When we planned our family vacation to Galveston we wanted to stay somewhere close to the beach, with a beautiful view, yet still affordable. With Casa del Mar we got all three, plus it was easy to find. All we had to do was drive into Galveston, exit on Broadway, turn right on 61st...
-
Why pack a suitcase--just stuff a few pairs of shorts, couple of t-shirts, sandals, tennis shoes and some towels and sunscreen in an overnight bag, and head off for sun, sand and surf! I live about 4 1/2 hours from Galveston , which is great when I want to take an impulsive getaway weekend. We try to...
-
The image of teenagers doing the "Carolina Shag" to the tune of Hank Ballard's "Shagging on the Grand Strand" definitely evokes memories of the beach classic "Shag." When "Shag" first debuted in 1989, it was not destined for cinematic greatness. However, the...
-
Mention Galveston, Texas and many people would remember the name from one of the classic rock songs where it appeared. Mention that it's actually an island and some people may do a double take. Yes, Galveston is in fact an island, and not just that but an island with literally thousands of things...
-
I remember going fishing in Galveston with my dad when I was just a kid. Traveling south on 61st Street, that last hill you have to drive over just before you could see the beach was more suspenseful than any roller coaster drop. I knew full well that there were two things to expect- choppy water that...
-
Galveston was discovered by Spanish explorers in 1523, but it's being re-discovered today by thousands of tourists who have flocked to its peaceful shores. Once they arrive, they find all kinds of activities just waiting for them, both on and off the water. Parakarting - Galveston has all the usual...
-
Myrtle Beach,South Carolina is one of the most popular travel destinations in the U.S. and Canada,and is also becoming a favorite for foreign travelers.One of the main reasons for this surge in popularity is that Myrtle Beach offers so many activities at affordable prices for people of all ages. One...
-
Myrtle Beach is the number one drive to vacation destination in the United States. While vacationing there, many people are drawn to the nightlife, which ranges from the simple and quaint, to the high-energy and high tech. Those wishing to take in a show can visit the House of Blues, near Barefoot Landing...
-
You're a traveler, and you like to leave your footprint wherever you go. But sometimes, you just don't want to leave it where others have already left prints before you! If you are the type of traveler who wants to leave tracks on places other than just the beach, a trip to the seaside town of...
-
If you are considering a trip to Kauai but aren't sure if it's an appropriate vacation for the whole family then guess no more. Our guide to Kauai provides great tips on how your family can have an eventful, but stress free vacation. Kauai, known as "The Garden Isle" is not only breath...
-
Galveston was discovered by Spanish explorers in 1523, but it's being re-discovered today by thousands of tourists who have flocked to its peaceful shores. Once they arrive, they find all kinds of activities just waiting for them, both on and off the water. Parakarting - Galveston has all the usual...
-
When I say "Guess where we're going?" My kids don't yell Disneyland, they holler "Galveston! We're going to Galveston!" A little paradise that's synonymous to amusement park, beach, water rides, fishing, swimming, snorkeling, dolphin watching, and eating in the middle...