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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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When we start discussing vacation plans with our daughters they always talk about our vacation trip when we stayed at Casa del Mar . My wife is from Mexico so normally that is where we go to visit family and we use vacation as a chance to reconnect with them. However, one year we decided to be a bit...
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Traveling with young children can be fun if you plan ahead. The first thing you want to do is to book a suite with a full kitchen. This will not only save you money on eating out but will keep you sane. When your kids (or you) are tired you can go back to your condo and get a snack or rest so that you...
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As our family of four packed for our trip to Kauai, I was looking forward to a lying on a beach and working on my suntan. Little did I know what my two teenage children had in store. After checking into our resort condo in Kauai , our teenagers who had done all their research online, informed us that...
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Breathtaking sunsets, miles of beautiful blue ocean and cascading waterfalls make Kauai, Hawaii one of the most romantic islands for a vacation. I spent seven days on this tropical paradise, and I loved every moment of it - with my new husband. Being adventure lovers, we wanted to make the most of every...