Galveston Island has been a perennial beach vacation for decades, especially for those who live in nearby Houston. More than ...

Mardi Gras in Galveston, Texas is the third-largest Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S. It's two weeks of parades, live music, parties, food, and more.

The greatest thing about winter in Texas is it’s short. By March, the weather starts to warm. Then, the state bursts into ...

Catherine Parker For travelers in Houston long enough to squeeze in a day trip, head to Galveston. Located 50 miles southeast of Houston, Galveston is a barrier island on the Texas Gulf Coast that ...

If you're planning to attend Galveston's Mardi Gras festivities, you'll want to do more than plan out an outfit. You'll also need to avoid new traffic closures, or you could get stuck for hours.

To travel from Galveston Island ... most visitors seem to do – the ferry is the way to go. One of the greatest things about the ferry, which is operated by the Texas Department of Transportation ...

If you prefer public transportation, the closest bus stop is the Galveston Amtrak Bus Stop, just a short walk away from the venue. Additionally, the Galveston Island Trolley stops near The Grand ...

The Galveston Police Department has announced several changes to this year's Mardi Gras celebrations to enhance public safety ...

A recent Galveston City Council meeting renewed the ongoing debate over pet safety versus the island's growing fascination ...

A new study commissioned by the Galveston Park Board of Trustees found that some islanders resent the expansion of the ...