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2. Hotel Galvez - Wikipedia

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   Galveston civic leaders began plans to build the Hotel Galvez in 1898, after a fire destroyed another large hotel overlooking the beach, (the Beach Hotel). After the devastating Hurricane of 1900 , which killed approximately 6,000 Galveston Island residents and leveled most of the buildings on the island, the plans accelerated, in order to draw ...

3. Beach Hotel (Galveston) - Wikipedia

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   The Beach Hotel was a seasonal resort in Galveston, Texas. Designed by architect Nicholas J. Clayton, it was built in 1882 at a price of US$260,000 (US$8.21 million in today's terms) to cater to vacationers. Owned by William H. Sinclair, the hotel opened on July 4, 1883, and was destroyed by a mysterious fire in 1898. [1] [2] [3]

4. Seawall Boulevard - Wikipedia

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   It runs along the Gulf coast waterfront of the island near the main parts of the city, and is the longest, continuous sidewalk in the United States at 10.3 miles long. It is named for the Galveston Seawall built along the beaches. Seawall Boulevard is home to several hotels and entertainment venues including the famous Hotel Galvez.

5. 6 Most Affordable Travel Destinations To Visit in January - AOL

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   While hotel prices run $120 per night at beachfront lodging. Vacation travel packages start at $400 per person, including round-trip flights and a two-night stay. 4.

6. 7 Most Affordable Beach Vacations After Labor Day - AOL

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   Galveston Island has around 32 miles of gulf beaches. The city itself has plenty to do as well, from haunted hotels to local dining options to museums. Costs are fairly reasonable after Labor Day ...

7. Moody Gardens - Wikipedia

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   Moody Gardens, established in 1986 by The Moody Foundation, is a non-profit attraction in Galveston, Texas, that includes a hotel and a golf course. Moody Gardens features three main pyramid attractions: the Aquarium Pyramid, which is one of the largest in the region and holds many species of fish and other marine animals; the Rainforest Pyramid, which contains tropical plants, animals, birds ...