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Things to Do:

     *   Check out the historic Strand district and explore the many and varied antique and specialty shops.  www.thestrand.com

     *   Go to Pier 21 to view the 1900 storm presentation and then explore the Elissa Tall Ship

*  Visit Moody Gardens and experience a tropical rainforest, a planetarium and an aquarium all housed in impressive, gleaming pyramids.

*   Tour the fabulous historic mansions.

*    Splash your way through Schlitterbahn Water Park

*    Enjoy the ambiance of the Grand Opera House  or the Strand Theater

*    View the impressive display of vintage aircraft at the Texas Aviation Museum

*    Do the Beach thing .

*    Charter a fishing boat.

*    Golf at the Galveston Isle Municipal Golf Course.

*    Take in the ocean view at any of the pier or seawall restaurants.

OR

*    Do nothing at all!!!

Spring Events

"Hairspray"   At The Grand This Weekend It's here! The Tony Award-winning production of "Hairspray" makes its encore at The Grand 1894 Opera House with two incredible performances on Saturday, March 13, at 3 and 8 pm. Baltimore's Tracy Turnblad - a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart - wins a spot on the local TV dance program is transformed from outsider to irrepressible teen celebrity. Sponsored in part by Galveston.com & Company, this musical is BIG fun! "Irresistable! Fresh, winning and deliriously tuneful!" says The New York Times. ...   Home & Garden Show   March 13-14 The 22nd Annual Galveston Home & Garden Show will return to The Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort, March 13 & 14, 2010. The annual benefit for the Galveston Island Humane Society, the Home & Garden Show is a showcase of goods and services available for the home, inside and out. Furnishings, pools and spas, contractors, kitchen gadgets, interior designers, elevators, plants, landscape designers, and pet supplies will be featured in more than 100 booths and exhibits. The show is an ideal opportunity to see the latest in home improvements and to meet local suppliers. ..   Music on The Strand March 13th   With Irie Time Don't miss Music Night on the Strand, every second Saturday of the month, March thru October. The event occurs at Saengerfest Park, 23rd & Strand. Music Night on The Strand returns for another season beginning Saturday, March 13th. The event will feature the island-style reggae tunes of "Irie Time." ...   Inaugural Food & Wine Festival Debuts April 16-17   Sponsored in Part by Galveston.com & Company Historic downtown Galveston will be the site for the inaugural Galveston Island Food and Wine Festival on April 16 -17. This two-day event includes an invitation only Chaîne black tie dinner on Friday and a public wine tasting event on Saturday from 2:30  5:30 p.m. in Saengerfest Park, 23rd and Strand. Festival tickets go are on sale now at galvest on.com/foodandwine/.

A Sample Weekend Itinerary:

Friday

After  checking into your luxurious accommodations,

Head to the beach for a refreshing swim

Then,  check  out all the great dining options on the Seawall

 A stroll on the beach would be the perfect ending to your special evening

Saturday

Enjoy a relaxing delicious breakfast sharing stories with your fellow guests.

Go to the Seawall and board the “Duck” for a Tour of the island and its attractions

For a true taste of historical Galveston, visit one of the Broadway Beauties – Moody Mansion, Ashton Villa or Bishop’s Palace

Have a leisurely lunch on the water while watching the dolphins cavorting in the bay

Check out all the fun shops on the Strand

For a romantic dining experience, choose from one of several highly rated restaurants

Then, if you’re still able, peruse the Strand to participate in the nightlife at various local hotspots

OR, if it’s the Grand Opera House Season – take in a great show at a remarkable venue

Sunday

After another scrumptious breakfast  

Go to Moody Gardens and explore the undersea life in the Aquarium pyramids or aboveground vegetation in the Rainforest pyramid or view a 3D movie in the Discovery Pyramid

Time to go, but you still have lots of fun activities to see on a return visit

Texas Aviation Museum

Schlitterbahn waterpark

Fishing off the pier or one of the party boats

Golfing

Tour the Oil Rig

Bicycling on the Seawall

Surfing or jetskiing

Taste all the wonderful food served up at other unique Galveston Restaurants

www.galveston.com

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