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CRUISING FROM GALVESTON? YOUR GUIDE TO TOP THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOUR CRUISE! #Carnival

Just Ramblin' Around
Just Ramblin' Around
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❀️ Best for CoupleCaribbeanFrom GalvestonFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We are leaving the Pacific Northwest and heading down south to Texas, more specifically Galveston Island in Texas.

It was a lot of fun. We would tell you if it wasn't.

I think we're moving to Texas. Yeah, Texas. Here we come.

The spot hits the spot. Let me tell you, the spot hits the spot.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Stay at Harbor House Hotel for convenience and ship views.
βœ“Visit 'The Spot' for happy hour drinks and food.
βœ“Take the trolley for cheap and easy transportation around Galveston.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting around Galveston without Uber/Lyft β€” Use hotel shuttles, trolley ($1 per ride), or private drivers like Kim.
Finding good food and drinks affordably β€” Visit 'The Spot' for happy hour deals and local breweries for cheap beers.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the top things to do before a cruise from Galveston?
QWhere should I stay in Galveston before my cruise?
QHow can I get around Galveston cheaply?
QWhat are good dining and drinking spots in Galveston?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Galveston4 Happy Bacon
Top: Baywatch Dolphin Tour ($28 a piece)
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YouTube Video Description↓

We'll show you 5 Top Locations and attractions to make your stay on Galveston Island the best! Hotels, restaurants, dolphin tours and many other local attractions will give you ideas on how to make the most of your time when cruising out of this cruise port. Here's a link to the Baywatch Dolphin Tour: https://www.viator.com/tours/Galveston/Baywatch-Dolphin-Tour/d4385-350871P1?medium=link&pid=P00276763&mcid=42383 Here's the phone number for Cruzin' Transportation with Kim - Please Text! 832-512-6009 Start your day at the Carnival Cruise Port, where the ships line up against a backdrop of history and coastal charm. Just steps away, hop aboard a Baywatch Dolphin Tour for an exciting boat ride through Galveston Bay β€” you’ll spot playful dolphins, historic oil rigs, and even WWII battleships along the way. Stay close to the action at the Harbor House Hotel, perched right on the waterfront with amazing harbor views. Then enjoy fresh Gulf seafood and sunset drinks at Willie G’s Seafood & Steaks, just next door. Take a stroll down The Strand, Galveston’s historic district filled with boutique shops, art galleries, and 19th-century architecture that tells the story of the island’s golden age. Don’t miss the famous Galveston Seawall on the south side β€” a 10-mile stretch of coastal walkway lined with beaches, ocean breezes, and stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico. For a bit of fun, head to Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, where you’ll find carnival-style rides, midway games, and family fun right over the water. Wrap up your day at The Spot, a popular beachfront bar and grill serving up burgers, seafood, and cocktails with a view. Whether you’re cruising, sightseeing, or just soaking up the island vibe, Galveston has something for everyone β€” making it the perfect start (or end) to your Carnival cruise adventure! πŸ“ Locations Featured: * Carnival Cruise Port of Galveston * Baywatch Dolphin Tours * Harbor House Hotel * Willie G’s Seafood & Steaks * The Strand Historic District * The Galveston Seawall * Pleasure Pier * The Spot Bar & Restaurant ✨ #JustRamblinAround #GalvestonTexas #CarnivalCruise #TexasCoast #TravelVlog List of Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:10 Drive to Buc-ees 5:10 Harbor House Hotel 7:20 Dolphin Cruise 10:10 Trolley to Seawall 11:00 The Spot 16:00 Pleasure Pier 17:30 Neighborhood Walk Back to Hotel 21:00 Willie G's Happy Hour 22:20 The Strand 24:50 Wrap-Up Our Equipment: GoPro5 : https://amzn.to/3W706JP GoPro10 : https://amzn.to/3JoNRRt Nikon Z30 : https://amzn.to/4d2bOvo Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra DJI Mini 2 Our Software and Subscription Services: https://share.epidemicsound.com/cyumoq Adobe Premier Pro Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator πŸŽ‰πŸŽˆπŸ₯³Please subscribe to our channel to stay in touch so we can share what we are up to!πŸ•πŸŒ‹πŸŒ… https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYptpWdN5KNCq5pwdvGNrhQ?sub_confirmation=1 Website: www.justramblinaround.com Facebook: Just Ramblin Around Instagram: @justrambinaround Email: jrawithronandjodi@gmail.com Hi Ramblers! We are Ron & Jodi. You may have seen us brewery hopping & Rv'ing in the Pacific Northwest, sunset chasing in Hawaii or cruising to Alaska and the Caribbean but we're always just ramblin' around. We believe in the beauty of spontaneous day trips and have a passion for planning the vacation of a lifetime. We hope our travel vlogs and reviews help you with planning your next adventure. Join us as we take you from extended RV Vacations outside the PNW to our own backyard exploring the Cascade Mountain Range, the high desert, Washington and Oregon's scenic coastline and our beautiful national parks. When we take a break from the RV lifestyle we travel to beautiful destinations and hop aboard luxurious cruise ships destined for Alaska and the Caribbean. We will take you on our vacations for an immersive travel experience. There are many videos to watch and help you decide how to spend your time in the PNW and beyond! This video is intended for entertainment purposes. All content herein should be considered anecdotal and not considered for informational purposes. All video participants will not be liable for any intentional or unintentional action or harm, physical or economic resulting from any content from the "Just Ramblin Around" YouTube channel to include but not limited to, this video.