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Getting to Galveston

Z Limo from IAH to Galveston

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Z Limousine took me from IAH to Galveston in a Lincoln Continental.

I love cruising from Galveston. That’s the whole reason I started a blog about it. However, there is one major problem. Neither Houston airport is particularly convenient to the island. George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) is my preferred airport, and it is even further from the island than is Hobby (HOU). Happily, I’m writing this in a Z Limousine Lincoln Continental from IAH to Galveston. They are an excellent private car company which provides a lot of options for getting to your cruise.

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Galveston Oasis Class itineraries

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Allure of the Seas Galveston itineraries will feature a regular rotation of Roatan, Costa Maya, and Cozumel.

Royal Caribbean announced last week that the Allure of the Seas, an Oasis Class ship, will sail from Galveston. Galveston Cruise Reviews has closely monitored the release of the actual schedules. Now, things are official. The first Galveston Oasis Class sailing will be November 4, 2021. Allure of the Seas will sail a 4 night cruise to Cozumel. Starting November 10, Allure of the Seas Galveston itineraries will feature regular runs to Roatan, Costa Maya, and Cozumel. We also expect an additional ship to sail from Galveston.

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Allure of the Seas Galveston!

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This is an artist’s rendering of the new Galveston Terminal 3. Royal Caribbean has already announced that the Allure of the Seas, an Oasis Class ship, will sail from it in November 2021. The pier will also be built to handle the forthcoming Icon Class.

Royal Caribbean formally announced this week that the Allure of the Seas, an Oasis Class ship, will be sailing from Galveston. Sailings begin November 2021. The Allure is one of the largest ships at sea, and her proportions are truly massive. What should Texas cruisers expect?

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Galveston City Council to consider Terminal 3

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I reported yesterday that the Port of Galveston was considering the final agreement with Royal Caribbean for Terminal 3. The Port approved that agreement. Today, the Galveston City Council will also vote on the agreement. Specifically, item 12(B) on today’s agenda has the city attorney asking for permission to sign the agreement.

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Port of Galveston voting on deal with Royal Caribbean for third terminal

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Port of Galveston officials are set to vote today on the details of a Cruise Terminal 3 in Galveston. If approved, look for Royal to announce soon an Oasis Class ship sailing from Galveston.

Port of Galveston officials are set to vote later today on the details of a third cruise terminal. Set to be built with Royal Caribbean, the new Terminal 3 would significantly expand cruise options from Galveston. Specifically, look for the addition of an Oasis Class ship sailing from Galveston in Fall 2021. What, specifically, is in the deal the Port is voting on?

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