A collection of picturesque sand beaches and a historic downtown with world-class shopping and recreation make Galveston a happening Texan destination. Known worldwide for cruise ships, the city is ranked as the number one cruise port on the Gulf Coast.

It offers exciting cruise options with a wide range of elegant Galveston vacation rentals to attract the visitors.

With state-of-the-art amenities for their guests, Galveston vacation house rentals emerge as refined choices of accommodation in the city. Visitors can explore unusual entertainment and recreation activities in Galveston. Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn and the Lone Star Flight Museum are some worth visiting attractions in the city. The Strand National Historic Landmark District is a shopping destination in the city featuring a collection of more than one hundred shops, boutiques, restaurants and art galleries to tempt the visitors. Those who seek to experience the Texan lifestyle can also visit the cities of Houston, Surfside Beach and Bayou Vista..

Take along your kids to visit the Moody Gardens in Galveston, which features an amazing 10-story Rainforest and Discovery Pyramid. Another unusual attraction in the place is an Aquarium Pyramid which facilitates watching complex marine environments from four different oceans of the world. Moreover, the spectacular IMAX 3D experience will leave you breathless. Schlitterbahn Waterpark is another favorite tourist destination that can be visited during your stay at Galveston condo rentals. The place has everything from uphill water coasters, water slides, kid's playgrounds, whitewater rapids, wave pools and the Boogie Bahn surf ride.

Those with a penchant for art and history should explore the plethora of museums and other places of historical significance. Galveston County Historical Museum, Mardi Gras Museum and Seawolf Park afford a sneak peek into the past of Galveston. The place has a unique medley of historic, architectural, natural and recreational wonders. Families seeking to spend their holidays in true Texan style can escape to luxurious vacation rentals in Galveston and let the fun begin.