My family had a fantastic time on the dolphin tour. There were 8 of us ranging in age from 2 to 83…read more We took the 10 am tour and were able to see numerous dolphins and learned many facts from the captain. My 2 and 3 year old grandsons were given a chance to sit with the captain and "steer" the boat. What a treat!!

An Amazing Birthday Celebration with Captain Kent!…read more What a wonderful way to celebrate a birthday! We had such an incredible time on the BayWatch Dolphin Tour, and Captain Kent made the experience extra special. He was so knowledgeable, friendly, entertaining, and engaging throughout the entire tour. You could tell he genuinely enjoyed what he was doing, and he made sure everyone had a great experience. Seeing the dolphins in their natural habitat was absolutely beautiful, and Captain Kent did a fantastic job helping us spot them and sharing interesting information along the way. This wasn't just a boat ride--it became a special birthday memory that we will always treasure! Thank you, Captain Kent, for making the birthday celebration so much fun and memorable. We would absolutely recommend BayWatch Dolphin Tours to anyone visiting Galveston, and we will definitely be back! Five stars all the way!

If you're looking to do a harbor tour and dolphin watch this is the one you want to do. The tour…read morestarts with a brief talk about the Elissa then moves into the harbor channel where dolphins are abundant. We happened to catch them in the middle of a mating ritual! They took us around the cruise terminals, pointed out several things about Pelican Island and the oil rig museum. Right around to Sea Wolf Park and to the concrete ship. The crew were knowledgeable and entertaining. We've been to Galveston several times and can't believe we didn't do this before.

We went to Elissa as part of the Dickens on the Strand festival and it was our favorite part of the…read morefestival! Of course it's open other times too. It was clean, amazingly fun to see all the spaces. If you have a baby you'll want to baby wear them. Strollers can't go below deck because it's stairs. We took kids 2+ years old and it was possible and functional for them. Some of the stairs are tight or small spaces but you don't have to take the smallest stair you can take one main stair down and then back up. The crew were so kind and helpful! The atmosphere was light and jolly. We have a delightful time. There is a bathroom in their gift shop and benches by the gift shop for anyone who needs to sit. There is also parking just there near it, paid is what we used, not sure about unpaid. Worth every penny!

Fabulous show the food was great and the scenery was fabulous I would definitely recommendread more

June 11, 2022 DINNER…read moreCRUISE (Asian buffet) Windy so we couldn't sail, BUMMED to say the least; this is NOT a cheap event $83 and that's the senior citizen discounted one! The food was meh... Mongolian beef that was pepper steak tender but no flavor, honey garlic chicken w/charred scallions (tasted a bit of garlic, no scallions) teriyaki salmon w/pineapple relish (baked salmon no teriyaki or relish) coconut shrimp (they ran out of the spicy mango sauce and there were no other sauce options) fried rice that wasn't fried, steamed veggies, mango cheesecake (tasted regular no mango anything) NO ASIAN flare at all. No spice or flavor Nice crew. Captain came out and explained winds and introduced himself. There was an open bar (we didn't partake) and a DJ that played 80's music. For 2 hours we sat on a docked boat. Sunset was mostly blocked by clouds... just a bust all the way around. IF the winds are 25 knots are higher... No sail. Winds tonight 27 (take note) They will allow you to reschedule if boat can't sail, but we took off work to do this soo Overall opinion... IF there's no wind...25 knots are less... you can sail but, the food (albeit plentiful) was like eating at Luby's. So, I'm just NOT recommending it, too iffy

Loved it. Out tour guide gave us a lot of history of Galveston and my son completely loves the tour…read moreand going into the water.

Actually enjoyed this tour! It was a great way to see the city and learn its history other than…read morejust going from land to water.

Our Carnival Breeze cruise was a fun trip, with a great mix of entertainment, activities, dining,…read moreand time to relax. Our cruise director was Adam, and his signature "Cheerio!" became one of the little things we'll remember from the trip. Our cabin steward was wonderful. He introduced himself within an hour of our room opening, quickly brought the blue blanket and fan I requested, cleaned our room daily, made the bed, brought fresh towels, and left towel animals. He was always friendly, remembered my name, and even noticed and reported a balcony leak that maintenance fixed within 24 hours. Our head server in the Blush Dining Room, Phung, and her assistants, Idewa and Gerald, were fantastic. They were attentive, fast, and especially patient with our kids. Phung went above and beyond, even recommending Filipino food available off the regular menu. The main dining room food was decent and, in my opinion, better than the buffet. One thing to note is that there was no lobster or escargot offered in the main dining room during our cruise. Food options are plentiful. The buffet is always packed. Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina are included/free (BlueIguana also has some paid options), and both can have long lines. Bagels at Sea is worth the wait--the bagels are small, but you can order multiple. The line may be short but can move slowly. Pig & Anchor is included/free, but it was mediocre and definitely not Texas BBQ. Overall, the food is okay, but there's something for everyone. I purchased the CHEERS! Zero Proof package and thought it was worth it. It includes mocktails, specialty coffees, sodas, energy drinks, and milkshakes. There's a 10-minute wait between drinks. The package is cheaper to purchase before the cruise, and not every adult in the cabin has to purchase it. The Carnival Hub app was extremely useful throughout the cruise. We could check the daily itinerary, activity times, and hours for restaurants, shops, pools, shows, and different areas throughout the ship. It also allows you to chat with your companions on the cruise for $5 per person for the entire cruise, not $5 per day. You can purchase the chat feature for multiple people through one account as long as you add them as companions. There is something to do for everyone of all ages, whether you want to relax, participate in activities, or meet and have fun with other cruisers. There were also fun theme nights that gave everyone a chance to dress up, participate, and enjoy the evening together. We also heard about a hidden spot on Deck 9 at the front of the ship, but unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to check it out. One thing to keep in mind: food isn't allowed in the Ovation Theater or casino areas--drinks only. There are separate smoking and non-smoking casinos on different floors, though the non-smoking casino is much smaller. Also, tea time is only offered on sea days, so plan accordingly if you want to attend! Overall, the crew, service, activities, and variety made this a trip to remember. Until next time, Carnival Breeze! We're off to the next ship and the next adventure.

The BREEZE needs to be put DOWN... Take her to the Bone Yard!…read moreCarnival asked for feedback after our cruise, so here it is. SHIP / OVERALL EXPERIENCE: The ship's layout is horrible, and the Breeze is OLD, rusty, and in serious disrepair. It desperately needs TLC and honestly feels like it should have been dry-docked years ago. We heard the same thing OUT LOUD from many other guests. The SEWER SMELL throughout the ship was absolutely awful -- one of the worst parts of the entire trip. There were also far too many rude, disruptive guests with very little staff intervention. Kids were farting in elevators and laughing, running downstairs to repeat it in the next elevator, screaming through hallways, and knocking on cabin doors and running. We reported this several times. One staff member actually told us they "can't/don't say anything because then we won't get tips." At Guy's Burger Joint, 20+ teenage boys cut directly to the ordering point in a very long line. Guests were furious. The Carnival employee saw the entire thing and did NOTHING. A fight started -- and he still just watched. There was ZERO beverage service in the casino. Check our records -- we barely had anything to drink (in there), although we sure DONATED plenty of money! An ADULT defecated in the pool. Everyone had to be evacuated. Absolutely disgusting. FASTER TO THE FUN was basically useless. Our ticket reflected boarding between 8:00-9:00, yet we were not allowed to board until after 11:00. During debarkation, we were simply placed in line with everyone else, pass or no pass. The only real benefit was the Guest Services line, which we needed because of several issues, including problems with the HUB App. Drink quality was wildly inconsistent around the ship. The same drink tasted completely different from bar to bar, with no apparent recipe standard. Some alcohol tasted like cheap rubbing alcohol. The late-night Lido "buffet" felt much more like a continental breakfast/snack setup than what was promoted. The final TWO days became nonstop begging for survey scores, especially in dining areas: "Please take the survey," jokes about "10 being good," etc. It became exhausting and uncomfortable. This did NOT come from our dining room servers. Carnival also refused to let us bring bottled water onboard because of "reducing plastic," yet one of the first things we saw in our stateroom was bottled water in PLASTIC for $4.50 each. That felt incredibly hypocritical. TEAM MEMBERS WHO DESERVE RECOGNITION: Our room steward, HASTO, was wonderful -- kind, polite, low-key in the best way, and simply a good human. Dining Room: RASMUDI, ROWAN, and TENDAI were outstanding. They were kind, efficient, gracious, and genuinely served with heart. They knew how to "read the room," meet guests where they were, and never made us feel uncomfortable if we didn't care for something. They simply offered another option or accommodated a special request. THEY are why we returned every night. Rasmudi is also an excellent team leader. He was always respectful and kind to Rowan and Tendai -- never demanding. Guests notice that too. And yes, Rasmudi, you ARE funny! SERENITY / "LADIES NIGHT": We were sold a special "Ladies Night" experience beginning at 8:00. My adult daughter and I arrived early and were excited. While waiting, we watched a male employee remove champagne glasses upside down from a container, swipe each glass across his SHIRT to flip it, then place it on the counter -- repeatedly. Gross. He then poured mimosas. My daughter accepted one; it contained a tiny amount of champagne and was filled to the brim with orange juice. He clearly did not know the ratio. At 8:00, more ladies arrived. Staff began whispering and scattering around while everyone sat wondering when the event would begin. Three additional women arrived unprepared and were encouraged to return to their staterooms to change, while everyone who arrived ON TIME was expected to sit and wait. Then came a sales pitch disguised as "relax and enjoy your time." By 8:20, the event still had not started. We finally left. Staff stared at us, then at one another. It felt disorganized, childish, and disrespectful of everyone's time. HUB APP: Carnival already knows the HUB App has problems. FIX IT. There was much more, but the bottom line is simple: this was NOT a good cruise experience. The wonderful individuals named above deserve recognition, but they were bright spots in an experience that was otherwise deeply disappointing.

The airboat fits six people plus a driver which is great because we had five adults…read more First, you pay as soon as you get in the boat and yes, he takes credit cards. I'd leave anything valuable in the car. Just take yourself, a way to pay, and your camera. Also you might want a light jacket if its only 70 degrees because the speed of the boat will make it feel more like 50. The airboat goes slow out past the fancy houses until you pass a certain marker and then you can go fast. Capt. Hal makes you wear ear muffs.. the sound reduction kind, to protect your hearing. A good thing. The motor is so loud you can't hear anyone talk anyways. When you get out to the marshy areas there's all kinds of birds. Crazy pink birds, white herons, plovers, pelicans, ibises, other birds I don't know. LOTS of birds. Its very cool. We also saw sting rays in their natural habitat in the shallow water. Cost is 35 per adult and money well spent. I wasn't sure how my 60 something parents would enjoy the air boat but my mom and dad were totally grinning. They LOVED it. So if you need something cool to do in Galveston, make reservations a week in advance and go try to the air boat. You'll have a great time!

we had a great trip on the airboat. Hal was very easy to communicate with and very accommodating…read morewith our time as there was a storm coming in. We were able to get our ride in before the storm. It's a great airboat ride, especially for families with children. He stops and tells you about the birds and things in the water. Just make sure that you have cash to pay for your ride as he said his credit card machine sometimes doesn't work. We would go on this airboat tour again.

The strand was good and lots of information from the tickets seller for the dolphin tours. We…read morelearned that they just came back from New York. They will be open in a few weeks.

Did you know that Galveston, Texas used to be the "Ellis Island" of the South? Immigrants from all…read moreover the world would come through Galveston and either move into central Texas via the railroads (hence the large German and Czech populations of Texas Hill country and Oklahoma) or they'd take the Mississippi River North towards Illinois and Iowa or branch off into Tennessee. Galveston used to be a bustling, metropolitan and diverse city with languages from all over the world being spoken here. When the East Coast talked of limiting immigration, especially to Jews fleeing Russian pogroms, New York financier and philanthropist Jacob Schiff and Galveston's B'nai Israel's Rabbi Henry Cohen spearheaded the Galveston Plan to reroute Jewish immigrants from the East Coast to Texas. There was a substantial fear that the poverty, overcrowding and cultural differences in Jewish immigrant neighborhoods would increase anti-Semitic frustrations on the East Coast, which would then lead to immigration restrictions on Jews. While some Jews fleeing pogroms fled to Palestine, tens of thousands of them came to Galveston to settle in the South and Midwest. Not only was Galveston a place for freedom for immigrants fleeing persecution abroad, Galveston was an important stop on runaway slaves' path to Mexico or even Northern states that had outlawed slavery. I didn't know any of this before visiting this museum. The museum at this historic seaport was incredibly informative and so well done. Our ticket came with entry to the museum and access to the tall ship Elissa and we paid for an add-on of the Galveston harbor tour in a boat. It was an excellent tour, the ship was actively being trained on and restored while we were there and the museum was fantastic. Highly recommended! Visited November 2025

What a blast! To start, Nathan was very polite and friendly, explained everything about the plane,…read moreand happily answered every question I had, and I was very inquisitive. The ride itself was about 45 minutes long, the weather was beautiful, and we circled over many of the tourist and historical spots. Yes, a headset would have been nice but he also had explained our route and the landmarks before we took off. And, I could see where a headset would be distracting if someone talked nonstop, I would prefer him to pay attention to what is going on rather than entertain me. I thoroughly enjoyed my ride and would not hesitate to do it again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

If you can't define 'memorable fun', you can count on these folks to do that for you. Being in the…read moreair over Galveston Island in a cool plane is a fabulous way to enjoy your time in the area. The pilots are smart, friendly and competent... you sit in the front row and experience the open-air biplane excitement that should be on your bucket list... take a friend, a child you need to entertain, a lovely lady/gentleman for Valentine's Day or any special day (or even for a mental health day for yourself) . Mardi Gras is coming up and you might just have some time leftover from the excitement of that to enjoy the vision of Galveston from the air. My best friend and I took the ride and won't ever forget it! As an aside, I would also recommend cruise ship passengers who scheduled too much time to set up an appointment for this. It will be worth it.

Wow! I have not been to Galveston in YEARS, probably decades!!! But was looking for something fun…read moreto do with my mom for Mother's Day weekend and stumbled across this business. The staff were extremely nice and friendly! They were accommodating to walk in like us and gave us instructions on how and where to drive. DO NOT DRIVE ON THE MAIN STREET (BROADWAY) lol. You will need your DL and insurance policy number for the rental. The vintage whip was fun to drive while feeling the island breeze. It can definitely get bumpy; at times, I felt like I was driving a school bus lol. But this was absolutely a fun and pleasure! Highly recommend. I also think it's affordable, $60 for 1 hour, that was all we needed. We spent time at the Seawall too.

This was SO much fun!! My family grew up and lived on Galveston Island, so when we came to visit my…read moreparents thought it would be a great idea to rent one of the small buggies and drive it around to show us their old stomping grounds. The buggies were fun to drive in and a great, and very cute way to get around town! The rental process was easy and the couple running the shop were kind and showed us how to do everything. I highly recommend if you're visiting the area to do this with friends/family!