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Discover Kemah Boardwalk: The Gulf Coast’s Premier Waterfront Entertainment Destination

The fun in Kemah at the boardwalk begins at noon, seven days a week. People can pack Texas-sized fun into tiny Kemah, Texas, in a short time. The Kemah Boardwalk is where ocean culture meets yesteryear entertainment with modern twists on Galveston Bay, Texas. Kemah, Texas, covers a whopping 1.8 square miles and is about…

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A Guide to Texas Hurricane Season

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The 2024 hurricane season in Texas lasts six-months, from June 1 to November 30. Storms can potentially form any time of the year. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the 2024 season is expected to be very active, with an 85% chance of being above normal. NOAA predicts that 17 to 25 named…

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Hurricane Beryl Aftermath in Texas

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Hurricane Beryl led to widespread power outages, initially affecting over 2.5 million people. Entergy Texas in a 6 p.m., July 15, Monday update reported that power has been restored to over 96% of its 252,000-plus customers who lost power during Hurricane Beryl. July 15 begins the second week that Centerpoint Energy customers are still without…

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7 Popular Texas Islands

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Craving turquoise water lapping at your toes and the sweet whisper of sea breezes through palm trees? The Lone Star State has you covered with these coastal Texas islands! Ditch the boots for flip-flops, and get ready for real adventure. This isn’t your average island getaway - we’re talking gems promising relaxation, exploration, and memories…

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What Are Blue Dragons on Texas Beaches?

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Spring breakers first spotted blue dragons, or the Glaucus atlanticus sea slug, in early March 2024 on Texas beaches. Blue dragons are brightly colored blue and silver-gray sea slugs with a flat tapered body and blue stripes on their heads.  Blue dragons spend their entire lives in open water and float upside down just under…

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The Best New (or Improved) Texas Hotels

If you're looking for a great hotel to stay in for your Texas weekend getaway, here's a list of the best Texas hotels. You want a hotel to be your all-in destination. You don't want to leave it, so you are not concerned about proximity to a major metropolitan area, but you do want all…

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A Good Time At Galveston’s Mardi Gras

If you've never experienced the Galveston Mardi Gras, you're in for a sweet treat. Imagine: Both sides of the streets lined with fun-loving crowds having a good time; The sound of music (rock, country, reggae, and more) coming from all directions; A wide variety of colorful and interesting costumes parading up and down the street;…

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