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Galveston is a hustling, bustling hub of busi-
ness activity and amusement opportunities.
Two state university branches, Texas A&M
University-Galveston, and the University
of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston’s single
largest employer), as well as Galveston Col-
lege, are located on the Island. Galveston
is also home to world-class attractions like
Moody Gardens (which boasts one of the
world’s largest aquariums) and 32 miles of
sparkling beaches that draw visitors from a
400 mile radius. Add to this an interesting
sprinkling of small businesses which Ross
says are primarily “mom and pop” businesses
that depend on tourism as well as local sup-
port, and you have a picture of the diversity
and character of this charming island on the
Texas Gulf Coast.
Development has not been popular with
all, Ross acknowledges. “There are some that
Hotel Galvezs pool features a swim-up bar, cabanas and hot tub. Photo Credit Robert Mihovil