I'm new to Texas. I've been watching your channel for the past year and I didn't realized how much Texas has to offer! I came from Mississippi/Louisiana.
As a newly transplanted Texan I'm here to tell you Galveston is more beautiful water included than any beach I've experienced on the east coast and I'm speaking NJ clear to Fla
@@heatherjackson5840it is about as good as any other beach in my opinion I've been to north Carolina and Florida beaches and been to the gulf of Mexico in cozumel. I just went on a trip to galveston and it was a nice place nice environment classic Beach vibe. I do like Texas been there a few times as well San Antonio was my favorite but the Beach is the best and seafood.
@@PopsieLouisiana59 LOL. I'm a 67 year old B.O.I. (Born on Island, but spoken as born on THE island) and I remember when what is now Benno's was a Burger Chef. Dad would stop in and pick up a bag full of 12 cent burger like objects, french fries, and cokes for under $5 to feed a family of 4 big eaters. So yeah, Benno's isn't what it used to be. GRIN
@@Grynslvr2 those cheap cafe burgers were the best. That smell of wax paper and the toothpicks holding it together. Our kids will never get to experience that.
I grew up in Houston, and I love Galveston. As a child, we camped overnight on West Beach in the 1950s. There are great ghost tours and historical homes to tour. I love going to Murdochs for souvenir shopping and eating ice cream. Lots of cool shops on the Strand.
That Bishops house is the most lavish Victorian home I've ever seen. Incredible! I would love to see it and the tall ship. Great episode over all Chet!
This video is from June 2011. There is a brief moment of the menu at the "Shrimp n Stuff" restaurant he visits, and those prices are soooo much lower than today's prices. For example, tea was approximately $1.50 back then, but it is now more like $3.50.
I’m a 6 generation native Texan. I was born in Houston(1970) Spent most summers in Galveston. As I got older the rivers of central Texas called me! Then I started moving west into central Texas. Then, work moved me to deep east Texas! Then work moved me all the way into far west Texas! Wow! I found my people and my forever home! I’ve also been to south Texas , but never north Texas! As a native, I’m terrified of tornado alley! I’ve been in several crazy weather thingys in Texas and that’s why I call the place I’m in now, my forever home! No tornadoes or mosquitoes here, but luckily, still in Texas! God bless Texas!
@@FitBabe The built up areas of the island aren't bad as far as mosquitoes. The west end and the far east end, and areas touching the bay are the worst. I live in "Fish Village" (a subdivision so called because the streets are named after fish) just across the Ferry Rd from the east end flats where dredge material from the ship channel has been pumped for years. I get assaulted by them on my way out to my car and always end up with a dozen or so in the vehicle with me. I lived in San Antonio for a while and laughed myself silly because some guy at my mother-in-laws house had to go inside because the mosquitoes were "just horrible" in her back yard. Yep he got bit twice in 3 hours. I still get a chuckle 43 years later.
So happy that you covered “The Face on the Wall”. I’ve seen it at night, however I don’t remember which panel he was in. AND…. You got the story right!
There are reportedly dozens of "faces" on the building, and an article on it in an Austin paper (if memory serves) brought two college students to see them one night. The driver tried to do a 3 point turn where the roadway ended, and backed down UTMB's boat ramp. The vehicle lost traction and slipped into the water. One of the girls got out and the other didn't make it. I was working for the Port Police at the time when I heard the radio call, and my Sgt and I were the first cops on the scene. The vehicle was already on the completely submerged and there were no bubbles to mark it's position. I never felt so helpless in my life. The area is now blocked off and UTMB Police will arrest you if you try to get over there. Stay your goofy butts away. These are merely discolorations on the concrete caused by moisture on an uneven surface and/or impurities in the concrete mix itself. That young lady would have been around 50 by now, but instead she died over something too stupid mention in intelligent company.
Gaido’s is my favorite restaurant to eat at whenever I go to Galveston. It’s so good, right on the Seawall, and has a classy atmosphere but is still family friendly. Moody Gardens was absolutely amazing! Just went last week and it was beautiful and so much to see.
Gaido’s is my ALL TIME FAVORITE! Their bisque, red snapper Michael, and Parmesan tomatoes are sooo delicious! I dream about it and never leave Galveston without stopping to grab a couple quarts of bisque to take home!
We live in Houston. I take one day off in the summer and head down to the beach for a solo day of relaxing. Good food, ocean air….it’s always wonderful. ❤
The beach is still fun despite the water not being blue. That amount of seaweed is not normal occurrence here. We have the Galveston Pier, 2 piers for fishing, great bike riding along the boardwalk, and plenty of restaurants for any palatable taste. Plus, 30min from Galveston is NASA.
Grew up 30 minutes outside of Galveston. Spent my childhood going to the beaches and then later on when I got older, got a job at UTMB. I know the island pretty darn well. People might talk sh*t about the water, but when that's all you have, you appreciate it, brown water & all! PS: We used to be good friends with the previous owner of Shrimp N Stuff, Jim Bennett as well as the folks who owned Fisherman's Wharf!
I love your intros lol. And I also am amazed about how much there is to do in just a couple cities. I didn't even know this much, even though I LIVE in Texas. You know what they say, everything's bigger in Texas. Tnx, daytripler, nice seeing your vids.
@@TheDaytripperI hope all of your crew is still doing fine, excellent teamwork and dynamic right there, shows in the final result! Cheers, good day to all of you folks (including the folks reading this)!
A few things here: 1. before there was pirate Jean Lafitte, there was pirate Louis-Michel Aury 2. the ruins on Harborside with the THC subject marker that people call "Maison Rouge" is NOT Maison Rouge - it's from a structure built much later, after the Civil War. Maison Rouge might have been there, but nobody knows exactly where it really was (despite what the THC subject marker claims). 3. History buffs can visit the Bryan Museum on 21st Street as well. Formerly an orphanage, and before that the site of John Seabrook Sydnor's mansion (which still exists, but in two different parts on 35th Street) 4. Charles Barkley might not understand this, but the brown water is due to natural forces; namely, currents that carry sediment into the Gulf from the Trinity River, the San Jacinto River, and even as far away as the Mississippi. Sorry, folks - not much anyone can do about this. 5. In addition to Benno's and Shrimp and Stuff, Rudy and Paco's downtown is a must for seafood fans. Some folks like Katie's on Harborside, too. 6. While we're on the subject of food, we have three Vietnamese or Asian fusion restaurants worth trying: Pho 20, Pho Tai, and Pirate Island (my personal favorite for pho) 7. On Broadway, Koop's is a good bet for down home comfort food and barbecue. 8. If you fancy an adult beverage, don't miss DTO (Daquiri Time Out), Texas Tail Distillery, and of course our local Galveston Island Brewery. 9. Coffee lovers, check out Red Light, Mod, or Conex Coffee (all good but Conex is my personal favorite). We also have three coffee food trucks - all worth a try as well 10. We have over thirty food trucks here, actually - don't be afraid to try any of them!
You beat me to the punch about the 20th century poured concrete remnants of a house fire NEAR where Maison Rouge was reportedly built. Jean Lafitte didn't have access to a concrete truck in the early 1800's.
Awesome video, makes me miss living here, especially always loved La King's Confectionery, and surprised you didn't show it on the Strand. Guessing it wasn't open while you were there, definitely recommend checking it out to everyone who gets to visit Galveston.
I visited Dallas for the first time EVER and it was PERFECT!! 😍 Definitely my favorite city ever!!!, you should guide us more of where to rent bikes and where exactly does the trinity overlook park starts?
Shrimp and Stuff Downtown is even better. I believe it’s own by the same owner. It’s have more than fried food. One of my favorite places to eat on the island.
P. S. That water was always considered nasty, but us Texas gals knew if we wanted clear skin from pimples and moist fresh skin too…hit the beach! Humidity in Houston is real…salt water heals your face! Most beautiful women are in Texas!
I will also add living in far west Texas where don’t have delicious fresh seafood and that is what I miss the most. I do not miss the humidity or mosquitoes or tornadoes. ❤
Yep, Houston flushes their toilets (meaning all the pollution of the nation's 4th largest city) and complains that the water down stream is polluted. Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi rivers etc dump millions of tons of silt into the Gulf of Mexico in a natural process, and the natural currents sweep it to Galveston, so that Houston can complain that a city of 55,000 should clean it up. Thanks for helping your neighbor to the south by trying to run off visitors. Typical of Houston folks.
Galvaston is gross, and skimboarding is a great way to break ankles and wrists. Maybe it's better to visit when it's not 108 degrees with 60% humidity?
Last time we went to Galveston a few months ago, one of the people in our group's car got stolen, we got run on by some crackheads on the beach by murdoch's, and there was a shooting on the Strand so we had to shelter in place. That island is trash
Lived close to Galveston all my life and can count on my hands and feet the amount of times I’ve been. Not impressed. Live 20 miles away now, definitely never go in the water, only go if I have an appointment. There is one restaurant I absolutely love there is an amazing bakery. Definitely leave before sundown.
why is your sea such an unnerving color? and so many waves? i live in the mediterranean sea and the water is so turquoise and clear. i thought the sea was always beautiful. but yours looks like something that would like to kill you or at least poison you.
I'm new to Texas. I've been watching your channel for the past year and I didn't realized how much Texas has to offer! I came from Mississippi/Louisiana.
Welcome home! 🤠
Same I'm from VA and I now know I can do a multitude of activities and trips and never ever leave the state of texas
Texas is like a whole other country
Our water down here sure is ugly, but Galveston is fun!
Seaweed…….
Nestle Chocolate milk with a hint of sea salt.
Miss'ippi's fault.
As a newly transplanted Texan I'm here to tell you Galveston is more beautiful water included than any beach I've experienced on the east coast and I'm speaking NJ clear to Fla
@@heatherjackson5840it is about as good as any other beach in my opinion I've been to north Carolina and Florida beaches and been to the gulf of Mexico in cozumel. I just went on a trip to galveston and it was a nice place nice environment classic Beach vibe. I do like Texas been there a few times as well San Antonio was my favorite but the Beach is the best and seafood.
OHMYGOSH! I spent one fun and delicious afternoon at Benno's when I was 22.
Now, I'm 60, living in northern Michigan.
Great memories. 💜
Unfortunately Benno's is not what it once was.
Kinda like The Upper peninsula and the beauty cut down and casinos. Had to sell my place up there.
@@PopsieLouisiana59 LOL. I'm a 67 year old B.O.I. (Born on Island, but spoken as born on THE island) and I remember when what is now Benno's was a Burger Chef. Dad would stop in and pick up a bag full of 12 cent burger like objects, french fries, and cokes for under $5 to feed a family of 4 big eaters. So yeah, Benno's isn't what it used to be. GRIN
@@Grynslvr2 those cheap cafe burgers were the best. That smell of wax paper and the toothpicks holding it together. Our kids will never get to experience that.
Galveston is awesome! Great history, architecture, restaurants, vibe... And, the water is not always brown.
I've Seen it @ times, Green and Blue! 😎👍
This is nuts. The last time I went to Galveston a couple of years ago, I more or less went to same places. This was great.
Im here right now on the island watching this. lol love watching the Day tripper.
I grew up in Houston, and I love Galveston.
As a child, we camped overnight on West Beach in the 1950s.
There are great ghost tours and historical homes to tour.
I love going to Murdochs for souvenir shopping and eating ice cream.
Lots of cool shops on the Strand.
I love Galveston
My daughter was born in Galveston ❤
That Bishops house is the most lavish Victorian home I've ever seen. Incredible!
I would love to see it and the tall ship. Great episode over all Chet!
Love shrimp and stuff....Planning to return to Galveston this year 2024 all the way from the UK.
I’m a native Texan that has been all over the UK. welcome! You will be treated well here :)
I really hope you enjoy your trip to Galveston. I grew up there.💪🏼😎
@@ThatGypsyBoy I always enjoyed Dickens on the Strand. I don't know how old you are but I remember Tuffy's Seafood restaurant on East Beach.
My home. Things have changed since this episode. Come us us.
This video is from June 2011. There is a brief moment of the menu at the "Shrimp n Stuff" restaurant he visits, and those prices are soooo much lower than today's prices. For example, tea was approximately $1.50 back then, but it is now more like $3.50.
I’m a 6 generation native Texan. I was born in Houston(1970) Spent most summers in Galveston. As I got older the rivers of central Texas called me! Then I started moving west into central Texas. Then, work moved me to deep east Texas! Then work moved me all the way into far west Texas! Wow! I found my people and my forever home! I’ve also been to south Texas , but never north Texas! As a native, I’m terrified of tornado alley! I’ve been in several crazy weather thingys in Texas and that’s why I call the place I’m in now, my forever home! No tornadoes or mosquitoes here, but luckily, still in Texas! God bless Texas!
No mosquitos?! Oh my gosh, WHERE?!
@@FitBabe The built up areas of the island aren't bad as far as mosquitoes. The west end and the far east end, and areas touching the bay are the worst. I live in "Fish Village" (a subdivision so called because the streets are named after fish) just across the Ferry Rd from the east end flats where dredge material from the ship channel has been pumped for years. I get assaulted by them on my way out to my car and always end up with a dozen or so in the vehicle with me. I lived in San Antonio for a while and laughed myself silly because some guy at my mother-in-laws house had to go inside because the mosquitoes were "just horrible" in her back yard. Yep he got bit twice in 3 hours. I still get a chuckle 43 years later.
@@Grynslvr2 Lol @ “assaulted.” It certainly feels like an attack when the mosquitos are swarming like that 😂.
So happy that you covered “The Face on the Wall”. I’ve seen it at night, however I don’t remember which panel he was in. AND…. You got the story right!
There are reportedly dozens of "faces" on the building, and an article on it in an Austin paper (if memory serves) brought two college students to see them one night. The driver tried to do a 3 point turn where the roadway ended, and backed down UTMB's boat ramp. The vehicle lost traction and slipped into the water. One of the girls got out and the other didn't make it. I was working for the Port Police at the time when I heard the radio call, and my Sgt and I were the first cops on the scene. The vehicle was already on the completely submerged and there were no bubbles to mark it's position. I never felt so helpless in my life. The area is now blocked off and UTMB Police will arrest you if you try to get over there. Stay your goofy butts away. These are merely discolorations on the concrete caused by moisture on an uneven surface and/or impurities in the concrete mix itself. That young lady would have been around 50 by now, but instead she died over something too stupid mention in intelligent company.
Gaido’s is my favorite restaurant to eat at whenever I go to Galveston. It’s so good, right on the Seawall, and has a classy atmosphere but is still family friendly. Moody Gardens was absolutely amazing! Just went last week and it was beautiful and so much to see.
Hand made food in a tourist location is such a treat nowadays! Great video!
Gaido’s is my ALL TIME FAVORITE! Their bisque, red snapper Michael, and Parmesan tomatoes are sooo delicious! I dream about it and never leave Galveston without stopping to grab a couple quarts of bisque to take home!
Lol you cracked me up with the seaweed on your hair
Well howdy! My first video. This ain't yer average travel channel. I respect the work. I lived in Texas five years and did not see enough.
We live in Houston. I take one day off in the summer and head down to the beach for a solo day of relaxing. Good food, ocean air….it’s always wonderful. ❤
Sounds nice 😊
I grew up going to Galveston, so yeah, in my heart, it's the BEST beach. ❤
Oh no, now everyone will know about Shrimp N Stuff. And Benno's. Just don't cover Gilhooleys.
Or Topwater
Leave it to Chet and the Daytripper crew to make even Galveston look fun/noce 😂
Galveston is one of a kind, and has incredible history. I’ve been there to do disaster recovery and to visit the sights.
The beach is still fun despite the water not being blue. That amount of seaweed is not normal occurrence here. We have the Galveston Pier, 2 piers for fishing, great bike riding along the boardwalk, and plenty of restaurants for any palatable taste. Plus, 30min from Galveston is NASA.
On the way to the Island. Love all your videos!!!
Grew up 30 minutes outside of Galveston. Spent my childhood going to the beaches and then later on when I got older, got a job at UTMB. I know the island pretty darn well. People might talk sh*t about the water, but when that's all you have, you appreciate it, brown water & all!
PS: We used to be good friends with the previous owner of Shrimp N Stuff, Jim Bennett as well as the folks who owned Fisherman's Wharf!
I love Galveston
I lived there for 20 years and agree, the shrimp Po-Boy is tops!
galveston looks cool place to visit
My dad was from a small town in Iowa and he thought so too. He liked it so much that he stayed and I was born here on the island.
Exceptionally well done.
I love your intros lol. And I also am amazed about how much there is to do in just a couple cities. I didn't even know this much, even though I LIVE in Texas. You know what they say, everything's bigger in Texas. Tnx, daytripler, nice seeing your vids.
Best. Video. EVER!!!!
Great video. We love going to Galveston for a few days, it’s fun!
"Chuck brought me here" 🤣
Gave our secret away. Shrimp and Stuff is awesome.
Finally!! You made it ta G county💯
Yes! Except that this was filmed in 2010.
@@TheDaytripperI hope all of your crew is still doing fine, excellent teamwork and dynamic right there, shows in the final result! Cheers, good day to all of you folks (including the folks reading this)!
Somebody send this video to Charles Barkley hatin azz!! 🤣🤣
😂😂😂😂😂
He wasn’t wrong about the water though 😂😂😂
KATIES SEAFOOD......HARBORSIDE....OLD SCHOOL..GOODNESS!!! I LOVE YOU GALVESTON!!!
like your video .I been drive around Galveston and seat down see the bird fly look so good for elder people
Very informative!
A few things here:
1. before there was pirate Jean Lafitte, there was pirate Louis-Michel Aury
2. the ruins on Harborside with the THC subject marker that people call "Maison Rouge" is NOT Maison Rouge - it's from a structure built much later, after the Civil War. Maison Rouge might have been there, but nobody knows exactly where it really was (despite what the THC subject marker claims).
3. History buffs can visit the Bryan Museum on 21st Street as well. Formerly an orphanage, and before that the site of John Seabrook Sydnor's mansion (which still exists, but in two different parts on 35th Street)
4. Charles Barkley might not understand this, but the brown water is due to natural forces; namely, currents that carry sediment into the Gulf from the Trinity River, the San Jacinto River, and even as far away as the Mississippi. Sorry, folks - not much anyone can do about this.
5. In addition to Benno's and Shrimp and Stuff, Rudy and Paco's downtown is a must for seafood fans. Some folks like Katie's on Harborside, too.
6. While we're on the subject of food, we have three Vietnamese or Asian fusion restaurants worth trying: Pho 20, Pho Tai, and Pirate Island (my personal favorite for pho)
7. On Broadway, Koop's is a good bet for down home comfort food and barbecue.
8. If you fancy an adult beverage, don't miss DTO (Daquiri Time Out), Texas Tail Distillery, and of course our local Galveston Island Brewery.
9. Coffee lovers, check out Red Light, Mod, or Conex Coffee (all good but Conex is my personal favorite). We also have three coffee food trucks - all worth a try as well
10. We have over thirty food trucks here, actually - don't be afraid to try any of them!
You beat me to the punch about the 20th century poured concrete remnants of a house fire NEAR where Maison Rouge was reportedly built. Jean Lafitte didn't have access to a concrete truck in the early 1800's.
I love your bracelet 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
Great episode! Can someone tell me in the Moody Gardens clip, what song, band is playing in the background?? 18:41
It's a great song!
Song: Himalaya
Artist: Modern Aquatic
🤠🤠🤠 Love Galveston 🏖️🌊
Great episode
That Chariots of Fire intro! 😂😂😂
The rainforest was my ultimate favorite absolutely beautiful
Awesome video, makes me miss living here, especially always loved La King's Confectionery, and surprised you didn't show it on the Strand. Guessing it wasn't open while you were there, definitely recommend checking it out to everyone who gets to visit Galveston.
You had this in the vault. The Hotel Galvez has been pink for like two years now.
I visited Dallas for the first time EVER and it was PERFECT!! 😍 Definitely my favorite city ever!!!, you should guide us more of where to rent bikes and where exactly does the trinity overlook park starts?
Finally!
The Galveston postcard mural isn't on the Yaga's wall. When was this filmed😅😂
2011
Shrimp and Stuff Downtown is even better. I believe it’s own by the same owner. It’s have more than fried food. One of my favorite places to eat on the island.
You should go to Kemah someday too.
He did
Fisherman's Wharf....suggestion from a local
P. S. That water was always considered nasty, but us Texas gals knew if we wanted clear skin from pimples and moist fresh skin too…hit the beach! Humidity in Houston is real…salt water heals your face! Most beautiful women are in Texas!
2:24 ahh memories 😊
You need Chariots of Fire for your running sequence lol
Yall
Filmed during one of the worst seaweed years! Been much better since then
Good advice from yo momma; nothing much good beyond the 3rd sandbar… Riptides, predator highway, feeding zone, etc.
I noticed the life span was short, looking at the birthdates and death dates on the tombstones. I wonder why? Great video!
Not sure I like you telling everyone about Shrimp N Stuff, but also find Maceos and order a Muffuletta sandwich!
The problem with Galveston is the wave and the people who use the beach. They just throw their waste anywhere
I rarely see trash on the beach and when I do I throw it away. There are trash cans everywhere its not a problem
I will also add living in far west Texas where don’t have delicious fresh seafood and that is what I miss the most. I do not miss the humidity or mosquitoes or tornadoes. ❤
We* not where
There is definitely a stench on Galveston island.
I'm surprised you didn't mention La King Confectionery
I see this originally aired in 2011. Much has changed since then!
Brown water, I don't know about that.
The current of the Mississippi river stirs up the sand.
I was hoping that this would give me a reason to go to Galveston
I live in Houston and Galveston has lots of restaurants but the water is disgusting! Don’t let this video fool you
Yep, Houston flushes their toilets (meaning all the pollution of the nation's 4th largest city) and complains that the water down stream is polluted. Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi rivers etc dump millions of tons of silt into the Gulf of Mexico in a natural process, and the natural currents sweep it to Galveston, so that Houston can complain that a city of 55,000 should clean it up. Thanks for helping your neighbor to the south by trying to run off visitors. Typical of Houston folks.
A "poboy" is made on FRENCH BREAD (preferably Leidenheimer), not a hoagie or sub sandwich bread! 🥖 ⚜️
You live on hogaboom that's right down the road from me.
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How come you didnt cover Galveston's history with the transalantic slave trade?
One of my favorite places in Texas but the original history needs to get out because the world has forgot about it
Should have gone to Gaidos Seafood
I live at the skatepark on 27th
only beach fun
Child Please !! That's Not Fresh !! Should have gone to the Wharf !!!! Now that's Fresh !!
i wouldn't swim in that water.
Are you afraid of sand?
I go to Galveston every year
Best food is on the strand in Galveston.
Bro you need a TAN!!!
I don't know if I would be able to trust the Galveston water , if I walk on the
beach , I won't be Bare Foot ,
🎣 💙 🏝️🌊 🌞👍
Galvaston is gross, and skimboarding is a great way to break ankles and wrists. Maybe it's better to visit when it's not 108 degrees with 60% humidity?
I muted the tv behind my back completely by accident to watch your show
Just curious about why this was posted 14 years late? Lol
Better late than never.
@@TheDaytripper Very true!
Last time we went to Galveston a few months ago, one of the people in our group's car got stolen, we got run on by some crackheads on the beach by murdoch's, and there was a shooting on the Strand so we had to shelter in place. That island is trash
Lived close to Galveston all my life and can count on my hands and feet the amount of times I’ve been. Not impressed. Live 20 miles away now, definitely never go in the water, only go if I have an appointment. There is one restaurant I absolutely love there is an amazing bakery. Definitely leave before sundown.
Somebody should show this to Charles Barkley.
Why? To prove him right about how nasty the water looks
I went to bennos it’s not worth it trust me
Love that it shows the true poopoo water it is
Fishtails restaurant
Galveston…..America’s most disappointing destination 😂
The real history is the land is stolen from my ancestors ATAKAPA ISHUK AND THE KARANKAWA NATIVES
Yeah sure.
why is your sea such an unnerving color? and so many waves? i live in the mediterranean sea and the water is so turquoise and clear. i thought the sea was always beautiful. but yours looks like something that would like to kill you or at least poison you.
Mississippi River carries sediment (mud) into the Gulf and it passes along the Texas coast.
Galveston > Port A 💯
I'm not sure how old this guy is but he's getting a little long in the tooth for the antics
Meh. I like Texas Bucket List better.