ULTIMATE CRUISE ADVISE & TIPS
The Ultimate Fly-In Cruiser’s Guide to Galveston
Our detailed cruise guides are intended to be a resource for travelers who fly into Houston (IAH or Hobby HOU) to cruise out of Galveston. Our expert cruise tips and advice cover everything from packing guides for fly-in cruisers, when to fly into Houston for a Galveston cruise, airport arrival guides, to choosing the best hotels for pre-cruise nights and preparing for embarkation. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, these guides are curated to help you get cruise-ready with confidence.
✓ Not just transportation, but the entire airport-to-port experience.
NOVEMBER 2025
Before You Fly into Houston (Planning, Packing, Prep)
Let’s dive deeper into best days to fly into Houston for a Galveston cruise, packing guides, timing mistakes cruisers make, documents & ID, travel insurance, and much more!
Airport Focus
Houston Airport Guides (IAH & HOU)
These guides discuss airport arrival tips for Galveston cruisers, what to do if you land late, best airport hotels for pre-cruise nights, dinning spots near IAH/HOU, and more.
CRUISE TERMINAL ARRIVAL
Getting to Galveston
Let’s talk about not just the transportation but the entire airport-to-port experience. Learn more about shuttle strategy, navigating your cruise terminal, cruise port arrival & boarding tips, shared vs private rides, baggage handling, real-world local insider tips, and more.
PRE-CRUISE Tips
Pre-Cruise in Galveston
Arriving a day early in Galveston? Check out our detailed guides on 2-4 hour mini itineraries, must-eat spots close to terminals, best budget Galveston hotels for overnight stays, what to do you with luggage in Galveston, and much more!