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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:22:04 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston County Historical Museum Requests Donations for Hotel Galvez New Hall of History</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Galveston County Historical Museum today announced its collaboration with Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, A Wyndham Grand&reg; Hotel, to create a new historical exhibit in honor of hotel&rsquo;s centennial celebration. The museum is looking for one-of-a-kind items related to Hotel Galvez to be donated to exhibit; donated items will become part of the permanent collection.
 
The new Hall of History will be located in the lower level of the hotel and is expected to be unveiled to the public in January 2011. The Hall of History will include framed panels about the history of the hotel as well as various items exhibited in two display cases purchased from the original Eiband&rsquo;s Department Store, which was formerly located at 2205 Post Office in Galveston.
 
&ldquo;Our museum collects anything related to Galveston County history and at this time we are focusing efforts on getting new donations of materials related to Hotel Galvez,&rdquo; says Galveston County Historical Museum Director Jodi Wright-Gidley. &ldquo;We are looking for unique items such as personal photographs, china or other collectible items that may have been original to the hotel but lost over the years.&rdquo;
 
Those interested in donating items should contact the museum by calling (409) 766-2340 or emailing Curator Jennifer Marines at jennifer.marines@co.galveston.tx.us. Donated items are tax deductible.
 
Hotel Galvez opened on June 10, 1911 at 6 p.m. and still stands as a symbol of Galveston Island&rsquo;s resilience in the face of disaster following the Great Storm of 1900. This elegant beachfront hotel was immediately proclaimed the &ldquo;Queen of the Gulf&rdquo; and within one year of opening it was deemed the &ldquo;best arranged and most richly furnished seaside hotel in America&rdquo; by Hotel Monthly. 
 
When Hotel Galvez opened in 1911, Galveston had finished building its 17-foot seawall to protect the island and had completed its grade-raising project, which raised the grade of land to make the town and its buildings less susceptible to future flooding. The Causeway had been completed, connecting Galveston Island to mainland Texas. These major accomplishments were part of the island&rsquo;s recovery following the Great Storm of 1900.
 
In preparation for the hotel&rsquo;s 100th anniversary in 2011, hotel owners George Mitchell and the Mitchell family are replacing the Gulf facing windows with operable, divided light windows reminiscent of the hotel&rsquo;s original design. The guest rooms are being outfitted with new d&eacute;cor, including new furniture, bedding, drapes and flat screen televisions. Beginning in December 2010, the hotel will host monthly events and activities in celebration of its 100th anniversary, including the unveiling of the Hall of History in January.
 
Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham Grand&reg; Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint venture partner. <img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=658147" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:54:01 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Short on Time - Plan a Three-Day Getaway</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 19:12:29 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotel – Hotel Galvez Now Offering In-House Transportation and Excursion Services</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, A Wyndham Grand&reg; Hotel, today announced it now offers in-house transportation and excursion services to its guests through Galveston Charter Boats and sister company Galveston Shuttle Bus. Transportation and excursion staff is available at the hotel to assist guests with powerboat and sailboat rentals, fishing excursions and other water activities, as well as private and group transportation, Wednesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
 
&ldquo;This is a great service to have available for our guests,&rdquo; says General Manager Steve Cunningham. &ldquo;We often receive inquiries about various recreational activities and transportation services and this amenity will add to our guests&rsquo; total vacation experience.&rdquo;
 
Galveston Charter Boats, the only full-service charter boat company in Galveston, offers powerboat and sailboat charters where guests can hire a licensed captain or captain their own vessel. Additionally, Yamaha WaveRunners are available for rental on a private basis. Galveston Charter Boats also offers professional guided bay or deep sea fishing tours, including all bait, tackle and fish cleaning. The charter boat company also has a full line of entertainment yachts for private or corporate events, accommodating up to 149 passengers.
 
Galveston Shuttle Bus is a full-service transportation company offering sedan transfers as well as vans, minibuses and motor coach charter services. Its limousine fleet includes Lincoln Town Cars, Hummers and various SUVs.  
 
&ldquo;We have been in business for 23 years and we&rsquo;re excited about being back on the Island and serving visitors,&rdquo; adds President and Owner Jim Harrison. &ldquo;We are proud and happy to be part of Hotel Galvez to help guests further enjoy their stays in Galveston.&rdquo;
 
Galveston Charter Boats and Galveston Shuttle Bus can be reached during regular hours at Hotel Galvez at (409) 765-7721 ext. 6412, directly at (409) 632-6412 or by email at chartergalveston@aol.com.  
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham Grand&reg; Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez, rated four diamonds by AAA, is owned by Galveston preservationist George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. For reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com and check special offers. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All Wyndham hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint-venture partner. For more information, visit www.wyndham.com.  <img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=657155" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:27:34 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston’s ‘Haunted’ Hotel Galvez Offers Ghost Tour and Dinner Package on Thursdays in October</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, a Wyndham Grand &reg;Hotel, is now extending its weekly ghost tour, typically reserved for guests, to the public as part of a dinner buffet package. Beginning on Thursday, Oct. 7 and continuing through Thursday, Oct, 28, guests can enjoy dinner followed by a one-hour ghost tour of the historic hotel.
 
On each tour, Hotel Galvez Concierge Jackie Hasan will guide participants through the ghostly past of the hotel while using an electromagnetic field detector and infrared thermometer to conduct a paranormal investigation.
 
Priced at $35 per person, the public ghost tour is only available as part of the dinner package. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. in Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant, located on-site at Hotel Galvez, and advance reservations are required. Guests should contact the restaurant at 409-765-7721 or visit the website at www.BernardosAtHotelGalvez.com to make a dinner and tour reservation. Please note ghost tour on the Open Table reservation.
 
&ldquo;Over the years, guests have reported seeing or feeling a presence in some parts of the hotel, primarily on the fifth floor,&rdquo; says Hasan. &ldquo;The ghost tour and dinner package at Hotel Galvez seeks to explore eerie encounters while providing participants with a great, entertaining experience.&rdquo;
 
Hotel staff has often reported odd occurrences throughout the hotel, such as candles blowing out on their own and dishes breaking with no one around. The hotel will be featured on Travel Channel&rsquo;s Ghost Stories in July and was the site of an investigation by The Discovery Channel&rsquo;s Ghost Lab program in 2009. 
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham Grand&reg; Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez, rated four diamonds by AAA, is owned by Galveston preservationists George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. The hotel also offers its Ghosts of the Galvez package during the month of October. For reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com and check special offers. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For more information, visit www.wyndham.com. <img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=656642" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 21:50:37 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Ship Builders to Transport Hurricane Ike Oak for Brig Galveztown Replica Project to Galveston’s Sister City Malaga</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Live oak timber remaining from the thousands of trees cut down from Hurricane Ike will be used for the Brig Galveztown Replica Project in Galveston&rsquo;s new Sister City, Malaga, Spain. Galveston&rsquo;s namesake, Bernardo de Galvez was a native of Malaga. This week, the timber was loaded into containers to send to Spain.  
 
Malaga, Spain, began planning for the Brig Galveztown Replica Project more than ten years ago when Spain and the City of Malaga launched an effort to educate Malagans, Spaniards and Americans on the historic significance of Bernardo de Galvez, a native of Malaga, and his role during the American Revolution.
 
The plan is for Galveztown&rsquo;s hull to be completed in late 2010, launched and rigged in early 2011. She will sail across the US Gulf Coast including Galveston and St. Augustine and the Atlantic and visit ports in Florida. The vessel will serve as a floating museum on the contributions by Bernardo de Galvez to the American Revolution as well as 18th century navigation, dress, arms and life at sea. As part of Hotel Galvez&rsquo; year-long centennial celebration in 2011, Galveztown will make a stop in Galveston.
 
Astilleros Nereo, a traditional wooden boat and shipyard in Malaga that is designated as a living museum is one of the last yards in Spain that still has the capacity to build large ships out of wood. The owners of the yard, the Sanchez-Guitard family decided that they could contribute to the Galvez research and education effort by building a full-scale replica of Galvez&rsquo; brig the Galveztown while showcasing traditional ship building as part of their ongoing programs as a living museum.
 
Partners for this project include Asteilleros Neros, City of Malaga in Spain, Spanish Red Cross, Nyhael Consulting, University of Malaga, Astilleros Bermeo, Escuela Tecnica Superior de Ingenieros Navales de Madrid, City of Aviles in Spain, Daughters of American Revolution, United States Embassy in Spain, Abyssal Pictures, and Fundacion Nao Victoria. Additional partners include Malaga Port Authority, Graficas Urania, St. Augustine Lighthouse &amp; Museum, St. Augustine Historical Society, University of West Florida, City of Galveston, and Beck Disaster Recovery.
 

GalvezTown Interview Resources:
Sam Turner, St. Augustine Lighthouse &amp; Museum, (904) 838-9064, E-mail: sturner@staugustinelighthouse.com
Renee Adame, member of Galveston Chapter of Granderos y Damas de Galvez, (409) 457-4035, E-mail: radame@mitchellfamilycorp.com
(Note: Adame recently traveled to Spain to see the shipbuilding process.)
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 18:53:07 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotel – Hotel Galvez Celebrates 99th Anniversary June 10</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Galveston&rsquo;s Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, A Wyndham&reg; Grand Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, will celebrate its 99th anniversary on Thursday, June 10, by serving complimentary cake to anyone dining in Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant for lunch and dinner. The hotel also invites guests to record birthday wishes and favorite memories of Hotel Galvez on video from noon to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the hotel&rsquo;s concierge desk. These video memories will be posted on the hotel&rsquo;s YouTube Channel.
 
The Hotel Galvez was built as a symbol of Galveston&rsquo;s resilience following the Great Storm of 1900. A group of businessmen pooled their resources and raised $1 million to open the hotel on June 10, 1911 at 6 p.m.  This elegant beachfront hotel was immediately proclaimed the &ldquo;Queen of the Gulf.&rdquo;
 
The hotel has a colorful history, serving as a temporary White House for President Franklin D. Roosevelt, as a working facility for the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and as a headquarters for the Pageants of Pulchritude, the beauty pageants that preceded the Miss Universe Pageant.  The Hotel Galvez is now one of the most popular wedding venue choices for brides in Texas, hosting an average of 120 weddings every year. 
 
In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt spent ten days at the hotel, where he held a meeting with newly-elected Congressman and future President Lyndon B. Johnson. President Dwight D. Eisenhower was also a hotel guest in later years. In the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, the Hotel Galvez was the social hub of Galveston, then known as the &ldquo;Playground of the Southwest.&rdquo; Bandleader Phil Harris and actress Alice Faye married at Hotel Galvez and numerous celebrities, including Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and Jimmy Stewart, stayed at the hotel. 
 
In preparation for the hotel&rsquo;s 100th anniversary in 2011, hotel owners George Mitchell and the Mitchell family plan to replace the building&rsquo;s Gulf-facing windows with operable, divided light windows reminiscent of the hotel&rsquo;s original design. Guest rooms will be outfitted with new d&eacute;cor, including new furniture, bedding, drapes and flat screen televisions. This renovation is currently underway and room refurbishments have been completed on the second, sixth, seventh and eight floors.   
 
This December, the hotel will release a commemorative book entitled The Hotel Galvez: Queen of the Gulf, by Gary Cartwright, who also authored Galveston: A History of the Island. This new book includes a foreword by Peter H. Brink, former executive director of the Galveston Historical Foundation, and new color photography by nationally-known architectural photographer Carol Highsmith. Beginning in December 2010, the hotel will host monthly events and activities in celebration of its 100th anniversary, including a Spanish cultural evening celebrating Galveston&rsquo;s namesake, Bernardo de Galvez, a mass wedding vow renewal, outdoor concerts and fireworks.
 
Hotel Galvez remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston.  It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and is owned by Galveston preservationists George Mitchell. The hotel is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint venture partner. <img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=656357" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 23:03:31 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Hotel Galvez, Galveston’s Only Historic Beachfront Hotel, Celebrates 99th Anniversary June 10- MEDIA ALERT</title>
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<description><![CDATA[MEDIA ALERT
For Immediate Release: June 7, 2010
 
Hotel Galvez, Galveston&rsquo;s Only Historic Beachfront Hotel, Celebrates 99th Anniversary June 10
Hotel invites Guests to Share Birthday Messages and Memories
 
WHO:              Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, A Wyndham&reg; Grand Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, is part of Mitchell Historic Properties.
 
WHAT:           Galveston&rsquo;s Hotel Galvez will celebrate its 99th anniversary on Thursday, June 10. In celebration, Hotel Galvez invites guests to record their birthday wishes and favorites memories of the hotel on video from noon to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the hotel&rsquo;s concierge desk. These video messages will be posted on the hotel&rsquo;s YouTube Channel.
 
In honor of its 99th anniversary, the hotel will serve complimentary cake to anyone dinning in Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant for lunch and dinner.
 
WHERE:         2024 Seawall Blvd., Galveston Island, TX
 
WHEN:           Thursday, June 10, noon &ndash; 2 p.m. &amp; 4 &ndash; 6 p.m.
Hotel guests are invited to record birthday wishes and share their favorite memories of the hotel.
Note: Complimentary cake will be served to guests dining in Bernardo&rsquo;s during lunch and dinner.
 
FUN FACTS:   The Hotel Galvez was built as a symbol of Galveston&rsquo;s resilience following the Great Storm of 1900. A group of businessmen pooled their resources and raised $1 million to open the hotel on June 10, 1911, at 6 p.m.  This elegant beachfront hotel was immediately proclaimed the &ldquo;Queen of the Gulf.&rdquo; It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
 
The hotel served as a temporary White House for President Franklin D. Roosevelt, a working facility for the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and as a headquarters for the Pageants of Pulchritude, the beauty pageants that preceded the Miss America Pageant.  Hotel Galvez hosts an average of 120 weddings every year.
 
Hotel Galvez will celebrate its centennial in 2011 with monthly events beginning in December 2010.  
 
FAMOUS PRESIDENTIAL GUESTS:           

President Franklin D. Roosevelt
President Dwight D. Eisenhower
President Lyndon B. Johnson, who met with President Franklin D. Roosevelt as a congressman)

 
FOR INFO:     For information call (409) 765-7721, (800) WYNDHAM or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com.   Historic photos of the hotel are available.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Christine Hopkins, APR, Mitchell Historic Properties
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 22:41:58 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Ship Builders to Transport Hurricane Ike Oak for Brig Galveztown Replica Project to Galveston’s Sister City Malaga - MEDIA ALERT</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Ship Builders to Transport Hurricane Ike Oak for Brig Galveztown Replica Project to Galveston&rsquo;s Sister City Malaga
 
WHO:              Astilleros Nereo (shipbuilding company), City of Malaga, St. Augustine Lighthouse &amp; Museum and
City of Galveston
 
WHAT:           Live oak timber remaining from the thousands of trees cut down from Hurricane Ike will be used for the Brig Galveztown Replica Project in Galveston&rsquo;s new Sister City, Malaga, Spain. Galveston&rsquo;s namesake, Bernardo de Galvez was a native of Malaga. This timber will be loaded into containers to send to Spain.  
 
Malaga, Spain, began planning for the Brig Galveztown Replica Project more than ten years ago when Spain and the City of Malaga launched an effort to educate Malagans, Spaniards and Americans on the historic significance of Bernardo de Galvez, a native of Malaga, and his role during the American Revolution.
 
                        The plan is for Galveztown&rsquo;s hull to be completed in late 2010, launched and rigged in early 2011. She will sail across the US Gulf Coast including Galveston and St. Augustine and the Atlantic and visit ports in Florida. The vessel will serve as a floating museum on the contributions by Bernardo de Galvez to the American Revolution as well as 18th century navigation, dress, arms and life at sea.
 
Galveztown&rsquo;s stop in Galveston will be one of the events celebrating Hotel Galvez&rsquo; centennial in 2011.
 
                        Astilleros Nereo, a traditional wooden boat and shipyard in Malaga that is designated as a living museum is one of the last yards in Spain that still has the capacity to build large ships out of wood. The owners of the yard, the Sanchez-Guitard family decided that they could contribute to the Galvez research and education effort by building a full-scale replica of Galvez&rsquo; brig the Galveztown while showcasing traditional ship building as part of their ongoing programs as a living museum.
 
WHERE:         9228 Seawall Blvd. This is a closed site &ndash; Alicia Cahill will need to escort media on premises. 
Directions: From 61st Street Exit, left right on 61st Street, go straight to Seawall Blvd, take right to site.
 
On Site Contact:           Lew Laysyone, Cell (318) 613-2730
            Jimmy Belgard, Cell (318) 452-7035
 
Interview Contact:        Renee Adame, Cell (409) 457-4035
(Note: Adame is a member of Granaderos y Damas de Galvez and has traveled to Spain to see the shipbuilding process. 
 
WHEN:           Tuesday, June 8, 1 &ndash; 5 p.m.
 
WHY:              Galveston&rsquo;s live oak timbers will be a permanent part of Galveztown honoring the memory and history of the Island&rsquo;s namesake, Bernardo de Galvez. 
 
FOR INFO:     For more information on the Galveztown Replica Project, http://www.staugustinelighthouse.com/blog/2008/06/ 
http://www.staugustinelighthouse.com/blog/lamposts/lamp_boatwright_visits_galvezt.php
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 22:13:50 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston and Hotel Galvez Milestones</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Galveston and Hotel Galvez Milestones
 
1785
A survey expedition appointed by Bernardo de G&aacute;lvez discovers and names the Bahia de Galvezton after the Spanish colonial governor.
 
 
1900                            
 
The Great Storm, beginning on September 8, devastates Galveston, which takes years to recover.
 
 
1902                            
 
Part of the hurricane recovery process includes a long seawall, started this year and completed in 1960 at 10.4 miles long.
 
 
1910
 
The Galveston Hotel Company announces plans for a new year-round beach hotel to take the place of the seasonal Beach Hotel, which had burned in 1898.
 
Construction of the Hotel Galvez is launched the same year to help restore Galveston&rsquo;s reputation as a tourist destination.
 
 
1911    
 
The hotel opens for business on June 10 at 6:00 p.m. and soon becomes the choice location for island residents&rsquo; galas and celebrations.
 
 
1915                            
 
Another hurricane hits Galveston, but the new seawall helps spare the Galvez.
 
 
 
1918
 
The hotel welcomes 40,000 guests at a daily rate of $2.  
 
 
1928                            
 
The Baker Corporation purchases the Galvez for $1 million and undertakes a modernization program.
 
 
1931                            
 
Ike Kempner and his partners, the original backers, repurchase the hotel.
 
 
1937                            
 
President Franklin D. Roosevelt makes the Galvez his official Summer White House while he fishes offshore on his yacht, the U.S.S. Potomac.
 
 
1940                            
 
W. L. Moody Jr. and his National Hotel Corporation purchase the hotel from the Kempner group and undertake new renovations. A swimming pool is added, along with a modern motel on the hotel&rsquo;s east end and the members-only Galvez Club.
 
 
1942    
                       
The U.S. Coast Guard commandeers the Galvez and uses it as its wartime headquarters for the next two years, including as staff living space.
 
The Sui Jen nightclub, owned by the racketeer Sam Maceo, is renamed the Balinese Room and becomes the most popular nightclub on the Texas coast.
 
 
1957                            
 
The Galveston rackets are closed down in an island-wide raid on gambling casinos.
 
 
1961    
                       
Hurricane Carla, second in intensity only to the Great Storm of 1900, wreaks damage on the island.
 
 
1971                            
 
Moody sells the Galvez for $1 million to its fourth owner, Harvey McCarty, the first owner with no ties to Galveston, who partnered with Leon Bromberg, a BOI.
 
 
1976
 
George Mitchell purchases the Thomas Jefferson League Building and renovates it as the first of many restoration projects in the Strand.
 
 
1978                            
 
The Galvez is closed for renovations and reopens the next year under a new owner, the Mariner Corporation, and a new name, the Galvez Marriott.
 
 
1979                            
 
The National Register of Historic Places adds the hotel to its list of significant landmarks.
 
 
1983                
 
During Hurricane Alicia some guests take refuge at the Galvez, which reopens the next year after significant damage is repaired.
 
 
1985                
 
Mitchell converts the Blum Building in the Strand into a new Tremont House and launches his new hotel with a revival of the Island&rsquo;s historic Mardi Gras festivals. The previous year he had built another hotel, the San Luis, on top of the historic Fort Crockett&rsquo;s bunkers, along the seawall. 
 
 
1988                
 
The Galvez is sold at auction after its owners declare bankruptcy. Aetna Life Insurance Company, the mortgage holder, takes over for $7.68 million.
 
 
1993                
 
Mitchell Historic Properties purchases the hotel from Aetna for $3 million and undertakes a $20 million upgrade that restores the public spaces to recall their 1911 appearance.
 
 
1996
 
Wyndham International is retained to manage and operate the
Galvez as part of the Wyndham&rsquo;s group of premier historic hotels, called Wyndham Grand Hotels.
 
 
 
2002
 
The Galvez becomes a member of the Historic Hotels of America, a consortium sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
 
 
2005
 
A second renovation of the hotel, directed by the Mitchells&rsquo; daughter Sheridan Mitchell Lorenz of Austin, removes heavy drapes obscuring the Gulf views and restores the windows on the lobby level to their original appearance. Fabrics and carpets were also updated; the Oleander Garden was launched; and planning was begun for the hotel&rsquo;s first spa.
 
2008    
 
The Spa at the Hotel Galvez opens in the space originally occupied by the hotel&rsquo;s barbershop and drugstore.
 
Hurricane Ike comes ashore, damaging many Galveston buildings; the Mitchells step in to help direct repairs, including the quarter of the Strand&rsquo;s buildings that are owned by their company.
 
 
2009    
 
Credited with launching the renaissance of Galveston&rsquo;s historic downtown, George Mitchell receives the Spirit of Galveston Award from the Galveston Chamber of Commerce. 
 
 
2011
 
The Queen of the Gulf observes it centennial with events throughout the year. Activities include a Spanish cultural evening celebrating the birthday of Bernardo de G&aacute;lvez, a mass wedding vow renewal for former guests who were married at the hotel, outdoor concerts, and fireworks.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=655829" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
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<title>Texas’s Only Historic Beachfront Hotel to Celebrate 100 Years in 2011</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Texas&rsquo;s only historic beachfront hotel - Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, A Wyndham Grand Hotel  - is an integral part of Galveston&rsquo;s history and a symbol of the community&rsquo;s resilience.
 
When Hotel Galvez opened in 1911, Galveston had just finished building its 17-foot Seawall to protect the Island and its grade raising project which raised the grade of land as well as hundreds of buildings from their original level to make them less susceptible to flooding in the event of future storms.  The Causeway had been completed, now connecting Galveston Island to the mainland. All of these accomplishments were part of the Island&rsquo;s recovery following the Great Storm of 1900. The 1900 Storm was the worst natural disaster in United States history to that point in time. An estimated 6,000 to as many as 8,000 people died and 3,600 structures were destroyed including the entire wharf front.
 
A group of businessmen pooled their resources and raised $1 million to build Hotel Galvez and the hotel opened on June 10, 1911 at 6 p.m. Hotel Galvez still stands as a symbol of Galveston Island&rsquo;s resilience in the face of disaster. This elegant beachfront hotel was immediately proclaimed &ldquo;Queen of the Gulf&rdquo; and within a year of opening, it was deemed the &ldquo;best arranged and most richly furnished seaside hotel in America&rdquo; by Hotel Monthly. 
 
This elegant hotel has been the choice of numerous famous guests including Howard Hughes, Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra. It served as a temporary White House for the staff of President Franklin D. Roosevelt during a 10-day offshore fishing trip and was the site for his first meeting with newly elected Congressman and future president Lyndon B. Johnson. A reception in honor of war hero and future president Dwight D. Eisenhower was also held at the hotel.
 
In the early 1920s, families all across the country began flocking to Galveston&rsquo;s original beachfront hotel. &ldquo;Moving in&rdquo; to Hotel Galvez for the summer was a common trend among wealthy families, many of whom spent from six weeks to six months in the hotel, paying a mere two dollars a day for luxurious accommodations. The hotel provided such amenities as a barbershop, laundry, writing room, and tailor as well as easy access to the bathhouses and entertainment along the beachfront.
 
Between 1920 and 1932 Hotel Galvez served as headquarters for the Pageants of Pulchritude, the beauty pageants that were predecessors to the Miss America Pageant. The hotel was also the venue for many debutante balls, as well as social activities for the University of Texas Medical School fraternities throughout the 20s, 30s and 40s. Over the years, various entertainers who performed at the famed Balinese Room were frequent guests of the hotel.
 
The hotel functioned as a working facility for the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and in 1944 the hotel was awarded an &ldquo;honorable discharge&rdquo; from its duties. During the years, the hotel was owned and operated by several individuals and companies. In 1993, it was purchased by its current owners who launched a $20 million restoration to reflect its 1911 origin.
 
In preparation for the hotel&rsquo;s 100th anniversary in 2011, hotel owners George Mitchell and the Mitchell family plan to replace the Gulf facing windows with operable, divided light windows reminiscent of the hotel&rsquo;s original design as well as to update the guest rooms with a new d&eacute;cor including new furniture, bedding, drapes and flat screen televisions.  
 
This December, the hotel is releasing a commemorative book entitled The Hotel Galvez: Queen of the Gulf, by Gary Cartwright, author also of Galveston: A History of the Island. The new book includes a foreword by Peter H. Brink, former executive director of the Galveston Historical Foundation, and new color photography by the nationally known architectural photographer Carol Highsmith.
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham&reg; Historic Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. <img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=655639" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2010 23:39:58 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Hotel Galvez Celebrates 100th Anniversary with Monthly Events</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Hotel Galvez Celebrates 100th Anniversary with Monthly Events
Note: These events are still tentative and are subject to change.
 
December 2010
Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010 &ndash; &ldquo;The Hotel Galvez: Queen of the Gulf&rdquo; Book Signing 
Just in time for the holidays Hotel Galvez is hosting a book signing featuring Gary Cartwright, author of &ldquo;The Hotel Galvez: Queen of the Gulf&rdquo; from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in conjunction with the hotel&rsquo;s Sunday Brunch.
 
January 2011
Friday, Jan. 14, 2011 &ndash; Hall of History Unveiling, Tours and Art Competition Exhibit
Hotel Galvez invites guests to see its new Hall of History on the lower level of the hotel. The hotel will unveil this new display at 10 a.m. The display will include historic photos and memorabilia on loan from private collections and as well as the hotel&rsquo;s collection. The hotel will also host public tours of the hotel.
 
As part of the centennial celebration, Hotel Galvez is inviting regional artists to submit their rendition of this landmark hotel as part of an artist competition. Entries will be displayed in conjunction with the Hall of History unveiling. The hotel owners will provide a cash award to the winning artist and the hotel will reproduce the winning art piece as a commemorative poster.  
 
February 2011
Saturday, Feb. 13, 2011 &ndash; Wedding Vow Renewal
Hotel Galvez invites its former brides and grooms who celebrated their nuptials at the hotel to come back for a mass wedding vow renewal on the front lawn at 1 p.m. Couples will celebrate with a champagne toast and cake. The hotel will provide complimentary accommodations to the couple with the earliest wedding date and coming from the farthest distance. Couples should notify the hotel of their participation in advance. The hotel will offer a special weekend package as part of the weekend. Brides who would like to display vintage wedding dresses (1950 and earlier) are encouraged to contact the sales staff.
 
March 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011 &ndash; Cinema and Caf&eacute; Under the Stars (Raindate: March 25, 2011)
Hotel Galvez invites guests to enjoy its Cinema and Caf&eacute; Under the Stars at the hotel. The hotel&rsquo;s special outdoor movie theater will offer festival and reserved seating. Reserved seating will include dinner. More details to come.
 
April 2011
Friday, April 22, 2011 &ndash; Spanish Cooking Demonstration and Gourmet Dinner
In honor of Bernardo de Galv&eacute;z, Executive Chef Jerry Helminski of Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant at Hotel Galvez invites culinary enthusiasts to learn the art of Spanish cooking during this special demonstration and ten-course dinner in the Veranda. A Spanish celebrity chef will join Chef Helminski as part of the demonstration. The dinner will be paired with Spanish wines. Advance reservations are required and only a limited amount of seating is available to this event. This wine pairing dinner is scheduled as part of the 2011 Galveston Island Food and Wine Festival.
 
 

May 2011
Saturday, May 21, 2011 &ndash; Bathing Beauty Revue
Hotel Galvez is the title sponsor for the Bathing Beauty Revue coordinated by IBC. Between 1920 and 1932 Hotel Galvez served as headquarters for the Pageants of Pulchritude, the beauty pageants that were predecessors to the Miss American Pageant. IBC revived the event in 2009 and is hosting the pageant in front of Hotel Galvez where it was originally held. Contestants compete in period and contemporary bathing suits.
 
June 2011
Friday, June 10 &ndash; Saturday, June 11, 2011 - 100th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
Hotel Galvez invites guests and the community to join the hotel for a weekend of events commemorating its 100th anniversary. On Friday, the hotel will host a welcome event with live music in the lobby and on Saturday, Hotel Galvez will come alive with activities during the day throughout the hotel and culminating with a fireworks show over the Gulf of Mexico. The hotel will offer a special package as part of the weekend.
 
July 2011
TBD &ndash; Special Exhibit by Rosenberg Library on History of Tourism in Galveston
Galveston Island has been a tourism destination for visitors for more than 100 years. In the late 1800s, visitors would come to Galveston to enjoy the &ldquo;healing powers&rdquo; of the Gulf of Mexico. Galveston&rsquo;s beaches are still the biggest attraction on the island. Learn more about Galveston&rsquo;s history of tourism through this presentation created by the Texas History Center of Rosenberg Library.
 
August 2011
TBD &ndash; Special Exhibit by Rosenberg Library on Galveston in 1911
In the year 1911, Hotel Galvez and Gaido&rsquo;s Restaurant opened in Galveston. Learn more about happenings in Galveston in this pivotal year through a presentation by the Texas History Center of Rosenberg Library.
 
September 2011
TBD &ndash; Special Exhibit by Rosenberg Library on Hotel Galvez Through the Ages in Postcards
Rocky and Sherrie Forshey donated more than 700 postcards of Galveston, circa 1900-1930, to The Galveston and Texas History Center at Rosenberg Library in February 2009. This collection as well as Rosenberg Library&rsquo;s collection of postcards will provide a history of Hotel Galvez through the ages as illustrated in postcards.
 
October 2011
Thursdays in October &ndash; Galvez Ghost Tour Dinner
Hotel Galvez has extended its ghost tour, typically reserved for guests, to the public now included as part of a dinner buffet in Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant. Beginning on Thursday, Oct. 6 and continuing through Oct. 27, guests can enjoy dinner followed by a one hour ghost tour of the hotel. Tour participants will join Hotel Concierge Jackie Hasan who will lead a tour using an electromagnetic field detector and infrared thermometer to conduct a paranormal investigation of Hotel Galvez. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. and advance reservations are required. The cost is $35 per person.
 
November 2011
Friday, Nov. 25, 2011 &ndash; Hotel Galvez Annual Holiday Lighting Celebration
Hotel Galvez invites guests and the community to celebrate the start of the holidays with its annual holiday lighting celebration with Santa Claus, live holiday entertainment and more. The hotel will offer a special weekend package as part of the weekend.
 
December 2011
Friday, Dec. 2, 2011 &ndash; Galveston Historical Foundation&rsquo;s Dickens Feast at Hotel Galvez
Galveston Historical Foundation will host its annual Dickens Feast. Enjoy a traditional English prime rib dinner while staves from Charles Dickens&rsquo; A Christmas Carol are read between courses. A descendant of Charles Dickens will be available to sign copies following the evening&rsquo;s performance.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=655640" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[Texas&rsquo; only historic beachfront hotel - Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, a Wyndham&reg; Grand Hotel, offers great ideas for Mother&rsquo;s Day gifts, including brunch and several spa specials.
 
Galveston&rsquo;s premier spa, The Spa at Hotel Galvez, has created four special Mother&rsquo;s Day packages available through June 2, 2010. The Spa/Salon Sampler offers a 20-minute hydrotherapy bath, 25-minute express facial and 25-minute massage of choice for $140 not including the service charge.
 
The Galvez Great Escape offers five hours of pampering with a 20-minute eucalyptus hydrotherapy bath, 25-minute champagne Vichy body polish, 50-minute stone therapy massage, 50-minute customized facial, 80-minute spa pedicure and trip to the salon for a shampoo/blow dry and makeup application, for $380.
 
Celebrate mom with the Queen for the Day package where she can choose two of the following: 20-minute aromatherapy bath, classic manicure, express pedicure, shampoo/blow dry or makeup application; guests can also choose one of the following: 25-minute champagne Vichy body polish, 25-minute Swedish massage, or 25-minute express facial. The Queen for the Day package is $120.
 
The Spa at the Hotel Galvez is offering An Afternoon to Remember Package perfect for mothers and daughters or friends. This package offers two express facials, two express Swedish massages and two perfectly pomegranate express pedicures, for $150 per person.
 
The Spa at the Hotel Galvez offer a couples&rsquo; treatment room for manicures, pedicures, facials and massage services, and is the only hotel spa in Galveston to offer two Vichy showers, a traditional hydro-therapy tub and a Swiss shower treatment room. The spa is Galveston&rsquo;s only K&eacute;rastase level salon and the first in Galveston to offer ultrasonic microdermabrasion treatments and four-hands massage. The ultrasonic method uses sound waves to exfoliate the skin. Gift cards may be purchased at www.hotelgalvezspa.com.
 
Hotel Galvez is also widely known for its outstanding Sunday brunch. For Mother&rsquo;s Day, Executive Chef Jerry Helminski pulls out all the stops. In addition to the traditional brunch fare of pastries, fruit and bread, the hotel will offer its popular seafood gumbo and butternut squash soup. The deluxe salad station will feature roasted asparagus salad, grilled chicken and fig salad and build your own Caesar salad.
 
Seafood lovers won&rsquo;t walk away hungry with an array of smoked salmon, smoked trout, hand crafted canap&eacute;s, boiled shrimp, and cocktail shrimp and crab claws served with spicy remoulade and cocktail sauce.
 
Entrees for the day include apple smoked bacon and sausage, eggs Benedict, cheese blintz with wild peach sauces, and lamb stew with chorizo and garbanzo beans. Guests will also find yogurt poached chicken with dried fruit, broiled pineapple short ribs, baked salmon in teriyaki chili glaze, roasted red pepper potatoes, primavera rice, green cabbage with prosciutto and ham and a baby vegetable medley.
 
Brunch includes a pasta station and carving station with prime rib, bourbon glazed ham and garlic spiked leg of lamb as well as a huge assortment of desserts. Mother&rsquo;s Day brunch is $49.95 for adults, $39.95 for seniors and $25.95 for children. Seating times begin at 10:30 a.m. through 2:30 p.m. For reservations, call (409) 765-7721.
 
For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com. The AAA four-diamond rated Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, is owned by the George Mitchell family and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All Wyndham hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint-venture partner.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=654712" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
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<title>Historic Galveston Hotel Completes Second Floor Renovation in Preparation for 100th Anniversary</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, A Wyndham Grand Hotel, has unveiled its beautifully appointed new second floor guest rooms. In preparation for the hotel&rsquo;s 100th anniversary in 2011, hotel owners George Mitchell and the Mitchell family are updating all guest rooms with a new d&eacute;cor.
 
Second floor rooms now feature a soothing neutral palette, plush carpeting by Constantine, Atlas and Masland, Bernhardt fine furniture, Simmons&reg; HealthSmart&trade; mattresses, 37-inch Samsung flat screen televisions, Stacy Garcia duvet covers, custom headboards, new window treatments and updated lighting. As part of the new d&eacute;cor, all rooms feature nature-inspired aluminum prints by Kayla Mitchell, granddaughter of George Mitchell. The hotel is also replacing its Gulf facing windows with new divided light windows reminiscent of the hotel&rsquo;s original design.
 
Last year, the sixth floor rooms were converted to spa-inspired rooms featuring rain showers, Simmons HealthSmart mattresses, Anichini bedding manufactured in Italy, 42-inch flat screen televisions and luxurious amenities including spa robe and slippers, books and iPod&reg; iHome players. These sixth floor features allergen-friendly Wyndham ClearAir sm rooms, which have undergone a multistep cleaning process designed to remove up to 98 percent of allergens using medical-grade air purification systems designed by New York-based Pure Solutions NA.
 
Suites on the seventh and eighth floors were updated last year with new d&eacute;cor and furniture, including the addition of plantation shutters. Suite windows are being converted to custom divided light windows. Throughout the year, the hotel also will renovate its third, fourth and fifth floors in time for the anniversary in 2011.
 
Hotel Galvez will launch a year-long celebration commemorating its 100 years of operation with a New Year&rsquo;s Eve Ball on Dec. 31, 2010. Monthly events include unveiling a new Hall of History, a group wedding vow renewal event, a bathing beauty revue and classic movie shown on the hotel&rsquo;s lawn.
 
During the centennial anniversary weekend in June, the hotel plans to host a day of concerts on the lawn followed by a fireworks display over the Gulf of Mexico. The hotel will commemorate the birthday of the hotel&rsquo;s namesake, Bernardo de G&aacute;lvez, on July 23 with a Spanish-themed wine dinner. Events will continue throughout the fall. A full calendar of events will be posted at www.hotelgalvez100.com.
 
When Hotel Galvez opened in 1911, Galveston had just finished building its 17-foot Seawall to protect the Island from storm surges, and its grade raising project which raised the grade of land as well as hundreds of buildings from 11 to 14 feet to make them less susceptible to flooding in the event of future storms. The Causeway had been completed, now connecting Galveston Island to the mainland. All of these accomplishments were part of the Island&rsquo;s recovery following the Great Storm of 1900. 
 
Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham&reg; Grand Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston and is rated four diamonds by AAA and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All Wyndham hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint-venture partner.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=619531" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[Texas&rsquo; only historic beachfront hotel encourages guests to make their New Year&rsquo;s Resolution to spend more time with friends. To fulfill that resolution, Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel, is offering a Galvez Spa Getaway package during the months of January and February.
 
The package includes spa treatments for two, offering a relaxing 20-minute hydrotherapy bath accompanied by a scalp and neck massage and a 30-minute Vichy body treatment. Plus, guests receive a 15 percent discount on additional a la carte spa services. As part of the package, clients, age 21 or over, are treated with a complimentary glass of champagne between treatments and leave with a spa gift. Guests also receive a 20 percent discount on food at the hotel&rsquo;s Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant as well as an early check-in and late check-out.
 
This package is $489 for a two-night stay on Friday and Saturday, excluding Feb. 5-7 and Feb. 12-14, and $289 for a one-night stay Sunday through Thursday. During the week, guests can add another night for $99. The 20 percent discount at Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant does not apply to the hotel&rsquo;s Sunday Brunch. The spa is closed on Mondays and open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 9 am to 7 pm and on Sundays from 9 am to 5 pm.
 
In addition to the spa, the hotel provides complimentary bikes to guests. Hotel Galvez also features a heated, eco-friendly saline-treated pool, hot tub, and private cabanas as well as fitness center and steam room in the spa. For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com and check the special offers.  
 
The AAA four-diamond rated Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, is owned by the George Mitchell family and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa participates in the Wyndham Rewards&reg; program, the world&rsquo;s largest lodging loyalty program based on the more than 6,000 participating hotels, and offer the brand&rsquo;s Wyndham ByRequest&reg; personalized benefits including free high speed Internet access and favorite snack and beverage. Wyndham Rewards&reg; points can be redeemed for complimentary hotel stays, airline tickets, name-brand merchandise and dining and shopping gift cards, among other options. In lieu of points, Wyndham Rewards members may elect to earn airline or rail miles with a variety of participating companies. More information is available at www.wyndhamrewards.com. 

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All Wyndham hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint-venture partner.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=524267" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:01:36 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotels Celebrate Mardi Gras</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Galveston&rsquo;s historic hotels &ndash; Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa and The Tremont House, both Wyndham Grand Hotels, will celebrate Mardi Gras with history, live music, food, parade viewing and a salute to the Chinese New Year.
 
ArtWalk 
As part of the 2010 Mardi Gras! Galveston celebration, The Tremont House is hosting an exhibit entitled, &ldquo;26 Years of Celebrations Through Invitations and Doubloons&rdquo; on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. as part of the city&rsquo;s ArtWalk. The exhibit features framed invitations and doubloons from its annual Mardi Gras balls dating back to 1985 when the hotel opened in conjunction with the city&rsquo;s revival of Mardi Gras in Galveston. The event is free and open to the public.
 
New Orleans Style Brunch at Hotel Galvez
Sunday Brunch at the Hotel Galvez will take on a New Orleans flair during the Galveston Mardi Gras season beginning on Sunday, Jan. 24 and continuing on every Sunday through Sunday, Feb. 14, complete with Mardi Gras beads for all guests. This themed brunch is featuring various New Orleans cuisine favorites as well as the popular brunch items including carved prime rib, assorted seafood, made to order omelets &amp; pasta bar, an incredible array of desserts and complimentary champagne and mimosas. The cost is $32 for adults; $28 for senior citizens; and $19 for children ages 6 to 12. For reservations, call (409) 765-7721, bernardos@wyndham.com, or www.bernardosathotelgalvez.com.
 
Three Parades Traveling Past Hotel Galvez on Feb. 6
The first parade of the season in Galveston is at noon on Saturday, Feb. 6 with the Mystic Krewe of Aquarius 25th Annual Parade. The parade starts at 14th and Seawall Blvd. and passes directly in front of Hotel Galvez. The Galveston County Firefighters Association Fire Truck Parade begins at 3 p.m. on 14th and Seawall Blvd. This parade also passes directly in front of the hotel. The last Seawall parade of the evening, The Krewe of Gambrinus &ldquo;Cheers to Our Buds: The Del Papa Family&rdquo; Parade, begins at 6 p.m. on 23rd and Seawall and just two blocks west of the hotel.
 
Free Live Entertainment on Feb. 12
Guests at The Tremont House can enjoy a special preview performance by the Quaker City String Band at 5 p.m. in front of the hotel.  The Quaker City String Band is known for their colorful costumes and lively music and has performed in the Philadelphia Mummer&rsquo;s Parade since 1931 and has been a Mardi Gras! Galveston tradition since 1985. New Orleans native and jazz clarinetist Dr. Michael White and his Jazz Quartet performs in the hotel&rsquo;s Toujouse Bar from 7 to 10 p.m. As part of the evening, Tremont Caf&eacute; is featuring some Mardi Gras inspired menu items. Shortly after 8 p.m., the Krewe Babulu 5th Annual All Krewe Parade is passing in front of the hotel.
 
The Tremont House 26th Annual Mardi Gras Ball on Feb. 13
Galveston&rsquo;s Mardi Gras celebration peaks during The Tremont House 26th Annual Mardi Gras Ball and Parade Viewing Party celebrating &ldquo;A Chinese New Year&rdquo; on Saturday, Feb. 13. The ball begins at 6 p.m. and tickets are $350 per couple which includes an open bar, an extensive buffet featuring Asian cuisine, live music by The Brew from Austin in the lobby and the Dr. Michael White Jazz Quartet in the dining area. Ball guests will also enjoy prime viewing of the Momus Grand Night Parade as floats and marching bands stop directly in front of the hotel to perform. After the parade, ball goers will venture to the after party in the hotel&rsquo;s ballroom for performances by Chinese cultural dancers Lee&rsquo;s Golden Dragon Dance Troupe from Houston followed by dancing to the sounds of Eclipse Band and Orchestra. Breakfast will be served at the conclusion of the evening. A portion of the proceeds from the ball will benefit Rosenberg Library. The Tremont House is offering a two-night package that includes accommodations, two tickets to the ball on Saturday, Feb l3, 2010 and parade viewing of the Momus Grand Night Parade For Mardi Gras ball reservations, call (409) 763-0300, email mgreservations@wyndham.com or purchase tickets online at www.Galveston.com/MardiGrasBall.
 
Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa and The Tremont House, owned by the George Mitchell family and part of Mitchell Historic Properties, are members of the National Trust Historic Hotels of America. For reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.Wyndham.com. Both properties participate in the Wyndham Rewards&reg; program, the world&rsquo;s largest lodging loyalty program based on the more than 6,000 participating hotels, and offer the brand&rsquo;s Wyndham ByRequest&reg; personalized benefits including free high speed Internet access and favorite snack and beverage. Wyndham Rewards&reg; points can be redeemed for complimentary hotel stays, airline tickets, name-brand merchandise and dining and shopping gift cards, among other options. In lieu of points, members may elect to earn airline or rail miles with a variety of partners. More information is available at www.wyndhamrewards.com. 

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All Wyndham hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint-venture partner.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=483265" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
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<title>Galveston's Historic Hotels Join Wyndham Grand Collection</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Galveston&rsquo;s historic hotels, Hotel Galvez and The Tremont House, have joined the Wyndham Grand Collection, an exclusive group of sophisticated hotels around the world known for attentive service, relaxing surroundings and thoughtful touches.
 
&ldquo;The Wyndham Grand Collection is the crown jewel of the Wyndham family with a reputation for providing one-of-a-kind experiences with a compelling local flavor,&rdquo; said Steve Cunningham, complex general manager who oversees both hotels.  &ldquo;Hotel Galvez and The Tremont House both capture the history and local charm of Galveston Island and makes a great addition to the Wyndham Grand Collection.&rdquo;
 
Other Wyndham Grand Collection hotels include Corinthia hotels in Hungary, Portugal and the Czech Republic as well as the Rio Mar Beach Resort and Spa, Wyndham Grand in Puerto Rico; the Veneto, Wyndham Grand in Panama City; the Wyndham Grand London Chelsea Harbour; and the collection&rsquo;s latest addition, the luxury Graves 601 Hotel, Wyndham Grand in Minneapolis, among others.
 
Wyndham Grand Collection hotels offer flexible meeting space, elegant ballrooms and audiovisual capabilities suited equally for business and social events.  Hotel Galvez and The Tremont House, both managed by Wyndham Hotel Management, Inc., an affiliate of Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, were formerly designated Wyndham Historic Hotels. Both are part of Mitchell Historic Properties, owned by the George Mitchell family, and listed on the National Trust Historic Hotels of America.
 
For reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.Wyndham.com.  
 
Both properties participate in the Wyndham Rewards&reg; program, the world&rsquo;s largest lodging loyalty program based on the more than 6,000 participating hotels, and offer the brand&rsquo;s Wyndham ByRequest&reg; personalized benefits. Wyndham Rewards&reg; points can be redeemed for complimentary hotel stays, airline tickets, name-brand merchandise and dining and shopping gift cards, among other options. In lieu of points, Wyndham Rewards members may elect to earn airline or rail miles with a variety of participating companies. More information is available at www.wyndhamrewards.com. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All Wyndham hotels are either franchised or managed by the company or managed through a joint-venture partner.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=477505" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[Martin H. Miles
Complex Food &amp; Beverage Director
Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, The Tremont House, Harbor House Hotel &amp; Marina
Managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC
Part of Mitchell Historic Properties
Galveston, TX
 
Marty Miles joined the staff as complex food &amp; beverage director in November 2009. Marty, a 25-year food-and-beverage veteran, oversees the restaurants, bars and banquet and catering service at Hotel Galvez, The Tremont House and Harbor House Hotel &amp; Marina. He previously was the founder and president of Casino Food and Beverage Solutions LLC, a Las Vegas firm that offers consulting services to casinos, resorts, hotels, restaurants, lounges and convention centers.
 
Earlier, he led the food and beverage services of Harrah&rsquo;s Entertainment Inc., where he created a recruiting system targeting the nation&rsquo;s top culinary schools.  As a result of his efforts, the company improved the talent and strength of its culinary and restaurant management teams. Earlier, he held senior food and beverage positions at Patriot American Hospitality, Richfield Hospitality Services and Doubletree Hotels &amp; Resorts. Miles holds two professional designations, the Certified Hotel Administration and Certified Food and Beverage Executive.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=442115" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 17:03:39 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:51:29 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotel–Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa to Offer Great Holiday Discounts in December</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Texas&rsquo; only historic beachfront hotel will offer holiday discounts on its spa and restaurant during the month of December. Hotel Galvez&rsquo; Getaway for the Holidays package includes discounts to downtown merchants with complimentary shuttle service, two tickets to Moody Gardens Festival of Lights, a 15 percent discount on a special holiday-themed spa treatment and a 20 percent discount on food at Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant at Hotel Galvez.
 
This package is $399 for a two-night stay on Friday and Saturday, excluding Dec. 4 and 5, and $269 for a two-night stay Sunday through Thursday. The 25 percent discount does not apply to the hotel&rsquo;s Sunday Brunch with Santa or the hotel&rsquo;s  Christmas Day Brunch.
 
Hotel Galvez is transformed to celebrate the holiday season with elegant Christmas trees, palm trees and its annual gingerbread replica display of the historic hotel created by Executive Chef Jerry Helminksi.
 
During the month of December, the hotel&rsquo;s live entertainment will take on a holiday theme on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sundays, from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can also enjoy holiday-themed specialty drinks. For those who want to enjoy the sites by bicycle, the hotel now provides complimentary bikes to guests. For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com and check the special offers. 
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham&reg; Historic Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez, which is rated four diamonds by AAA, is owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For more information, visit www.wyndham.com.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=354995" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotel–Hotel Galvez to Host Holiday Lighting Celebration November 27 REVISED</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Hotel Galvez will host its second annual Holiday Lighting Celebration on Friday, Nov. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. This celebration will feature a special visit by Santa Claus, holiday entertainment by Galveston Ballet and Galveston College Choir, holiday greetings by Galveston Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas, and a special appearance by Queen Victoria to invite guests to the upcoming Dickens on The Strand.
 
Festivities begin at 6 p.m. with the arrival of Santa Claus by carriage. Guests are invited to take pictures with Santa, sing carols and enjoy holiday entertainment during the evening. The highlight of the evening will be the moment when the Mayor hits the switch to officially light up the hotel for the holiday season. Festivities will take place on the front lawn of the hotel.
 
As part of the event, Executive Chef Jerry Helminski will unveil his holiday gingerbread display &ndash; a gingerbread replica of the Hotel Galvez, while the lobby bar will feature holiday specialty drinks. The event is free to the public and sponsored by Mitchell Historic Properties and Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa. 
 
Santa Claus will make additional special appearances at the hotel&rsquo;s Sunday Brunch with Santa on Dec. 6, 13 and 20, where guests are invited to have their pictures taken with Santa. During the month of December, the hotel&rsquo;s live entertainment will take on a holiday theme on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. and Sundays, from 11 am to 2 p.m.
 
The Hotel Galvez is also offering a Thanksgiving Getaway Package that includes Thanksgiving Day Brunch for two, tickets to Moody Gardens Festival of Lights and a &ldquo;Thank You Special for Two&rdquo; at The Spa at the Hotel Galvez with a 50 percent discount on a second spa service. The package, available Nov. 25-28, is $369 for a two-night stay on Wednesday and Thanksgiving Thursday or $479 for a stay on Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday, based on double occupancy. For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com and see special offers. 
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham&reg; Historic Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez, which is rated four diamonds by AAA, is owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For more information, visit www.wyndham.com.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=339501" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>America's Spookiest Inns and Hotels on The Early Show</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:04:50 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Great Day Houston - Haunting of Room 501 at Hotel Galvez</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:38:26 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:08:45 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:18:44 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Hot Spot - Hotel Galvez</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:16:18 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:12:51 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:57:13 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotel - ‘Haunted’ Hotel Galvez Offers Public Ghost Tour on Thursdays</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Hotel Galvez has extended its ghost tour, typically reserved for guests, to the public on Thursdays beginning on Oct. 8 and continuing through Oct. 29. The tour lasts approximately one hour and begins at 5:30 p.m. Tickets for the tour are $10 per person and available in the hotel&rsquo;s gift shop. Visitors should present their tickets at the concierge desk. Ticket holders will also receive a 20 percent discount at Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant at Hotel Galvez.
 
Tour participants will join Hotel Concierge Jackie Hasan who will lead a tour using an electromagnetic field detector and infrared thermometer to conduct a paranormal investigation in the 98-year-old beachfront hotel. &ldquo;Over the years, guests have reported seeing or feeling a presence in some parts of the hotel primarily on the fifth floor,&rdquo; says Hasan.
 
Recently, the hotel was the site of an investigation by The Discovery Channel&rsquo;s Ghost Lab program to air in the fall.  
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham&reg; Historic Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. The hotel also offers its Ghosts of the Galvez package during the month of October. For reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com and check special offers. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For more information, visit www.wyndham.com. <img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=303650" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:46:19 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotel - ‘Haunted’ Hotel Galvez Offers Ghost Tour Package</title>
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Spirits believed to roam Hotel Galvez are preparing to welcome guests who arrive for the Ghosts of the Galvez package.
 
Guests who elect the two-night package will join the concierge who will lead a tour using an electromagnetic field detector and infrared thermometer to conduct their own paranormal investigation for ghosts in the 98-year-old beachfront hotel.  As a souvenir, the package includes a copy of Ghosts Along the Texas Coast by Docia Schultz Williams. Guests will also receive a 10 percent discount on a special fall themed treatment of their choice at The Spa at the Hotel Galvez to relax after their frightful tour plus a 25 percent discount at Bernardo&rsquo;s Restaurant.
 
&ldquo;Over the years, guests have reported seeing or feeling a presence in some parts of the hotel primarily on the fifth floor,&rdquo; says Hotel Galvez Concierge Jackie Hasan who leads the ghost tours. &ldquo;There is also a story a heartbroken bride-to-be still waiting in Room 501 for her lost love.&rdquo;
 
She adds, &ldquo;In 1900, Galveston was the site of the worst natural disaster in United States history to that point and an estimated 6,000 people lost their lives. Although the hotel opened in 1911, I think that sometimes these lost souls lose their way.&rdquo;
 
Recently, the hotel was the site of an investigation by The Discovery Channel&rsquo;s Ghost Lab program to air in the fall.  
 
The Ghosts of Galvez package, a two-night package, is available Oct. 1 through Oct. 31 for $525 on Friday and Saturday and $325 Sunday through Thursday, based on double occupancy. Ghost tours are offered Wednesday through Sunday for guests at 5:30 p.m. Visitors can join in on the regularly scheduled tour for $10.
 
The Hotel Galvez was built as a symbol of Galveston&rsquo;s resilience following the Great Storm of 1900. A group of businessmen pulled their resources and raised $1 million to open the hotel on June 10, 1911.
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham&reg; Historic Hotel and a National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit www.WyndhamHotelGalvez.com. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For more information, visit www.wyndham.com. 
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:06:15 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>What’s New at Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Galveston Recovery Post Hurricane Ike
 
Galveston Island is well on its way to recovery following Hurricane Ike. Hotel Galvez reopened to the public on Oct. 15, 2008 just four weeks after Hurricane Ike struck Galveston on Sept. 13, 2008. The Spa at the Hotel Galvez reopened on June 10, 2009 in conjunction with the hotel’s 98th anniversary.
 
New Spa Inspired Rooms on the Sixth Floor – Completed February 2009
 
Hotel Galvez now offers new spa inspired sleeping rooms on the sixth floor featuring a rain shower, Simmons® HealthSmart™ mattresses, Anichini bedding manufactured in Italy, 42” flat screen television and special amenities such as a personal refrigerator with Natura water, spa robe and slippers, books, and iPod iHome players. These spa rooms are Wyndham ClearAir Rooms featuring the PURE system offering allergen- and germ-free guest rooms through a seven-step air purification process where 98-100 percent of all viruses and bacteria are eliminated. 
 
Fully Renovated Suites on the Seventh and Eighth Floors – Completed March 200
 
Hotel Galvez now offers fully renovated suites on the seventh and eighth floors of the hotel. Suites feature a 42” flat screen television, new furnishings, new carpeting, Anichini bedding manufactured in Italy, soothing colors and plantation shutters. 
 
Renovated Private Party/Entertainment Area on Seventh Floor – Completed March 2009
 
The private party/entertainment area on the seventh floor, available exclusively to suite guests only, was recently renovated to feature new travertine floors, a wetbar, pool table and lounge with 42” flat screen television, small library and sound system. 
 
Note: The renovations to the sixth, seventh and eighth floors were scheduled prior to Hurricane Ike. 
 
Allergen and Germ Free Meeting Rooms – Completed June 2009
 
The Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa now offers Wyndham ClearAir meeting space with the PURE system. The PURE system provides allergen- and germ-free guest and meeting rooms through a seven-step air purification process where 98-100 percent of all viruses and bacteria are eliminated. All room surfaces are treated to remove and hinder contaminants. As part of this process, a tea tree oil cartridge is installed that acts as a natural disinfectant. The hotel offers 13,000 square feet of meeting space in 9 rooms. The PURE system, which is recognized by the FDA as a class II medical device, is the most comprehensive allergy-friendly system in the hospitality industry. ClearAir sleeping rooms are an optional upgrade. In sleeping rooms, the air is filtered every 15 minutes.
 
Bernardo’s Introduces Menu Inspired by Namesake – July 2009
 
This summer, Hotel Galvez Executive Chef Jerry Helminski introduced a new menu at Bernardo’s Restaurant to reflect the influences of its namesake – Bernardo de Gálvez. Gálvez, who was born in Málaga, Spain on July 23, 1746, was the Governor of Texas and Louisiana as well as Cuba during the late 1700’s. Helminski has created a new menu that celebrates the Spanish, Cuban and Louisiana influences of Galvez’s life, while continuing to feature local favorites such as fresh Gulf seafood. New dishes include Tomato Gazpacho, Monte Cubano Sandwich and Chili Rubbed Swordfish.
 
Newly renovated pool and addition of cabanas - Completed September 2008
 
Guests at the Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa can enjoy a newly renovated, environmentally friendly pool complete with swim-up bar, whirlpool spa, private cabanas and an enhanced pool menu featuring fresh seafood and regional fare. The pool now features antique stone and mosaic glass Italian tiles, and a tile fountain. 
 
The pool area also features hand-woven furniture and cabanas from Spain. Each poolside cabana are furnished with two or four chaise lounges, sun-care products, daily newspaper and a deck of playing cards as well as a refrigerator stocked with water, assorted soft drinks and a fresh fruit plate. Two-guest or four-guest cabanas may be rented for $200 to $300 depending on day of the week and season. Prices are subject to change. 
 
Hotel Galvez To Celebrate 100th Anniversary in 2011 
 
Request for Photos, Stories &amp; Mementos 
 
The Hotel Galvez was built as a symbol of Galveston’s resilience following the Great Storm of 1900. A group of businessmen pulled their resources and raised $1 million to open the hotel on June 10, 1911 at 6 p.m. The hotel has a colorful history from serving as a temporary White House for the staff of President Franklin Roosevelt to serving as a working facility for the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and as a headquarters for the Pageants of Pulchritude, the beauty pageants that were predecessors to the Miss America Pageant. 
 
Hotel Galvez invites former guests and visitors to share their family photos, stories and mementos of the historic hotel for a commemorative book and display. Gary Cartwright, author of “Galveston – A History of the Island,” is writing a commemorative book on the hotel which will be released in December 2010. Photos and stories can be posted on the Hotel Galvez Facebook Page or mailed to Hotel Galvez Marketing &amp; Sales, 2024 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77550. Duplicate photos or digital photos, rather than original photos, are requested as they will not be returned. <img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=179193" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:30:05 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas (July 17, 2009) – Galveston’s Hotel Galvez, known as the “Queen of the Gulf,” has graced the beachfront since 1911. As the hotel prepares for its 100th anniversary in 2011, Hotel Galvez invites former guests and visitors to share their family photos, stories and mementos of the historic hotel for a commemorative book and display. 
 
Gary Cartwright, author of “Galveston – A History of the Island,” is writing this commemorative book on the hotel which will be released in December 2010. “Over the years, Hotel Galvez has been the site for numerous weddings, proms, parties and balls as well as honeymoons and family trips,” says Cartwright. “These personal photos and stories will complement the content of this book.”
 
Photos and stories can be posted on the Hotel Galvez Facebook Page or mailed to Hotel Galvez Marketing &amp; Sales, 2024 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX 77550. Duplicate photos or digital photos, rather than original photos, are requested as they will not be returned. 
 
The Hotel Galvez was built as a symbol of Galveston’s resilience following the Great Storm of 1900. A group of businessmen pulled their resources and raised $1 million to open the hotel on June 10, 1911 at 6 p.m. The hotel has a colorful history from serving as a temporary White House for the staff of President Franklin Roosevelt to serving as a working facility for the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. In the 1920s through 1940s, Hotel Galvez was the social hub of Galveston then known as the “Playground of the Southwest.” 
 
The Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham® Historic Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. The Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell and as such is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit http://www.wyndhamhotelgalvez.com/. 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates,subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For additional information or to make a reservation, go to http://www.wyndham.com/.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=169662" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 19:30:05 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas (July 13, 2009) –Hotel Galvez Executive Chef Jerry Helminski has introduced a new menu at Bernardo’s Restaurant to reflect the influences of its namesake – Bernardo de Gálvez. Gálvez, who was born in Málaga, Spain on July 23, 1746, was the Governor of Texas and Louisiana as well as Cuba during the late 1700’s. 
 
As viceroy of New Spain, he ordered a survey of the Gulf Coast and the largest bay was named Bahía de Galvezton. Today, this area is known as Galveston, Texas. Helminski has created a new menu for this Galveston restaurant that celebrates the Spanish, Cuban and Louisiana influences of Gálvez’s life, while continuing to feature local favorites such as fresh Gulf seafood. 
 
"My goal at Bernardo’s has always been to preserve the past and the rich history of this Grand Hotel while keeping an eye on the future and current guest feedback,” says Helminski. “This change reflects both of those objectives. I wanted to highlight our namesake while still keeping our customers wishes - A little Spanish twist on fresh seafood. Enjoy!"
 
New lunch menu items include:


Tomato Gazpacho 

Shrimp and Andoullie Skewers 

Blackened Chicken and Poblano Sandwich served with sweet potato fries 

Monte Cubano – made with a Cuban twist and served with fried yuca with garlic mojo

Shrimp and Garlic Pasta 

Grilled Red Fish Salad served with honey-chipotle vinaigrette
New dinner menu items include:


Baked Mussels

Garlic Prawns a la Plancha

Garlic and Saffron Soup

Cabrales Wedge 

Blackened Red Fish 

Chili Rubbed Swordfish served with yuca fries and black bean-banana puree and quesa fesco

Pan Roasted Seabass served with baby Yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach and andoullie cream

Almond Chicken served with sherry vinegar syrup and chickpea and chorizo

Cabrales Covered Filet Mignon with Cabrales served with cheese topping and roasted tomatoes and fork mashed potatoes
Bernardo’s Fisherman’s Stew, Galvez Shrimp and Chicken Pasta and the 16 oz. Dry Aged Bone-in Ribeye are still on the menu. Bernardo’s is the only Galveston restaurant that offers dry aged steak. It is USDA prime beef dry aged for 28 days under strict temperature and humidity controls. 
 
Bernardo’s now accepts online reservations at http://www.bernardosathotelgalvez.com/ or call (409) 515-2117. The Hotel Galvez, rated four diamonds by AAA, is a Wyndham Historic Hotel and member in the National Trust Historic Hotels of America. The Hotel Galvez is owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell and is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. For room reservations, call (409) 765-7721, (800) WYNDHAM, or visit http://http://www.wyndhamhotelgalvez.com/.
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, and its affiliates, subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate.For more information, visit www.wyndham.com.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=169663" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:30:05 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Spa in Galveston Re-opens Following Hurricane Ike</title>
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<description><![CDATA[GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas (July 9, 2009) - The Hotel Galvez, a Wyndham Historic Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, reopened its 9,736 square-foot spa in conjunction with the hotel’s 98th anniversary on June 10. The spa opened following a full restoration to repair damage sustained from Hurricane Ike. This multi-million dollar hotel spa in Galveston originally opened in March 2008 and includes an accompanying salon and fitness center. 
 
The Spa at the Hotel Galvez offer a total of eight treatment rooms including a couples’ treatment room for manicures, pedicures, facials and massage services. The Hotel Galvez is the only spa to offer two Vichy showers and a Swiss shower treatment room. The spa is Galveston’s only Kérastase level salon, a distinction only given to approximately 1,000 upscale salons nationwide. Additionally, the spa is the first in Galveston to offer ultrasonic microdermabrasion treatments. The ultrasonic method uses sound waves to exfoliate the skin. Between services, guests can unwind indoors or outdoors in the Relaxation Room or Meditation Garden.
 
The spa has been restored with the same Mediterranean-inspired décor designed to complement the architectural features of the hotel and create an inviting coastal sanctuary for guests. France-based Phytomer and Yonka products are featured. Phytomer, meaning “plants of the sea,” follows the principles of thalassotherapy, or marine therapy. Yonka is a pioneer of aesthetic aromatherapy and phytotherapy. 
 
The salon is a Kérastase level six-station salon. Other featured products include Creative Design nail products, La Bella Donna cosmetics and L’Oreal for hair color. Four pedicure chairs, a three-station manicure bar, a retail boutique and lobby complete the salon. 
 
The full-service fitness center is equipped with Precor treadmills, elliptical cross trainers and cycles all fitted with 12-inch personal flat screen television screens and complete with MP3 and iPod docking stations. 
 
The Spa is open Mondays – Fridays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check the Web Site for monthly weekday specials. For more information about The Spa, call 409-515-2100 or visit http://www.thespaatthehotelgalvez.com/
 
The AAA four-Diamond rated Hotel Galvez belongs to Mitchell Historic Properties. The historic hotel is located on the Island’s beachfront and offers 226 guest rooms including spa-inspired suites on the sixth floor and seven distinctive suites on the seventh and eighth floors. For Hotel Galvez information, call (409) 765-7721, (800)-WYNDHAM, or visit http://www.wyndhamhotelgalvez.com/.
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates,subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For additional information or to make a reservation, go to www.wyndham.com.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=169664" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:30:05 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Galveston Hotel – Hotel Galvez Celebrates 98th Anniversary</title>
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<description><![CDATA[GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas (June 5, 2009) – Galveston’s Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa, A Wyndham® Historic Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, will celebrate its 98th anniversary on Wednesday, June 10. The hotel will serve complimentary cake and punch in the lobby from 4 to 6 p.m. as well as offer tours of its newly reopened spa. 
 
Photo Courtesy of Rosenberg Library, Galveston, TX
 
The Hotel Galvez was built as a symbol of Galveston’s resilience following the Great Storm of 1900. A group of businessmen pulled their resources and raised $1 million to open the hotel on June 10, 1911 at 6 p.m. This elegant beachfront hotel was immediately proclaimed “Queen of the Gulf.”
 
The hotel has a colorful history from serving as a temporary White House for President Franklin Roosevelt to serving as a working facility for the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and as a headquarters for the Pageants of Pulchritude, the beauty pageants that were predecessors to the Miss America Pageant. The Hotel Galvez is now one of the most popular choices for brides, hosting an average of 120 weddings every year. 
 
In 1937, President Franklin Roosevelt spent ten days at the hotel and held a meeting with newly elected Congressman and future president, Lyndon B. Johnson. President Dwight Eisenhower was also a guest in later years. In the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, the Hotel Galvez was the social hub of Galveston then known as the “Playground of the Southwest.” Bandleader Phil Harris and actress Alice Faye married at Hotel Galvez and numerous celebrities including Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and Jimmy Stewart stayed at the hotel. 
 
The Hotel Galvez remains the only historic beachfront hotel in Galveston. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and owned by Galveston preservationists Cynthia and George Mitchell. The hotel is part of Mitchell Historic Properties. For room reservations, call (800) WYNDHAM, or visit http://www.wyndhamhotelgalvez.com/. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC and its affiliates,subsidiaries of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offer upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, China and the Caribbean. All hotels are either franchised or managed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or an affiliate. For additional information or to make a reservation, go to http://www.wyndham.com/.<img src="http://pressroom.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/rss.ashx?id=169665" height="1" width="1" />]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:30:05 GMT</pubDate>
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