COST OF LIVING OVERVIEW. Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Massachusetts, Massachusetts is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Massachusetts, Massachusetts is more expensive.
Galveston, TX. Set sail from a historic jewel in the Gulf of Mexico on Carnival cruises out of Galveston, Texas. Perched on the Gulf Coast, Galveston was a major commercial port in the late 1800s and has the restored architecture and proud history to show for it. Galvestonâs long seawall stretches from beach to beach and offers gulf views the whole way.
The Port of Galveston was established in 1825 by the Congress of Mexico following its successful revolution from Spain. The city served as the main port for the Texas Navy during the Texas Revolution and later served as the capital of the Republic of Texas. During the 19th century, Galveston became a major U.S. commercial center and one of the largest ports in the United States. Galveston is known for the hurricane that devastated the city in 1900. The natural disaster that followed still counts as the deadliest in American history.