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    Royal Caribbean announces fall cruises and breaks ground on techy new Galveston terminal

    Steven Devadanam
    Aug 25, 2021 | 4:07 pm
    Royal Caribbean Galveston terminal Allure
    Royal Caribbean's new terminal will house the massive new Allure of the Seas ship.
    Rendering courtesy of Royal Caribbean International

    A state-of-the-art terminal is coming to Galveston in time for a (hopeful) return to serious cruising. Royal Caribbean International recently broke ground on a new, $125 million cruise terminal to serve as homeport for its award-winning Oasis Class ship, Allure of the Seas.

    The techy new terminal is set to open by fall 2022, the company notes.

    Those familiar with the cruise line will recognize Allure as one of the brand’s largest ships. The first of its kind to sail from Galveston, Allure will sail seven-night western Caribbean itineraries starting November 2022, per an announcement.

    Royal Caribbean hopes to lure Allure guests with myriad entertainment options, including a zip line that flies across the ship 10 decks high, a pair of FlowRider surf simulators, dedicated spaces for kids and teens, entertainment across four stages – air, ice, water and stage – and the open-air AquaTheater.

    Meanwhile, Houston and Texas cruise travelers concerned about the COVID uptick can take comfort. A Royal Caribbean spokesperson confirms to CultureMap that Galveston cruises are still on; four-day western Caribbean itineraries sailing in September 2021 can be found here.

    As for the terminal, the facility will boast mobile check-in and facial recognition features to speed up guests’ arrival. Extra attention was paid to environmental concerns; the terminal is designed to meet global LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental) health, efficiency, and sustainability standards, a release notes.

    Currently, Galveston, the sole cruise port in Texas, houses Royal Caribbean’s Independence and Liberty of the Seas, which are the largest cruise ships homeported in the area.

    “This new cruise terminal is a game-changer,” said Rodger Rees, Galveston Wharves port director and CEO at the recent groundbreaking. “This much-anticipated project will bring 800 new jobs, $1.4 billion in local business services revenue, $5.6 million in state and local taxes, and incredible business development opportunities.”

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    Texas farm's massive corn maze honors the late Dolly Parton

    Brandon Watson
    Sep 17, 2026 | 9:00 am
    Dolly Parton corn maze.
    Photo courtesy of The MAiZE Inc
    San Antonians can find the corn maze near Corpus Christi.

    A Robstown, Texas farm is giving a larger-than-life salute to Dolly Parton. Rockin’ K Farms, about three-and-a-half hours from Houston near Corpus Christi, has built a massive corn maze in tribute to the country music icon, who passed away in late August.

    The maze is one of 20 U.S. attractions designed by Utah-based The MAiZE Inc. The corn maize consulting company has gone viral in recent years for its campaigns honoring some of Nashville’s biggest stars, including Reba McEntire in 2023, Luke Bryan in 2024, and Lainey Wilson in 2025.

    "We are beyond humbled to honor Dolly's legacy, joining the world in mourning the passing of a true American treasure," said MAiZE founder Brett Herbst in a release. "Dolly's impact on the world and her love for farming is immeasurable, and our corn maze tributes now take on new meaning and significance.”

    The Robstown maze features a profile of the late singer sporting her signature big, blonde hairdo. A guitar and butterfly — Parton’s personal symbol since childhood — complete the image.

    Once inside the labyrinth, guests at Rockin’ K will be able to hunt for clues and play an interactive trivia game testing their knowledge of all things Dolly. Throughout the fall season, visitors will also be able to pose for photo ops, take part in storytelling sessions, and listen to live music.

    Fittingly, the corn maze honor Parton’s philanthropic work as much as her musical legacy. Each participating site will donate a portion of their proceeds to Imagination Library, the singer’s nonprofit literacy program that provides free books to children from birth to age five.

    The charitable contribution might have been one reason Parton gave the project her blessing, even though she sometimes shied away from tributes.

    “I’m grateful for the support of my Imagination Library and am excited to invite people out to get lost in this year’s country music corn maze for a little fun, laughter, and a real good reason to get lost,” Parton said in a statement prior to her death.

    In addition to the Dolly corn maze, visitors to Rockin’ K will also find plenty of other family friendly fun, including mini golf, slides, a petting zoo, paintball, and backyard games. There’s also festival food and a pumpkin patch for those who want to carve out their own Parton homages at home.

    The Dolly Parton corn maze is open September 26 through November 7 and included in regular Rockin’ K admission ($19.61 online). Hours are noon-10 pm on Saturdays and noon-7 pm on Sundays, except for Halloween night, when the farm closes at 5 pm. Rockin' K Farms is located at 5385 County Rd 52 in Robstown.

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