Meet Jerry

My Story: From First-Time Cruiser to Your Cruise Guide

Hi, I’m Jerry, and I’ve been helping Texans discover the joy of cruising from Galveston. But before I became the “Galveston Cruise Guy,” I was just like you—curious about cruising, wondering if it was worth it, and not sure where to start.

My first cruise was in 1991. I was skeptical. Would I get bored on a ship? Would I get seasick? Would it feel touristy and fake? Those concerns disappeared within the first few hours onboard. There’s something about waking up in a new destination, exploring a Caribbean port, and coming back to your floating hotel where dinner is waiting—it just works.

Over the years, I’ve sailed seven cruises, all with Carnival, and every single one taught me something new. I learned which cabins to book and which to avoid. I figured out the embarkation shortcuts, the dining strategies, and the money-saving hacks that most people discover the hard way. I became that friend everyone called when they were thinking about booking a cruise.

So I made it official. I became a cruise specialist focusing exclusively on Carnival sailings from Galveston. Why Carnival? Because they’re the most consistent, the most fun, and they dominate the Galveston market. Why Galveston? Because I’m based in San Antonio, and I know what Texas cruisers need—from the best route to the port to where to park overnight.

When you book with me, you’re not getting a corporate travel agent reading from a script. You’re getting someone who has actually sailed these ships, walked these ports, and made the rookie mistakes so you don’t have to. I know which excursions are worth the money and which are tourist traps. I know the best time to arrive at embarkation to skip the lines. I know which cabins have obstructed views and which have the best sunrise balconies.

And here’s the thing: this doesn’t cost you a penny extra. You pay the exact same price as booking directly with Carnival, but you get my expertise, my support, and my personal phone number for questions along the way. The cruise line pays my commission—never you.

I also run SATX Select Liquidators, an estate sale business here in San Antonio with 6 years of estate sale experience. That background taught me something crucial: people appreciate honesty, attention to detail, and someone who genuinely wants to help them get the best deal. I bring that same approach to helping you book your cruise.

Whether this is your first cruise or your tenth, I’m here to make sure you have the best possible experience from start to finish. Let’s get you on the water.