Recently I've read several postings complaining about the high cost of flights to Galveston from Boston. I am originally from Massachusetts but have lived in Houston for over 20 years. When I visit family In Mass. I fly into Providence on Southwest for just a little over $200. Consider driving to Providence instead of Boston for a more reasonable flight into Houston. Houston Hobby airport is much closer to Galveston than IAH.
The high price of hotels in Galveston in early December is due to the Dickens on the Strand festival. IN February we have Mardi Gras in Galveston so book hotels early.
Dijo