National Tourism Week, a collective effort across the U.S., celebrates the cultural and social benefits created by travel and tourism.
 
In San Antonio, travel and tourism is the city's second largest economic sector, with an estimated impact of $10.5 billion annually. It employs roughly 100,000 people and brings 26 million people a year to San Antonio.

2009 Schedule of Events 

Special offers and discounts for San Antonio's hospitality workforce

Nominate someone you know for the 2009 Robert H. H. Hugman Award

Schedule of Events

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Salute to Hospitality Students
Open House & Happy Hour
Sponsored by San Antonio Area Tourism Council
The Depot @ Historic Sunset Station
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
RSVP to Linda Winchester, (210) 886-9991 or lindatourism@stic.net
 

Sunday, May 10

Hospitality Day at SeaWorld San Antonio
SeaWorld will offer two (2) complimentary tickets, valid only on Sunday, May 10, 2009, for all employees of San Antonio hotels, attractions, CVB, Convention Center, local airline/ground transportation. The Park is open from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Parking is $15. Proof of employment, such as a payroll stub or Employee ID, must be presented in person, along with a photo ID to receive the two (2) complimentary tickets. Also, eligible hospitality workers can purchase four (4) additional one-day admissions at $27.50 each (+tax). Registration tables will be located at the Front Gate from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 10th only.
Contact: Jo Cox, (210) 523-3000.
 

Tuesday, May 12

Salute to San Antonio Firefighters and Paramedics
Sponsored by Louis Tussaud’s Wax Works & Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Louis Tussaud’s Wax Works & Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
Contact: Janie Droemer, (210) 224-9299.
 

Wednesday, May 13

Taxi Driver Appreciation Day
Sponsored by Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Downtown
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
1170 E. Commerce St
Contact: Jon Edwards, (210) 227-8847.
 

Thursday, May 14

Salute to Law Enforcement
Sponsored by Rivercenter Mall
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Rivercenter Mall Lagoon
Contact: Brenda Dean Hockaday, (210) 225-0689.
 

SACVB Presentation & Reception
Co-Sponsored by the Pearl Stables
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Pearl Stables at the historic Pearl Brewery
Presentation regarding “In the Heart” meetings and the Hugman Hospitality Award. Reception to follow presentations.
Contact: Robert Salluce, (210) 207-6718 or robertsalluce@visitsanantonio.com
 

Saturday, May 16

Free Downtown Walking Tour
The Professional Tour Guide Association of San Antonio welcomes visitors, newcomers and military personnel with a free walking tour of historic downtown San Antonio conducted by a professional tour guide. Must be 10 years old to join tour; tours are at least one hour.
10:30 am Municipal Auditorium (Meet at the Jefferson Street entrance; free parking at First Baptist Church, 515 McCullough Ave.)
Contact: Chita Harris at (210)  344-4957 or LLHarris2000@juno.com
 

Special Offers* and Discounts

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Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum

Free admission to both museums for hospitality employees. Offer valid May 9 - 17, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact: Bevin Henges, (210) 247-4004.

IMAX Theatre Rivercenter

All hospitality employees may buy one ticket and get one free. Good for up to four paid and four free tickets to see "ALAMO...the Price of Freedom," “Deep Sea 3D","Dinosaurs 3D: Giants of Patagonia,” “Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West.”  Free ticket must be of equal or lesser value. Not valid for restricted/special engagements. Offer valid only May 1–21, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment with paycheck stub and photo ID. Contact: Caren Myers,  (210) 247-4646.

Louis Tussaud’s Wax Works Museum & Ripley’s Believe it or Not!

McNay Art Museum

 $1 off general admission. Offer valid May 9 - 17, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact Daniela Oliver, (210) 805-1754.

 Rio San Antonio Cruises

 Ripley's Haunted Adventure, Guinness World Records Museum and TombRider 3D Adventure Ride & Arcade

San Antonio Botanical Garden

 San Antonio Museum of Art

25% ($2) off general admission for hospitality employees. Offer valid May 9 - 17, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact: Leigh Baldwin, (210) 978-8136.

  San Antonio Zoo

Two (2) free tickets for hospitality employees. Offer valid May 9 - 17, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact Debbie Rios-Vanskike, (210) 734-7184.

SeaWorld San Antonio

 Hospitality Day at SeaWorld San Antonio, Sunday, May 10, 2009. SeaWorld will offer two (2) complimentary tickets, valid only on Sunday, May 10, 2009, for all employees of San Antonio hotels, attractions, CVB, Convention Center, local airline/ground transportation. The Park is open from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Parking is $15. Proof of employment, such as a payroll stub or Employee ID, must be presented in person, along with a photo ID to receive the two (2) complimentary tickets. Also, eligible hospitality workers can purchase four (4) additional one-day admissions at $27.50 each (+tax). Registration tables will be located at the Front Gate from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 10th only. Contact: Jo Cox, (210) 523-3000.

 Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Hospitality Day at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Sunday, May 17
Fiesta Texas will offer two (2) complimentary tickets and four (4) coupons for $25 (+tax) Adult General Admission, valid only on Sunday, May 17, 2009, for all employees of San Antonio hotels, attractions, CVB, Convention Center, local airlines, ground transportation. Tickets must be picked up at Six Flags Fiesta Texas between 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. No tickets will be available at the front gate after 3:00 p.m. The Park is open from 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Parking is $15. Employees must show current proof of employment and a photo ID (paycheck stub preferred) to receive the two (2) complimentary tickets. Contact: Kim Charles, (210) 697-5050.

Steves Homestead

 $1.00 off admission for hospitality employees. Offer valid May 9 - 17, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact Diana Chenowith, (210) 225-5924.

 

Tapatio Springs Golf Resort

Free round of golf for hospitality employees. Does not include cart fee. Offer valid Monday, May 11 - Thursday, May 14, 2009. (Must show proof of ID and employment). Contact: Nathan Villarreal, (830) 537-6227 or nathan@tapatio.com for more details. Contact Ryan Cummings at 830-537-4197 for Tee-Times. Must be made within 72 hours.

*Disclaimer:  The San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau greatly appreciates the generosity of our partners during National Tourism Week. Regulation of each special offer is left to the discretion of each entity. Please contact each entity with inquiries.

2009 Robert H. H. Hugman Award Request for Nominees

Deadline: May 4, 2009

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The Robert H. H. Hugman Award was established to recognize people who have had a vision for enhancing and/or expanding the tourism industry in San Antonio.

Criteria

• Nominee has worked beyond the call of duty on the implementation of such vision without regard to personal advantage or self-enrichment.

• Nominee was instrumental in promoting San Antonio as a tourist destination on a continuing basis, diligently encouraging and/or assisting in its implementation and development.

• The nominee’s contributions to the Tourism Industry have made a significant promotional and economic impact in our City.

Please complete the form below and submit it by Monday, May 4, 2009 either of two ways:

1. Complete the information below and use the Send link at the end of the form to send it electronically.

2. Deliver it to: Hugman Award Nomination, c/o Robert Salluce, CVB International Center, 203 S. St. Mary's St, Ste. 200,
San Antonio, TX 78205-2714.