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National Tourism Week, a collective effort across the U.S., celebrates the cultural and social benefits created by travel and tourism. |
SACVB Update, May 14, 2009 |
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Special offers and discounts for San Antonio's hospitality workforce |
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Nominate someone you know for the 2009 Robert H. H. Hugman Award |
Schedule of Events
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Wednesday, May 6 |
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Salute to Hospitality Students |
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Sunday, May 10 |
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Hospitality Day at SeaWorld San Antonio |
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Tuesday, May 12 |
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Salute to San Antonio Firefighters and Paramedics |
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Wednesday, May 13 |
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Taxi Driver Appreciation Day |
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Thursday, May 14 |
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Salute to Law Enforcement |
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SACVB Presentation & Reception |
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Saturday, May 16 |
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Free Downtown Walking Tour |
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Sunday, May 17 |
| Hospitality Day at Six Flags Fiesta Texas 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 (paycheck stub preferred) and a photo ID to receive the two (2) complimentary tickets. Contact: Kim Charles, (210) 697-5050. |
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Special Offers* and Discounts
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Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum |
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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 |
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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! |
| Free ticket to both museums for hospitality employees. Receive $2 off regular admission when purchasing up to 10 tickets. Offer valid the entire month of May. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact: Janie Droemer, (210) 224-9299. |
McNay Art Museum |
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$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 |
| $5 ticket for hospitality employees. Must identify themselves as a Bexar County Resident at ticket booth, show proof of residence in Bexar County and proof of ID. Contact JoAnn Boone, (210) 244-5700. |
Ripley's Haunted Adventure, Guinness World Records Museum and TombRider 3D Adventure Ride & Arcade |
| Free ticket to all three attractions for hospitality employees. Offer valid May 9 - 17, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact Davis Phillips, (210) 226-2828. |
San Antonio Botanical Garden |
| 10% of gift shop purchase. Offer valid May 9 - 17, 2009. Must show proof of hospitality employment. Contact Bob Brackman, (210) 207-3260. |
San Antonio Museum of Art |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Hospitality Day at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Sunday, May 17 |
Steves Homestead |
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$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 |
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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. |
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*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 NomineesDeadline: 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. |
| Each year during National Tourism Week,San Antonio's hospitality industry recognizes one of its own for extraordinary contributions to the city and the industry. |
| We want to hear from you. |
| Who will you nominate for the Robert H. H. Hugman Award? |
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Criteria |
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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, |
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