http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/index.aspxen-usCopyright 2008 San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureauhttp://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1104San Antonio’s thriving hospitality industry gained even more momentum this week, as two back-to-back projects moved ahead. sg 11-18-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=11042011-11-18T13:25:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1064Always festive, the San Antonio River Walk will be brighter than ever this holiday season with 20 times more Christmas lights. It’s part of the city’s plan to switch from incandescent to more eco-friendly LED lighting. In total, the River Walk will be dressed with 1.8 million holiday lights, a stunning site for the city’s many holiday visitors. sg 9-8-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10642011-11-18T11:40:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1098S.A.V.E. (the San Antonio Vacation Experience) is making it even easier for visitors to save money while visiting San Antonio with a new iPhone app. The app gives iPhone users quick access to discounts for over 30 hotels and more than 30 popular attractions including SeaWorld San Antonio, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Alamo Helicopter Tours and even live country music shows. To get special money-saving offers, iPhone users can just show their digital coupon. sg 11-8-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10982011-11-08T11:19:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1095BRAVO’S “TOP CHEF: TEXAS” FEATURES SAN ANTONIO sg 11-3-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10952011-11-03T07:52:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1091It’s time to rock, roll and run through historic San Antonio for the annual Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon, Sunday, November 13, 2011. sg 10-28-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10912011-10-28T09:01:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1096San Antonio, often referred to as “Military City USA” because of its numerous military bases, celebrates America’s military with an array of Veterans Day events to honor those who have served our country so bravely. From parades, to air shows, to concerts and memorials. http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10962011-10-25T08:14:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1086visitsanantonio.comsg 10-17-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10862011-10-17T09:21:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1085The San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau (SACVB) has welcomed two new Sales Team members to its award-winning staff. barry david christopher havinshttp://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10852011-10-10T14:46:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1062The San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau (SACVB) received approval to award their multi-million dollar advertising, marketing and public relations contract to Proof Advertising. sg 8-6-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10622011-09-06T15:10:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1059San Antonio’s architecturally stunning Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center is unveiling $40 million in renovations. Known for its location on the banks of the River Walk, the convention center is located in the heart of downtown; close to thousands of hotel rooms, shops, restaurants and historic sites. Now, with new event spaces and energy efficient additions, the convention center is more inspiring than ever. sg 8/24/11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10592011-08-24T13:19:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1051Fall means art is in full season for San Antonio. Celebrating everything from the traditions of Día de los Muertos to the most modern interpretations, San Antonio’s arts shine a spotlight on the city’s colorful cultural heritage. kj/sg 8-16-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10512011-08-16T09:55:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1050 Emmy and James Beard Award-winning No.1 food show on cable, "Top Chef," will head to San Antonio for part of the ninth season. The Bravo series filmed the majority of the episodes for “Top Chef: Texas” in San Antonio. Scheduled to air this fall, the series will drive major positive exposure for the city. sg 8-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10502011-08-11T08:33:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1045The San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau (SACVB) is giving away an extensive San Antonio vacation package for the Race to the Alamo, an online, vote-based competition. The winner receives a three-night stay at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio, a Paella lunch for four at Citrus, a $500 Visa gift card for travel expenses and attraction passes for four to attractions including the Institute of Texan Cultures, the McNay Art Museum, the San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld San Antonio, the Witte Museum, and more. kj/sg 8-8-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10452011-08-08T15:42:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1043Restaurant Week 2011http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10432011-07-14T10:26:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=834San Antonio awards and rankings of notesg 7-1-10http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=8342011-06-29T09:13:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1032The famous San Antonio River Walk is in the process of adding eight miles, for a total length of 15 miles. The first two miles of this eight-mile extension open this Saturday and will link culture-rich downtown with even more attractions. sg 6-24-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10322011-06-24T09:37:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1029Travelocity's Top Destinations for Hotel Value http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10292011-06-15T10:22:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10282011 Pinnacle Awardhttp://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10282011-06-10T09:29:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1025PrideFest San Antonio (a festival promoting cohesiveness among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender [LGBT] individuals and the supportive San Antonio community) will be held on July 11, 2011 at HemisFair Park, in historic downtown. sg/kj 6-3-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10252011-06-03T15:05:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1023Texas Folklife Festival 2011http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10232011-06-03T10:03:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1020Summer 2011 releasehttp://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10202011-05-26T09:47:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1016City Manager Sheryl Sculley has appointed Casandra Matej as the Director of the San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau. Matej comes to the City with more than 15 years of experience in the Convention and Visitors Bureau, Hotel, and Leisure industries. Prior to her appointment, she served as the Senior Vice President of Sales and Services for the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau for the past three years. During her tenure, she was instrumental in implementing the restructuring of sales and resource allocations for the Dallas CVB, which resulted in a 40 percent growth of convention room night sales. Matej holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Speech Communications with a concentration in Organizational Communications from the University of Texas at Austin. “Cassandra Matej is an outstanding addition to our City of San Antonio team,” said City Manager Sheryl Sculley. “The programs and services that the Convention & Visitors Bureau provides are vital to the San Antonio economy. I am confident that her wealth of experience and leadership skills will help San Antonio excel in hospitality.” For more information on San Antonio, go to www.visitsanantonio.com or call 800-ALAMO-07. http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10162011-05-02T12:44:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1013Celebrate San Antonio as the gateway to culinary and cultural bliss. San Antonio’s 12th annual “Culinaria, Wine & Culinary Arts Festival” is set for May 11-15, 2011. Recently named “most popular food and wine festival” by Vanity Fair, Culinaria features internationally renowned vintners, top Texas wine producers and the hottest San Antonio chefs. Over 15,000 people are expected to attend this year’s wine tastings, lavish events and culturally infused fiestas. 4-22-11 sghttp://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10132011-04-22T09:26:00http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=1010With its natural beauty, temperate weather, and historic attractions, San Antonio has long been a favorite destination for bike and outdoor enthusiasts. Now the city has introduced B-cycle, Texas’ first bike-share program and a green alternative to traditional public transit. San Antonio is one of eight locations across the United States to implement the innovative program, joining cities such as Denver and Chicago. sg 4-14-11http://www.visitsanantonio.com/media/news-releases/news-detail/index.aspx?nid=10102011-04-14T09:01:00