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8 of the Best Unusual US City Breaks Sep 21
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By: Laura French | From: Travel Weekly While a city break to the Big Apple will never get old, the US is seriously vast, and beyond the likes of New York, LA, Washington DC and San Francisco, there…

The Best Fall Festivals Around the U.S. Dia de los Muertos at Esperanza Peace and Justice Center | Photo by Deza Rey Perez Sep 07
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By: Sucheta Rawal | From: AAA With lower temperatures just around the corner, fall is a great time to discover some of the unique festivals taking place around the country. From iconic, cultural…

10 Best Places to Travel in October Aug 30
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By: Mark Ellwood | From: Afar Ah, October. The Goldilocks time to travel, when everything’s just right. Weather, crowds, and prices are all moderate, and the only thing over the top is the schedule of…

Quirky and Unusual Things to Do in San Antonio Aug 06
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By: David Thompson | From: Latin Post When most people think about things to do in San Antonio, they instantly think of the big attractions, like Six Flags, the Alamo, and the River Walk. However, if…

Top 20 Cities for Budget-Minded Travelers Aug 02
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By: K.C. Dermody | From: Trips to Discover With the rise of inflation and increased airfare, if you’re on a tight budget, you might think traveling is something you’ll have to put on the back burner.

Top tourist attractions in Texas worth a visit Aug 02
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From: Travel Daily News Texas is the US’s second-largest state in size of about 268,600 square miles and in population of nearly 28 million people. The state is a top tourist destination in the…

The 9 Best Urban Trails in the United States Aug 01
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By: Barbara Noe Kennedy | From: Fodor's You don’t always need a distant mountain to go hiking. The good news is that cities throughout the U.S. have fantastic hiking trails, whisking locals and…

San Antonio Wine and Food Today Aug 01
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From: The Luxury Report When one thinks of San Antonio, Texas, images of vibrant culture, rich history, and the iconic River Walk come to mind. But there’s more to this enchanting city than meets…

The 26 Best Fall Festivals in the U.S. for 2023 Aug 01
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Fall brings relief from months of sweltering heat, as people are eager to don their flannel shirts and sweaters to greet the cooler temperatures and crisp air. The season also ushers in plenty of…

An Insider's Guide to San Antonio Aug 01
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San Antonio is full of surprises. The booming culinary scene fuses Southern, Mexican, and German (you read that right) influences. Museums showcase international art alongside American history.

Our 16 Favorite Cities To Visit In The U.S. Jul 10
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5. San Antonio, Texas While Texas may be famous for its love affair with trucks, one of San Antonio’s biggest appeals is its River Walk, a miles-long network of pedestrian areas that provide people…

9 Unusual Things To Do In San Antonio Jun 29
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The Alamo, the River Walk, the historic Spanish colonial architecture, Tex-Mex food and the San Antonio Fiesta draw roughly 39 million tourists annually to San Antonio, one of Texas’ most-visited…

Exploring San Antonio on a short stay Jun 29
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San Antonio, Texas may surprise many visitors in terms of diversity and acceptance of outsiders. Tejas means friends or allies in Native American and that clearly shows upon arrival. San Antonio is a…

Queer Guide to San Antonio And Pride River Parade Jun 29
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Editor’s note: TravelQ is a series that documents the diverse experiences of queer and trans travelers as we negotiate dressing our most authentic selves with navigating complex travel obstacles…

Ranking the Tastiest Foodie Cities in America Apr 26
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If there is one universal truth, it's that we all love going out to eat or ordering takeout. Beyond the love of not having to cook, enjoying a meal out gives us a chance to try new foods, new spices…

Savor the summer in San Antonio Apr 26
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Savor the summer in San Antonio

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San Antonio is one of the best places in Texas to enjoy your summer vacation. Whether you're traveling as a family, a couple, or just with friends, you can enjoy its storied history, iconic art scene…

10 Best U.S. Southern Cities To Visit Mar 09
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The top 10 U.S. Southern cities to visit look into the geographical collection of states that are mostly situated along America’s Bible Belt. Also known as the American South and Southland, the…

9 Best Budget Travel Destinations of 2023 Feb 14
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The United States is home to many great vacation destinations that offer both fun and culture, while still being budget-friendly. From the musical roots of New Orleans, Louisiana, to the gorgeous…

The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Visit if You're Over 60 Feb 10
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TRAVELING WHEN YOU'RE OLDER CAN STILL BE FILLED WITH ADVENTURE. As people get older, they may start to focus more of their time on travel. This could be because they are empty nesters, recently…

2023's Best Cities for Kid-friendly Vacations Six Flags Fiesta Texas Feb 09
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Family vacations are perfect for reconnecting and building lifelong memories together. But which cities are optimal for keeping the kiddos entertained? To find out, Lawn Love ranked 2023’s Best Cities…

The 8 best destinations to visit in April Feb 09
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April is a month of renewal and rejuvenation as the world begins to shake off the winter chill and embrace the warmth of spring. With this change of seasons comes a range of exciting travel…

Six of the best new museums in the US for 2023 Feb 09
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Whether musical theatre, feminist art or mid-century design, the stories of the US are being celebrated in a string of new museums this year. 4. Exhibition Hall and Collections Building at The Alamo…

The 18 Cheapest Places to Travel in 2023 Feb 01
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Want to hit the road without breaking the bank? Kayak, one of the world's leading travel search engines, shared with Travel + Leisure a list of the cheapest places to travel this year. To determine…

The 23 Best Places to Go in the USA in 2023 Pharm Table Nov 29
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For most Americans, domestic travel has long been something of a rite of passage – packed car rides to national parks, short flights to theme parks or beach rentals, and maybe some longer milestone…

The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to Travel on a Budget Oct 28
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Americans are spending big on travel these days. With pent-up demand from the pandemic, some of the big personal spending increases this year have been for travel and recreation. But you don't have to…

10 Magical Christmas Vacation Ideas for Families Oct 28
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Christmas getaways represent a rare opportunity for families who like to travel. Whether your kids are toddlers, teens, or all grown up, you can usually count on some time off from school and work for…

The 10 Best Mother-Daughter Getaways In The US Oct 28
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San Antonio, TX For a more laid-back escape filled with sights, history, and delicious eats, San Antonio, TX, is another option worth considering for any mother-daughter duo. For many travelers, the…

The Best BBQ Cities in America: 2022 Data Aug 15
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Americans are passionate about their BBQ foods, with conversations around the grill often sparking fiery debates over which is best: North Carolina style vs. Kansas City style, wet rub vs. dry rub, or…

Hotels to Book for a Trip to San Antonio Aug 02
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San Antonio is a great example of the phrase "everything is bigger in Texas." As the seventh largest city in the U.S., it's a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, with five 18th-century missions…

Six of the best new museums in the US for 2023 Aug 02
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Alamo Exhibition Hall & Collections Building, San Antonio, Texas Set to open in late 2022 is the Alamo Exhibition Hall & Collections Building which will serve as more of a ‘curatorial environment…

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in San Antonio Aug 02
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What to do in San Antonio There’s more to San Antonio than the Alamo. In fact, the Alamo—originally known as Mission San Antonio de Valero — is just one of five beautifully preserved Franciscan…

The 15 Best Cities in the United States Jul 12
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9. San Antonio Sites like the Alamo and the River Walk get much of the attention, but as T+L readers attested, there's much more behind the city's wide appeal. "The food, especially at the mom-and-pop…

2022’s Best Summer Travel Destinations May 26
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Source: WalletHub Best Places to Visit in Summer While the COVID-19 pandemic put many Americans’ summer travel plans on hold during the past two years, travel is much safer and much more feasible…

America's most colorful destinations May 10
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River Walk, San Antonio, Texas Rich in history, culture and attractions, San Antonio is a beautiful blend of old and new. And winding its way through the heart of the city is the famous River…

2022’s Best Summer Travel Destinations May 10
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San Antonio, TX Sure, Austin is cool, but for a more laid-back escape that's just as enticing, consider a trip to San Antonio. Whether you're touring The Alamo or strolling the River Walk, the city…

Gay San Antonio | The Essential LGBT Travel Guide! Apr 27
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Attractions in Gay San Antonio Naturally, being gay does not define which attractions most of us will want to see in each destination, and most queer travelers will merely want to check out the top…

The 12 Best Bars in San Antonio Right Now Apr 21
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In San Antonio, the best way to cool down, relax, and let loose is to head to one of the fantastic bars. First, it gets darn hot down here, so any AC’d venue or breezy patio with an ice machine…

The 14 best restaurants in San Antonio right now Apr 21
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Hungry travelers will find plenty to excite them amongst the best restaurants in San Antonio. The Alamo City is Texas at its diverse best, a city where various communities come together to create…

The 18 best things to do in San Antonio right now Apr 21
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A relatively tiny city by Texan standards, San Antonio was traditionally a short day trip from Austin or Houston. The city has bulked up over the years, however, and the list of best things to do in…

The 10 best hotels in San Antonio, Texas Apr 21
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San Antonio isn’t just the best day (or weekend) trip to take from Austin anymore. It is a destination in its own right, filled with incredible cuisine, fun time bars, gorgeous hotels, fascinating…

The best attractions in San Antonio, Texas Apr 21
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It is no secret that San Antonio is filled with some of the best attractions in the Lone Star State. River City is one of Texas’s largest cities (the seventh-largest in the whole country by…

Top 17 zoos & aquariums in the US Apr 13
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Top 17 zoos & aquariums in the US

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4. San Antonio Zoo – San Antonio, Texas At number four on our list of the top zoos and aquariums in the US, San Antonio Zoo welcomes over 1 million visitors each year. Set over more than 50 acres, it…

The Best Places to Travel in May Apr 12
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The Best Places to Travel in May

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Spend a spring day along the River Walk, biking, strolling, kayaking, or canoeing. May weather in the mid-80s is ideal for visiting the San Antonio Zoo and Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch as well as…

Served with Love: Black Owned Restaurants in Texas Mar 02
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San Antonio Marcus Baskerville rocked the beer universe in the summer of 2020 by launching his Black is Beautiful initiative. Co-owner of Weathered Souls Brewing Company in the Alamo City, he shared…

The 10 Friendliest Cities in the U.S. Feb 24
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4. San Antonio, Texas Despite its huge size, San Antonio remains one of Texas’s more underrated cities—but our readers are starting to take notice. There’s a little something for everyone here…

Take a 5-Day Road Trip Through Texas Hill Country Feb 18
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Day 5: San Antonio Start the morning at the Pearl, an entertainment district within the bones of a sprawling 19th-century brewery complex. Located on the San Antonio River about 2 miles north of…

Samantha Brown's Places to Love Feb 15
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Samantha Brown's Places to Love

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Episode 507 Samantha gets a taste of authentic Mexican carnitas and talks with James Beard-nominated Chef Alejandro Paredes at his counter-serve stand, Carnitas Lonja. At the San Antonio River Walk…

The Most Romantic Place in Every State Feb 10
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Texas: Marriage Island San Antonio This little heart-shaped bit of land in the San Antonio River, right in the middle of the city's famous River Walk, is pretty enough without any superstitions. But…

Six Romantic and Accessible Getaways Feb 02
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Texas San Antonio Spice up your relationship with a visit to festive San Antonio. Stroll hand-in-hand along the River Walk, located 20 feet below street level (access via stairs, elevators, and…