In The News
The headlines prove it. It’s true what people are saying. And we have the headlines to prove it. Browse a selection of our recent accolades, headlines and feature stories below to read all about it. Then, book your next stay and visit San Antonio.
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By: Lisa White | From: Thrillist Condor’s newest transatlantic route will mark a first for travelers out of San Antonio. Texas to Europe nonstop just became reality for another Lone Star State city.
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By Jamie Carter | From: Forbes I’m the world’s only “eclipse journalist.” For the very latest on the “ring of fire” solar eclipse—including the latest travel and lodging options—please press the big…
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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…
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By: Ben Mutzabaugh | From: The Points Guy San Antonio officials are celebrating what they say is one of the most important moments in the city’s aviation history. While German carrier Condor may not…
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By: Tina Donvito | From: Reader's Digest From lighting festivals to giant trees, these Christmas towns really get into the holiday spirit. Experience the best the season has to offer, from coast to…
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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…
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By: Mae Hamilton | From: AFAR From the ancient cities of Europe to the enigmatic swamps of New Orleans, there’s a supernaturally charged tour to put you in the Halloween spirit. All the telltale signs…
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By: Edmund Tijerina | From: San Antonio Magazine You don’t have to settle for mediocre restaurant experiences if you’re visiting the River Walk thanks to these stellar independent restaurants and…
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By: Leean Vargas | From: Texas Lifestyle Magazine For those needing a Texas escape, visit San Antonio – after all, it is one of the oldest cities in the country, being over 300 years old. It’s…
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By: Rona Berg | From: Forbes On a hot sunny day this summer, San Antonio became the seventh US city–and the first in Texas–to team up with Google Arts and Culture, launching a global platform…
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By: Judy Koutsky | From: Forbes When you think of San Antonio, the picturesque River Walk often comes to mind – and rightly so. This iconic waterway meandering through the heart of the city is…
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By: Judy Koutsky | From: Forbes San Antonio, a city renowned for its historical landmarks, vibrant culture, and plenty of family-friendly attractions, is undergoing a quiet culinary revolution that…
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By: Judy Koutsky | From: Forbes San Antonio, a city nestled in the heart of Texas, is a vibrant and diverse city that thrives on its rich cultural heritage. San Antonio is a melting pot of cultures…
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By: Sheryl Nance Nash | From: Wealth of Geeks Texas travel usually spotlights cities like Houston, Austin, and Dallas. Lately, however, there have been whispers about San Antonio, the Lone Star…
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By: Rafael Peña | From: Travel Noire In a landscape of creativity and innovation, Maria Williams emerged as an artist, a visionary activist and entrepreneur. She embarked on a mission that transcended…
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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…
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By: Rafael Peña | From: Travel Noire San Antonio, with its rich history, diverse culture, and an array of family-friendly attractions, stands as a shining gem among American cities for families. San…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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By: Robin O'Neal Smith | From: Travel Awaits San Antonio is a beautiful city that offers many activities for visitors of all ages. Located in the heart of Texas, the city boasts a unique cultural…
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By: Jennifer Prince | From: Southern Living Summertime brings carefree days and lingering daylight, but it also comes with extreme temperatures, especially in the South. While Southerners have…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Texas, the “Lone Star State” famous for its cowboy culture, Tex-Mex cuisine and Southern hospitality has a dynamic landscape fit for small-town and huge metropolitan city breaks. With mild to hot…
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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.
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Start spreadin’ the news. A gaggle of local culinarians is currently on a field trip to the Big Apple to showcase skyrocketing food and beverage scene. The meals are part of Vacation Vibes, a series…
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While the return of international travel took center stage in 2022, by no means did U.S. destinations fall to the wayside. T+L readers were equally drawn to the buzz and vibrancy of cities spanning…
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San Antonio, Texas Seven-night hotel stay: $990 Fast food meal: $9 Meal at an inexpensive restaurant: $18 Jon Morgan, CEO and editor-in-chief of Venture Smarter, said that San Antonio is a…
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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…
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3. San Antonio, Texas Though I can’t read the minds of TravelAwaits readers, I can certainly guess that the main reason they chose San Antonio as one of America’s most walkable cities is its River…
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Visit San Antonio Note: This article has been updated to include new and accurate event locations. After a successful 2022 festival, the annual Tasting Texas Wine + Food Festival returns October…
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As the second largest city in Texas, San Antonio is a tourist’s paradise. The city is known for its rich history, which is prevalent in museums, local markets, food, and local architecture throughout…
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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…
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SAN ANTONIO — The world is full of so many breathtaking sights that San Antonians will be proud to learn one of them right here in the Alamo City made a list of the top 20. The River Walk over the…
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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…
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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…
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As a native San Antonian, I take comfort in our unofficial slogan, Keep San Antonio Lame, a play on the state’s capital city’s cry of Keep Austin Weird. Things just happen slower in San Antonio, and…
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To mark World Bicycle Day on Saturday, June 3, LawnStarter released a study that ranked the best cities in the U.S. for cycling – and San Antonio was among the Top 20. The Alamo City beat every other…
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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
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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…
San Antonio Is Known For Its History, But It's Also A Must-Visit Family-Friendly Destination
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MUSEUMS, CRUISES, DISNEY ATTRACTIONS, AND ECLECTIC FOOD CHOICES ARE JUST A FEW THINGS YOUR FAMILY CAN LOOK FORWARD TO. One of my goals for 2023 was to go on a leisure trip with my five-year-old son.
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Located in South Texas, a region bound by the Rio Grande River to the southwest and the Gulf of Mexico to the east, San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States. It’s also one of the…
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Cheap spring break trips for every type of traveler Winter doldrums got you down? It’s the perfect time to think about getting away from it all with cheap spring break trips, whether that means a…
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Truth be told, the only thing I can think of that’s better for the soul than a girls’ trip is a mother-daughter trip. There’s something extra special about spending quality time with your mom, and…
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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…
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Fly into San Antonio for Texas-style surf and turf spring fun With average March and April temperatures in the mid-70s and low 80s, San Antonio beckons for a spring break warm-up. Spend a day or two…
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While Americans typically commemorate Black achievements and historical challenges during Black History Month in February, African Americans have made contributions that can be celebrated in…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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I traveled from Boston to San Antonio, and it was my first time visiting the Southern city. Ask a New Englander what comes to mind when they think about Texas, and they'll probably mention cowboy…
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Six of San Antonio’s food and beverage powerhouses were recognized Wednesday as semifinalists in the prestigious James Beard Awards. For Best Chef: Texas, nominations include Nicola Blaque, of The…
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The Museum Reach, a pedestrian park along the San Antonio River, is named for the many cultural institutions that line the banks. Many walk this route for the public art installations along the path…
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Foodies and culinary news followers like me should head to San Antonio, which has opened more than 80 chef-driven restaurants. In early 2023, the new Collections Building at The Alamo will unveil an…
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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…
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Say “gay Texas” and most people are likely to imagine club hopping in Austin, Dallas, or even Houston. San Antonio may not even come to mind as any sort of LGBTQ+ hot spot in the country’s second most…
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The San Antonio River Walk, one of the most romantic adventures in the country, is the most popular attraction in San Antonio, Texas, and maybe the whole state. Also known as Paseo del Rio, it is 15.2…
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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…
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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…
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2. San Antonio, Texas You can enjoy holiday-themed activities at the Riverwalk or by going to either the Historic District or downtown in order to enjoy some spectacular lights and live holiday music.
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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…
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Everything is bigger in Texas, and that includes this year’s Tasting Texas Wine + Food Festival. This year, for the first time, festival organizers Culinaria and Visit San Antonio are partnering with…
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Texas Hill Country is among the fastest growing wine regions in North America and is bookended by the heart of Tex-Mex cuisine in San Antonio at one end, and at the other end, the most vibrant live…
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SAN ANTONIO, TX When it comes to Texas, Austin has become a major destination, meanwhile, nearby San Antonio has flown under the radar and is an underrated city in the US to check out. This…
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On a wall at the corner of New Braunfels and Hays Streets, in San Antonio’s historically African American East Side, a bright mural depicts a bacchanal of Black, brown, and white folks dancing to a…
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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…
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From hearty West African fare to Asian-Latin fusion cuisine In the Lone Star State, Dallas and Houston tend to get the most recognition for international dining options. But San Antonio's food scene…
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From his upbringing in a small farm in Wisconsin, Chef Steve McHugh has been immersed in farm-to-table cooking and eating, decades before it was a widely recognized trend. He is one of only three…
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San Antonio's popular Día de los Muertos festival, the largest in Texas and one of the most notable in the nation, is returning to Hemisfair this fall, on October 29 and October 30. Guests will enjoy…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Looking for a partner and looking for a rental home can have a lot in common. You’ll likely want to make sure they both have enough space for you, that they fit your lifestyle and that they are…
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The United States is home to the most beautiful sights in the world, according to a new study of over 450,000 TripAdvisor reviews. The study conducted by Kuoni, a luxury travel company, narrowed down…
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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…
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At a center table in Clementine, a stylish restaurant in the Castle Hills neighborhood of San Antonio, the lights seem to shine—as they often do—on Amber Nixx. A prominent drag performer, pageant…
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Although San Antonio restaurant Dough calls itself Pizzeria Napolitana that is a true, but only partial, description of it. Not many pizzerias can claim to offer burrata made in house in preparations…
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SAN ANTONIO – This year, Pride is hitting the San Antonio River to “promote the city’s inclusion, encouragement and support of the LGBTQ+ community to live openly with equal rights.” This year’s Pride…
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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…
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To help you narrow down your choices, we're bringing you a curated list of 12 unique San Antonio restaurants guaranteed to please every kind of palate. Keep reading for our top picks. Cured Among the…
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When it comes to barbecue, the Lone Star State is made up of a broad patchwork of regions, each with its own distinctive style that bleeds over into bordering territories like tangy mop sauce dripping…
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Founded as a Spanish missionary settlement in 1718, San Antonio offers an intriguing blend of traditional Mexican and cowboy culture. Although a pilgrimage to The Alamo — the famous 18th-century…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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While performing in San Antonio last month, comedian John Mulaney insightfully described the Alamo City as being “all places at once.” San Antonio is older than the state of Texas, yet it seems…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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San Antonio's biggest festival, Fiesta, wrapped on Sunday, April 10, after a two-year hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic. The founding event for the 10-day festival is the Battle of Flowers Parade…
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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…
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Texas is in the national spotlight when it comes to food, and this fall, San Antonio will play host to an innovative, Texas-sized showcase of the Lone Star State's culinary stars. The Tasting Texas…
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…
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Walking into the Witte Museum exhibition “Black Cowboys: An American Story” in San Antonio, Texas, I was surrounded by the faces and stories of Black men, women, and children — some enslaved, some…
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San Antonio, Texas Saturday, March 19, 2022 One non-Chicago city that dyes its river green for St. Patrick’s Day festivities is San Antonio, but unlike Chicago—where the color only lasts a few…
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San Antonio While the city is known for its Hispanic heritage, San Antonio is permeated by African-American culture, too. An enslaved African was first brought here in 1528 during the early period of…
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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…
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San Antonio, TX San Antonio is home to the nation's largest MLK Day parade in January, setting the scene not only for Black History Month, but also for yearlong celebrations of the city's diversity.
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Congratulations to the seven San Antonio culinary powerhouses who were named as semifinalists in the 2022 James Beard Chef and Restaurant Awards. The semifinalists include Mixtli for Outstanding…
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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…
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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
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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…
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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…
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San Antonio is widely known for its rich Mexican, Native American and Spanish history, but it’s only been in recent years that the city has begun to embrace the Black history that’s been hidden in…
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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…