By Shaina Amienyi
San Antonio
Texas
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Few destinations offer an experience as diverse as that of San Antonio, Texas. One day you could be relaxing at one of the city’s scenic parks. Another day you could be experiencing the region’s culture through its art, architecture, and museums. Exciting festivals, unique shops, championship golf courses, amusement parks—San Antonio has it all.

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) is eight miles from downtown and easily accessible by major highways. Book your flight to San Antonio today; simply click on the following link (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php) to EscapeWizard.com. Guests have a variety of lodging options, including historic hotels with Spanish architecture, enchanting bed and breakfasts, and luxurious resorts. Click on the following link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to the hotel portion of EscapeWizard.com for assistance booking accommodations.

EscapeWizard.com urges vacationers to visit the River Walk. The River Walk runs past restaurants, clubs, hotels, historic villages, museums, and the famous Alamo, a site that commemorates the famous 1836 battle. The area near the Alamo is a great place to visit if you are interested in history or architecture. The Spanish Governor’s Palace, a recently renovated National Historic Landmark, amazes visitors with its stucco walls and hand-carved door at the entrance.

San Antonio is not only rich in cultural history but also filled with fun, family-friendly attractions. EscapeWizard.com recommends the San Antonio Zoo, one of the top ten best zoos for kids and the nation’s third-largest zoo. See exotic and rare wildlife at the zoo’s African Live 2! exhibit, which features birds, leaping monkeys, mongooses, wild hunting dogs, an okapi (also known as the “forest giraffe”), and a giant walk-through termite mound. If you want to see more African animals, EscapeWizard.com suggests making your way to the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch. From the comfort of your own vehicle, you can observe and photograph over 500 exotic and endangered animals from 40 species.

With over 50 world-class golf courses and practice greens, San Antonio is the perfect place to tee off. EscapeWizard.com recommends experiencing the city’s mix of classical and contemporary courses. San Antonio’s courses have played host to the Valero Texas Open, the third oldest tournament on the PGA Tour. Brackenridge Park Golf Course is one of the city’s oldest, and perhaps its most renowned, course. Another championship course is the Pecan Valley Golf Club. Pecan Valley still has the same fairways where Julius Boros defeated Arnold Palmer in the 1968 PGA Championship.

We at EscapeWizard.com guarantee that it is easy to get around downtown San Antonio. Simply hop on one of the city’s trolleys, and it will take you to any downtown destination. A great time to use the trolley is when you are shopping downtown. The Historic Market Square & El Mercado, next to the Museo Alameda, has over 100 shops for vacationers to peruse. Artisan’s Alley and La Villita are other areas where vacationers can shop for local crafts, art, and antiques. San Antonio also has several large shopping centers, including Rivercenter Mall and the Shops at La Cantera, to attract upscale shoppers. Bargain hunters are not left out; the city has plenty of outlet stores offering designer brands at discounted prices.

When the sun goes down and the stars shine brightly in the night sky, EscapeWizard.com suggests heading to the nightclubs and bars for a taste of San Antonio’s vibrant nightlife. The city offers a range of entertainment options to fit every mood, and downtown is the place to experience most of them. There are live music venues, including Main Plaza which has music year round and hosts Jazz Market and the Latino Music Festival. South Alamo Street has numerous lounges, sports bars, and dance clubs. Bars and clubs line other downtown streets as well, leaving vacationers delighted with options.

You may know San Antonio, Texas as the home of the Alamo or the NBA team the Spurs. Indeed, San Antonio is home to major sports teams and events, historical attractions, and much more. It is a shopper’s haven, a nature lover’s paradise, and a golfer’s playground. Book your next vacation to San Antonio by clicking on the above link to EscapeWizard.com, and you will be amazed at all that awaits you.
Hotels in San Antonio
By Lina Karaoglanova
Hilton San Antonio Airport
611 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX
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The Hilton San Antonio Airport is conveniently located minutes away from both the airport and many San Antonio attractions, including Six Flags, Sea World, the Alamo and the Riverwalk. If you happen to be in town for business, chances are this hotel is also just a short drive away from where you need to be. Is your flight leaving in the middle of the night? - No problem, the Hilton San Antonio Airport hotel provides a free 24 hour airport shuttle service. Driving in? - Perfect, you can park your rental at the hotel for free. Check in at 3pm and check out is at noon.

Choose between a room with a king-sized bed or two double beds, but either way you'll fall in love with the lovely Texas-inspired decor. Put up you feet and watch your favorite show on the hotel's 32 inch flat screen TV. For those traveling with little ones, you can request a crib. If you need a little extra comfort, the hotel also features spacious suites with separate siting spaces and an additional TV. When working into the late hours of the night, you will no-doubt find the work desk and printing option in every room convenient and the 24 hour room service a lifesaver.

The hotel's features are geared toward those who don't have time to waste. Both the business center and the fitness room are open 24 hours a day and if you need an internet connection, you'll find high speed wireless in all the rooms and common spaces. The hotel restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and a mid-day snack or a drink awaits you at the hotel's in-house sports bar.

If you've come to town to do some business, EscapeWizard.com recommends you make the Hilton San Antonio Airport hotel your choice. With all the business-conscious conveniences this hotel has to offer and such a short distance from entertainment and fun attractions, this hotel is the place to be if you like to work hard and play hard. Rely on EscapeWizard.com to help you make your next trip to the city a productive and pleasant stay, click on here (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to book your room at Hilton San Antonio Airport.
Hotels in San Antonio
By Rose Overbey
Hotel Indigo
830 North Saint Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX
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If you're visiting San Antonio Texas and are looking for a great place to stay, the Hotel Indigo San Antonio on the Riverwalk is a wonderful choice. The Hotel is located -- as the name suggests -- on the popular Riverwalk. This ideal location places guests close to the San Anotnio Zoo, The Alamo, and historic districts. If you're visiting on business, guests will be pleased to discover the Hotel Indigo San Antonio Riverwalk is located close to big companies in downtown San Antonio such as AT&T and Bank of America.

Guests with pets will particularly enjoy staying at the Hotel Indigo as there are no additional charges accompanied with brining your pet.

Whether you're traveling on business or pleasure, you'll find the Hotel Indigo is sure to meet all of your needs. There is an on-site fitness center meant to ensure you can keep your heart pumping, even while traveling. It is open from very early in the morning until late at night. It includes a variety of cardio equipment along with weights. There is also an onsite outdoor pool for guests to enjoy. After a long day of work or sightseeing, guests will enjoy relaxing in the pool and enjoying the atmosphere. If guests need to finish up some work, there is an onsite business center at the Hotel Indigo. Guests will be pleased to find a PC, printing services, fax services and complimentary internet access.

The hotel also offers guests in house dining at the hotel restaurant, Phi. Phi is open for breakfast and dinner and serves a combination of local foods blended with fresh flavors. There is also a lounge for guests to enjoy a cocktail. There is a strong Texas influence, so guests are sure to enjoy themselves and feel authentically San Antonian.

If you prefer to dine in your room, that is of course an option at the Hotel Indigo San Antonio Riverwalk, where room service is available from early morning until mid evening. It would be understandable if you wouldn't want to leave your room. They are decorated with Texas flair while taking guests needs into ultimate consideration. While guests have the option of choosing form a variety of rooms depending on their needs, each room, offers guests basic amenities such as individually controlled air conditioning, a mini refrigerator and a coffeemaker. Cable and color TV's are available in all rooms as are premium channels.

EscapeWizard.com highly recommends booking your hotel room at The Hotel Indigo San Antonio on the Riverwalk. You can do so by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Hotels in San Antonio
By Brandi N.R. Rhone
Westin La Cantera Resort, San Antonio
16641 La Cantera Parkway, San Antonio, TX
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Located in Hill Country in the San Antonio area is the Westin La Cantera Resort. Its rural setting invites relaxation and its closeness to downtown San Antonio and surrounding historic sites means you can still get all the action city life has to offer. Guests can get to Westin La Cantera Resort from the San Antonio Airport about 12 miles away by taxi. Westin visitors that choose to drive themselves can use the free parking lot on premise but if that is too far you can use the valet for a daily fee with unlimited in and out privileges. Check in is at 4pm and check out is at noon.

The Westin La Cantera Resort has 508 rooms and suites to accommodate the needs of any guest. Some of the standard amenities offered include 42” flat screen TV with cable, DVD play, coffee maker, working desk, clock radio, in room safe and refrigerator upon request. All rooms are 100% smoke free and accessible rooms and cribs are available for convenience. High speed internet offered in guest rooms and wireless internet in the lobby for visitors of Westin La Cantera.

Activities for fun and relaxation abound at the Westin La Cantera and surrounding area. On premise guests can swim in the outdoor heated pools in the Lost Quarry, the adults only pool and Jacuzzi or guests in the Casita Village suites private pool. With two world class golf courses and driving range golf lovers will have plenty of opportunities to try for that hole in one. Shuttle services will take guest to and from Six Flags Fiesta Texas or La Cantera Shopping , both a short distance from the hotel. The Westin La Cantera also has 24 hour business center and exercise facilities on site as well.

Dining at Westin La Cantera has dining options that range from fine dining as offered at Francesca's at Sunset, Casual dining offered at Brannon's Cafe and light fare and snacks at Steinheimers's Lounge. If you cant break yourself away from the awesome pools in the quarry get your fill at the Gantry. Off site food options include, Boudro's, Silo Restaurant, and La Fogata

The Westin La Cantera has something for every traveler from business to vacation, you will surely leave satisfied. Book your stay here (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) for your next stay in San Antonio.