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Inside Background
Architecture 
The 8th largest city in the U.S. and 2nd largest in Texas, San Antonio is chock...
Last edited: June 22, 2009
Culture 
Unlike many modern cities, San Antonio has managed in many ways to transition...
Last edited: May 02, 2008
Health & Safety 
With a population of over one million, San Antonio is legitmately a big city...
Last edited: June 06, 2006
History 
In the beginning, it was the water that drew the first occupants of the San...
Last edited: December 27, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Because of the many neighborhoods that make up greater San Antonio, the city...
Last edited: June 06, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Before heading south, do your homework and read up on San Antonio and the...
Last edited: September 07, 2009
Tourist Board Info 
San Antonio Convention and Visitor’s Bureau: 203 S. St. Mary’s, Suite 200 San...
Last edited: February 03, 2009
Weather & When to Go 
San Antonio generally has a temperate climate which makes it ideal for...
Last edited: January 19, 2007
Authentic Culture 
The Alamo One of San Antonio ’s biggest draws, the Alamo was established in...
Last edited: June 19, 2009
Bats 
There are very few places in the US where you can witness millions of bats...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
Toobing 
Toobing the Comal or Guadalupe Rivers: Nothing beats knocking off work early on...
Last edited: June 19, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
To rent a car or to not rent a car - that is the question.  Whether you want to...
Last edited: June 30, 2006
Getting Around 
Forget the car, skip high gas prices and get on the bus. Or streetcar as it may...
Last edited: June 07, 2006
Public Transportation 
San Antonio's public transportation system is called VIA and includes 106 bus...
Last edited: July 21, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Public transportation is so good in San Antonio that you really don't need a...
Last edited: January 18, 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
  Natural Bridge Caverns Outlet Malls in San Marcos, Texas Bandera, Texas...
Last edited: October 04, 2006
Events & Festivals 
The Museo Alameda is sponsoring its second installment of the American Sabor...
Last edited: September 25, 2009
Family Travel 
Traveling with kids can be a challenge, especially if you can't find enough to...
Last edited: June 19, 2009
First-time Visitors 
The Must Do List for San Antonio: Visit the Alamo, the historic mission in...
Last edited: September 05, 2009
Nightlife 
Azuca 713 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205; Tel. 210.225.5550 The...
Last edited: April 08, 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
After you're done exploring the Alamo, checking out River Walk and taking in a...
Last edited: June 19, 2009
The Performing Arts 
When it comes to the performing arts, San Antonio has got it covered. From...
Last edited: June 17, 2008
Shopping 
Shoppers get your credit cards ready because there's no shortage of places to...
Last edited: June 06, 2006
Sports & Activities 
There's plenty of sporting activity to be had in this city, and if you want...
Last edited: June 22, 2009
Caves 
One of the coolest (literally and figuratively) ways to escape the summer heat...
Last edited: June 23, 2008
City Nature & Hill Country 
Mission Hike & Bike Trail For an active diversion, take the 8-mile Mission...
Last edited: January 16, 2009
Fiesta Parades 
If you're into parades, Fiesta in San Antonio is for you! Plan to visit the...
Last edited: June 13, 2006
Live Music 
Live music in San Antonio benefits greatly by being close to Austin the self...
Last edited: April 08, 2009
Romance & Relaxation 
River Walk, Downtown There may be nothing more romantic than strolling the...
Last edited: January 16, 2009
Tees to Tip-Off-Sports in San Antonio 
San Antonio Golf   With an array of outstanding public and resort golf courses...
Last edited: January 16, 2009
Texas-Sized Thrills 
Six Flags Fiesta Texas If you hear screams of delight while visiting San...
Last edited: February 05, 2009
Bandera Road Community Church 
This non-denominational church welcomes people to come in casual dress. Bikers...
Last edited: January 22, 2009
El Mercado 
Very crowded together, a lot of stores and stalls, but not selling anything...
Last edited: July 21, 2008
Historic Brackenridge Golf Course 
One of the little know facts about Brackenridge Golf Course is that this is...
Last edited: July 28, 2009
Ice & Golf Center at Northwoods 
If you are interested in ice skating, or learning to figure skating, play hockey
Last edited: September 28, 2009
River Walk 
The Riverwalk is a MUST DO in San Antonio!!  Get on at the RiverCentre Mall and...
Last edited: April 13, 2009
San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral 
The original San Fernando Church was constructed between 1738 and 1749.  The...
Last edited: February 08, 2009
SeaWorld San Antonio 
Buy Discount Tickets Online Before you head to the park, do some research...
Last edited: September 14, 2008
Southwest School of Art and Craft 
Southwest School of Art & Craft The Southwest School of Art & Craft is...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Spanish Governor's Palace 
The Spanish Governor's Palace existed before the Battle of the Alamo.  It was...
Last edited: February 01, 2009
Texas Ranger and Old Trail Drivers Museum 
The Texas Ranger Museum moved to downtown San Antonio in October 2006. It is...
Last edited: August 24, 2008
Whispering Waters Day Spa 
I've never had a great complexion but once I started getting monthly facials at...
Last edited: November 15, 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
If you're coming to San Antonio, then it is required by law that you eat at one...
Last edited: May 01, 2008
Cheap Eats 
Eddie's Taco House  - 402 W Cevallos, San Antonio, TX  (210) 222-2400 Cash...
Last edited: January 27, 2009
El Jarro De Arturo 
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Last edited: October 17, 2008
El Mirador 
El Mirador is a wonderful, off-the-beaten-tr... authentic Mexican restaurant...
Last edited: December 17, 2007
Ghengis Khan Chinese Mongolian 
 Iv'e been to this location several times. The food is very decent. For not...
Last edited: June 24, 2006
It's Greek To Me 
Open since September 1996 Located in the Northgate Plaza Hours:  Mon - Thu 11-4,
Last edited: March 20, 2009
Josephs Bakery 
The name of the restaurant is not St. Joseph's Storehouse and Bakery, it is...
Last edited: July 24, 2006
La Marginal 
Puerto Rican Food Hours: Su-Th 11AM-8PM, Fr-Sa 11AM-2AM(Kitchen closes at 9PM...
Last edited: April 21, 2008
Las Canarias Restaurant 
Las Canarias earns it's 4 diamond rating.  An elegant, romantic dining...
Last edited: March 07, 2008
MK Davis Restaurant 
M K Davis Resturant San Antonio Texas A must for tourist and locals as well...
Last edited: August 14, 2006
Rosario's 
Rosario's is an authentic, friendly, incredibly inexpensive Mexican restaurant...
Last edited: July 13, 2008
Schilo's Delicatessen 
Schilo's which is pronounced SHE-LOWS started in Beeville, Texas by Papa Fritz...
Last edited: February 07, 2009
Taco Garage 
As you can probably tell by the name, it's a mechanic's-garage...
Last edited: August 10, 2009
Tong's Thai Restaurant 
Food: Thai, Sushi Seating: Indoor, Outdoor Price: $6+  
Last edited: July 10, 2008
Vietnam Garden 
Food: Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese
Last edited: June 30, 2008
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: March 06, 2009
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: July 31, 2009
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: May 26, 2009
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: July 22, 2009
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: August 08, 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: March 07, 2009
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
America 's Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
Last edited: October 24, 2008
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: April 27, 2009
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: August 25, 2009
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: December 06, 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: August 25, 2009
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: August 19, 2009
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: September 23, 2009
Traveling by Car in the US 
Most first-time visitors to the United States will go to typical tourist areas...
Last edited: July 20, 2009
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: April 04, 2009
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
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