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SAN ANTONIO M a t u r e M a r ke t T r ave l P l a n n e r

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The priority on safety of our community and visitors is one of the reasons that San Antonio is a top vacation and business destination in the country. San Antonio’s civic, business and association communities have joined forces to ensure that as we emerge from the COVID-19 crisis we maintain safety as the most important aspect. As part of our community’s commitment to health and safety, Bexar County has established a requirement that all people 10 years of age or older wear a cloth face covering over their nose and mouth when in a public place where it is difficult to keep six (6) feet away from other people, such as visiting a store or indoor attraction. San Antonio business owners and associations have produced The Greater. Safer. Together. Pledge (in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance) with the aim to protect the health and safety of employees and customers.

GREATER SAN ANTONIO BUSINESS OWNERS PLEDGE TO:

• Use face covering • Practice social distancing • Conduct temperature checks • Provide hand sanitizer • Follow CDC cleaning protocols • Implement contactless payment when possible • General COVID-19 awareness training for employees • REPEAT! • “Greater, Safer San Antonio”

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BE INSPIRED.

BE CURIOUS.

B E H U N G RY .

e adventurous. And, Visit San Antonio. A city rich in history, bursting with culture, and booming with modern attractions, San Antonio invites visitors to discover what’s old and explore what’s new. From our spectacular parks and green spaces, to festive seasonal events, to local shopping, dining and drinking. We have it all. And, we’re eager to host you.

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t its core, our city is dynamic. Cultures from all around the world come together in San Antonio. Explore them all at our renowned museums, galleries, and historic sites. Discover History For Yourself Historical and cultural wonders are woven into the fabric of the Alamo City. Walk through San Antonio’s rich past and explore its vibrant city streets dotted with must-see galleries and museums. Representing the largest collection of Spanish colonial missions in the United States, San Antonio’s combined total of five eighteenthcentury Spanish colonial missions— San Antonio de Valero (the Alamo), Concepción, San José, San Juan, and Espada—have been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. THE

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Step inside any of the five historic missions, and travel back in time and into the lives of the early Spanish settlers who founded what would become the city of San Antonio. Begin your historic journey at the Alamo, first established as Mission San Antonio de Valero in 1718. Now known as one of the most pivotal battle sites in the country, the Alamo became a military outpost in 1793, cementing its iconic role as a central locale on Texas’ road to independence. Next, Mission Concepción looks much as it did two centuries ago when it was first mission espada built, being the best-preserved Spanish colonial structure in the United States. On the church’s exterior, some of the original geometric designs are still visible. Inside, the frescoes remain vibrant, showcasing the stunning artwork typical of the time.

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Continue south to Mission San José, also known as the Queen of the Missions because it has the largest structure. Notice its striking rose window and façade, a lavish example of Spanish colonial ornamentation. You can also find a central visitor’s center here, as well as the departure point for free park ranger-guided tours. During the mid-1700s, Mission San Juan was known for its fertile farmlands and abundant crops, a prime example of a self- sustaining community. The mission also sustained fellow communities, providing goods to the surrounding regions as far south as Mexico. Finish up at Mission Espada, the southernmost mission. Take in the compound’s blacksmith shop, colonial-style irrigation system, and still-functioning kiln and spinning wheels for a glimpse into the Native American and Spanish settlers’ agrarian ways of life. Move among the missions using Mission Reach, which extends south of downtown to connect the River Walk to four of the five UNESCO status San Antonio Missions.

San Antonio Missions National Historic Park

Mission Reach winds through an eight-mile riparian woodland ecosystem, featuring smooth walking and biking paths punctuated by public art for a pleasant outdoor experience.

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San Antonio voted to the top 10 (#6) in the US Travel + Leisure

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WHAT’S NEW

s the seventh-largest city in the nation and one of the fastest growing, San Antonio always has something new and exciting to explore. Here are a few of San Antonio’s newest offerings as well as developments on the horizon.

THE ALAMO - Multi Phase restoration and enhancement The Alamo, one of the most historically significant sites in the U.S., is being preserved and enhanced for future generations through a multi-year, multiphase restoration and enhancement process. The restoration includes preservation of the Alamo Church and Long Barrack and the creation of a WorldClass museum and visitors center.

RUBY CITY - is a new 14,000 square foot art exhibition space on Camp Street. The modern, crimson-hued building houses the Linda Pace Foundation’s growing collection of more than 900 paintings, sculptures, installations and video works by contemporary artists from around the world.

The Alamo

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Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center

SAN PEDRO CREEK - Heavily utilized during the Spanish colonial era, this $175 million redevelopment will reflect San Pedro Creek’s rich history and create a sense of place by making the two-mile stretch more accessible with hike and bike trails and through the addition of public art. It features installations from prominent San Antonio artists including murals, ceramic art, tiled benches and historical text and poetry. MISSION ADVENTURE TOURS - See the city sites from the water as you cruise the San Antonio River with Mission Adventure Tours’ kayaking exhibitions. Choose from thrilling, guided downriver trips to peaceful two-hour, familyfriendly tours. At the Japanese Tea Garden, you’ll find a lush year-round garden and floral display with shaded walkways, stone bridges, a 60-foot waterfall, and koi ponds THE GUADALUPE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER - is the city’s home for Latino, Chicano, and Native American performing arts and entertainment. Inside, the Galeria Guadalupe showcases art exhibitions emphasizing local and regional artists, and the GCAC’s professional resident program, the Guadalupe Dance Company, specializes in Mexican folklorico and flamenco dance styles.

“2021’s Best Summer Travel Destinations” survey found the San Antonio metro area in the top 15 in the country for providing the best experience for travelers’

WalletHub holds artistic performances that celebrate the diverse cultures and creativity thriving throughout the city. The Carver honors its African and African American heritage, boasting a history of hosting renowned entertainers. SAGA - Lights. Color. Action. Take a visual journey through the history of San Antonio – from historical discovery to early settlement, to current development – with a world-class video art installation, San Antonio | The Saga. SAAACAM - Join us for a 90 minute cruise on the beautiful San Antonio River exploring the beautiful river bans up to the museum reach while learning about San Antonio’s African American history as it relates to the center of the city. 18 POUNDER CANON - February 23, 1836, the Siege of the Alamo began when Colonel William B. Travis ordered his men to fire the 18-Pounder Cannon from the southwest corner of the Alamo into the Mexican encampment in response to General Santa Anna’s offer to surrender. Like several other cannons from battle of the Alamo, the 18-Pounder was taken off its carriage and disabled by the Mexican army. Eventually, the cannon was lost to history.

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HOTELS

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San Antonio is recognized as a “Best of the Best” destination by the American Bus Association

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HOTELS PROPERTY NAME

FREE BREAKFAS

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COMP ROOM POLICY

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