Posts by Sara Branstetter
10 Fiesta San Antonio Events (That Aren’t the Battle of the Flowers Parade)
Fiesta San Antonio is happening in just a few short weeks and now is the time to begin sorting through all the events so you can purchase tickets for the ones you really want to attend. And this is where things can get complicated. Because with so many event options available from the most popular…
Read MoreA Complete Guide To Fiesta San Antonio
You’ve heard of Mardi Gras, and you’ve heard of Burning Man, but have you heard of Fiesta San Antonio? If you haven’t, you happen to be in good company. Lovingly dubbed “the biggest party you’ve never heard of,” Fiesta San Antonio is the single biggest annual event held in the Alamo city and one of…
Read MoreHow to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in San Antonio – 7 Ways!
If you’re itching to get your party on, hang tight, because April is almost here and along with it, Fiesta San Antonio. Thankfully, a short but festive holiday occurs in March which can be considered the opening act for San Antonio’s massive Fiesta party – St. Patrick’s Day. While you may not exactly think of…
Read MoreA Map of the Best New Restaurants in San Antonio (March 2025)
You interested in what’s new and exciting in SA’s food scene? We have you covered with our list of the best new restaurants in San Antonio! Over the last 15 years, we have watched San Antonio work its way up from a middle of the road food city to a gastronomic heavy hitter, even earning…
Read MoreWhich San Antonio Mission is Best for Kids?
If you are headed to San Antonio and looking to dip a toe into everything the Alamo city has to offer including its vibrant history, but the family is tagging along and you don’t want the kiddos to be bored to tears, read on for our thoughts on which San Antonio mission is best for…
Read MoreThe 10 Best Boutique Hotels in San Antonio
Try googling “the best places to visit in the USA” or “the best vacation destinations in the United States” and chances are, San Antonio, TX will be near the top of the results mix. Today, SA is one of the country’s premier tourist destinations and hosts some 34 million visitors a year at one of…
Read MoreTotally Free Things To Do Over Spring Break In San Antonio!
Spring break in San Antonio is just around the corner and you may be asking the perennial question, “What are we going to do for a whole week without school?!” If this is you (and let’s be honest here, all moms have asked this question during some school break), I’ve got good news. Below are…
Read MoreWhat To Do When It Is Cold In San Antonio
Baby, it’s cold outside! The last vestiges of winter can be hard on San Antonio residents who are used to sunny days and blazing temperatures. As we hunker down through the final weeks of winter in South Texas (which, to be honest, doesn’t require that much hunkering in the first place), it’s fair to ask…
Read MoreA Complete Guide to the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
San Antonio is, by far, one of the best cities to visit in the US as it offers the traveler’s trifecta of unique culture, delicious food, and a comprehensive list of things to do and see. Chief among this list, is the San Antonio Missions National Park. As the only UNESCO world heritage site in…
Read MoreWhere to Volunteer in San Antonio – 10 Outstanding Organizations!
If you are looking for suggestions on where to volunteer in San Antonio by donating your time and resources in such a way that you will make a lasting impact on the city of San Antonio and beyond, you have come to the right place! There are hundreds of organizations and resources that have set…
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