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Is Mi Tierra In San Antonio A Tourist Trap?
I adore Tex Mex cuisine. Growing up in Texas, it was a weekly (daily?) staple in our home. Breakfast tacos, ground beef chalupas, taco soup with all the fixings, and homemade flour tortillas were a few of my childhood favorites. This fusion fare, which came from the Tejano people of Texas, is, quite frankly, delicious.…
Read More10 Fun Facts About the San Antonio Zoo
When coming to San Antonio, a visit to the local zoo is an absolute must-do. The San Antonio Zoo, which is operated by the San Antonio Zoological Society, a non-profit organization, wows more than a million visitors each year with its diversity of wildlife, interactive activities, and of course, its uber-popular San Antonio Zoo Train.…
Read MoreExplore Legoland San Antonio: The Perfect Family Destination
LEGOLAND San Antonio: if you’ve stepped foot in downtown San Antonio or wandered around the Riverwalk, you’ve heard of it. It’s one of the best-advertised attractions in downtown SA. It’s a giant indoor play place centered around legos. There are 10 play zones, 2 rides, a 4D cinema, and a MINILAND San Antonio. Since this…
Read More11 Reasons You’ll Love Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair
Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair is a true gem in San Antonio and one of the most spectacular places to visit in SA. Nestled on the southeastern edge of downtown San Antonio, Texas, this area was designed to revitalize the historic park and provide a welcoming green space for residents and tourists alike. Yanaguana Garden isn’t…
Read MoreA Look At San Antonio’s Largest Playground: Pearsall Park
I’m constantly on the lookout for fun playgrounds. As a mom of two little ones, playgrounds are where we spend most of our time! San Antonio has a ton of great parks and playgrounds and fun things to do with kids, but when I found out about Pearsall Park, I knew I had to get…
Read MoreHow To Go Up The Tower Of The Americas For (Mostly) Free
Tower of the Americas is that “Space Needle thing” in the middle of San Antonio. You can see it from almost every angle of downtown SA, and it really is one of the most recognizable parts of the San Antonio skyline. That’s really saying something, because it was built in the 1960s! Talk about iconic.…
Read MoreWhat Are Some Quiet Parts Of The San Antonio Riverwalk?
San Antonio is synonymous with the Riverwalk. Look up “things to do in San Antonio” and the Riverwalk will be in the top 3 ideas, always. It’s in every photo of SA and every description of SA. It is, quite frankly, the top tourist destination in San Antonio. And since it’s popular, that means it’s…
Read More25 Fun Things To Do In Boerne Texas
Boerne, Texas….ever heard of it? It’s a charming little Texas city for a day trip or even an overnight stay. And with hot summers and mild winters, it’s a great year-round destination for vacation. I was recently staying in San Antonio at a fun resort, and the family decided to do a day trip to…
Read More5 Reasons You’ll Love Elmendorf Lake Park in San Antonio
There are plenty of cool parks to visit in San Antonio. This city has made a point of protecting green space. Just look at the massive Brackenridge Park in the middle of the city or the beautiful Hemisfair Park in downtown San Antonio! But while lots of the parks in San Antonio are overcrowded with…
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