35 Bachelor Party Ideas in San Antonio
When you’re looking for the best bachelor party cities in America, does San Antonio come to mind? It should! Here’s why: it’s centrally located in the country (guests from both east and west coast can get to Texas easily), it’s a LOT less expensive to visit than nearby Austin (which is also a great bachelor…
A Beautiful Alternative To The San Antonio Riverwalk: A Look At The San Pedro Creek Culture Park
I’ve walked the San Antonio Riverwalk more times than I care to mention, and the vibe is always the same: history, liveliness, entertainment, NOISE, and crowds. Like, shoulder-to-shoulder crowds on any given weekend. So I started exploring other quiet parts of the Riverwalk and found that the majority of this 15-mile structured walkway is actually…
Which San Antonio Mission is Best for Kids?
San Antonio is a FANTASTIC place for the family. It just ticks all the boxes for a fun-filled family vacation – sun, fun, food, and relaxation are all on the table here. That’s what really makes San Antonio a great destination, it’s variety. You can spend a day loafing by the hotel pool, rocketing through…
7 Reasons Why San Antonio is Better than Austin
Sibling cities, San Antonio and Austin, while only about an hour apart physically, are lightyears apart in personality. Truly, you couldn’t find two more divergent cities that also happen to be close together if you tried. And, as it is with most siblings who live in the same household but are polar opposites, rivalries abound.…
Review of Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk Luxury Hotel
I recently stayed at the new(ish) Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk hotel. If you’re not up to speed on your luxury hotel brands (I’m not…), the Thompson is a line of boutique hotels owned by the Hyatt. Thompson also recently opened a location in Austin, but seeing as I own a home pretty close to…
The Best Boutique Shops In San Antonio
Shopping locally is one of my favorite things to do, whether I’m at home or visiting a new little town on vacation. San Antonio is one of those cities that only recently developed a cute little tourist-y development (The Historic Pearl) with plenty of local boutique stores. But beyond those, there are actually several fun,…
What 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…
What’s The Weather In San Antonio ACTUALLY Like? Here’s A Month-by-Month Guide
With 250+ days a year of sunshine, San Antonio is an outstanding destination for those looking to spend some time in the great outdoors. Visitors to SA can *almost* be guaranteed blue skies, sunlight, and warmth nearly year-round, meaning your trip to the Riverwalk, Alamo, or historical Missions (all outside activities), should be lovely. To…
25 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…