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NEWS UPDATES FOR THE TOURISM INDUSTRY
April 30, 2008
THANK YOU TO OUR TOURISM MEMBERS AND PARTNERS
Our special thanks to the San Antonio Hotel Association, The SA Chamber of Commerce, Paseo del Rio Association, Downtown Alliance and numerous hotels and attractions including Six Flags Fiesta Texas, SeaWorld, The Menger, The Crockett, Hyatt, Marriott Lodging, Rio San Antonio Cruises, Yellow Cab and many more who came to the first EARLY VOTING DAY.
We took well over 100 members of the hospitality industry to vote early on April 29 at Lions Field. The tourism and hospitality industry are endorsing and supporting ALL 4 COUNTY INITIATIVES.
Thank you to all that came at 9:30 am to The Menger Hotel kick off rally!
GOLIATH OPENS AT SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS
Guests may now experience the ultimate inverted coaster, Goliath, as riders are propelled 10-stories skyward before soaring 50 mph down an 80-foot drop and into the ride of their lives! Goliath combines state-of-the-art thrill technology and features unique high-speed yellow, blue and orange ski lift style trains suspended over radiating blue steel track leaving riders with nothing but the air beneath their feet! Passengers literally go head over heels as they careen through the outside of five inversions, two vertical loops, two corkscrews and a one-of-a-kind zero-gravity heartline spin that will leave riders breathless!
NORTH STAR MALL OPENS NEW STORES
North Star, owned and managed by General Growth Properties, Inc. (NYSE:GGP), has been a long-time favorite of shoppers and is set to welcome a host of new stores – Apple, Juicy Couture, Bare Escentuals, PacSun, and Pumpkin Patch – to its impressive retail mix.
“Part of North Star’s appeal in attracting retailers like Apple and Juicy Couture is the center’s popularity as a shopping destination, not only for tourists, conventioneers, and Mexican Nationals; but also its long-standing support from local residents,” says Cornell Holmes, senior general manager for North Star. “These five new retailers further enhance our tenant offerings and complement the center’s new contemporary look and unique experience.”
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS OF THE TOURISM COUNCIL
We are pleased to announce these new members of the Tourism Council.
BOHANAN’S RESTAURANT ON HOUSTON STREET
219 E. Houston, Suite 275
San Antonio, TX 78205
210-277-1401
www.bohanans.com
Located in the heart of historic downtown San Antonio, Texas, Bohanan’s Prime Steaks & Seafood caters to the most discriminating tastes. Indulge in our specialty beefs, including our exclusive Japanese Akaushi Steaks and Mesquite-grilled Prime Aged Center Cuts of Midwestern Corn Fed Beef. Our exceptional menu also includes a mouth-watering array of freshly prepared seafood and flaming tableside desserts. Select from our award-winning wine list or enjoy an exotic house-blended coffee. Treat all of your senses by admiring the elegant, fresh-cut lilies and candle-lit ambiance of our dining area. Then indulge in a premium cognac and cigar on our outdoor patio overlooking our scenic courtyard and historic Houston Street. Executive Chef and Owner Mark Bohanan has crafted the perfect balance between the storied Texas steak experience and the most exquisite fine dining. When perfection is your standard ... accept nothing less than Bohanan’s.
COWCATCHERS STEAKHOUSE RESTAURANT
1100 Bulverde Road
Bulverde, TX 78163
830-980-6080
www.cowcatchers.net
After 5 years of planning, research, road trips and development, Cowcatchers Steaks has gone from a dream to reality. The concept of a Great Steakhouse at a moderate price in a turn of the century 1890’s – 1900’s setting, located in an area that will retrain the country atmosphere of long ago has finally come home to roost.
Cowcatchers features three dining rooms. The main dining room spaciously seats 146 with a full bar. Our tables are custom made by local craftsmen adding to our flavor. The medium dining room seats 78 and is also spaciously set for our customers comfort. Cowcatchers has one more distinctly different feature in our private dining room “Chambers”. Chambers has private parking and entrance, private foyer and restrooms, private dining and private porch with only wait staff having room access.
Garrett’s Watering Hole is another unique feature of Cowcatchers. Garrett’s is an air conditioned/heated waiting room with a full bar and entertainment that will seat 125 people. No more standing outside or huddled together inside while you wait. To add to the customers comfort will be entertainment in the form of western style music and cowboy poetry.
Cowcatchers serves only Certified Angus rib eye steaks and all steaks are cooked over an open mesquite fire.
SPRING GARDEN FLOWERS
211 Brooklyn
San Antonio, TX 78215
210-229-1231
www.springgardenflowershop.com
Spring Garden Flower Shop has been proudly serving San Antonio as premier full service florist since 1990. We are committed to offering only the freshest, finest floral arrangements and gift baskets, backed by service that is friendly and prompt. All of our customers are important to us and our professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one.
Spring Garden Flower Shop's friendly, knowledgeable and professional staff of eight full time employees and five part time employees provide premier floral arrangements with fresh, high quality flowers for weddings, party events, sympathy, corporate accounts and everyday arrangements such as birthday, anniversary, get wells and holidays.
Our shop is open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. We are open on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
ULTIMATE MIRROR MAZE CHALLENGE
217 Alamo Plaza #100
San Antonio, Texas 78205
210-224-2288
www.AmazingMazes.com
TAKE THE CHALLENGE at San Antonio’s newest attraction - across from the Alamo! Enjoy a unique, eye-popping experience that is fun for any age. Can you find your way out of a maze composed entirely of mirrors? Explore endless hallways and thousands of mirrors as you try to find the end and then go back again – it is never the same experience twice. You can also satisfy your sweet tooth at River Sweets Candy, located in the lobby – grab a bag and mix and match your favorites – they are all here!
Open daily at 10 a.m. and closed only on Christmas day. Group Rates are available for 10 or more people Admission is good for the entire day. Call for prices and hours.
MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Enchanted Springs Ranch would like to give you the following information for your calendars. We are introducing a new Summer Chuck Wagon Dinner Entertainment Night. The dinners will start June 11th and run through August 22nd and will be scheduled for Wednesdays and Friday nights from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and the cost is $25.00. There will be dinner, tractor wagon rides, live music, and some western entertainment. We are currently taking reservations if you call Becky at 830-249-8222 ext. 203.
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
SA Trans is the official San Antonio ground transportation company from the airport to the downtown hotels. Round trip ticket is $14.00 each way and one-way ticket is $16.00. Link the following website: www.saairportshuttle.com to your individual websites for additional guest services to your hotels.
INVITATION FROM THE CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
The City Manager's Office requests your participation in a downtown public forum facilitated by the International Downtown Association (IDA) on Monday, May 5, 2008 at 8:00 am in the City of San Antonio Council Chambers at 114 W. Commerce Street. This public forum will be approximately 90 minutes in length. The panel will solicit questions from attendees regarding the state of our downtown and recommendations for enhancement. Additionally, the IDA Panel will review their findings and recommendations on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at 1:00 pm in the Council Chambers. Please feel free to attend this briefing as well. Please contact Lori Houston at 207-2129 or lori.houston@sanantonio.gov with any questions.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
TOURISM COUNCIL OPEN HOUSE / HAPPY HOUR MIXER
The Spire @ Sunset Station in St. Paul Square
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
CELEBRATING NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK and AREA HIGH SCHOOL HOSPITALITY AND CULINARY ARTS STUDENTS
· Food prepared and served by students
· Learn about Hospitality Programs in High Schools
· Learn about Associate Degree Programs at St. Philip’s College
· Network with members of Tourism Industry
· Meet the future leaders of the Hospitality Industry
Sponsored by San Antonio Area Tourism Council, SACVB, St. Philip’s College, Sunset Station
Please RSVP to Linda Winchester at 886-9991 or linda@sanantoniotourism.com
NOTE: Sunset Station now charges a $5 parking fee.
Saturday, May 10, 2008 (Early voting county-wide thru May 6)
BOND ELECTION
Vote YES on all four propositions.
Friday, May 23, 2008
TOURISM COUNCIL GOLF TOURNAMENT
The Quarry Golf Club located at 444 E. Basse Road.
Registration and breakfast will begin at 8:00 a.m.
play will begin with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m.
An awards program and lunch will follow play at approx. 12:30 p.m.
Please contact Linda Winchester at linda@sanantoniotourism.com or by phone at 886-9991 for registration information.
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NEWS UPDATES FOR THE TOURISM INDUSTRY -
Contact Information
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Marco A. Barros
President and CEO
San Antonio Area Tourism Council
212 Losoya, Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78205
210-886-9991
marco@sanantoniotourism.com
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