Spotlight on San Antonio
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Spotlight on San Antonio
Enjoy the holiday spirit Texas-style as you settle into your River Walk hotel on this Southwestern getaway. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the legendary Alamo and Mission San José. Discover the bold flavors of Texas during dinner at a restored convent in the historic King William District. Visit the National Museum of the Pacific War when you venture to charming Fredericksburg nestled in the Hill Country, rich with German heritage. Cruise along the Paseo del Rio. Take in the holiday sights during an evening stroll with over 120,000 lights illuminating the River Walk during holiday season. Immerse yourself in the laid-back atmosphere of this vibrant city.
Enjoy the holiday spirit Texas-style as you settle into your River Walk hotel on this Southwestern getaway. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the legendary Alamo and Mission San José. Discover the bold flavors of Texas during dinner at a restored convent in the historic King William District. Visit the National Museum of the Pacific War when you venture to charming Fredericksburg nestled in the Hill Country, rich with German heritage. Cruise along the Paseo del Rio. Take in the holiday sights during an evening stroll with over 120,000 lights illuminating the River Walk during holiday season. Immerse yourself in the laid-back atmosphere of this vibrant city.
Interests
- Holiday Travel
4 Nights
Starting At
$1,749.00
USD
December 14, 2024 through December 18, 2024
Book by:
December 10, 2024 7:00 PM
Land Only Price
ID: 8037227
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Highlights
Spotlight on San Antonio
Mission San Jose
Founded on June 11, 1979 by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen, Mission San Jose was a self-sustaining village occupied by local natives, soldiers, artisans with families and priests. After an earthquake hit in 1868, it wasn’t until 1982 that reconstruction began. Soon after, the museum building was constructed. Many people visit the mission looking for information about their relatives, such as baptism or burial records.
The Alamo
The Alamo Mission de in San Antonio, commonly called the Alamo, is a former Roman-Catholic mission and fortress compound and is the site of the Battle of the Alamo, which took place in 1836. The Alamo itself in considered hallowed ground and the Shrine of Texas Liberty due to the battle that took place here. Today, it is now a museum with free admission located in the downtown historic district of San Antonio.
El Mercado
Rich in culture of San Antonio, the Market Square is a three-block outdoor plaza lined with over a 100 restaurants, shops and produce stands. Market Square is also a place where performers and entertainers perform during festivals. El Mercado is the largest Mexican market in the United States and the foods and goods sold in the market primarily reflects Mexican culture.
Fredericksburg
Founded in 1846, Fredericksburg was named after Prince Frederick of Prussia. The town where German settlers had inhabited is also known as the home of Texas German, and was nicknamed Fritztown. Fredericksburg and neighboring town Stonewall became known as the Peach Capital of Texas. Today, because of the elevation, sandy soil and climate, growers have been able to produce peaches, herbs, grapes and a variety of flowers.
National Museum of the Pacific War
Built in the hometown of legendary WWII Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, the National Museum of the Pacific War chronicles the heroic and horrific Pacific theater of WWII, with immersive “living history” exhibits.
Choice on Tour
You have the choice of 2 different activities. Visit the South Texas Heritage Center at the Witte Museum. This is an interactive museum dedicated to sharing the stories of San Antonio’s people and the land that has shaped their lives -OR- choose to explore the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. Discover the 33-acre landscape, including its expansive rose gardens and conservatory with tropical vegetation. Make your way along the Texas Native Trail, showcasing ecosystems from the diverse regions of the state.
Historic Pearl District
Paseo del Rio Cruise
The Paseo del Rio is Spanish for the Walk of the River, referring to the San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio, Texas. At the river walk you can cruise on a boat down the picturesque river.
Mission San Jose
Founded on June 11, 1979 by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen, Mission San Jose was a self-sustaining village occupied by local natives, soldiers, artisans with families and priests. After an earthquake hit in 1868, it wasn’t until 1982 that reconstruction began. Soon after, the museum building was constructed. Many people visit the mission looking for information about their relatives, such as baptism or burial records.
The Alamo
The Alamo Mission de in San Antonio, commonly called the Alamo, is a former Roman-Catholic mission and fortress compound and is the site of the Battle of the Alamo, which took place in 1836. The Alamo itself in considered hallowed ground and the Shrine of Texas Liberty due to the battle that took place here. Today, it is now a museum with free admission located in the downtown historic district of San Antonio.
El Mercado
Rich in culture of San Antonio, the Market Square is a three-block outdoor plaza lined with over a 100 restaurants, shops and produce stands. Market Square is also a place where performers and entertainers perform during festivals. El Mercado is the largest Mexican market in the United States and the foods and goods sold in the market primarily reflects Mexican culture.
Fredericksburg
Founded in 1846, Fredericksburg was named after Prince Frederick of Prussia. The town where German settlers had inhabited is also known as the home of Texas German, and was nicknamed Fritztown. Fredericksburg and neighboring town Stonewall became known as the Peach Capital of Texas. Today, because of the elevation, sandy soil and climate, growers have been able to produce peaches, herbs, grapes and a variety of flowers.
National Museum of the Pacific War
Built in the hometown of legendary WWII Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, the National Museum of the Pacific War chronicles the heroic and horrific Pacific theater of WWII, with immersive “living history” exhibits.
Choice on Tour
You have the choice of 2 different activities. Visit the South Texas Heritage Center at the Witte Museum. This is an interactive museum dedicated to sharing the stories of San Antonio’s people and the land that has shaped their lives -OR- choose to explore the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. Discover the 33-acre landscape, including its expansive rose gardens and conservatory with tropical vegetation. Make your way along the Texas Native Trail, showcasing ecosystems from the diverse regions of the state.
Historic Pearl District
Paseo del Rio Cruise
The Paseo del Rio is Spanish for the Walk of the River, referring to the San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio, Texas. At the river walk you can cruise on a boat down the picturesque river.
Hotels
Spotlight on San Antonio
The Westin Riverwalk
420 West Market St., San Antonio, TX, United States
The Westin Riverwalk
420 West Market St., San Antonio, TX, United States
Highlights
Spotlight on San Antonio
Mission San Jose
Founded on June 11, 1979 by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen, Mission San Jose was a self-sustaining village occupied by local natives, soldiers, artisans with families and priests. After an earthquake hit in 1868, it wasn’t until 1982 that reconstruction began. Soon after, the museum building was constructed. Many people visit the mission looking for information about their relatives, such as baptism or burial records.
The Alamo
The Alamo Mission de in San Antonio, commonly called the Alamo, is a former Roman-Catholic mission and fortress compound and is the site of the Battle of the Alamo, which took place in 1836. The Alamo itself in considered hallowed ground and the Shrine of Texas Liberty due to the battle that took place here. Today, it is now a museum with free admission located in the downtown historic district of San Antonio.
El Mercado
Rich in culture of San Antonio, the Market Square is a three-block outdoor plaza lined with over a 100 restaurants, shops and produce stands. Market Square is also a place where performers and entertainers perform during festivals. El Mercado is the largest Mexican market in the United States and the foods and goods sold in the market primarily reflects Mexican culture.
Fredericksburg
Founded in 1846, Fredericksburg was named after Prince Frederick of Prussia. The town where German settlers had inhabited is also known as the home of Texas German, and was nicknamed Fritztown. Fredericksburg and neighboring town Stonewall became known as the Peach Capital of Texas. Today, because of the elevation, sandy soil and climate, growers have been able to produce peaches, herbs, grapes and a variety of flowers.
National Museum of the Pacific War
Built in the hometown of legendary WWII Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, the National Museum of the Pacific War chronicles the heroic and horrific Pacific theater of WWII, with immersive “living history” exhibits.
Choice on Tour
You have the choice of 2 different activities. Visit the South Texas Heritage Center at the Witte Museum. This is an interactive museum dedicated to sharing the stories of San Antonio’s people and the land that has shaped their lives -OR- choose to explore the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. Discover the 33-acre landscape, including its expansive rose gardens and conservatory with tropical vegetation. Make your way along the Texas Native Trail, showcasing ecosystems from the diverse regions of the state.
Historic Pearl District
Paseo del Rio Cruise
The Paseo del Rio is Spanish for the Walk of the River, referring to the San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio, Texas. At the river walk you can cruise on a boat down the picturesque river.
Mission San Jose
Founded on June 11, 1979 by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen, Mission San Jose was a self-sustaining village occupied by local natives, soldiers, artisans with families and priests. After an earthquake hit in 1868, it wasn’t until 1982 that reconstruction began. Soon after, the museum building was constructed. Many people visit the mission looking for information about their relatives, such as baptism or burial records.
The Alamo
The Alamo Mission de in San Antonio, commonly called the Alamo, is a former Roman-Catholic mission and fortress compound and is the site of the Battle of the Alamo, which took place in 1836. The Alamo itself in considered hallowed ground and the Shrine of Texas Liberty due to the battle that took place here. Today, it is now a museum with free admission located in the downtown historic district of San Antonio.
El Mercado
Rich in culture of San Antonio, the Market Square is a three-block outdoor plaza lined with over a 100 restaurants, shops and produce stands. Market Square is also a place where performers and entertainers perform during festivals. El Mercado is the largest Mexican market in the United States and the foods and goods sold in the market primarily reflects Mexican culture.
Fredericksburg
Founded in 1846, Fredericksburg was named after Prince Frederick of Prussia. The town where German settlers had inhabited is also known as the home of Texas German, and was nicknamed Fritztown. Fredericksburg and neighboring town Stonewall became known as the Peach Capital of Texas. Today, because of the elevation, sandy soil and climate, growers have been able to produce peaches, herbs, grapes and a variety of flowers.
National Museum of the Pacific War
Built in the hometown of legendary WWII Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, the National Museum of the Pacific War chronicles the heroic and horrific Pacific theater of WWII, with immersive “living history” exhibits.
Choice on Tour
You have the choice of 2 different activities. Visit the South Texas Heritage Center at the Witte Museum. This is an interactive museum dedicated to sharing the stories of San Antonio’s people and the land that has shaped their lives -OR- choose to explore the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. Discover the 33-acre landscape, including its expansive rose gardens and conservatory with tropical vegetation. Make your way along the Texas Native Trail, showcasing ecosystems from the diverse regions of the state.
Historic Pearl District
Paseo del Rio Cruise
The Paseo del Rio is Spanish for the Walk of the River, referring to the San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio, Texas. At the river walk you can cruise on a boat down the picturesque river.
Hotels
Spotlight on San Antonio
The Westin Riverwalk
420 West Market St., San Antonio, TX, United States
The Westin Riverwalk
420 West Market St., San Antonio, TX, United States
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True adventures go beyond incredible destinations or inclusive packages. Collette delivers a sense of possibility across all seven continents.
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