Spirit Magazine - April 2014 - (Page 124)

TRAVEL PROMOTIONAL SERIES DESTINATION TEXAS Featured City St. Mary's MBA program is training the next generation of business leaders. SAN ANTONIO As one of the oldest European settlements in Texas, the city of San Antonio is a fusion of Spanish, German and Mexican cultures. Situated 80 miles south of Austin, "San Antone" is perhaps best known as home to the Alamo, a destination rivaled only by the cypress tree-lined River Walk meandering through the heart of the city. C HE W DO In April, the entire city breaks into party mode for Fiesta San Antonio, a multiday fest drawing 3 million people to more than 100 events. The celebration spans April 10-27, with highlights including the Texas Cavaliers River Parade and St. Mary's University Fiesta Oyster Bake. The state's oldest and largest Catholic university, situated on 135 lush acres outside of Downtown San Antonio, will host the annual fete at its new multimillion dol- and is a sure bet for a chill vibe and a chilled, swanky cocktail. Dig into the fancy gastropub fare, like the poppable deviled eggs or a hearty bison burger. lar sports complex, The Park. For more information, visit stmarytx.edu/mba. SIP Ease into the local scene with a pit stop at the oldest bar on the River Walk, The Esquire Tavern. This beloved downtown haunt boasts the longest wooden bar top in Texas When in doubt, follow the River Walk.The 5-mile-long network of walkways along the banks of the San Antonio River is lined with boutiques and unrivaled Tex-Mex restaurants, prime for refueling and people-watching. Dine alfresco at the popular Boudro's on the River Walk, where the prickly pear margarita and guacamole whipped up table side are not to be missed. SEE Abundant with historic landmarks and lore, San Antonio is a city for history buffs. Simply pick your favorite mode of transportation. Climb aboard a Rio San Antonio Cruise for a narrated city tour down the San Antonio River, take http://www.stmarytx.edu/mba http://WWW.GALVESTON.COM http://WWW.GALVESTON.COM

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - April 2014

Spirit Magazine - April 2014
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
Rustle up ribs
shake up a summer sipper
Wise Guide
Take better snaps
Make finance a family affair
Numbers
Make time for sweets
Learn from the Bard
Business
Zen out with Russell Simmons
Store more on your iPhone
Chasing Beautiful Questions
Connection Error
Get out of your social comfort zone
Your Adventure In Santa Fe
Destination Texas
Calendar
Fun!
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Products & Services
Flight Service
Terminal Maps
Information
Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners
Route Map
The "If" List
Touch base with Tracy Morgan

Spirit Magazine - April 2014