San Antonio - Part III

Our last day in San Antonio we did not have any big plans other than exploring the area by foot.  Oh and of course eating at Casa Rio again.

 I can't remember what restaurant this was at but definitely picture worthy.

 

Above and below are views from our hotel room.  It was so conveniently located along the river walk, anytime we needed a break for more water or fresh clothes we just popped up to our room. 

 

We walked so much this day that when we did stop to sit down and rest Steve would take off his shoes.  I told him he looked like a hobo and this is what he gave me......

 

Steve and I had such a great time, just the two of us.  I realize now how important our alone time really is.

San Antonio - Part II

Friday after checking out of our hotel we took the shuttle bus to downtown San Antonio and our next hotel; which was right along the river walk.  It was almost as nice as the Marriott but since we didn't spend too much time there it didn't really matter.

After getting checked in and settled we headed out to lunch at the restaurant that was highly recommended by our river boat tour guide, Casa Rio.  We loved the food so much we ate there the next day as well.

Once we finished our yummy margaritas we headed for the Alamo.  It was so nice to be able to explore the museums and not be rushed and interrupted umpteen times by little ones.  The history of the Alamo is so rich, we could nearly feel the spirit of those who gave their lives for our independence. 

The Alamo Cenotaph pays tribute to those who lost their lives in the battle of the Alamo.

I loved the history and architecture of San Antonio.

Some wax sculptures we happened upon and thought our boys would enjoy seeing mom and dad with John Cena and The Undertaker.

The Torch of Friendship

La Villita

Steve and I stopped at a pub to get a drink and all of a sudden the ceiling started leaking.  The front part of the restaurant was nearly flooded before they canceled our order and evacuated the building.

After shopping at the mall next to our hotel, Steve and I decided to take an evening stroll along the river walk.  We were still looking for a place to get a drink when I saw a sign for margaritas and led the two of us up to Coyote Ugly......little did I know.

San Antonio - Part I

Steve and I took our first solo trip last week to San Antonio, Texas.  Steve was selected by his boss to receive an award for being a Top Performer among Wells Fargo's Technology and Operations Group.  This award was given to the top 3% of employees which amounted to about 700 people.  The company paid for our air fair and hotel stay at the JW Marriot Hill Country Resort as well as all food, drinks and entertainment for the first 48 hours of our trip. 

 

The view from our hotel room.  When we arrived we had time to kill before heading to dinner so we soaked up some sun on the lazy river at the hotel.

Steve and I chose to explore the San Antonio River by taking a chartered River Cruiser.

After enjoying lunch at Rio Rio we got to go shopping and explore La Villita, a small village made up of historic buildings. 

 We stopped at San Fernando Cathedral founded in 1731.

We also stopped at Ursuline Academy/Southwest School of Art, founded in 1851 by French Ursuline nuns.

We got back to the hotel in time to shower and get ready for the awards ceremony, dinner and celebration.  

Dave and Gwen were so fun to hang out with all day.  At the end of the night we were a little sad to say goodbye to our new found bff's.  

The dealer at our blackjack table was a saint for putting up with Gwen and I's lack of knowledge on the game.   

I always knew Steve was a hard worker and it was so nice to see that all his hard work pays off.