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Ice Cream, Raspas, Gelato And Then Some: Ways To Keep Cool in SA
Though El Niño is keeping things relatively cool lately, we all know we’re in for hot summer months. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to cool down and take in a chilly snack in the area. Here’s a quick rundown of your sweet and icy options: [Slideshow: 14 Frosty Places to Keep Your Cool This…
Set Your Inner Adrenaline Junkie Free This Summer
Ah, summer in San Antonio. The air is thick and stifling hot and the smell of barbecue wafts through Alamo City neighborhoods. While thousands will beat the heat by cooling off in favorite watering holes, South Texas thrill-seekers may need more than a cold beer and a cool pool to pass the time — like…
The Unbearable Lameness Of Tubing: A Hater’s Guide To A Thoroughly Texan Pastime
Maybe it’s because I’m not a native Texan, but from the first time I plopped my ass in a scalding hot, donut-hole tube and launched into the slow crawl of the river, I loathed the experience from the core of my being. Sure, the cypress trees are utterly gorgeous. And the floating cooler with built-in…
It Is Possible To Run And Bike In The Heat And Humidity
Are you someone who, given a choice, would much rather prefer to be outside rather than remain cooped up indoors? Kinda tough to remain active in the killer San Antonio heat and humidity, though. So no one would likely blame you for deciding that perhaps you need to take a hiatus from outdoor activity during…
Go With The Flow: A Non-Touristy Option To See SA From The Water
The San Antonio River isn’t necessarily for thrill seekers or adrenaline junkies. It’s known more for its serene, tranquil drift. But paddling a couple miles by canoe or kayak is a laid-back way to let the hours float by. It’s tough to find nature amidst San Antonio’s broad concrete swaths, but a day on the…
Take Fido To These 17 Pet-Friendly Patios
Want to have a couple drinks and have your pooch to tag along, but you’re not sure where to go? Whether you want to take the whole family out or sip on some fancy cocktails with your well-behaved four-legged companion, we’ve found places sure to please you and your pet. You can get your drink…
Palatable Patios: Shady Spots For Summer Chillin’
Choosing a good patio in San Antonio is much like finding good tacos. It’s not very hard to find a chill spot with awesome shade, food and a frosty libations. But the patio game has been on fire lately with the addition of several as-of-yet undiscovered spots — pristine oases, if you will. Here’s a…
Holy Rollercoaster Batman! Fiesta Texas’ Newest Ride Delivers Mayhem
Six Flags Fiesta Texas’ newest thrill ride may carry the Batman name, but just one go on this crazy contraption will have you thinking of The Joker. That’s because the Gotham City-themed attraction is the villain’s predilection for anarchy and chaos in rollercoaster form. Announced late last summer to great fanfare with a stomach-turning animated…
Keep The Kids Movin’ And Shakin’ All Summer Long
With summer vacation just around the corner, your pint-sized roommates may have grand schemes of junk food and television. But once that sugar high wears off, those dog days can stretch on forever. Just for you, we’ve compiled a guide to help beat the boredom before it starts. From an impressive lineup of camps to…
