On Jul 27, 8:03*am, "Terry" wrote:
As a member of this newsgroup for many years, I thought this would be a
good place to get advice from my fellow pilots.

My son is leaving for Afghanistan on the 21st of Aug from Camp Bullis. I
am looking for a place to stay from Aug 20th - 22nd. Would like it to be
near the "River Walk" area so we can see some of the sights. We will be
flying into KSAN via commercial carrier and renting vehicle.

I know nothing about the San Antonio area as to a place that is a good,
clean, safe place to stay with reasonable rates and close to the River
Walk area. I understand rates will be higher near that area but $400.00
a night, is too much for my wallet.

Last time I was in San Antonio was in 1966 at Lackland AFB so any help
you might provide his mother and I would be very much appreciated.

Thanks to all for your patience

Terry N6401F

Terry,

Welcome back to SA! First, please tell your son and your family that
he will be in our prayers and thoughts during his deployment.

Here is a link that will get you started looking at what is available
on/near the river walk area for lodging and other activities:
http://www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com/

The river walk area and Camp Bullis are not close together. They are
approximately 20 or so miles from each other. (We live just a few
miles from Camp Bullis.)

When you all arrive in SA, you might recognize the downtown area, but
I doubt you will recognize much more. SA has greatly changed over the
last 40+ years. Downtown SA, especially the river walk area is a very
dense tourist area so expect large crowds and don't be in a hurry to
get from place-to-place.

You don't need to be overly concerned about safety, just take the
normal safety precautions and you shouldn't have any problems. For
example, don't be flashing your money around (I keep some cash in my
pocket so I don't have to pull out my wallet); don't leave items
unattended or they might "grow feet".

SA is a very friendly town, but just like anyplace else it has a few
who love to enhance their income at the expense of others.

Unfortunately, we will not be here during your stay. I hope you have a
great time.

Best wishes.

Harry
PP-ASEL
C-172 Driver