Annual 7/1 Air Cav Reunion – San Antonio, TX 21 -25 September 2016
Welcome to the BLACKHAWK Annual Reunion which is being held this year in beautiful San Antonio, TX. This year’s Hosts are: Ed Thomas and Andy Knight. We will be happy to answer any of your pre-arrival questions and help you out during your time with us in this remarkable city. San Antonio is the premier tourist destination for Texas.
Listed below are a number of attractions to visit if you are so inclined, or just hang out at the majestic Menger Hotel which is the oldest Hotel in San Antonio. Teddy Roosevelt formed the famous Rough Riders in their Hotel Bar!
Also listed is information on transportation assistance from the San Antonio International Airport to the Menger Hotel which is located downtown. It is a 15 minute drive during non-rush hour traffic. We will also be offering free pick up by one of our members who can come and get you if you give us a heads up. Andy Knight can be reached at: 210-846-2059 and Ed Thomas can be reached at: 254-760-6826.
The Menger Hotel is facing Alamo Plaza and is literally a two minute walk to be facing the historic Alamo. The famous River Walk is accessible from either walking across Alamo Plaza and through the Hyatt Hotel or by walking out the back of the Menger and immediately into the Riverwalk Mall. This is a three story regular modern mall complete with both a regular and an IMAX Movie theater. From the air conditioned mall, you will have access on its other end directly to the River Walk and River Barges.
Ed Thomas has a son who was recently promoted to Brigadier General in the Air Force. He has recently accepted an assignment to the Pentagon as the Air Force Chief of Public Affairs. He will be our guest speaker for the dinner and should have some fascinating insight as to what is currently taking place in the military today.
No major tours have been scheduled due to the costs involved and the number of things already available to do in the area. For you retired military members, San Antonio has three active military bases: Fort Sam Houston, Lackland AFB and Randolph AFB. We are known as Military City USA. If you have a valid military ID, Fort Sam is a 10 minute drive from the hotel.
As you can see, this should be a great gathering place to not only share our camaraderie and renew old acquaintances, but also to have fun and enjoy a relaxing vacation to boot! Ed and I are looking forward to seeing all of you soon, so “Come on Down”! Andy Knight
Menger Hotel - http://www.mengerhotel.com/
San Antonio Visitors Bureau –http://visitsanantonio.com/english/Explore-San-Antonio/Only- in-San-Antonio/Unforgettable-San-Antonio-Videos
San Antonio International Airport: http://www.sanantonio.gov/SAT.aspx
SUPER SHUTTLE Super Shuttle is San Antonio International Airport's authorized and single shared- ride shuttle service. Shuttles depart from 7 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. daily to downtown hotels every 15 minutes. Passengers may purchase tickets at the airport's baggage claim area. Ticket Rates $19.00 per person to downtown hotels or $34.00 for a round trip ticket. Make a reservation Book online and receive an additional discount. Online rates are $19.00 to downtown hotels and $34.00 for a roundtrip ticket. Major Credit cards are accepted. More Information Visit supershuttle.com or call 210.281.9900 for additional information.
The Alamo - http://www.thealamo.org/
San Antonio Zoo - http://www.sazoo-aq.org/
San Antonio River Walk Guide - http://riverwalkguide.com/
Sea World - https://seaworldparks.com/en/seaworld-sanantonio/
San Antonio – Natural Bridge Safari and Caverns Area - http://www.wildliferanchtexas.com/
Natural Bridge Caverns – Next to Safari - http://www.naturalbridgecaverns.com/(S(skj1l055vptl0t55ul1yco45))/Index.aspx
San Antonio Missions – A World Heritage Site - http://visitsanantonio.com/english/Explore- San-Antonio/Only-in-San-Antonio/The-Alamo/The-San-Antonio-Missions