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San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau Opens Chicago Office
The San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau (SACVB) will open a satellite office in Chicago on March 1, 2010. This is part of the city’s “In the Heart Meetings” pledge, targeting ways that San Antonio can foster a more productive meeting experience. With the opening of this new office, San Antonio will be able to provide increased visibility to this key region.

San Antonio’s Luminaria Lights Up Contemporary Art Month
San Antonio celebrates its 25th annual Contemporary Art Month (CAM) along with Luminaria on March 13. Throughout March, contemporary art opportunities reign at museums, studios, galleries, artistic happenings and performances that highlight the cultural treasures of San Antonio. Traditional to unusual venues citywide participants open their doors to the public for CAM. On March 13, Luminaria’s core events emanate from downtown San Antonio and don’t end until midnight. Visitors are surrounded by simultaneous and innovative programming: art happenings, readings and numerous stages with theater, dance and musical performances. Citywide celebrations go till early morning and include studio tours and art demonstrations with museums and galleries open for the festive night. For a full listing of CAM’s month-long events, visit www.contemporaryartmonth.com. For information on Luminaria visit www.luminariasa.org. For more information on San Antonio visit www.visitsanantonio.com

San Antonio Debuts the “Great American Date Night”
This February, San Antonio brings back the “Great American Date Night” with a whirlwind of romantic giveaways. For many, a date night has become a luxury that doesn’t fit into a busy life. San Antonio is setting the stage for couples to reconnect, rekindle and reawaken romance with all-inclusive dates in markets around the country as well as trips to romantic San Antonio. Beginning February 1, 2010, people throughout the United States can log on to

It's Time to Fiesta in San Antonio!
It’s time for a fiesta (April 15-25)—and no one throws a party quite like San Antonio. Get ready for 11 days of parades, carnivals, balls, art fairs, concerts and amazing food—all set amidst a historic city with old world charm and a new world blend of cultures.

World’s Largest JW Marriott Opens in San Antonio
Today, the world’s largest JW Marriott opened its doors in San Antonio offering a hacienda-style getaway brimming with luxurious amenities.

San Antonio Debuts the “Great American Date Night”
This February, San Antonio brings back the “Great American Date Night” with a whirlwind of romantic giveaways. For many, a date night has become a luxury that doesn’t fit into a busy life. San Antonio is setting the stage for couples to reconnect, rekindle and reawaken romance with all-inclusive dates in markets around the country as well as trips to romantic San Antonio.

Spring into San Antonio
This spring, San Antonio blooms with excitement. Whether you’re a couple looking for a memorable hideaway or family looking to get the most for your vacation dollars, San Antonio is many vacations in one.

San Antonio’s 23rd Annual MLK March – The Legacy Continues
San Antonio remains one of the largest marches in the U.S. January 18, 2010, will mark the 23rd anniversary of the City of San Antonio’s legacy of joining with community members to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of this nation’s most revered civil rights leaders. The San Antonio march will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the MLK Academy. Coach Herman Boone will deliver the keynote speech at the Commemorative Program following the march. Boone is best known for his story being told in the hit movie Remember the Titans. Visitors are invited to participate in the march on Monday along with the thousands of dedicated and impassioned leaders. Join the city deep in the heart for a march with meaning. For more information on the 2010 MLK March and Commemoration, visit www.sanantonio.gov/mlk. For more information on San Antonio visit www.visitsanantonio.com.

San Antonio CVB Wins 2009 Gold Adrian Award
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San Antonio Hosts Texas International Olive Festival
The Texas International Olive Festival, dubbed Olives Olé, will celebrate Texas olives and feature an endless array of olive treats for all the senses.

San Antonio Throws One of Nation’s Largest New Year’s Bashes!
Free and fun for the entire family, San Antonio is estimating more than a quarter-million party-goers to attend Celebrate San Antonio on New Year’s Eve.

San Antonio Takes Home 26 Four Diamond Awards
Twenty-six San Antonio hotels and restaurants have been awarded AAA’s Four Diamond Award for excellence. This attests to the city’s numerous options for discerning travelers.

Tour San Antonio’s Eclectic Neighborhoods Online with New Website
Often referred to as a big city with a small town feel, San Antonio’s many districts and neighborhoods have their own unique style, feel and offerings. Now San Antonio has an interactive neighborhood tour website that acts an easy-to-use guide to the city’s many lesser-known treasures.

San Antonio Readies for 2010 Valero Alamo Bowl
San Antonio offers Michigan State and Texas Tech football fans a multitude of holiday events and activities to fill their days and nights while in town for the 17th annual Valero Alamo Bowl on January 2, 2009 at the Alamodome. Plan a few extra days before and after the Alamo Bowl to experience some of the sights and sounds of the holiday season in San Antonio, including the River Walk, the city's New Year's Eve bash (one of the largest in the country) and much more.

San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Named Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year
The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo has been named the Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year for the fifth consecutive year by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association.

San Antonio Named Top Christmas City by Southern Living
Southern Living magazine just named San Antonio as the best southern Christmas city. A hot travel destination all year long, San Antonio really shines during the Christmas season.

“Good Morning America” Lights Up San Antonio – This Wednesday!
San Antonio will be front-and-center in Times Square this Wednesday, December 2, as “Good Morning America” (“GMA”) reveals the first of their "Holiday Windows" for 2009.

San Antonio’s Watermark Hotel & Spa Earns Four Stars from Forbes Travel Guide
Located along the River Walk, the prestigious Watermark Hotel & Spa has earned a four-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for outstanding facilities and services.

San Antonio CVB Models Green Community Collaboration
The CVB, along with the Freeman Company, donated discarded banners to be repurposed and sold in order to raise money for a restoration of The Women’s Pavilion at HemisFair Park.

“Good Morning America” Lights Up San Antonio
San Antonio will be front-and-center in Times Square December 2, when ABC News’ “Good Morning America” (“GMA”) anchors reveal the first of their "Holiday Windows" for 2009. San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro joins anchors Diane Sawyer, Chris Cuomo and Robin Roberts for the reveal.

Russian Prima Ballerina will star in San Antonio Nutcracker Performance
Russian Prima Ballerina, Marianna Ryzhkina, of Moscow’s famous Bolshoi Theatere Ballet, has accepted an invitation to make her San Antonio debut in performances of The Nutcracker. Ryzhkina will partner with another native Russian, Alexei Tyukov, in the November 27-29 performances at San Antonio’s Municipal Auditorium. The Nutcracker is important because it is a fairytale that evokes both creativity and fun. It is a wonderful holiday tradition that can be shared by children and adults alike and is a way to celebrate the season,” says Vetrov. “ The Nutcracker will be performed by Metropolitan Classical Ballet under the artistic direction of Alexander Vetrov and Paul Mejia in association with San Antonio Metropolitan Ballet, Susan Connally, Artistic Director. The production will be accompanied by the San Antonio Symphony under the direction of Maestro Bernard Rubenstein, Music Director of Metropolitan Classical Ballet. The Nutcracker performances are November 27, 28, 29 and December 4, 5, 6 at Municipal Auditorium, San Antonio. For more information on performances call (210) 226-2891 or visit www.ARTSSA.org. For more information on San Antonio go to www.visitsanantonio.com.

Celebrate the Holidays Like Never Before—in Historic San Antonio!
Traditions abound—from tamale making to parades along the scenic River Walk. The holidays are the perfect time to immerse yourself in the gifts of San Antonio!

Texas’ Greenest Hotel Opens in San Antonio
The new Holiday Inn Northwest/SeaWorld has opened in historic San Antonio, just a stones throw from SeaWorld San Antonio.

San Antonian Drew Mayer-Oakes Appointed To The Association of Film Commissioners International Board
Drew Mayer-Oakes, Director of the San Antonio Film Commission, is one of only eight members from film commissions worldwide that will serve a two-year term for The Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI).

  
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This is the house pictured in ads on WantsCheck.Com and T6Driver.Com.  "The AP" was purchased to provide an alternative to living at the Randolph Inn during the long PIT course.  The AP is ideal in terms of location and luxury.  It's less than ten minutes from Randolph AFB and is a mere 2.5 minute walk to Borders Bookstore, Starbucks and the convenience of the Forum shopping center.  The AP hosts an impressive technological interior and tier one features to make your TDY more enjoyable.  Staying at the AP costs the same as staying at the Randolph Inn except you get a great deal more for Sam's dollar.  If you stay at the AP instead of the Randolph Inn you will be reimbursed for your TDY just as if you had stayed on base but you'll enjoy the experience much more.

For Availability please scroll down to the bottom of the page

The AP is located in the upscale Universal City neighborhood of Olympia Hills.  The neighborhood is one of the oldest and nicest in the area and has more trees and vegation than newer areas.  Click here to watch a video showing the neighborhood.  See another video here.  The house is right behind the Forum Shopping Center (but shielded from view by trees).  Some of the highlights of the AP location include:

The AP is secluded and quiet in a woody neighborhood bordering the exceptional convenience of the Forum through a private gate.

The AP is a four bedroom, two story, house with 2.5 bathrooms and a two car garage.  It has a sizeable fenced in backyard that hosts a small outdoor pond with fish, two turtles, and a small garden (under construction).  The landscaping includes shrubbery and several large shade providing trees.  A landscaping service takes care of the yard.  All floors are carpeted with the exception of the kitchen, dining room, and bathrooms which host an ornate tile.  The house includes a small wet bar near the living room and a 2007 model four person hot tub in the back patio area (serviced by our property manager).

The AP has been packed with toys and tools to make it convenient for work and play.  The entire house is blanketed with a Wireless N network and high speed internet access (up to 5mps) and allows for wireless printing, scanning, and faxing from the study or the upstairs master bedroom.  If you don't have a wireless card you can plug into the ethernet jack in the bedroom and get the same features.  In addition, an ethernet network exists throughout the house and ties into the two house Xbox 360s.  The Xbox, Playstation 3, and Wii come with several games.

Full weekly maid service is provided (they do your laundry, wash and put away dishes, etc) and all utilities are included (local phone only).  Pets are not allowed inside the house and are only allowed to stay in the garage/yard with prior approval on a case by case basis.  Under no circumstance are they allowed inside the house.  No smoking in the house.

Residents are not locked into the lease and can leave immediately at any time after notifying the house owner.  The reason there is no lease is because once you've seen the house you won't want to leave.  It's simply that good.

The Den

  • 62" wall mounted HD Plasma Screen w/ Surround Sound
  • DirectTV HD with 200 channels, Sunday Ticket, Playboy TV, and Premium movie package
  • HD DVR able to record two channels simultaneously for up to 150 hours of programming
  • Xbox 360 (networked)
  • Large fish tank with filter, auto feeder, and IR laser auto water filling system (taken care of by maid service)
  • Leather 3 seat recliner couch with consoles & cupholders between each seat
  • Leather recliner
  • Universal Remote

Master Bedroom (has its own private bath)

  • 42" wall mounted LCD
  • Xbox 360
  • DirectTV with Sunday Ticket, Playboy TV, and Premium movie package
  • Nintendo Wii, Wii Balance Board
  • Wireless color printer/copier/scanner/fax
  • Glass Desk & Leather chair
  • Sofa Sleeper
  • Universal Remote
  • Mini-frig & Microwave
  • Queen size bed and triple bunk bed
  • iPod Alarm Clock
  • Chest-of-drawers

Each Bedroom

  • Wall mounted 26" High Definition LCD flat panel TV with built in DVD player
  • DirectTV with Sunday Ticket, Playboy TV, and Premium movie package
  • Queen size bed and chest-of-drawers
  • Glass desk & leather desk chair
  • IPOD Stereo AM/FM Alarm Clock (plays/charges your IPOD if you have one)
  • Upstairs master has a PlayStation 3, Guitar Hero, 2 guitars and a wireless printer/scanner/fax

Kitchen

  • Frig/Freezer with water/cube dispenser
  • Microwave, Stove, Dishwasher & garbage disposal
  • Coffee Maker
  • 6 seat dining table
  • Fireplace

Laundry

  • Front loading washer and dryer (HE detergent only)

The Wet Bar

  • Full wet bar & wine rack

The Hot Tub

  • 2007 HotSprings/Tiger River Sumatran
  • Seats 4 comfortably

Back Patio

  • Propane Grill with rotisserie

MAID SERVICE:

  • Cleans everything as would be expected
  • Washes and puts away dishes
  • Washes all linens and makes beds
  • Washes any dirty clothes left on residents bed (if door is left open) and then folds and puts those clothes away
  • Cleans the fish tank and maintains the automatic fish feeder and water leveller
  • Maintains the Roomba robotic vacuums

There are two security cameras in the common areas pointed at the front and back doors which are used to monitor the maids - they both have privacy buttons to them on or off and residents can turn them on/off at will


  
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  105MM SUITE
40MM SUITE
25MM SUITE
SPOOKY SUITE (Master)
NOV MR (T-6 PIT) DG (T-1 PIT)  JM (T-6 PIT)  SB (T-6 PIT)
DEC MR (T-6 PIT) DG (T-1 PIT)  JM (T-6 PIT)  SB (T-6 PIT)
JAN MR (T-6 PIT) DG (T-1 PIT)  JM (T-6 PIT)  SB (T-6 PIT)
FEB MR (T-6 PIT) DG (T-1 PIT)    MT (T-6 PIT)
MAR MR (T-6 PIT) DG (T-1 PIT)    MT (T-6 PIT)
APR        MT (T-6 PIT)
MAY        MT (T-6 PIT)
JUN        MT (T-6 PIT)
JUL        

 * Reservations are made on a first come first serve basis.  To ensure a room will be available please visit the contact information page and send us your TDY dates and your desire to request a room reservation.  You can do this by clicking here and sending a message with your dates and any other questions.  Then, when you're ready to reserve a room and guarantee that it's reserved for you simply follow these directions.

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE A ROOM

** This house caters to dudes in T-38 PIT, T-1 PIT, T-6 PIT, and IFF

** A blank block means the room is available for that month.  Otherwise somebody has firmly reserved the room by following the instructions above.

*** All filled up? Contact us anyway and we will refer you to three other rental houses in the area that cater to IFF and PIT students


  
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The living room hosts an HD 62" wall mounted plasma, surround sound, DirecTV with all movie channels and Sunday Ticket, DVR, and an XBox 360 with Xbox Live account.

Below is the view from the living room above the main entrance and wet bar.

The fish tank has an auto filter, and a dedicated water line with a "water level" device that uses IR lasers to keep the water level full...

 

In the picture above, the laundry is to the left, the garage is through the door, and to the right is the half bath pictured below:

 

Within the fenced in backyard is a fenced in garden/pond with automatic fish/turtle feeder and water filler (you can also see the robotic lawnmower's charging dock):

The Four Bedrooms are Shown Below:

Each upstairs room comes with a 26" wall mounted HD LCD with integrated DVD player, IPOD alarm clock, and chest & drawers.  Pictured below is the upstairs 105MM SUITE.

This room also comes with a wireless printer/scanner/fax like the one in the downstairs bedroom.  It also comes with a PlayStation 3, Guitar Hero, and two Guitars.  This room has two closets.  Pictured below is the 105MM SUITE.

 

The view out the 105MM SUITE window:

Pictured below is the 40MM SUITE

Tenants can access the house high speed internet via wireless internet or through provided LAN cable as shown above.  Pictured below is the 40MM SUITE.

Pictured below is the 25MM SUITE 

Note:  Pics of this room were taken while a tenant was moving stuff in...  Each of the three queen bunks has linens as does the pullout sofa sleeper.  This room is made like an efficiency for privacy and comes with a private bathroom, a mini-frig, and a microwave.  The picture below is the SPOOKY SUITE.

It also comes with a Nintendo Wii, a Wii fit board, a 36" wall mounted plasma and a wireless printer/scanner/fax.

Of course it also comes with a private bathroom...


  
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