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Stay at the Riverwalk Suites Hotel in San Antonio; Dates Available into March: Hotel at a Glance: Riverwalk Suites San Antonio Downtown

The Riverwalk Suites San Antonio Downtown is just steps from the city's iconic Riverwalk, which curves through the city past the Alamo and several other notable attractions. The Riverwalk is essentially the heart of San Antonio, lined with shops and restaurants; it's a lively spot at night, too, with lots of upscale lounges and laidback cantinas open late.

* Free continental breakfast is served each morning
* Take a dip in the outdoor heated pool
* In-room amenities: Flat-screen TV, microwave, and mini-refrigerator
* Grab a quick bite anytime at the Snack Shoppe—it's open 24 hours a day.

San Antonio, Texas: Historic Missions near Picturesque River Walk

In the late 1920s, architect Robert H. H. Hugman designed an urban park around the San Antonio River—a space he envisioned as an American version of Venice, where people could shop and dine along the waterfront. Completed in 1941, the 2.5-mile river walk still serves as a vital artery in the heart of San Antonio as it wends its way past cafés, hotels, bars, and shops.

Located one story below street level, the waterway is flanked on either side by stone pathways, quiet waterfalls, and towering cypress trees. The winding river-walk path reveals little surprises along the way, such as picturesque restaurants, public art installations, and cardboard cutouts of Davy Crockett. A new extension connects the river walk to the four-story San Antonio Museum of Art, where you'll find more than 25,000 sculptures and paintings that range from Roman antiquities to contemporary art

Also neighboring the river walk is the Alamo. Thanks to the 1836 battle that made it a symbol of Texas independence, the Alamo has become the most visited tourist site in the state. It's actually one of five historic Spanish missions clustered around the San Antonio River. The largest, Mission San José, lies just 5 miles south of downtown. Its famed rose window is once again on display following an extensive renovation.

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Stay at Holiday Inn Dallas–Richardson in Richardson, TX, with Dates Available into April: Hotel at a Glance: Holiday Inn Dallas–Richardson

Some of the world's largest telecommunications and networking companies have offices in the city of Richardson, Texas, located about 15 miles from Dallas. In turn, the Holiday Inn Dallas–Richardson is well-equipped for business travelers—it offers six conference rooms equipped with high-tech amenities. If you have downtime, you can check out any of the five malls in the area, such as Galleria Dallas, which boasts more than 200 shops and an indoor ice skating rink.

* Try southwestern cuisine at Austin Grill, the hotel’s onsite restaurant. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner specials such as braised pork ribs and blue-bonnet veggie enchiladas.
* Lounge in the sun by the hotel's outdoor pool
* Take a train ride to Dallas: The DART can get you downtown in just 30 minutes
* The hotel’s complimentary shuttle will drop you off anywhere within a 5-mile radius of the hotel
* Firemans #4 blonde ale, an award-winning beer made in Texas, and is on tap at Austin Lounge

Richardson, Texas: Well-Heeled Dallas Suburb with Major Businesses and Upscale Shopping

An affluent suburb of North Dallas, Richardson was called one of the best places to live in the United States according to Money magazine in 2006, and it was named the second-best place to raise kids in Texas according to a Business Week annual report in 2009.

In addition to its thriving business center—more than 5,000 businesses have operations within Richardson's 28 square miles—the city is home to several upscale shopping malls, 40 miles of scenic biking trails, and a renowned performing arts center. The Cottonwood Arts Festival draws crowds the first weekend of each May and October. Twelve miles north, you can tour Southfork Ranch and the Ewing Mansion, which served as shooting locations for the hit series “Dallas."

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