texas - Blogs - Tripatini2024-03-29T14:33:36Zhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/texasWhat to See and Do on the San Antonio River Walk: A Bucket Listhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/river-walk-san-antonio-texas2023-12-14T11:06:50.000Z2023-12-14T11:06:50.000ZRoscthttps://tripatini.com/members/Rosct<div><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12325577696?profile=RESIZE_400x&width=400"></div><div><p>The<strong> San Antonio River Walk</strong> is one of the most popular attractions in Texas, and for good reason. This iconic waterway, lined with shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, offers a unique experience for visitors and locals alike. If you're planning a trip to this Texan gem, here's your ultimate bucket list for what to see and do on the <a href="https://www.rosct.com/places/travel-guide-to-san-antonio-river-walk-how-to-get-there-opening-and-closing-times-booking-options/" target="_blank">San Antonio River Walk</a>.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>1. Stroll Along the Paseo del Rio:</strong></span><br /> The River Walk's Paseo del Rio is the central artery that winds through the city. Take a stroll along its scenic paths, adorned with lush greenery and vibrant flowers. The peaceful ambiance and picturesque views make for a perfect introduction to this urban oasis.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>2. River Cruise Adventure:</strong></span><br /> Hop on a river cruise to explore the waterway's meandering paths. Guided tours provide insights into San Antonio's history and architecture while offering a relaxing way to take in the surroundings. Opt for a sunset cruise for a magical experience as the city lights begin to twinkle.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>3. Explore the Historic La Villita:</strong></span><br /> Step back in time by visiting La Villita, a historic arts village situated on the River Walk. Cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and an array of shops featuring local art make this area a cultural gem.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>4. Indulge in Culinary Delights:</strong></span><br /> The River Walk is a gastronomic paradise. From Tex-Mex to fine dining, there's something to satisfy every palate. Be sure to try local favorites, and don't miss the chance to dine al fresco with a view of the river.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>5. Visit the Iconic Alamo:</strong></span><br /> The Alamo, a symbol of Texas independence, is just a short walk from the River Walk. Immerse yourself in history as you explore this iconic mission and learn about the events that shaped the region.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>6. Fiesta in Style:</strong></span><br /> If your visit coincides with April, don't miss the city's famous Fiesta celebration. The River Walk comes alive with colorful parades, live music, and vibrant festivities that capture the essence of San Antonio's cultural heritage.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>7. Take a Detour to the Pearl District:</strong></span><br /> Follow the river north to the Pearl District, an eclectic neighborhood boasting boutique shops, culinary delights, and the historic Pearl Brewery. The Pearl is a perfect extension of the River Walk experience, offering a blend of modern sophistication and historic charm.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>8. Art and Culture at the Tobin Center:</strong></span><br /> The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, situated along the River Walk, is a cultural hub hosting concerts, theater productions, and other performances. Check the schedule to catch a show and add a touch of performing arts to your San Antonio adventure.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>9. Retail Therapy at Rivercenter Mall:</strong></span><br /> For those seeking a shopping spree, Rivercenter Mall is a haven of retail delights. Located on the River Walk, it features a mix of popular brands and unique boutiques.</p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>10. Capture the Beauty at Marriage Island:</strong></span><br /> End your River Walk journey at Marriage Island, a small islet believed to bring good luck to couples. Whether you're celebrating love or simply taking in the serene surroundings, this hidden gem is a fitting conclusion to your San Antonio adventure.</p>
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<p><strong>Tips and Resources</strong><br /> Here are some tips and resources to help you plan your trip and make the most of your time on the River Walk:</p>
<p>• The River Walk is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, but the hours of the businesses and attractions may vary. </p>
<p>• The River Walk is accessible by foot, bike, bus, or car. You can find parking lots and garages near the River Walk, or you can use the VIA Metropolitan Transit, which offers bus and streetcar services. </p>
<p>• The River Walk is divided into different sections, such as the Downtown Reach, the Museum Reach, the Mission Reach, and the King William District. Y</p>
<p>• The River Walk hosts several events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Ford Holiday River Parade, the River Walk Mud Festival, and the Bud Light Mardi Gras River Parade. Y</p>
<p><br /> The San Antonio River Walk is a must-see destination for anyone visiting Texas. It offers a variety of things to see and do, from history and culture to nature and entertainment. It is also a place to relax and enjoy the beauty and charm of San Antonio.</p>
<p><strong> Also Read - <a href="https://www.smartmoneymatch.com/articles/How-to-Hire-a-Family-Lawyer-in-New-York:-A-Guide-to-the-Benefits,-Risks,-and-Costs/18205" target="_blank">How to Hire a Family Lawyer in New York: A Guide to the Benefits, Risks, and Costs</a></strong></p></div>4 Musts in Houstonhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/houston-texas-attractions-travel-tourism-museums2023-08-11T04:35:00.000Z2023-08-11T04:35:00.000ZLowest Flight Fareshttps://tripatini.com/members/LowestFlightFares<div><p><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}12183871662,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}12183871662,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="12183871662?profile=RESIZE_930x" width="750" /></a><a href="https://www.rawpixel.com/image/6036218/photo-image-public-domain-free-city" target="_blank">Rawpixel</a></em></span><br /> <br /> <br /> With a population of 2.3 million - and nearly 7 million in the larger metro area - <strong>H-Town</strong> (as locals dub it) is the <strong>Lone Star State</strong>´s largest city (as well as with the fourth-largest in the United States), and one of its richest, especially due in no small part to the great <strong>Texas</strong> oil boom which began in the early 20th century. All that population and wealth also means a deep bench of top-notch - and increasingly divers - cultural and recreational options for visitors (not to mention superb dining, shopping, and lodging). </span><span style="font-weight:400;">There´s a lot to unpack in H-Town, a few other attractions not mentioned on our list include the upscale <strong><a href="https://www.simon.com/mall/the-galleria" target="_blank">Galleria</a></strong> (the USA´s seventh largest); the 12-acre downtown park <strong><a target="_blank">Discovery Green</a></strong> with various fun activities; the <strong><a href="https://uptown-houston.com/experience/parks/waterwall-park/" target="_blank">Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park</a></strong> with an amazing, multilevel sculptural fountain at its center; the 155-acre <a href="https://houstonarboretum.org/" target="_blank"><strong>Houston Arboretum & Nature Center</strong></a>, with five miles of trails and numerous interactive exhibits and activities; a huge lazy river shaped like Texas in the local <strong><a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/houmq-marriott-marquis-houston/overview/" target="_blank">Marriott Marquis</a></strong>, self-guided tour of Houston's various colorful <a href="https://houstonmuralmap.com/" target="_blank">street murals</a> (you can also choose to shell out for a <a href="https://experience.visithouston.com/checkout/3/visit-houston/8/houston-marketplace/product/15125/mural-tour" target="_blank">guided tour</a>); and various area <a href="https://www.visithoustontexas.com/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/historic-sites/" target="_blank">historic sights</a>). But the following quintet is definitely not to be missed:<br /> </span></p>
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<h2><strong><br /> <a href="https://houmuse.org/" target="_blank">The Museum District</a><br /> </strong></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight:400;">By far the city´s most significant cultural asset - and indeed, one of the top in all of Texas, it´s divided into four walkable zones, is served by three METRORail stations, and boasts no fewer than 19 museums, with standouts including:: <br /> <br /> <strong> <a href="https://www.hmns.org/" target="_blank">Houston Museum of Natural Science</a></strong> - With more than 1.5 million items within its collection, the 114-year-old <strong>HMNS</strong> encompasses over 430,000 square feet, including a hall of gems and minerals with more than 750 specimens (one of which is among the world´s largest blue sapphires); more than 250 animals represented in the <strong>Farish Hall of Texas Wildlife</strong>; the world´s largest private collection of <strong>Fabergé</strong> (more than 600 items);. and a hall of ancient Egypt is an additional well-loved exhibit covering more than 4,000 years of this extraordinary civilization. <br /> <br /> <strong><a href="https://camh.org/" target="_blank">Contemporary Arts Museum Houston</a></strong> - This sleek institution, founded in 1948, specializes in cutting-edge painting, sculpture, multimedia works, installations, and performance art from around the U.S. and the world. <br /> <br /> <strong> <a href="https://www.menil.org/" target="_blank">The Menil Collection</a></strong> - Perhaps Houston´s best known museum, it´s a world reknowned institution - based on a private collection, now public - with marquis names including <strong>Marcel Duchamp</strong>, <strong>Max Ernst</strong>, <strong>René Magritte</strong>, <strong>Man Ray</strong>, <strong>Henri Matisse</strong>, <strong>Pablo Picasso</strong>, <strong>Jackson Pollock</strong>, <strong>Robert Rauschenberg</strong>, <strong>Mark Rothko</strong>, <strong>Yves Tanguy</strong>, <strong>Cy Twombly</strong>, and <strong>Andy Warhol</strong>. There are also important collections of antiquities as well as Byzantine, medieval, and tribal art.<br /> <br /> <strong> <a href="https://www.mfah.org/" target="_blank">Museum of Fine Arts, Houston</a></strong> - Founded in 1917, the world´s 12th largest museum in terms of exhibition space houses some 70,000 works from across the globe, and is especially strong in art of the Italian Renaissance, French Impressionism, and postwar <strong>Europe</strong> and the U.S.; photography, art made in Texas; gold of <strong>Africa</strong> and pre-Columbian <strong>Latin America</strong>; and decorative arts of Europe and the U.S. There are also important collections of Asian and Islamic art as well as that of contemporary <strong>Latin America</strong> and Latino Texans. Names you´ll recognize include <strong>Canaletto</strong>, <strong>Cézanne</strong>, <strong>Cranach the Elder</strong>, <strong>Fra Angelico</strong>, <strong>Kandinsky</strong>, <strong>Modigliani</strong>, <strong>Mondrian</strong>, <strong>Monet</strong>, <strong>Rembrandt</strong>, <strong>Renoir</strong>, <strong>Singer Sargent</strong>, and <strong>Van Gogh</strong>. <br /> </span><span style="font-weight:400;"><br /> <strong> <a href="https://buffalosoldiersmuseum.org/" target="_blank">Buffalo Soldiers National Museum</a></strong> - Named after the regiments of black soldiers who fought for the North in the U.S. Civil War, this remarkable institution founded in 2001 focuses not only on them but on all the African Americans who have served with distinctions in this country´s military conflicts. <br /> <br /> <strong> <a href="https://www.cmhouston.org/" target="_blank">Children's Museum Houston</a></strong> - About to mark its 40th anniversary, the CMH offers a wide variety of exhibitions to engage kids in explaining science, nature, art, music, and the world around us in general, as well as a ¨secret spy game,¨a ¨Kidtropolis¨ where they can try out different occupations; and myriad other fun/educational activities. <br /> <br /> <strong> <a href="https://thehealthmuseum.org/" target="_blank">The Museum of Health and Medical Science</a></strong> - Known as the <strong>Health Museum</strong> for short, this fantastic institution covers a range of important topics from basic biology to epidemics and pollution and its effects on the body - very germane to the world we live in. One particularly exciting and innovative feature here is the DeBakey Cell Lab, where visitors don lab coats, masks, and goggles to explore in a hands-on way the wonders of cell biology; it´s also the USA´s only bilingual (English/Spanish) cell lab museum exhibit.<br /> <br /> <a href="https://hmh.org/" target="_blank"><strong>Holocaust Museum Houston</strong></a> - A wonderful - if sobering - examination of the Shoah, including World-War-II-era artifacts; art and photography exbibitions; a gallery showcasing other genocides in world history as well as prominent human-rights leaders; testimonials from Houston-area Holocaust survivors; and other aspects of Jewish history and culture. Particularly important in this day and age of resurging anti-semitism in the United States.<br /> <br /> <strong> <a href="https://hmaac.org/" target="_blank">Houston Museum of African American Culture</a></strong> - Here you´ll find two stories´ worth of art and historical exhibitions about the black experience, particularly in Houston, which saw a significant influx of freed slaves after emancipation in 1865. And it´s free of charge! <br /> <br /> <strong> <a href="https://www.czechcenter.org/" target="_blank">Czech Center Museum Houston</a></strong> - Texas is home to a large Czech- as well as Slovak-American population, and this institution celebrates their accomplishments here as well as the history and culture of their mother countries, including exhibitions of crystal, glass, porcelain, potter, antique furniture, folk costumes, and fine art from the 18th century to the present day. <br /> <br /> Hours and admission fees vary (some have free days or hours and several are completely free of charge). <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.hermannpark.org/" target="_blank"><br /> </a><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}12183937252,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}12183937252,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="12183937252?profile=RESIZE_930x" width="750" /></a><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em><a href="https://www.hermannpark.org/" target="_blank">Hermannpark.org</a></em></span><br /> <br /> </span></p>
<h2><strong><a href="https://www.hermannpark.org/" target="_blank">Hermann Park</a></strong></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight:400;">Stretching from the southern end of the Museum District, its entrance marked by the horseriding statue of city namesake and Texas independence hero <strong>Sam Houston</strong>, this 445-acre spread offers not just green and wooded spaces, fountains, scultpures; lakes with pedal boats, and walking trails, but also a variety of sights and activities to appeal to anyone of any age. Highlights include a 5½-acre Japanese garden; a Friendship Pavilion gifted in 1976 by sister city Taipei; <a href="https://hermannparkgc.com/" target="_blank">an 18-hole public golf course</a>; a two-mile narrow-gauge train; gardens of edible herbs, vegetables, and fruits; the 65-acre, 101-year-old <strong><a href="https://www.houstonzoo.org/" target="_blank">Houston Zoo</a></strong>; </span><span style="font-weight:400;">the 15-acre <strong><a href="https://www.hermannpark.org/visit/mcgovern-centennial-gardens/" target="_blank">McGovern Centennial Gardens</a></strong>; and a play area for children including a fun water attraction; and the <strong><a href="https://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/" target="_blank">Miller Outdoor Theater</a></strong>, which presents stage productions, movies, cultural shows, and concerts (some of them free of charge) throughout the year. <br /> <br /> <br /> </span><span style="font-weight:400;"><br /> <span style="font-size:8pt;"><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}12185442678,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}12185442678,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="12185442678?profile=RESIZE_930x" width="750" /></a><a href="https://www.rodeohouston.com/" target="_blank">RodeoHouston.com</a></em></span><br /> <br /> </span></p>
<h2><strong><a href="https://www.rodeohouston.com/" target="_blank">Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo</a></strong></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight:400;">This one´s just for nearly three weeks once a year, but worth scheduling your visit around (the next one will be take place February 27 through March 17, 2024). Held in <strong><a href="https://nrg.stadiumhouston.org/?msclkid=9d4899f20b1e105a01f9fd240f9ad981" target="_blank">NRG Stadium</a></strong>, nine miles from downtown and three from Hermann Park, HLSR hosts not just the titular championship rodeo action and livestock/horse exbitions, competitions, and auctions, but also carnival rides, a kids´ ¨calf scramble,¨food booths, retail vendors (get your authentic Stetsons and cowboy boots here!), a wine garden, and a star-studded entertainment lineup, past performers have included <strong>Beyoncé</strong>, <strong>Garth Brooks</strong>, <strong>June Carter Cash</strong>, <strong>Kelly Clarkson</strong>, <strong>Bob Dylan</strong>, <strong>Ariana Grande</strong>, <strong>Janet Jackson</strong>, <strong>Demi Lovato</strong>, <strong>Reba Mcintire</strong>, <strong>Willie Nelson</strong>, <strong>Elvis Presley</strong>, <strong>Charley Pride</strong>, <strong>Gwen Stefani</strong>, <strong>Taylor Swift</strong>, and <strong>Keith Urban</strong>, among many others. Pre-Rodeo events include a big parade through downtown, a barbecue competition, and 5K and 10K runs. Tickets start at $45. <br /> <br /> </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight:400;">Home to <strong>Major League Baseball</strong>´s <strong>Houston Astros</strong>, this air-conditioned, 41,000-seat stadium named after a frozen fruit juice company (because sure) is located on the northeast edge of downtown and has a retractable roof, and even when it´s shut, a 50,000-square-foot glass covering provides great views of the skyline. On its west side, a replica of a 19th-century locomotive comes alive when the Astros come onto the field, after a player hits a home run, and when the home team is victorious. The 2023 season runs through September, and visitors can take year-round guided tours ranging from one to three hours (prices vary). <br /> <br /> <br /> <em>And get the best airfares from Chicago and elsewhere at <a href="https://www.lowestflightfares.com/cheap-flights-chicago-houston-ord-iah/" target="_blank">LowestFlightFares.com</a>!</em><br /> <br /> </span><span style="font-weight:400;"><br /> </span><span style="font-weight:400;"><br /> <br /> </span></p></div>Lovely Memories of my last Vacation in Greenville, Texashttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/greenville-texas2022-04-17T19:18:12.000Z2022-04-17T19:18:12.000ZValerie Yalihttps://tripatini.com/members/ValerieYali<div><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10396246855?profile=RESIZE_400x&width=400"></div><div><p>I just got back from the best vacation ever! It was so much fun. I went to Greenville, Texas, and had a great time. One of the most important things about traveling is exploring. I wanted to share some of my favorite memories from my trip with you.</p><p>My family and I really enjoyed the beautiful scenery. The trees, flowers and the weather was great. We all had a lot of fun together as a family.</p><p> </p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}10396248654,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}10396248654,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="10396248654?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="710" /></a></p><p>When we arrived at our destination, I felt very excited about seeing my grandmother again after such a long time, she was so excited to see us all as well. She had prepared a wonderful dinner for us, I think that was one of my favorite parts of the trip because it tasted so good.</p><p>We spent most of our time outside enjoying nature's beauty, we took lots of pictures to remember how much fun we had together as a family. It is a great blessing to be able to enjoy with your family without having to ruin yourself financially or take a <strong><a href="https://instantinstallmentloan.com/payday-loan/texas-payday-loan/payday-loans-greenville-tx/" target="_blank">loan in Greenville Tx</a></strong> as a lifeline.</p><p>First, we went to a restaurant called "El Dorado". I can honestly say that it was the best meal I had all year! The service was excellent and the food was delicious! They had a burger on the menu that sounded so good, I couldn't pass it up: "The Heart Attack Burger". It was absolutely amazing!</p><p>Next, we went to an amusement park" where we spent the rest of our afternoon. There were many rides that looked like a lot of fun, but they closed them due to high winds. We still had a great time in the arcade room playing air hockey and table tennis.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}10396248682,RESIZE_1200x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}10396248682,RESIZE_710x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="10396248682?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="710" /></a></p><p>Finally, we went on tour at the Space Center Houston, which was right next door to our hotel. It was so interesting learning about how rockets work and how astronauts train for their missions! We also got to see a real-life space shuttle!</p><p>The most fun part of the trip were those days when we visited the museums and learned about the history of this beautiful town. We also got to see old pictures and artifacts from long ago which made me feel inspired by how far we have come as a country.</p><p>We ended up having such an amazing time that my parents decided to come back next year with us again! The best thing about being here is the lack of crowds, it's a lot easier to get around than in other places like New York or California. </p><p>I hope you can visit this town soon!</p></div>Hotel Galvez Hosts Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremonyhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/hotel-galvez-hosts-wedding-vow2011-01-18T22:34:15.000Z2011-01-18T22:34:15.000ZChristine Hopkinshttps://tripatini.com/members/ChristineHopkins<div><p>GALVESTON ISLAND, TX (Jan. 17, 2011) – Hotel Galvez & Spa, A Wyndham Grand<sup>®</sup> Hotel, will host a mass <a href="http://www.hotelgalvez100.com/">Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony</a> on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011, at 1:00 p.m. for couples who have celebrated their marriages and honeymoons at the historic hotel as well as other interested couples.</p><p> </p><p>The Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony, officiated by Galveston Justice of the Peace Jim Schweitzer, will take place on the hotel’s front lawn and will be followed by a reception with a champagne toast and wedding cake. Hotel Galvez will award a complimentary, overnight stay to the couple in attendance who has been married the longest and the couple who has come from the farthest distance.</p><p> </p><p>Couples interested in participating in the Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony should notify the hotel no later than Friday, Feb. 4 and can reserve their spot by calling (409) 765-7721 or emailing <a href="mailto:dcanton@wyndham.com">dcanton@wyndham.com</a>. There is no charge for participating in the vow renewal. Participation is limited to the first 100 couples. Hotel Galvez will also offer a <a href="http://www.wyndham.com/specialoffers/special_offers/details/glshg_vowrenewal.wnt">special getaway package</a> as part of this event, which begins at $369 for two nights and includes a two-night stay, valet parking, champagne upon arrival, breakfast for two on Saturday and Sunday and a keepsake copy of <i>Hotel Galvez: Queen of the Gulf</i> by Gary Cartwright.</p><p> </p><p>As part of the Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony, the hotel invites brides to loan their vintage wedding dresses to display during the reception. Additionally, Hotel Galvez will host a wedding cake baking contest among area bakeries. Those interested in loaning wedding dresses or taking part in the wedding cake contest should contact Sarah Harano at <a href="mailto:mktgasst@mitchellfamilycorp.com">mktgasst@mitchellfamilycorp.com</a> or (409) 762-0062. Dresses should be from the 1920s to 1970s era and should be delivered by Feb. 4 to the G-1 Office, part of Mitchell Historic Properties, at 305 21<sup>st</sup> Street, Suite 160, Galveston, Texas 77550.</p><p> </p><p>The Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony, sponsored by <i>Houston Bride Magazine</i>, is one of a series of <a href="http://www.hotelgalvez100.com/">monthly celebrations</a> scheduled as part of the hotel’s year-long centennial celebration.</p><p> </p><p>Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham Grand<sup>®</sup> Hotel and a <a href="http://www.historichotels.org/?content_id=1785">National Trust Historic Hotel of America</a>, remains the only historic beachfront hotel on the Texas Gulf Coast. Hotel Galvez is rated four diamonds by AAA and is part of <a href="http://www.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/#/about/">Mitchell Historic Properties.</a></p><p><em><a href="http://www.wyndham.com/">Wyndham Hotels and Resorts</a>, LLC, a subsidiary</em> of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), <em>offers upscale hotel and resort accommodations throughout the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All Wyndham</em><sup>®</sup> <em>hotels are either franchised by the company or managed by Wyndham Hotel Management, Inc., one of its affiliates or through a joint-venture partner. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.wyndham.com/">www.wyndham.com</a>. </em></p><p><em> </em></p><p align="center"><em>###</em></p><p><b><i> </i></b></p><p><b><i>MEDIA CONTACT:</i></b> Christine Hopkins, APR, <i>Mitchell Historic Properties <b>•</b></i> (409) 457- 1055, <a href="mailto:chopkins@mitchellfamilycorp.com">chopkins@mitchellfamilycorp.com</a></p><p>Read more in the Pressroom: <a href="http://www.mitchellhistoricproperties.com/">www.mitchellhistoricproperties.com</a></p></div>Sleeping with History at 7 of the USA's most Historic Hotelshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/united-states-usa-historic-hotels2021-02-28T20:47:51.000Z2021-02-28T20:47:51.000ZVictor Blockhttps://tripatini.com/members/VictorBlock<div><p><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}12227663667,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}12227663667,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="12227663667?profile=RESIZE_930x" width="750" /></a><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/128412996@N04/18822202715" target="_blank">cynthia collins</a></em></span></p>
<p>How would you like to spend a night or more at a hotel once frequented by <strong>Clark Gable</strong>, <strong>Ingrid Berman</strong>, <strong>Marilyn Monroe</strong> and a long list of other Tinseltown luminaries? Or snuggle down under the sheets at a former stagecoach stop along the famous <strong>Chisolm Trail</strong> which played host to <strong>George Custer</strong>, the cavalry commander in the Civil and American Indian Wars, and <strong>Jesse James</strong>, who needs no introduction? If luxury and elegance are your preference, how about the <strong>Hotel Du Pont</strong> in <strong>Wilmington</strong>, <strong>Delaware</strong>, which opened in 1913, was built to rival the finest European lodgings of the time in stylishness and beauty?</p>
<p>A hotel can be more, much more, than just a place to catch a good night’s sleep. Properties throughout the <strong>United States</strong> offer interesting stories of famous guests, accommodations that range from laid back to lavish, and opportunities to snooze with intriguing chapters of American history. At this stay-at-home time, they also provide a welcome escape for people seeking a change of scenery without having to travel far from where they live, or happen to be visiting, in the <strong>USA</strong>.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}10970124301,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}10970124301,RESIZE_930x{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="10970124301?profile=RESIZE_930x" width="750" /></a><a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hotel_San_Carlos_-_South_East_Corner_-_2009-12-08.JPG" target="_blank">Cygnusloop99</a></em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>A Hotel for Hollywood Heroes</strong></span></p>
<p>An Italian Renaissance-style building which was the first high-rise hotel in <strong>Phoenix</strong> and first in the state of <strong>Arizona</strong> to have elevators (which were hand-operated), was the go-to place for Hollywood celebrities when it opened in 1928. Marilyn Monroe and other movie stars and dignitaries who frequented the <strong><a href="http://hotelsancarlos.com" target="_blank">Hotel San Carlos</a></strong> over the years are memorialized by copper stars set in the sidewalk. Guests today enter the same limestone-tiled lobby with its original carved crown moldings, elaborate crystal chandeliers, and other architectural features that once greeted movie stars.</p>
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<p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009514462,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009514462,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009514462?profile=original" width="750" /></a></em><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>Stagecoach Inn/Belton Library</em></span></p>
<p> <br /> <span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>A Rustic Roost for Ranchers</strong></span></p>
<p>In the Texas town of Salado, about 45 minutes north of Austin, the setting is far less sumptuous at a rest stop that was built in 1861 along the <strong>Chisolm Trail</strong> to accommodate ranchers and drovers herding cattle from <strong>Texas</strong> to <strong>Kansas</strong>. The modest but comfortable <strong><a href="http://stagecoachsalado.com" target="_blank">Stagecoach Inn</a></strong> over time also provided lodgings for 19th-century notables who were passing through Texas, ranging from the famous to the infamous.</p>
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<p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009514698,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009514698,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009514698?profile=original" width="750" /></a><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>The Cliff House</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Pike's Peak Perch</strong></span></p>
<p><br /> Speaking of stagecoaches, it was their passengers, rather than cattle drivers, who holed up for the night at quarters in Colorado that are older than the state itself. Following its debut in 1874, the <strong><a href="http://thecliffhouse.com" target="_blank">Cliff House</a></strong> at Pike’s Peak was a stagecoach stop along the gold mining route from <strong>Colorado Springs</strong> to Leadville. Later it became a military barracks and then finally a hotel, hosting VIP guests as diverse as <strong>Theodore Roosevelt</strong>, <strong>Charles Dickens</strong>, and <strong>P.T. Barnum</strong>. Many rooms offer views of towering <strong>Pike’s Peak</strong> and its surrounding foothills.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.omnihotels.com/-/media/images/hotels/indsev/photos/hotel/indsev-omni-severin-hotel-exterior-night.jpg?la=en&mw=768&hash=6F6D1993FAF851166450F6D8975AC59A127C1CC3" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" src="https://www.omnihotels.com/-/media/images/hotels/indsev/photos/hotel/indsev-omni-severin-hotel-exterior-night.jpg?la=en&mw=768&hash=6F6D1993FAF851166450F6D8975AC59A127C1CC3&profile=RESIZE_930x" alt="indsev-omni-severin-hotel-exterior-night.jpg?la=en&mw=768&hash=6F6D1993FAF851166450F6D8975AC59A127C1CC3&profile=RESIZE_930x" width="750" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/indianapolis-severin#digex-photogallery" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>OmniHotels.com</em></span></a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Elegance on the Go</strong></span></p>
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<p>Rather than a place to stay when on the go, some historic hotels were designed to be destinations themselves because of their opulent décor and furnishings. From 1913 to the late 1930s, the Grand Hotel in <strong>Indianapolis</strong>, Indiana offered guests the height of luxury. Reopened recently as the <a href="https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/indianapolis-severin#digex-photogallery" target="_blank">Omni Severin</a>, it retains touches of its elegant past including a dramatic marble stairway, an immense Austrian crystal chandelier and original mahogany dressers at each elevator landing.</p>
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<p><a href="https://d2tuzfd0l4k9zb.cloudfront.net/hoteldupont-1874311108/cms/cache/v2/5dd71d4ab4041.jpg/1920x1080/resize/80/e7a053ad0dd94cdae28676ae6555d3a5.jpg" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" src="https://d2tuzfd0l4k9zb.cloudfront.net/hoteldupont-1874311108/cms/cache/v2/5dd71d4ab4041.jpg/1920x1080/resize/80/e7a053ad0dd94cdae28676ae6555d3a5.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" alt="e7a053ad0dd94cdae28676ae6555d3a5.jpg?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="750" /></a><a href="https://www.hoteldupont.com/gallery" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>HotelDuPont</em></span></a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Gilded Age Glamour</strong></span></p>
<p><br /> The <strong><a href="http://hoteldupont.com" target="_blank">Hotel Du Pont</a></strong> in Delaware's capital <strong>Wilmington</strong>, built during the USA’s “Gilded Age” to rival the finest hotels in Europe, opened in 1913. Rich woodwork, mosaic and terrazzo floors, gilded hallways and other adornments were created by artisans from <strong>France</strong> and <strong>Italy</strong> who toiled for 2½ years to make the building a monument to outstanding craftsmanship. The results of their efforts serve as reminders of a decades-long period of economic development in the United States that began in the 1870s.</p>
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<p><a href="https://crescent-hotel.com/galleryHotel.shtml" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>Crescent Hotel</em></span></a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Castle in the Air</strong></span></p>
<p>Some well-heeled travelers who could afford to overnight in the lap of luxury chose to “take the waters” at health spas that were built near natural springs, which became popular during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and beyond. The 1886 <strong><a href="http://crescent-hotel.com" target="_blank">Crescent Hotel & Spa</a></strong> in <strong>Eureka Springs</strong>, <strong>Arkansas</strong> (above and top) was one such property. The massive stone structure perched on a hilltop is reminiscent of castles in Europe and so earned the moniker “Castle in the Air.” The hotel is surrounded by acres of lovely gardens and forested walking trails, and retains the tasteful traces that made it a popular mountain retreat for wealthy clientele.</p>
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<p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009515696,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009515696,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009515696?profile=original" width="750" /></a><span style="font-size:8pt;"><em>Victor Block</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>A Rambling Rose in Maine</strong></span></p>
<p>Less luxurious but equally inviting in its way the <strong><a href="http://therangeleyinn.com" target="_blank">Rangeley Inn</a></strong> is a personal favorite located in a tiny, quaint in a tiny town of the same name in the lakes and mountains region of western <strong>Maine</strong>. It opened as the Rangeley Tavern in 1909, then several years later a smaller inn which stood nearby was attached to the larger building and today is one wing of it. A visit to the rambling wooden structure provides both an introduction to the surrounding area and a walk back in time. The head of a moose and rearing body of a bear in the lobby greet; antique furnishings scattered here and there contrast with the renovated and well-appointed guest rooms; and walls are covered with vintage photographs that depict varying aspects of local history and lore. These include Rangeley's long-held reputation as a freshwater fishing mecca and the time when a narrow-gauge railroad carried visitors here primarily from Boston, New York and Philadelphia, then and steamboats then completed the journey to the large hotels that once lined the shore of Rangeley Lake. The inn's iinteresting history combined with the Norman Rockwell-like ambiance of the town in which it’s located and four-season choice of activities, makes this a perfect place to sleep with history.</p>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.historichotels.org/" target="_blank">Historic Hotels of America</a></strong>, a program of the <strong>National Trust for Historic Preservation</strong>, includes more than 300 properties throughout the country that have “faithfully maintained their authenticity, sense of place, and architectural integrity.” All are recognized as having historical significance and offer exceptional accommodations and amenities.</p>
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