2008 ARA Reunion

The 2008 ARA Reunion will be held in the Holiday Inn River Walk Hotel in San Antonio, Texas from Wednesday,17 September to Sunday, 21 September. More details pertaining to the reunion are available by clicking on the following: 

Schedule of Events

Attendees to 2008 Reunion in San Antonio, Texas

Joint ARA/Pedro Reunion Information

News Release:

Gregory "Speedy" Martin, Gen. USAF (Ret) has accepted the invitation of Dan Bigelow (ARA Historian) to attend the Air Rescue Reunion and be the Keynote Speaker at the Awards Banquet. Gen. Martin is highly respected by the military community and is a good friend of Air Rescue. 

About the Holiday Inn River Walk Hotel:

This Downtown San Antonio & Riverwalk location is your gateway to the city. Ideally situated in the heart of San Antonio’s business, theatre, and nightlife district, this Downtown/Riverwalk destination hotel offers easy walking access to all of the San Antonio Downtown area attractions: the Alamo, El Mercado, the Rivercenter Mall, Henry B. Gonzales San Antonio Convention Center, Alamodome and the Majestic Theater.

Every aspect of your stay at this Holiday Inn San Antonio Hotel defines our commitment to comfort and service. This San Antonio Riverwalk hotel features an outdoor heated pool, game room, fitness center and laundry service. Take advantage of our 24 hour Business Center, where you’ll find High Speed Internet Access, printer and online services. We offer Complimentary Wireless High Speed Internet Access in all guest rooms, meeting rooms and public spaces.

Enjoy Windows on the River, a tri-level restaurant that offers a picturesque view of the Riverwalk. Entice your taste buds and join us for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Make sure to bring the whole family because at the Holiday Inn San Antonio Riverwalk Hotel kids under 12 always eat free (some restrictions apply). 

The Holiday Inn Riverwalk’s central location, grand hospitality, and elegance will insure you have a memorable experience.

At a Glance

• Check-in 4:00 PM 
• Check-out 12:00 PM 
• Hotel is located Downtown 

Pet Policy

Effective January 01, 2007, the Holiday Inn Riverwalk Hotel will no longer accept pets. Kennel information for boarding purposes can be obtained by calling the reservation center or by calling the hotel directly.

Parking Options

• Parking Available /  222 Spaces 
• Daily Self Parking Fee: $14.00   (USD) 
• 5 floors of covered parking, with both self and valet parking services available. Self parking charge is $14.01 w/tax and Valet parking is $19.40 w/tax per night. No parking available on premises for over-sized vehicles. Hotel will refer to alternate parking facilities. Garage clearance is 6' 8". 
• Valet Parking Available: $19.40   (USD) 
• Car Parking - Registered Guests Only 
• Controlled Access Gates to Parking 
• Parking Area Equipped with Lights

Languages Spoken by Staff 

English, Spanish