DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR TOURISM,INC. AND HOLY GRAIL BY CHAR MILLER

 

 

Tourism, Inc.

 

1.     Who were the city’s “first tourists?” How did they affect San

      Antonio’s economy?

 

 

2.     What was the next phase of tourism? What was the outcome?

 

 

3.     Explain how the Alamo becomes a commercial generator on two

fronts: as a supply depot and later as a tourist destination. How did its fame affect our city’s social and political landscape?

 

 

4.     Explain the development of the Riverwalk and its connection to tourism.

 

5.     Explain the meaning of this quote by columnist Carlos Guerra at the

     end of this article: “San Antonians don’t dislike tourists, the tourist

    industry or the thousands of jobs it provides. That has always been the

    trap.

 

 

Holy Grail

 

1.     Discuss the hopes and dreams Toyota may bring to San Antonio.

 

 

2.     Why was Hemisfair touted so heavily. Did it deliver on its promises?

     Explain. Who benefited? Who didn’t?

 

 

3.     What significant event occurred after the “Toyota Party?” What is

      Miller implying here?