Air Force graduation tips
Hi everyone! I'm hoping to get some advice as I start planning travel for my husband's Air Force BMT graduation at JBSA Lackland. I'm really excited but also a little nervous — I'll be traveling alone as a woman to San Antonio, a city I've never visited before, and I don't have much travel experience in general. This will also be my first time doing anything military-related, so I feel like I'm going in completely blind!
A few questions I'm hoping the community can help with:
How long should I plan to stay?I've seen conflicting info, some sources mention a town pass on the Saturday of graduation week, but other videos show families only spending time with their trainees on Wednesday and Thursday. I want to make sure I book flights and a hotel for the right window without missing any time with him.
Is the base easy to navigate on graduation day? Are there clear signs, guides, or staff to help visitors find where they need to be? I don't want to show up and feel completely lost.
Any general tips for a first-time solo female traveler heading to San Antonio? Safe areas to stay, places close to base, things to watch out for, how to get around anything helps.
I may be his only family there, so I really want to show up prepared and make the most of this trip for both of us. Any advice from those who've been through this is so appreciated. Thank you! 🤍