Though just 50 miles west of Austin, the city of Marble Falls makes you feel like you’re in some kind of dream. Revel in the great outdoors! Pick berries at a quaint farm! Eat pies the size of a small country! Drink cold craft beer! Picnic in a vineyard! Let’s be honest — a day trip here simply…
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Located in North-Central Austin, the Anderson Lane area is a convenient place to stay the night or spend an afternoon, just minutes from shopping at the Domain and Domain NORTHSIDE, history and culture at the University of Texas at Austin and downtown activities and nightlife. The suburban…
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Dreaming about your next getaway, but can’t commit to a week-long vacation right now? Sometimes taking a few hours away from your usual routine is all you need to recharge your mind, body and soul - and Miraval Austin Resort & Spa's day package, which features full access to Miraval's extensive…
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Once Brush Square was a bustling cotton market, but now it's home to the Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig House Museum and the O. Henry House Museum, located between Trinity and Neches on East Fifth Street. Nestled in the heart of downtown Austin, the museums are tucked behind heritage trees in…
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Although Austin doesn't show off its cowboy culture as much as other Texas cities, it does have its fair share of honky tonks and country bars. Honky tonkin’—like the Hank Williams song—is a lively Texas tradition that likely originated as a form of entertainment at rural juke joints. Williams…
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Lockhart has long been known as the barbecue capital of Texas. Way before Franklin was a whisper in the wind, Texans from all over have flocked to this city to get their carnivore on. There’s more than meets (or meats) the eye here though—a fascinating history, adorable shops, live music, golfing…
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Austin is an incredibly dog-friendly city. Locals take their fur babies everywhere—off-leash parks, specialty pet shops and even their favorite bars and restaurants. For visitors, pet-friendly hotels abound, and you won’t run out of fun activities to share with your best friend. Here are some ideas…
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Looking to beat the Austin heat this summer? Chill out with some of the coolest treats in town, including artisan ice cream cones and frozen cocktails, found everywhere from food trucks to hip patio lounges. Ice Cream Amy’s Ice Creams In the mood for a classic scoop? Take a trip to one of the 12…
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Explore Austin’s storied roots with a visit to some of the town’s many historic sites. One of the best places to experience the story of Austin is at the University of Texas, home to unique architecture, museums for all interests and some of the best barbecue in the city. C06254, Austin History…
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