The Governor’s Mansion was built in 1856 with dignified white columns welcoming all that come to it. The governor occupies a private second-floor apartment. The other rooms of the Mansion may be seen on public tours, reservations are required on day in advance. Beginning in October of 2007 the mansion was closed for tours indefinitely …
55 Places in Austin That Will Give You Free Stuff on Your Birthday It’s your birthday. It’s your birthday. Gonna get free stuff like it’s your birthday. Is 50 cent ringing a bell? Well good because you won’t have to pay no .50 cents for these 55 freaking amazing birthday freebies. Here is a list …
Running with Your Family in Austin. One of the many benefits of running is that it can serve as a stress reliever for each of us in a variety of ways. Running, whether for competitive or social reasons (or both), can provide opportunity to connect with others and ourselves in order to improve overall health …
Austin is well-known for its dog-friendly environment, and I am often astounded by the amount of establishments that welcome visitors and their dogs. In other cities, it may be difficult to find pet-friendly activities; here, it is more likely that you will have a “rough” time choosing between the available options. With so many pet-friendly …
Texas Wineries & Hill Country Vineyards near Austin Did you know that Texas has the country’s second most visited wine region? People have long traveled to the state, particularly the Texas Hill Country, to enjoy the vineyard and winery tours and tastings. Central Texas wineries have joined forces to plan events and promotions around important …
Best Hill Country Swimming Holes near Austin Our list of swimming holes includes some of the best places in the Hill Country to escape the sweltering Texas heat. We’ve highlighted the locations that frequently appear on the various Top Ten Lists of Swimming Holes that are published from time to time. Please keep in mind …
The ‘Live Music Capital of the World’ as Austin is sometimes known, is situated in south-central Texas and stretches for 218 square miles. A vibrant and modern city, Austin was named after Stephen F. Austin, the “Father of Texas,” and was founded in 1838. With good transport links to other parts of Texas and close …
Rolling hills, a chain of lakes 150 miles long, 300 days of sunshine, and acres of parks all add up to an ideal setting for vacation enjoyment. Austin and the surrounding Texas Hill Country offer hiking and bike trails, swimming, and golf. In addition, there is ballooning, bird watching, canoeing, excellent bass fishing, rock climbing, …
Best Standup Paddleboard Austin SUP Rental The fast-growing Adventure and Fitness sport of stand-up paddle boarding, or SUP, is a great way to stay in shape and enjoy one of Mother Nature’s most valuable resources, water. Driven by the fun workout, low learning curve, and equipment that makes it easy to learn, stand-up paddle boarding …
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Austin Paddle Boarding, Kayaking & Canoeing Paddling in Austin Texas is one of the best ways to get away and unwind from your daily grind, with options ranging from peaceful urban waters to river rapids. There’s so much to do on Austin’s waterways that you’re sure to find something that suits your interests and skill …
Things to do in Austin – South Congress South Congress is Austin in a nutshell. The stretch of boutiques, photo-ready murals, and array of eateries are all representations of our city’s persona. And because of all that, it is often the one place we must take any guests or visitors in need of the Austin …
The annual South by Southwest Conferences & Festivals begin this Friday, March 11, in one of our favorite cities – Austin, Texas. While we’re sure you’ve got a packed schedule lined up for the week, here are some of our favorite Austin hotspots to check out if you get a break from the conference. 1. …
What to do in one Weekend in Austin Welcome to our Weekend Getaway series! While it’s our preference to discover a destination slowly and thoroughly, realistically time often only allows for a long weekend of exploring. Each week we’ll focus on a different city and highlight how to get the most out of a 2-4 …
