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How Does SXSW Work + How To Do SXSW For Free 2024
South By Southwest Festival (also known as SXSW, SX, or “South By”) is a massive festival that happens in Austin Texas every spring. Although it started in the 1980s as a small-ish festival of 700 people, it has expanded and it’s now one of the biggest international stages to showcase the best and brightest in…
Read More20 Things To Do In Austin In The Winter
The winter months are the best time to visit Austin if you want to avoid the crowds. Except for SXSW season in March, winter is a slightly quieter season in ATX. And even though January and February aren’t the most popular months here, there are still lots of things to do in Austin in the…
Read MoreThis Independent Austin Bookstore and Cafe Is In An Old Post Office
You know when you watch a charming rom com movie and the main characters have that darling local book shop that they frequent? (Think: Meg Ryan’s shop in You’ve Got Mail, or something along those lines.) Well, prepare to be introduced to a little book shop that is SO cute and perfect you might not…
Read More7 Spooky Haunted Houses In Austin To Visit This Year
Do you love a good scare fest? Haunted houses are one of the most popular activities this month, but you have to have a high tolerance for fright (or a strong hand to hold while you’re in the haunted house!) if you’re going to take on the challenge! Along with some of our other favorite…
Read MoreTop 10 Tips For ACL Festival 2024
ACL Fest is quickly approaching, and there are lots of things you should know about it before you attend. Knowing what’s allowed at the festival, your transportation options (those pedi cabs are AWESOME), the best hotels to stay at during ACL Fest, picking your cute festival outfit, etc. are just as crucial as knowing the…
Read More20 Best Places To Do A Family Photo Shoot In Austin
A family photoshoot in Austin can be one of the best way’s to capture memories from your year. Good thing Austin is one of the most photogenic cities in the country! We have plenty of options for both beautiful urban sceneries and stunning natural backdrops. But before booking your annual family photo shoot in Austin,…
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide To The Austin Greenbelt
Austin is renowned for its many outdoor activities and trails, so if you love to get out there and explore, you’re in the right place! After living here for two years, I’d heard endlessly about the Barton Creek Greenbelt. I’m not the most outdoorsy person and thus needed help figuring out where to start. I…
Read More101 Free Things To Do In Austin (2024!)
Austin, Texas isn’t cheap, but there are still plenty of free things to do in Austin if you know where to look! So if you love hunting for a deal and scoping out budget-friendly travel ideas, this post is for you. From music to festivals, to museum exhibits, concerts, free zoo events, guided tours, kid-friendly…
Read MoreHiking In Austin: The 15 Best Trails (With Maps!)
When you’re ready to lace up your hiking shoes and get out to enjoy nature, use this guide to get a bit of inspiration for some fun hiking trail in Austin! Austin is a very outdoorsy city with lots of great hiking trails. Ask anyone who lives here and they’ll tell you that the terrain…
Read MoreWhat Is There To Do In April In Austin?
Sure, it’s not quite the crazy month of march when SXSW hits Austin. And it’s not the beautiful fall months when you can experience warm afternoons and ACL Festival. But spring in Austin is an AWESOME time to live in/visit this city, and there are tons of things to do in April in Austin. Here…
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