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First-Time Visitors Guide: 25 Things To Do in Austin

Jul 31, 2024

New to Austin? Here’s what locals actually love to do. No tourist traps, promise.

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55 Fun Things To Do In Austin With Kids (2024)

By Kelsey Kennedy | Aug 30, 2024

Whether you’re a local or you’re visiting with kids, here are 55 really fun things to do in Austin with your family.

How To Plan The Perfect Bachelorette Party In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | Aug 29, 2024

All the best hotspots you need to book ASAP + every detail you need for planning the ultimate bachelorette weekend in Austin.

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The 33 Best Austin Restaurants (2024 Edition)

By Kelsey Kennedy | Jan 3, 2024

The best restaurants in Austin, in case you’re looking for a fantastic place to eat…

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Best New Restaurants in Austin (With Map) – October 2024

It’s hard to keep up with all the new restaurants opening in Austin! Use this guide + map to find something new to try near you.

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19 Best Boutique Hotels In Austin (+ Map and Prices)

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 9, 2023
19 Best Boutique Hotels In Austin

Looking for the perfect Austin escape? When visiting the city, make sure to choose a hotel that truly represents the unique character of the vibrant destination. From funky decor to rooftop pools with awe-inspiring views of the city and cozy beds, there’s no shortage of boutique hotels in Austin offering a truly one-of-a-kind experience. I’ve…

What Are The Most Romantic Restaurants In Austin?

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 31, 2023
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Whether you’re looking for a good first date night idea to impress your cute Bumble date you’ve been chatting with, or you want a tried-and-true restaurant to celebrate a wedding anniversary, we’ve got you covered. There are lots of fun date ideas in Austin, but if you want a truly sexy, romantic restaurant in Austin,…

27 Places To Celebrate Your Birthday In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 29, 2023
Margarita at Gabriela's Downtown

Happy birthday, boo! Looking for something fun to do in Austin on your special day? It can be hard to figure out plans for your birthday… The trickiest part is just brainstorming, so we’re offering a lot of ideas for places to celebrate your birthday in Austin. Don’t forget, there are always the classics: a…

Where To Rent A Bike In Austin: 5 Best Rental Companies

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 24, 2023
Bike Rental in Austin

Yes, this city is a tad crowded, but Austin can be a great place for biking because of its compact zoning, abundance of trails, and a (pretty) good amount of bike lanes provided by the City of Austin. (More on that later…) If you’re spending an afternoon in town and want to experience Austin on…

Can You Paddle Board In Austin In The Winter?

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 20, 2023
Lady Bird Lake kayakers in the winter

Paddle boarding in Austin is a really big deal. Since there’s a beautiful body of water in the heart of Austin (Lady Bird Lake, although old-timers in Austin call it “Town Lake”), you can pretty much see people paddle boarding (SUP = Stand Up Paddleboard) or kayaking any time you’re walking on the trail around…

What Is The Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk? (And Where To Find It!)

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 19, 2023
Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk

Chances are, if it’s a beautiful day in Austin and the sun is shining (aka 300 days of the year…), you want to get outside and soak up the beauty. And, like lots of Austinites, you’re drawn to the incredible body of water in the center of our city, adjacent to the sprawling downtown Austin…

What To Wear To Austin In The Winter

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 17, 2023
Austin skyline in the winter

Are you planning to visit Austin this winter but wondering what to wear? We got your back! After securing your plane tickets, packing what to add to your wardrobe is the next thing you’re probably thinking about. Austin street style is fun, but don’t consider style alone; also focus on comfort and warmth when selecting…

21 Wine Bars In Austin That Are Absolutely Darling

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 16, 2023
Aviary Wine Bar | 15 Wine Bars In Austin That Are Absolutely Darling

Wine bars in Austin are plentiful. After all, this city gets more than 300 sunny days per year, so cute little bungalow wine bars in Austin with outdoor patios draped in twinkly lights are kind of our love language. There are some that are exceptional in every sense of the word, others that are trendy but…

Best Juice Bars In Austin For Fresh Juice

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 16, 2023

Austin is known to be a very fit, active city…and that’s one of the reasons why there are many juice bars in Austin! You can easily find cold-pressed juices and fresh smoothies in just about any neighborhood in Austin. From healthy green juices to refreshing fruit juices to protein smoothies, we’re rounding up the places…

37 Photos That Capture The Austin Aesthetic

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 12, 2023

As if you didn’t already want to visit Austin, TX…here are 37 photos that completely capture that Austin aesthetic.  We love our breakfast tacos, paddle boarding, craft breweries, live music, Texas bbq, and outdoor patios. Austin Texas is home to the largest urban colony of bats in the world.  It’s the headquarters of Apple, Whole…

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