We have an amazing family of bloggers at the Austinot. Each writer has a unique perspective on our city’s hidden treasures, and isn’t selfish about keeping them secret. To that end, we’ve rallied together to produce our very own Austin Gift Guide for the 2013 holiday season. Enjoy gifting your Austin-loving loved ones with these […]
What to Expect from Trail of Lights 2013
Trail of Lights is one of Austin’s most beloved holiday traditions. The event was cancelled from 2010-2011 due to city budget shortfalls, but the private sector rallied in response to the outcry from disheartened Austinites. Thanks to generous donations from major sponsors like H-E-B, KXAN, Austin-American Statesman and Seton, Trail of Lights returned last year […]
Let’s Get Uncomfortable at The Institution Theater
I was introduced to The Institution Theater in Austin swiftly and uncomfortably almost a year ago. My younger sister sent me a last-minute text asking if I wanted to go to a free improv class with her there. I was in a rare “yes” mood, so I agreed to tag along (when I think of […]
Enjoy the Season During Holiday Sing-Along and Downtown Stroll
It’s that time of year again. Thanksgiving is swiftly followed by a quick succession of holiday traditions and errands. It can be an exhausting time of year, which makes focusing on the more relaxing seasonal rituals that much more important. December 7, 2013 is a date to mark on your calendar right now. Bring your […]
Adventurous Austinites Stay Fit at Austin Rock Gym
Until recently, my experience in rock climbing was limited to a giant rock in Walnut Creek Park that my fiancé and I climbed for a picnic lunch. It may be surprising, but Austin has quite a bit of outdoor rock climbing opportunities for adventurous types. Our glistening metropolis lies at the foot of the famous Texas […]
Austin Veloway Provides Looped Trail for Cyclists and Skaters Only
There’s no denying that Austin is a bike-friendly city. We’ve got the Hike and Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake, plenty of bike lanes and even one of the few defensive cycling courses in the nation…just in case you end up with a big, fat cycling ticket. But even in such a friendly city, sometimes […]
New Austin Bangle Bracelet Available Only on Austinot.com
Thank you for the warm response to our new Austinot t-shirt! It’s fun to display our favorite things about Austin in one design. In response to “Are you going to offer anything else?” the answer is YES! We’re excited to announce the launch of our newest product, a wooden bangle bracelet styled after the “Ten Things […]
Find Your Perfect Retreat at Inn Above Onion Creek: Photo Tour
Editor’s Note: This lovely getaway changed its name to Sage Hill Inn Above Onion Creek in January 2014 to reflect an increased focus on dining and ecological responsibility. I was instantly drawn to visit when I first learned about Inn Above Onion Creek, a bed and breakfast style getaway in Kyle, TX. Though the Inn first […]
Student Startup Burpy Sees Success with Grocery Delivery Service
“September was a real month,” 21 year old Aseem Ali announced with a sparkle in his eye. The young startup founder was basking in the recent success of his brainchild, a grocery-delivery program called Burpy. Grocery shopping is one of the time-consuming necessities in our lives. Aseem and Burpy’s other four co-founders – all University […]
Big Top Candy Shop: Rare and Massive Selection on South Congress
You don’t have to be a child to be dazzled by the sight of shelves brimming with colorful candy. Walk off the sidewalk of South Congress into Big Top Candy Shop, and chocolate-covered happiness will whisk away any troubles you were carrying around outside the door. This isn’t your shopping-mall-style candy store. And it isn’t […]
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