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What Stores Are Open On Thanksgiving Day 2021 in Austin?

Posted on November 25, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

Looking for stores open on Thanksgiving Day in Austin? You are in the right place!

Thanksgiving is a day for celebrating all of the things we’re thankful for alongside our loved ones. While we all envision Thanksgiving as a day when we can sit at home all day and watch football while eating ourselves into a coma, it’s all too common to have to make runs to the store for batteries for the remote control, extra whipped cream, other turkey day or everyday essentials, or just for some great deals.

Thankfully, there are quite a few stores that remain open on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25th. Below is a breakdown of which Austin stores are open on Thanksgiving as well as which are closed for the holiday.

Editor’s Note: The Staff at The Austinot try to bring you the most up-to-date information. However, as always, please confirm by calling ahead. 

Also check out our verified list of Austin Area Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2021!

Austin Grocery Stores Open on Thanksgiving

  • HEB: Open 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pharmacy will be closed.
  • Sprouts Farmers Market: open 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Whole Foods: most stores will open at 8 am
  • Kroger: Stores will be open until 5 pm (Pharmacy will be closed)

Other Austin Stores Open On Thanksgiving 

  • Bass Pro Shops: Open 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Big Lots: 7:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • CVS: Indirect sources confirm that CVS stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day, hours will vary by locations. It is highly recommended to check here before you go.  
  • Dollar General: Open at 7:00 a.m.
  • Michaels: Opens 6:00 p.m according to indirect sources.
  • Walgreens: Hours will vary by location on Thanksgiving Day, as per indirect and unconfirmed sources.

Austin Stores Closed On Thanksgiving

  • Academy Sports+Outdoors
  • American Girl
  • At Home
  • AT&T
  • Barnes & Noble
  • Bed, Bath & Beyond
  • Best Buy
  • Burlington
  • Cost Plus World Market
  • Costco
  • Crate and Barrel
  • Dick’s Sporting Goods
  • Dressbarn (majority of stores)
  • GameStop
  • Guitar Center
  • H&M
  • Half Price Books
  • Harbor Freight Tools
  • Hobby Lobby
  • Home Depot
  • HomeGoods
  • IKEA
  • JC Penney
  • Kohl’s
  • Lowe’s
  • Macy’s
  • Marshalls
  • Nordstrom
  • Nordstrom Rack
  • Old Navy
  • Pep Boys
  • Petco
  • PetSmart
  • Pier 1 Imports
  • REI
  • Sam’s Club
  • Staples
  • Stein Mart
  • Sur La Table
  • Target
  • TJ Maxx
  • Tractor Supply Co.
  • Trader Joe’s
  • Ulta
  • Victoria’s Secret
  • Walmart

Take the stress out of Thanksgiving Dinner! Check out our Top 10 Thanksgiving Dinner Specials in Austin! 

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Austin Restaurants Open For Dinner on Thanksgiving Day – Verified List For 2021

Posted on November 25, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

Looking for restaurants open for Thanksgiving Day Dinner in Austin? Whether you are looking for eat-in or take out options. We have the verified list!

When we think of Thanksgiving, we typically think of a large feast laboriously prepared all day at home. For some households, though, this isn’t the case. Not everyone celebrates Thanksgiving the same way, and some households don’t celebrate the holiday at all. Whatever the case is, sometimes you just need to eat out at a restaurant on Thanksgiving Day.

Luckily, there are quite a few Austin restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day 2021. If you get hungry and need a quick meal out, here’s where you can get one this Thanksgiving Day, November 25th.

Check out all the great events and celebrations happening during Thanksgiving Week in Austin.

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Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Dinner in Austin

  • Applebee’s: Certain locations are open with a special Thanksgiving feast. No information directly from Applebees. 
  • Boston Market: Open all day with traditional Turkey Day favorites.
  • Burger King: Sometimes you just need a burger on Thanksgiving, right? Information from indirect sources suggests that most locations will be open with reduced hours. No information available directly from Burger King. 
  • Cracker Barrel: Open regular hours with All-American Thanksgiving favorites
  • Denny’s: Denny’s Facebook page from 2o20 says that they are open on Thanksgiving. No update for 2021 yet. 
  • Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar: Open 11 am – 8 pm on November 25 and serving a special Thanksgiving Day 3-Course menu of turkey/filet. mignon/rib-eye. 
  • Golden Corral: Golden Corral is open on Thanksgiving day. Serving a Thanksgiving feast with a choice of ham, turkey and sides, hours vary by location.

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Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Dinner in Austin – Continued

  • Hooters: Hooters is open 4 pm – 11 pm, but the official website has no updates on the Thanksgiving Day Menu or hours. 
  • Luby’s: Luby’s is offering a special Thanksgiving menu of Classic carved Turkey with assorted sides for $11.99. 
  • Macaroni Grille: is taking Thanksgiving pre-orders of a traditional three-course meal and kid’s meal to be picked up on Thanksgiving or the days leading up to it. 
  • Maggiano’s Little Italy: Open with a traditional three-course meal, including a salad, roasted turkey, pumpkin praline cheesecake and a la carte options. Take out option available.
  • McDonald’s: No information on website or Facebook page. We called the location closest to us. They are open for breakfast on Thanksgiving Day. Call to find out the location nearest to you. 
  • Perry’s Steakhouse: Open 11 am – 9 pm with a dine-in menu as well as go-to options. 
  • Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: Open 7 am – 10 pm with Prix Fixe holiday menu and full a la carte menu. Timings vary for reservation and pick-up options so we recommend checking the website for further details.
  • Waffle House: All Waffle House locations are open 24/7, 365 days a year–including Thanksgiving day– although there are no special updates regarding Thanksgiving meals. 

Editor’s Note: We’ve done our best to ensure these times are accurate, but we recommend checking with the restaurant before heading over.

Looking for things to do this Thanksgiving week? Check out our post on Fun events happening in the Austin area this week! 

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2021 Thanksgiving Dinner Specials In Austin – Cheap Dine In & To Go Options

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

Thanksgiving Meal

Looking for Thanksgiving Dinner specials in Austin area? You are in the right place. Read on to find out.

If you’re not in the mood to break your back in the kitchen or break the bank dining out this Thanksgiving, then these top 10 best cheap Thanksgiving dinners in Austin will come in clutch for you this year. Check out which Austin area restaurants and grocery stores are offering delicious, cheap, pre-made Thanksgiving meals this year!

Thanksgiving Dinner Specials in Austin

Salt Grass Steakhouse

10614 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759

Delicious Thanksgiving dinner from Salt Grass Steak House
photo courtesy of Salt Grass Steakhouse

All Salt Grass locations will be open on Thanksgiving with delicious turkey feasts available for dine-in or to-go. Their meals come with roasted turkey break, dressing, gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce. They offer a Thanksgiving dinner for $19.99 for dine-in customers or a Family pack for $79.99 that serves four! All you have to do is heat it up.

Denny’s

1601 IH35 N, Austin, TX 78702 (and other locations)

Old faithful Denny’s has your back once again. They’re back again this year with their Turkey & Dressing Dinner Packs to save you the trouble of cooking. All you have to do is preorder 24 hours in advance, pick it up, and reheat it! The family portion comes with carved turkey breast, savory stuffing, red-skinned mashed potatoes, your choice of a second side, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce. You can get the whole pack for only $37.99

Cracker Barrel

2350 N Interstate Hwy 35, Round Rock, TX 78761 (and other location)

Cracker Barrel cheap Thanksgiving meal to go
photo courtesy of Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel doesn’t just have one affordable thanksgiving available, they have options for you to choose from! They’re offering the Holiday Heat N’ Serve Feast in two sizes, 4-6 servings and 8-10 servings. These meals just need two hours to heat and you’re good to go. If you’re looking to do even less, they also have Hot and Ready Meals. You can choose the Turkey N’ Dressing, or Turkey N’ Dressing & Ham meals, both of which serve 10 people. Their meals are starting around $14 per serving.

HEB

6001 W Parmer Ln, Austin, TX 78727 (and other locations)

Head on down to your neighborhood HEB for a Simple Whole Over Roasted Turkey Meal for only $94.99 with an online coupon. Considering this meal serves 8 people, that’s less than $12 per serving! It comes with a fully cooked, over roasted turkey, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, turkey gravy, and of course, cranberry sauce. You must order ahead for curbside pick up or delivery and they’re only available while supplies last, so get your order in ASAP.

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Boston Market

4607 W Braker Ln Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759

Boston Market cheap Thanksgiving meals to go
photo courtesy of Boston Market

Boston Market is also offering a bunch of ways to enjoy their Thanksgiving dinners. You can choose from Heat & Serve, home delivery, a la carte entrees, sides, and pies, or head into your closest Boston Market to eat in the store. Don’t forget to get your orders in by midnight on November 23rd!

Golden Corral

7300 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78745 (and other location)

What could be better than an endless buffet of Thanksgiving food?! At Golden Corral, they will stock their buffet with all the usual Thanksgiving fixins. You can also get a Holiday Meal To-Go with your choice of ham or turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, choice of sides, their famous yeast rolls, a whole pie. Be sure to pre-order online through their app!

Whole Foods Market

525 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 (and other locations)

We love the prepared food that Whole Foods offers throughout the year so it’s likely they knock Thanksgiving dinner out of the park as well! They have a different holiday meal for everyone. Options include organic, apple-brined, whole roast, breast only, paleo-friendly, and even a vegan thanksgiving meal. Pricing starts at around $18 per serving.

Luby’s

8176 North Mo-Pac Expressway Austin, TX 78759 (and other locations)

Hot Thanksgiving plate from Luby's
photo courtesy of Luby’s

You already know Luby’s is going to have some good old-fashioned American Thanksgiving food available! Comfort food is their specialty after all. They will be open on Thanksgiving and are offering a turkey meal for only $11.99 per plate. It will come with carved turkey, cornbread dressing, two holidays sides, a dinner roll, and holiday dessert.

Buca di Beppo

3612 Tudor Blvd, Austin, TX 78759

Have a Thanksgiving with an Italian twist with Buca di Beppo’s to-go Thanksgiving Feasts. You can pick up your meal either hot or cold and even add on your favorite Italian dishes to mix things up. They come with sliced white meat turkey, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, homestyle gravy, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. Their large feast serves six and comes out to be just under $25 per person.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill

114 W 7th St, Austin, TX 78701

Perry’s Steakhouse is offering a fine-dining Thanksgiving at an affordable price. Dine-in for a choice of starter and main for $45 per person. Ordering to-go is even more affordable, with a Family-Style Thanksgiving Dinner that serves for at $35 per person. You have your choice of soup or salad plus a turkey entree with all the trimmings. Kid’s plates are only $15 for both dine-in and to-go options. Plus, you can add a pumpkin cheesecake for an additional $20.

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Verified Veterans Day 2021 Freebies In Austin: Restaurants Offering Free Meals & Discounted Food

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

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Veterans and active military personnel in the Austin area can enjoy free meals on Veterans Day, as a special thank you for their service.  You’ll also need to present a military ID or other proof of service to take advantage of these Veterans Day freebies.

Editor’s Note: The staff at the Austinot work hard to bring you the latest offers and accurate information. However, please make sure that you confirm the offers with the restaurants before you head out. 

Veterans Day 2021 in Austin – Free Meals & Other Freebies

Applebee’s: Active military, veterans, Reserves and National Guard can get a free entree from a special menu on Thursday, November 11. This can vary by location, so check before you go. Proof of military service required. Drink and tip not included. These special guests will also receive a $5 bounce back when dining in at Applebee’s on November 11.

Bar Louie: Bar Louie is offering free Veteran’s Day Burgers and Sliders from open to close on November 11 for vets and active military. Military ID Proof requested.

B&B Butchers & Restaurant: A complimentary 3-course meal awaits Veterans and active military personnel in honor of the November 11 celebrations. A Valid ID is required. 

B.B. Lemon: Dine-in veterans and personnel get a complementary 3-course meal at B.B. Lemon this Veterans Day.

BJ’s:Current and former military who dine-in can enjoy a free Veteran’s Day meal from a select menu along with a Dr Pepper beverage. 

Bombshells: All 10 Bombshells Restaurant & Bar locations in Texas will provide free meals for veterans on Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11, 2021. Active service members and accompanying family members will receive a 20% discount.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Vets can get a free order of 10 boneless wings and fries.

California Pizza Kitchen: On Thursday, November 11th, all Veterans and Active Military are invited to dine and receive a complimentary beverage + choice of one entrée

Chili’s: Veterans can get a free meal from a select menu offering choices of burgers, pasta, and more.

Cici’s: Craving some pizza? Cici’s is offering vets a free adult buffet on Veterans Day. 

Cracker Barrel: Vets and active duty can head over to Cracker Barrel for a free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake, with purchase, in-store. For online orders, use promo code VETSDAY21. 

Denny’s: Veterans can get the Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast for free on Thursday, November 11 from 5 am to noon.

Dickey’s Barbecue:

Free Pulled Pork Sandwich for every active duty or retired military on November 11th?.

Valid In-store, and Online/ App for Carryout, with Code VETFREE?.

Dunkin’ Donuts: Veterans and active-duty military can get one free donut of their choosing on Thursday, November 11th.

Freebirds World Burrito: All those who show a military ID on Veterans Day will receive free chips and dip at all 55 locations

Golden Corral: Golden Corral will be hosting a Military Appreciation Night from 5PM to close where veterans will be hosted for a free meal. 

Hopdoddy Burger Bar: On Thursday, Nov. 11, Hopdoddy Burger Bar is offering a free Classic Burger (with or without cheese) to all Veterans and active military servicemembers. Qualified recipients can show their military ID or uniform to claim their free burger. 

Kolache Factory: Get one free kolache of your choosing and a cup of brewed coffee.

Krispy Kreme: Choose a free small coffee and donut of choice! 

Little Caesars: The pizza chain will be offering a free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo to vets Veterans and active military members  on Thursday, November 11th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. 

Logan’s Roadhouse: Get a free meal between 3-6 pm.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt: Veterans can get their first 6 oz of frozen yogurt free.

Orleans Seafood Kitchen:Orleans Seafood Kitchen will offer 50% off to all active duty and retired U.S. military personnel on Veterans Day – military ID required. Not valid with other offers.

Outback Steakhouse: Get a free Bloomin’ Onion and Coke product this Veterans Day.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille: Dine in for a free dinner-sized pork chop from 4 pm to 10 PM when accompanied by a guest who is purchasing a dinner entree for dine-in service only. Reservations are required. 

Red Lobster: Get a free appetiser or dessert. A valid Id Proof is required to redeem this offer.

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Sell Your Home Fast in Austin With HomeLight Simple Sale™

Posted on October 22, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

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Looking for a fast & easy way to sell your home in Austin? Read on to find out how HomeLight Simple Sale™ can help you start getting offers within 48 hours!

How is HomeLight Simple Sale™ different from Traditional Listing Services

HomeLight Simple Sale™ is the best option for selling your home quickly. It is different from traditional listing services in 3 key areas

  1. Direct Access To Cash Buyers: Simple Sale connects you to the largest network of iBuyers in the U.S. and gets you top offers on your home. In a Traditional Listing service, the home sellers work with an agent to narrow down a price and then list the house on the market
  2. Sell Your Home As-Is: This means that there is no need for prep, staging, or showings. You can sell your home in any condition HomeLight’s network of buyers. With traditional services, listing a home often requires a deep clean, updates to the home, and professional staging.
  3. Close In Days: With HomeLight Simple Sale™ you get to pick your closing day and move date. HomeLight handles the rest and you’ll get money in your bank account within 7 days. Traditional listing can take up to months to close and there is always the risk of the buyer financing falling through at the last minute

How fast are houses selling in the Austin, Texas area?

The days on market average for homes sold in Austin, TX dropped 1.92% in 1 year. Looking back over the last five years, the days on market average has dropped an average -0.53% each year. According to HomeLight’s latest Austin home sales data, the average days on market for a home in Austin (prices ranging from $145,900 to $1,600,000) is 51 days (primarily using Traditional Listing Services)

Where in Austin are homes selling the fastest?

Based on the available days on market data for homes sold in Austin this year, homes located in Zilker, North Loop and Old West Austin sell fastest.

What’s the best way to explore selling your home quickly in Austin?

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HomeLight Simple Sale™ is a great option to sell your home quickly and easily in Austin. Check out the HomeLight Austin website for additional details. And if you want to explore the traditional way of selling your house, HomeLight make that easy too!

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HomeLight compares real estate agents working in Austin and ranks them by how fast they sell. A top real estate agent in Austin can help you sell fast and for more money.

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5th Annual Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest (Formerly titled Mermaid SPLASH SMTX) Returns to San Marcos

Posted on September 20, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

The Mermaid Fest of San Marcos, an annual festival celebrating the city’s designation (Mermaid Capital Of Texas – San Marcos), art, culture and heritage is returning this year!!!

Mermaid Fest San Marcos is back for its 2021 edition with a host of events in store for all its residents. The festival is a celebration of the city’s most important resource, the San Marcos River. There will be multiple events as a part of the festival including the two feature events: Mermaid Promenade and Downtown Street Faire.

The Mermaid Society of Texas hosts this annual family friendly event in celebration of a vibrant and creative eco-driven community united by the empowering symbol of the Mermaid.

What is the Mermaid Fest San Marcos?

The parades at the San Marcos festival are a must attend. Image via Facebook@Mermaid Society SMTX

The annual festival will see a vibrant display of culture in its parade which will feature floats, marches, music and of course, a ton of mermaids.

Among the events is the Downtown Street Faire you can encounter over 100 artisan vendors placed on the Hays County Courthouse grounds. This is the spot to enjoy local cuisine, supporting downtown eateries and pubs and swaying to live music.

Mermaids on Stairs

There are a host of other mermaid-themed activities in store for family and friends as well. After a hiatus in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the festival has returned with its usual excitement but a few of the events have been dropped keeping in mind social distancing norms.

Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest 2021 – Event Details Including COVID Guidelines

When: Saturday, 25 September 2021 | 10:00 a.m. – Noon – Parade, Noon – 8:00 p.m. Downtown Street Faire

Where: Downtown San Marcos, Texas

How much: FREE to the Public

COVID-19 Guidelines: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, certain events have been eliminated from the festival. Free mermaid-themed disposable masks and hand sanitizing stations available throughout the parade route. There will also be an on-site pop-up vaccination site available for public during the festival.

For More Information: www.mermaidsocietysmtx.com 

Event Contact: July Moreno 512-825-2819

Event Sponsors:  

HEB Title Sponsor of the Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest

San Marcos Lions Club – Presenting Sponsor of The Mermaid Promenade

La Cima San Marcos – Presenting Sponsor of The Downtown Street Faire

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Top 5 RV Rental Tips From A First Time RV Renter

Posted on August 29, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

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RV Rental Tips From First Time RV Renters

Looking for RV Rental Tips? Read on below my post after our first RV rental experience.

My husband and I have discussed time and time again the idea of an RV road trip and like many other people decided this summer was the perfect time to give it a try. We hit the open road with some best friends and since then have had a lot of friends and family ask us questions about the experience. Overall, it was a trip of a lifetime and something we want to do again. Thanks to our friends at RVshare, we’re bringing you our top 5 lessons from life on the road.

5 RV Rental Tips from a first time RV Renter

1. Ask lots of questions to the RV Owner or RV Rental place

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When you embark on any vacation, the first day is very exciting and you’re ready to get things going. While resorts or hotel-based vacations allow for you to settle right into vacation mode, it’s very important with an RV trip to be diligent in the first few hours as you learn the mechanics of living in a motorhome. One takeaway was that we should have spent more time asking questions – we figured things out over time, but we could have saved ourselves some time and frustration if we spent more time with the owner before heading out.

2. Set your expectations for the trip

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If this is your first time renting an RV, it’s important to go into the trip realizing the first few days are going to have a learning curve. Once you give yourself 24-48 hours to figure out all the bells, whistles, and logistics of the RV it becomes very simple and easy. We were really surprised by how quickly we could hook up at our campsites and be ready to adventure.

3. Understand RV park requirements

One thing we hadn’t spent much time considering was the limitations of the RV through tunnels, narrow roadways, etc. While planning out your stops, research height limitations and any other obstacles to making your way down the road. We also ran into some road-closures that re-routed us a few hours here and there. Nothing that can’t be easily resolved, but knowing these things ahead of time is helpful.

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4. Have alternative transportation

rvshare tips

We knew that it would probably be handy to have a car, motorcycle, etc. to get around, and boy, were we right! While we were able to find shuttles and taxis to the places we needed to go – it was not always very reliable and definitely not convenient. Our number one takeaway would be to have a secondary form of transportation – even if that means a bike! Most places you want to go are not that far, but adding an extra mile or two onto an already full day of hiking/activities could be easily eliminated.

5. Relaxation comes easy on an RV trip

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As someone who has not camped much or ever used an RV I wasn’t sure if this would be a very relaxing trip. Boy was I wrong! The RV parks were quiet and the people were very friendly. Outside of the amazing sites we saw, spending the evenings cooking food and laughing with friends in beautiful scenery made for a great week away to recharge.

After taking the plunge and getting a full RV indoctrination, my husband and I agree this was one of our favorite adventures to date. We would highly recommend an RV trip to anyone searching for a few days or even weeks away. Our full RVshare review has a lot more info on using this cool service that’s like the Airbnb of RVs.

Ready to get started? Start booking your next adventure with RVshare.

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5 Reasons to Rent an RV from RVshare For Your Next Family Getaway From Austin

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

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Rent an RV from RVshare For Your Next Family Getaway

The pandemic and remote work have completely changed the way we approach work and school. Families have realized they could do their jobs from anywhere in the country. With summer winding down and cooler temperatures beckoning, many families are wondering what vacation will look like in this new world. We’re giving you the top five reasons why you should rent an RV from RVshare  for your next family getaway from Austin!

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7 Best RV Parks in Texas – Top RV Resorts & Campgrounds

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

Here’s your new Texas Travel Bucket List! We’ve put together the best places to see and stay- via RV, car, or trailer! Texans are ready to camp, fish, and stay waterside but there’s no reason it has to be expensive. Texas RV Parks are cheap, with plenty of amenities, and a whole bunch of nature! We’re here to help you decide where to go.

Don’t have your own RV? RVshare is a great service that lets you rent an RV directly from owners so you can enjoy camping in comfort with your whole family without the expense of owning an RV.

Editor’s Note: We are committed to bringing you the most up-to-date information about each location but details are subject to change. Please contact each park for a list of complete terms before making reservations.

7 Best RV Parks in Texas

The Vineyards of Fredericksburg RV Park

Vineyards of Fredericksburg
Original image courtesy of Vineyards of Fredericksburg Facebook Page

Fredericksburg should be on your Bucket List even if you aren’t RVing. This serene spot in the Texas Hill Country is waiting to show you its wonderful local wineries, floats on the Guadalupe, and all of their great amenities! They have a pool and spa, a pavilion and fire pits, playgrounds and wifi, shower and laundry facilities, a dog park, and even cabins and cottages for rental! Their spacious lots are only $45 – $60 daily with a discount for certain First Responders and other organization members.

Address: 2647 N, US-87, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Time from Austin: ~2 hours

Pedernales Falls State Park

Pedernales Falls State Park
Image courtesy of Texas Parks & Wildlife

We know this is still the Hill Country but Pedernales Falls is one of the best places in stay in all of Texas! Pedernales Falls State Park is open, by reservation only, and has Instagram-worthy swim and splash spots you and your entire family will love. They have camping, hiking, biking, plenty of picnic facilities, tubing, swimming, and wading. Their campsites are primitive; you can have a fire and get electricity {30 amp} and water. They also have restrooms and showers but no pool or laundry facilities. The river more than makes up for all of that and rates are just $10 – $20 per night!

Address: 2585 Park Rd 6026, Johnson City, TX 78636

Time from San Antonio: ~ 1 hour

Galveston Island RV Resort

Galveston Island KOA resort
Image courtesy of Galveston Island KOA Facebook Page

Close to  surfside, this Texas RV park may be the most bougie of them all! Enjoy pool access, a short walk to the beach, cottages for rent, and full hookups for a great price! The cottages are a pretty penny, but they’re also pretty! Summer rates can be as high as $75 but it’s a great price for some of the best amenities on the list: a lazy river, hot tub, walk-in pool, free parking and wifi, gaming, catch-and-release crabbing and fishing, and spacious sites.

Address: 23700 Termini-San Luis Pass Rd, Galveston, TX 77554

Time from Austin: ~ 4 hours and 30 minutes

Garner State Park

If the other sites on this list aren’t your favorite, Garner State Park definitely will be. Enjoy a crystal lake, gorgeous scenery, paddle boating, swimming, floating,  shelters, cabins, and campsites with full hookups. They also have picnic areas, fire rings with a grill for just $35 a night. The Frio River is shallow enough for dogs and children and there are plenty of historical areas nearby to visit.

Check out a detailed review of Things to do at Garner State Park

Address: 234 RR 1050, Concan, TX 78838

Time from Austin: ~ 3 hours

Sandollar Resort Motel & RV Park

Sandollar Resort Motel & RV Park
Image courtesy of Sandollar Facebook page

For a crystal-clear beach experience, head out to Rockport, Texas! This cute and comfortable RV Park has a motel with two pools, bbq pits, plenty of shady oaks, bay and beachside access, a marina and pier, plus onsite games and a bar and grill! The RV site rates are $40 – $44 per day for two guests per site; additional guests are $1 per day, per person. Be sure to make reservations in advance and budget for electricity rates plus deposits.

Address: 4021 TX-35, Rockport, TX 78382

Time from Austin: ~ 3 hours and 15 minutes

Fort Clark Springs

Swimming pool at Fort Clark Springs
Image courtesy of Fort Clark Springs Facebook page

An underground cave is the kind of thing every person should see at least once in their lifetime. Kickapoo Cavern State Park has plenty to see and do but we recommend you stay at Fort Clark Springs. They have a pool, free wifi, 50 amp hookups, restrooms and shower facilities, plus pets are allowed. Rates are $25.50 per day with tent camping nearby.

Address: Brackettville, TX 78832

Time from Austin: ~ 3 hours & 30 minutes

Palo Duro Rim RV Campground

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Palo Duro Canyon State Park – Image courtesy of Texas Parks & Wildlife

This primitive camping site makes the list for two amazing reasons- because the landscape is something out of a movie, and because the temps are unexpectedly cool. You won’t find much in the way of water out here near the border but because you’re “on the rim” the temps stay cool and breezy year-round. Enjoy easy access, full hookups, strong cell signal, outdoor activities including a zipline, showers, and more. Sites are around $30 a night.

Address: 5707 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015

Time from Austin: ~ 7 hours & 30 minutes

Looking for getaways from Austin? Check out these 6 great camping locations! 

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Entry to ACL 2021 will require negative COVID test or proof of vaccination

Posted on August 19, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

The iconic ACL Fest sign looks stunning at night. (credit: Bill Tucker)

ACL Festival Organizers announced that they will need either a negative COVID test or proof of vaccination for entry. 2021 ACL is scheduled for October 1-3 and 8-10 and will be held at the Zilker Park

According to information published on the website – The negative COVID-19 printed test result must be obtained within 72 hours (3 days) of attending ACL Festival.  Patrons who are fully vaccinated may show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination instead of proof of negative test.  

Information related to masks will be released closer to the festival dates. 

ACL 2021 Entry Procedures – COVID & Other

  • Comply with the ACL Festival Fan Health Pledge
  • Each day, bring a printed copy of your Negative COVID-19 test, Vaccine Card, or Vaccine Record.
  • Bring your Festival Wristband
  • Please also remember our updated bag policy – CLEAR BAGS ONLY – and NO liquids are allowed to be brought into ACL Festival.

ACL 2021 Festival Fan Health Pledge – COVID Guidelines

Do not attend the festival if any of the following is true for you or anyone in your party

  • Within 14 days before attending the festival you have tested positive, or been exposed to someone who has tested positive for, COVID-19;
  • Within 48 hours prior to attending the festival, you have experienced symptoms of COVID-19 (e.g., a fever of 100.4F or higher, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking muscle pain/achiness, headache, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, nasal congestion, runny nose, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue or any other symptoms associated with COVID-19 identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
  • Within 14 days prior to attending the festival, you have travelled to any international territory identified by federal or applicable state or local governments as being subject to travel or quarantine advisories due to COVID-19.

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