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8 Fun Ways to Get Fit in Austin During 2016

January 4, 2016 by Bill Tucker 4 Comments

Fair warning: I am not a fitness guru. Between writing for three blogs, weekly visits to Alamo Drafthouse and an unhealthy obsession with “Fallout 4,” my life is a relatively sedentary one. My weekly exercise consists of long walks around town that inevitably end up at a craft beer bar. And I can’t stand gyms.

So, if I’m going to work out, it has to be fun. Running for hours on a treadmill doesn’t do it for me. Lifting weights makes me self-conscious. Luckily for those in the same boat as me, our city is filled with exciting ways to lose those pounds. Get up and get fit in Austin with these fun-filled suggestions. If they can motivate me to turn off the PS4, they can motivate anybody! [Read more…]

Your Guide to a Memorable Austin Christmas Staycation

December 21, 2015 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

Friends, food and family. The three F’s of the holiday season. Amid the chaos, lights and Amazon wish lists, there’s one constant: the old-fashioned family get-together. A chance to reconnect with the ones you love.

But not everybody heads home for the holidays. For whatever reason, many of us will be hanging out in Austin for the holiday season. And Austin can become a ghost town over Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

But don’t despair. Put on some real clothes, turn off Netflix and head out on the town. For those doing an Austin Christmas this year, here are eight events that’ll make your holiday full of memories and fun. [Read more…]

5 Austin Holiday Events You Have to Experience for Yourself

December 17, 2015 by Kristin Leigh Leave a Comment

Credit: soultga via sxc.hu

I love the holidays in Austin. This is the time of year that locals bask in the mild weather, enjoying unparalleled nightlife minus the frostbite, while the rest of the country hunkers down and endures another snowy winter.

What better way to celebrate this amazing time of year than with some incredible, can-only-happen-here holiday events? These are my favorite picks for getting into the festive spirit this season. [Read more…]

24 Hours in South Austin

December 16, 2015 by Jessica Pino 1 Comment

If you only had 24 hours in Austin, what would you do? This is a loaded question for such a fabulous town. And the answer depends on so many things, like what part of town you’re in, what you like, how old you are and your budget.

When creating this “ultimate itinerary,” I decided to use all 24 hours. Because…why not? I also decided to focus the itinerary in South Austin, to get the most out of those 24 hours by avoiding traffic situations. You can do most of this itinerary on foot or by bike. You can also do it any time of year.

So here it is. The best 24 hours of your life…in South Austin. [Read more…]

Uniquely Austin Mother-Daughter Date Ideas

November 18, 2015 by Guest Blogger 2 Comments

Guest article by Amanda Tatom

There is no shortage of fun and unique things to do in Austin. My job as host of Studio512 has given me countless opportunities to try new places and amazing experiences.

The two biggest parts of my life are being a working woman and a mom of three girls. When the cameras aren’t rolling, I like to take my little ladies out for some fun and frolicking. Recently we’ve explored different places based on my girls’ individual personalities, ages and interests. Get ready to make some special memories of your own with these uniquely Austin mother-daughter date ideas! [Read more…]

The Best Bars for Watching Out of Town Sports in Austin

November 5, 2015 by Andrew Chase 11 Comments

For us transplants, it can be tough to watch our favorite sports teams around here. With all these hipsters running around, it’s tough to find a good sports bar in general. Never mind finding one that favors your out-of-town teams.

Take it from a guy who had to watch the Bruins lose game six of the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs with 20 Blackhawks fans. Brutal. I know, I know. I don’t have too much to complain about as a Boston sports fan, but you know what I mean (sorry not sorry).

Bottom line, it sucks being the away team all the time. For that reason, I’ve put together [Read more…]

5 Delightful Pumpkin Patches to Explore in Austin

October 27, 2015 by Guest Blogger 1 Comment

Red Barn Garden Center Pumpkin Patch in Austin

Red Barn Garden Center is the perfect place for fall family photos

Guest article by Angela Bowers

It’s that time of year again—boots, pumpkin spice-everything, shivering 80-degree temperatures and leaves changing color. Well, I guess it’s just yellow leaves mixed with dead ones (we’re still in Texas, y’all).

But the best part of fall, in my opinion: pumpkin patches. Plenty of places in Austin offer these colorful collections of orange globes, so we’ve compiled a list of our five favorite spots.

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7 Peaceful Escapes Within Austin City Limits

October 23, 2015 by Eliza Weeks Leave a Comment

Escape within Austin City Limits to Mayfield Park (Credit: Kelli McDonald)

I love that our city makes filling time on the weekends effortless, but sometimes we all need to hit the pause button. An escape from the hustle and bustle is a must if we want to keep up with all Austin has to offer.

But since leaving the city on I-35 can take a whole day, we need to look for ways to change our perspective within Austin city limits. Fortunately, escape is closer than you might think. [Read more…]

Best Places in Austin to Outfit Your Fall Garden

October 22, 2015 by Kristin Leigh 1 Comment

Stroll through The Great Outdoors and prepare to be inspired (Credit: Susannah Haddad)

You’d have to be buried under a rock not to notice the shift in temperature this week. The cool morning air and luminous afternoon light has arrived in Austin, making this the perfect time to dig into fall rituals.

In addition to breezy scarves and pumpkin-flavored everything, this is my favorite time to head outdoors, trowel in hand, and revamp my garden beds. Whether you garden in your backyard or on your back deck, now is the perfect time to plant!

One of my favorite aspects of calling Central Texas home is that we get to cheat the system a little when it comes to gardening. Because of our scorching summers and relatively mild winters, the shoulder seasons—fall and spring—are optimal times to plant the vegetables, herbs and flowers you’ve been dreaming about. [Read more…]

3 Delightfully Walkable Neighborhoods in Austin

October 9, 2015 by Kristin Leigh 3 Comments

Have an afternoon to spare? Stroll through Pease Park (Credit: Jim Allen via Flickr CC)

As undeniably charming as Austin is, it’s difficult to get a feel for our town without jumping in a car. Like it or not, a vehicle is standard issue here in the heart of Texas. But while you can’t trek the entire city on foot, Austin boasts several neighborhood enclaves that are full of great restaurants, tree-lined parks and window shopping, all within leisurely walking distance.

This fall, as the the late afternoon light draws you outside and the evenings cool, park your car, grab your walking shoes and experience a few of these neighborhood gems for yourself. [Read more…]

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