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Overlooking the grounds and mansion at the Commodore Perry Estate
Travel and Outdoors
8 Austin hotels receive MICHELIN Keys
The winning hotels were chosen for their excellence in hospitality, service, beauty, personality, and going the extra mile.
September 12, 2024 03:19 PM
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Laura Figi
A serene lakeside scene with a colorful inflatable watermelon tube and a blue float resting on grassy ground near the water’s edge. A colorful beach bag and water bottles are also in the foreground. The lake is calm, surrounded by lush green trees and distant hills, with a small boathouse visible on the far shore. The sky is overcast, with clouds hanging above the peaceful landscape.
Culture
This, not that: Alternatives for popular Austin attractions
Looking for things to do, but keep running across the same old stuff? Check out these local-approved (not-so) hidden gems.
September 11, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A crowded indoor market under a large white tent filled with shoppers browsing various booths displaying art, antiques, and other vintage items. Many shoppers are wearing wide-brimmed hats and casual attire. The atmosphere is lively and bustling, with people closely examining the items on display, which include framed paintings and decorative artifacts.
Travel and Outdoors
Take a day trip to Marburger Farm Antique Show
The five-day festival draws vintage designers + collectors, musicians, and celebrities to Round Top, Texas.
September 9, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A plane flys over palm trees in a clear sky.
Travel and Outdoors
✈️ 3 wildly cheap flights out of AUS in 2024
Check out some of the year’s cheapest flights leaving our local airport.
September 5, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
A pickleball court at Other Racquet Social Club, with a sign reading the name of the business in the background.
Play
Where to play pickleball in Austin
We know you’ve got some skills — now it’s time to show them off.
September 3, 2024
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London Gibson
A construction site in front of a mid-century modern building with stone walls and a circular glass entrance. A small green excavator is parked in front of the building, surrounded by piles of rubble and construction materials. An orange traffic cone and a portable handwashing station are visible in the foreground, along with a large tree providing some shade to the area.
City
Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse construction makes waves at Barton Springs Pool
Let’s take a look at what still needs to be done before the project’s estimated completion in summer 2025.
August 30, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A view of the iconic Austin Motel sign, which is shaped like a large, red, vertical arrow pointing downward. The sign reads 'AUSTIN MOTEL' in white letters and below it, a marquee displays the message 'ONE HUNDRED PERCENT PURE LOVE.' To the left, there is a 'No Vacancy' sign glowing in red neon under a canopy adorned with colorful lights. The canopy is covered in lush greenery, adding a vibrant touch to the scene. The clear blue sky in the background enhances the bright and welcoming atmosphere of this well-known Austin landmark.
Culture
What locals have grown to love about Austin over time
We asked our Instagram followers what they’ve grown to love about Austin — here’s what they had to say.
August 22, 2024
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Then and Now: Travel back in time through Conroe’s history
Here’s how this historic community just ~three hours away has withstood the test of time for more than a century and established itself as a vibrant hub today.
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A flamingo float sits in the pool at The Graeber.
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🌴 3 standout spaces for your next event
RestauRent offers venues in all shapes and sizes — for all occasions.
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A rendering of a spacious and modern airport terminal with large windows allowing natural light to fill the space. The terminal features a mezzanine level where a few travelers are seated or walking with luggage. Below, the ground level is bustling with people shopping and dining at various retail and food outlets. The high ceiling with exposed beams adds to the airy feel of the space. A colorful mural is visible on one wall, and a plane can be seen taking off outside the window, indicating the terminal's proximity to the runway.
City
Unpacking the Austin airport’s West Gate Expansion
Come spring 2026, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will feature a new outdoor balcony with skyline views + more.
August 16, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
An autumnal view of the Austin skyline toward Rainey Street.
Travel and Outdoors
The Farmer’s Almanac predicts a wet summer and warm fall
The warm weather is catching up with Austin — both the Farmer’s Almanac and National Weather Service expect warm weather through November.
August 15, 2024
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Laura Figi
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A display of Texas high school homecoming mums in shades of orange, white, and gold. The mums are adorned with various decorations, including ribbons, glittery streamers, feathers, and small trinkets, all arranged on a white lattice backdrop in a store setting.
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Mum season is upon us in Texas
Did you know the local tradition didn’t start in Texas? Despite that, Texans have been donning mums since at least 1936.
September 6, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Pack up: People are moving to Austin from these US cities
U-Haul rolled out info on 2024 moving trends — and now you just might know a little more about your new neighbors.
September 6, 2024
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Your guide to game day: Cowboys and Texans
Football season is upon us, and we have the need-to-know info about the Cowboys and Texans + how to make the most out of game days.
September 5, 2024
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Hanna Williford
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All the artists with Austin ties playing at ACL 2024
At least 17 artists with ties to Austin will take the stage in front of adoring fans from around the country this October.
September 4, 2024
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Laura Figi
A table set with a variety of breakfast dishes, including a vibrant red pancake topped with fresh berries and cream, a small bowl of granola with yogurt and mint leaves, a plate with slices of cantaloupe and assorted fresh fruits, a dish with a salad topped with sliced eggs, and a bowl of yogurt garnished with mixed berries. Two people are seated at the table, one holding a cup of coffee, and the other spooning a parfait from a jar.
Food
Restaurant duo opens this fall at Hyatt Centric
Heydey Social Club and The Traditional, An American Kitchen will open at the end of September.
September 4, 2024
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Laura Figi
Astronaut in a blue uniform floating inside a module of the International Space Station, holding a binder labeled "International Space Station Robotics FS." The surroundings include various equipment, laptops, and cables attached to the walls and ceiling.
Education
Meet Stephanie Wilson, the astronaut cut from the next SpaceX flight
The former Longhorn has given up her seat to help bring two stranded astronauts home from the International Space Station.
September 3, 2024
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Laura Figi
Runners pass by a small green building with a large red circular sign that reads "Jo's" at the top. The building has a red stripe along the roofline and is located at the corner of South Congress Avenue. A small crowd of people stands on the sidewalk, watching and cheering the runners as they go by. In the background, there are trees with bare branches and a street sign indicating Congress Avenue.
Wellness
Run clubs for every day of the week in Austin
Make friends and move your body — we found a club in Austin for any day your schedule is open.
August 30, 2024
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Laura Figi
A light grey cocktail with a dried citrus slice is the focal point of the photo, with plates of colorful dishes surrounding it. Queso and a margarita are blurry in the background.
Food
17 restaurants, bars, and coffee shops that opened this summer
Summer 2024 brought dozens of new food and beverage offerings to the Capital City — we rounded up a few that caught our eyes.
August 30, 2024
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Laura Figi
Madisen Skinner wearing a Texas volleyball shirt on the quad, surrounded by the Texas marching band.
Sports
Meet Madisen Skinner: H-E-B’s first name, image, and likeness deal
The Longhorn volleyball star will soon appear at UT Austin and H-E-B events, plus on your TV screens, as she celebrates her NIL deal.
August 29, 2024
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Laura Figi
A hand holding a cheeseburger with a brick wall in the background.
Food
Meet Offline, Austin’s restaurant discovery app
Join Austin’s premier restaurant club and get money off the tab at locally owned restaurants.
August 29, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen