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Travel and Outdoors

Beat the heat by taking a dip in some of Austin’s swankiest hotel pools, indulging in poolside snacks, and sunbathing.
Austin could be in for a hot year, but how does that translate to days over 100º? We want guesses from our readers.
Want dinner with a gorgeous lake view? We have that. Want a place to drink by the pool? We have that. Want to play lawn games with your dog? We have that, too.
Whether you’re new to Austin and want in on the Bat City lore or you’re a longtime local with lots of curiosity, here’s how the winged creatures play a role in our city.
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Miraval’s approach to wellness is immersive and experiential, with hundreds of possibilities to explore — meaning your journey will be one-of-a-kind, just like you.
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Meet the endangered Barton Springs Salamander, a vibrant amphibian that calls Austin’s natural springs home.
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Omni Barton Creek Resort has a lineup of can’t-miss summer events.
Meet the feathered, flippered, and furry locals who share Lady Bird Lake with us.
The ABC Kite Fest — originally called the Kite Tournament — has been an Austin staple for almost a century, providing free fun for kids and adults alike.
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We see ribbon cuttings in Austin’s future, because the next decade has major projects that will change the shape of the city in store.
You’ll never have to deal with a layover again, because these are just a few of ABIA’s nonstop flights, which will take you to over 100 cities in the US and abroad.
Dip your toes into “phillumeny,” aka the practice of collecting matchbooks, while you explore ATX and support local businesses at the same time.
The slate of new grants goes toward projects including new bridge construction, shade structure creation, and trail repair.
Let’s take a deeper dive into some of Austin’s historical markers, the significance they hold, and how long they’ve been standing.
Austin made waves on dozens of studies, lists, and rankings, so we gathered some of the highest points the Capital City hit in 2025.
Here’s the deal — the resale and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Capital City. Here are 21 markets and shops to stop by on your secondhand journey.
If you have a goal you’re trying to hit in 2026, we’re here to help you make that as easy as possible by connecting you to our guides.
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The Austinite and two college friends-turned-founders made the list with their honey-based performance gel, which is made with organic honey and clean ingredients.