By Phillip Pantuso
Austin
Texas
Texas
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Ladybird LakePhoto By: Circle M Photography
Though it is the capital of Texas, the city of Austin is perhaps equally as known for the ways in which it’s different from the prevailing traits typically associated with the Lone Star State. Popularly known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” Austin sparks the creative spirit in anyone who visits, and Austinites are forward-thinking, adventurous, outdoors-loving people interested in maintaining a vibrant local scene while also growing into a bonafide cultural hotbed and a center for technology and business.
EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your next vacation to the capital of Texas. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) serves the greater Austin area. Book your flight today with EscapeWizard.com; to do so, please follow this link: (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Hotel options range from nice and cheap to luxurious to downright funky. When you’re ready to book your accommodations, please refer to the top selections in the hotel portion of our website below. Our number one selection is the Holiday Inn Express for high quality service. Then for assistance booking your hotel just follow this link: (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Upon your arrival in Austin, you will find evidence of the city’s slogan, “Keep Austin Weird,” everywhere. The motto refers to the city’s eclectic, liberal lifestyle, as well as sounding as a battle call to maintain the city’s unique flavor by preserving homegrown businesses. A stroll down South Congress is a nice way to get acclimated to the city’s bounty of local, offbeat offerings. A popular shopping spot, “SoCo” features dozens of trendy boutiques, vintage shops, upscale restaurants, wine bars, gift shops and food trailers (a booming trend in Austin).
Just a few miles north on Congress Avenue sits the State House. In 1839, Austin was named the capital of the newly independent Republic of Texas, and the building currently serving as the Capitol was completed in 1888, and admission is free year-round. Those interested in delving further into Texas’s eventful history can visit the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, located a few blocks north of the State House.
Austin is also well-known for its vibrant nightlife scene. EscapeWizard.com recommends heading downtown to Sixth Street once the sun goes down. A popular locale for all people of drinking age, Sixth Street is lined with bars, nightclubs, and throngs of merrymakers. Extending east of Interstate 35, you can find a more relaxed, hip nightlife scene in the rapidly developing East Sixth District. EscapeWizard.com also recommends stopping into one of the numerous musical venues in the Red River District – Austin is the “Live Music Capital of the World,” after all. And if you are in a movie-watching mood, a stop at the Alamo Drafthouse Theater is a must. In addition to screening popular releases, the Alamo Drafthouse holds many special, often themed, screenings, as well as serving up food and drinks from a full menu. For a calendar of events, as well as a restaurant guide to this foodie town, be sure to check out the Austin Chronicle’s website (http://www.austinchronicle.com/) or pick up a free copy of the weekly.
A trip to Austin wouldn’t be complete without exploring some of the city’s outdoor-entertainment options. High up on anyone’s list should be Lady Bird Lake. Actually a reservoir on the Colorado River, “Town Lake,” as it’s popularly called, divides the city into its northern and southern sections, and is lined with parks, running and biking trails. No bike? No problem – you can easily rent one. In the summertime, paddleboats and kayaks are also available to rent. Start at Auditorium Shores Park and go from there. EscapeWizard.com also recommends a visit to Zilker Park, where the Austin City Limits music festival is held every October. Barton Springs Pool, a popular recreational swimming hole fed by a natural spring, is on the south side of the park. If you are interested in hiking and breathtaking vistas, EscapeWizard.com encourages a visit to Mount Bonnell, in the West Austin hills.
Austin is an exciting, vibrant city, and EscapeWizard.com can assure that all comers will find something that suits them. The city is served by an extensive bus system and is also eminently drivable. Click the link above to book your next vacation to Austin, Texas with EscapeWizard.com.
EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your next vacation to the capital of Texas. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) serves the greater Austin area. Book your flight today with EscapeWizard.com; to do so, please follow this link: (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Hotel options range from nice and cheap to luxurious to downright funky. When you’re ready to book your accommodations, please refer to the top selections in the hotel portion of our website below. Our number one selection is the Holiday Inn Express for high quality service. Then for assistance booking your hotel just follow this link: (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Upon your arrival in Austin, you will find evidence of the city’s slogan, “Keep Austin Weird,” everywhere. The motto refers to the city’s eclectic, liberal lifestyle, as well as sounding as a battle call to maintain the city’s unique flavor by preserving homegrown businesses. A stroll down South Congress is a nice way to get acclimated to the city’s bounty of local, offbeat offerings. A popular shopping spot, “SoCo” features dozens of trendy boutiques, vintage shops, upscale restaurants, wine bars, gift shops and food trailers (a booming trend in Austin).
Just a few miles north on Congress Avenue sits the State House. In 1839, Austin was named the capital of the newly independent Republic of Texas, and the building currently serving as the Capitol was completed in 1888, and admission is free year-round. Those interested in delving further into Texas’s eventful history can visit the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, located a few blocks north of the State House.
Austin is also well-known for its vibrant nightlife scene. EscapeWizard.com recommends heading downtown to Sixth Street once the sun goes down. A popular locale for all people of drinking age, Sixth Street is lined with bars, nightclubs, and throngs of merrymakers. Extending east of Interstate 35, you can find a more relaxed, hip nightlife scene in the rapidly developing East Sixth District. EscapeWizard.com also recommends stopping into one of the numerous musical venues in the Red River District – Austin is the “Live Music Capital of the World,” after all. And if you are in a movie-watching mood, a stop at the Alamo Drafthouse Theater is a must. In addition to screening popular releases, the Alamo Drafthouse holds many special, often themed, screenings, as well as serving up food and drinks from a full menu. For a calendar of events, as well as a restaurant guide to this foodie town, be sure to check out the Austin Chronicle’s website (http://www.austinchronicle.com/) or pick up a free copy of the weekly.
A trip to Austin wouldn’t be complete without exploring some of the city’s outdoor-entertainment options. High up on anyone’s list should be Lady Bird Lake. Actually a reservoir on the Colorado River, “Town Lake,” as it’s popularly called, divides the city into its northern and southern sections, and is lined with parks, running and biking trails. No bike? No problem – you can easily rent one. In the summertime, paddleboats and kayaks are also available to rent. Start at Auditorium Shores Park and go from there. EscapeWizard.com also recommends a visit to Zilker Park, where the Austin City Limits music festival is held every October. Barton Springs Pool, a popular recreational swimming hole fed by a natural spring, is on the south side of the park. If you are interested in hiking and breathtaking vistas, EscapeWizard.com encourages a visit to Mount Bonnell, in the West Austin hills.
Austin is an exciting, vibrant city, and EscapeWizard.com can assure that all comers will find something that suits them. The city is served by an extensive bus system and is also eminently drivable. Click the link above to book your next vacation to Austin, Texas with EscapeWizard.com.
Hotels in Austin
By Tekisha Slack
Hilton Austin Airport
9515 Hotel Drive, Austin, TX
9515 Hotel Drive, Austin, TX
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AtriumPhoto By: Hilton Hotels -
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PoolPhoto By: Hilton Hotels
The Hilton Austin Airport is a convenient location for weary travelers. Located just off of highway 71 and just seven miles from downtown Austin, the hotel is only two minutes from the passenger terminal of the Austin Bergstrom international Airport. This Hilton is actually the only hotel on the airport’s grounds.
It boasts 262 guestrooms and 11 suites. All guest rooms are available with a king size bed or two double beds, spacious closets and bathrooms with marble vanities, magnifying makeup mirrors and hair dryers. Business travelers will surely appreciate the hotel’s high-speed Internet access, large work desks and multiple two-line telephones with speaker phones, voicemail and data ports. The Hilton wants to make you feel at home so each room also has some at home basics; like ironing board, coffee maker, 27 inch televisions with over 30 channels, HBO® and OnCommand®, AM/FM Alarm Clocks with MP3 connectivity and many other at home features.
For the more leisure traveler, the Hilton Austin Airport location offers two bedroom Hill Country Suites that includes a parlor room connected to a double and king sized room with a balcony that overlooks the hotel’s stunning atrium. This hotel boasts some great amenities too, such as: an outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi spa. Stay fit while traveling using the complimentary PreCor® cardiovascular and resistance training equipment. Other amenities include: 24-hour wireless internet in the atrium, 24-hour business center availability, 24-hour complimentary shuttle to and from Austin Bergstrom International, same-day valet dry cleaning and laundry… just to name a few.
This Hilton location offers guests several different options to wine and dine before, or after your flight. The Creeks Restaurant boasts an award winning chef whose menu offers American cuisine with a Texas flair. Guests can also relax and unwind at the Creeks Lounge where they can pick up beverages and light snacks; there is even a full service Starbucks Café for coffee lovers. Not in the mood to leave your room? In-room dining is available to guests for breakfast lunch and dinner. Additionally, the hotel is only minutes from the city's best shopping that includes Barton Creek Mall, San Marcos Prime and Tanager Outlet Malls, Round Rock Premium Outlet Malls, Lake line Mall, Highland Mall, Arboretum Area, The Domain, and Downtown 2nd Street Shopping
With its close proximity to the Austin Bergstrom International Airport and its convenient location to Downtown Austin, Hilton Austin Airport is the perfect choice for accommodations whether you are traveling to the great city of Austin for business or pleasure. EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your room today. Just click on the link to book today (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
It boasts 262 guestrooms and 11 suites. All guest rooms are available with a king size bed or two double beds, spacious closets and bathrooms with marble vanities, magnifying makeup mirrors and hair dryers. Business travelers will surely appreciate the hotel’s high-speed Internet access, large work desks and multiple two-line telephones with speaker phones, voicemail and data ports. The Hilton wants to make you feel at home so each room also has some at home basics; like ironing board, coffee maker, 27 inch televisions with over 30 channels, HBO® and OnCommand®, AM/FM Alarm Clocks with MP3 connectivity and many other at home features.
For the more leisure traveler, the Hilton Austin Airport location offers two bedroom Hill Country Suites that includes a parlor room connected to a double and king sized room with a balcony that overlooks the hotel’s stunning atrium. This hotel boasts some great amenities too, such as: an outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi spa. Stay fit while traveling using the complimentary PreCor® cardiovascular and resistance training equipment. Other amenities include: 24-hour wireless internet in the atrium, 24-hour business center availability, 24-hour complimentary shuttle to and from Austin Bergstrom International, same-day valet dry cleaning and laundry… just to name a few.
This Hilton location offers guests several different options to wine and dine before, or after your flight. The Creeks Restaurant boasts an award winning chef whose menu offers American cuisine with a Texas flair. Guests can also relax and unwind at the Creeks Lounge where they can pick up beverages and light snacks; there is even a full service Starbucks Café for coffee lovers. Not in the mood to leave your room? In-room dining is available to guests for breakfast lunch and dinner. Additionally, the hotel is only minutes from the city's best shopping that includes Barton Creek Mall, San Marcos Prime and Tanager Outlet Malls, Round Rock Premium Outlet Malls, Lake line Mall, Highland Mall, Arboretum Area, The Domain, and Downtown 2nd Street Shopping
With its close proximity to the Austin Bergstrom International Airport and its convenient location to Downtown Austin, Hilton Austin Airport is the perfect choice for accommodations whether you are traveling to the great city of Austin for business or pleasure. EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your room today. Just click on the link to book today (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Hotels in Austin
By Tekisha Slack
Hyatt Regency Austin
208 Barton Springs, Austin, TX
208 Barton Springs, Austin, TX
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Bar-LoungePhoto By: Hyatt Hotels
During your next visit to the Capital city of Texas, make Hyatt Regency Austin your hotel of choice. Located on the shore of the scenic and serene Lady Bird Lake, this Hyatt provides a perfect balance between a calm resort and the hustle and bustle of the city beat.
The Austin Hyatt Regency has 448 comfortable and modern rooms that have been redesigned. All of the rooms offer a view of downtown Austin and Hill Country. Guests have their choice of King or Double Grand beds and each room also offers a flat screen TV / iHome Stereo and Deluxe bath with Portico products. The Hyatt’s also got you covered with the basics; like ironing board, coffee maker and all the usual features that are offered in a modern hotel room. This Hyatt offers its guests Full service business center, Hyatt Fast Board / PDA Check-in, knowledgeable concierge and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
The Hyatt’s location is a dream for the fitness minded. The lake locale offers the chance to walk; bike or even paddle and canoe around the trail or you can relax by the hotel’s seasonal pool with sundeck. You can also stay in shape at the Hyatt’s 24 hour StayFitTM fitness center and “Namaste” away with yoga classes. You will need somewhere to burn off the calories once you take advantage of the hotel’s critically acclaimed dining. The Hyatt Regency Austin is the home of SWB – Southwest Bistro which offers a sophisticated and contemporary décor with glass walls that overlook the spectacular Austin skyline. The hotel is also just minutes away from many other great bars and restaurants in the downtown area. Feel like staying in? In-room dining is also available to guests.
The Hyatt Regency Austin’s scenic and convenient location is the perfect choice for visitors to the great city of Austin. Use EscapeWizard.com to book your next trip to the ‘Live Music Capital of the World.’ You will not be disappointed, just click on this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
The Austin Hyatt Regency has 448 comfortable and modern rooms that have been redesigned. All of the rooms offer a view of downtown Austin and Hill Country. Guests have their choice of King or Double Grand beds and each room also offers a flat screen TV / iHome Stereo and Deluxe bath with Portico products. The Hyatt’s also got you covered with the basics; like ironing board, coffee maker and all the usual features that are offered in a modern hotel room. This Hyatt offers its guests Full service business center, Hyatt Fast Board / PDA Check-in, knowledgeable concierge and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
The Hyatt’s location is a dream for the fitness minded. The lake locale offers the chance to walk; bike or even paddle and canoe around the trail or you can relax by the hotel’s seasonal pool with sundeck. You can also stay in shape at the Hyatt’s 24 hour StayFitTM fitness center and “Namaste” away with yoga classes. You will need somewhere to burn off the calories once you take advantage of the hotel’s critically acclaimed dining. The Hyatt Regency Austin is the home of SWB – Southwest Bistro which offers a sophisticated and contemporary décor with glass walls that overlook the spectacular Austin skyline. The hotel is also just minutes away from many other great bars and restaurants in the downtown area. Feel like staying in? In-room dining is also available to guests.
The Hyatt Regency Austin’s scenic and convenient location is the perfect choice for visitors to the great city of Austin. Use EscapeWizard.com to book your next trip to the ‘Live Music Capital of the World.’ You will not be disappointed, just click on this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).