The next time somebody tells you to “take a walk,” take them up on it. In fact, take them up on it every day and make walking for exercise a daily routine. Hitting the spin bike or going out for a run is a great way to get in some cardio, but even a brisk…
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If it’s a scare that you seek, you don’t have to look far to find an event that will make you shriek in the Texas Hill Country. There’s plenty of spooky fun happening this season right here in Dripping Springs and the greater Austin area. From ghostly chills to ravenous beasts and an extravaganza…
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It’s no secret that the Texas Hill Country has one of the most active brewery and winery cultures in the United States. In fact, there are nearly 60 breweries, more than 50 wineries, and 18 working distilleries – all within about an hour of the Austin area! Needless to say, visiting all of them…
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There’s no shortage of sunny days during the summer months in Texas, but let’s face it, forgoing the comfort of air conditioning when temps are pushing the upper 90s doesn’t make for an enjoyable meal. Fall on the other hand, when temperatures are more moderate, dare we say even cool, is the ideal weather for…
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Halloween and candy might dominate the later part of October, but the early part of the month (and a good chunk of September) belongs to beer. More specifically Oktoberfest-style celebrations of beer. With Central Texas being one of the premier sites of crafter brewing in the United States, it should come as no surprise…
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As every Texan knows, there is a lot more to the Lone Star state than cowboy hats and saddles. That’s not to say that the Texas of today doesn’t still embrace its heritage when it comes to roping and riding. Texas has some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the United States, and there’s…
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Here’s a little factoid that might come as a surprise to local craft beer fans. Hops – those greenish yellow pods essential for making beer – don’t grow in Texas. That’s right, your favorite local beer has some out-of-state flavor in it. While there are some greenhouses around the Hill Country attempting to grow hops…
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Even though fall doesn’t technically begin until September 22nd, you may be one of those people who are counting down the days until the PSL returns to the coffee shop menus, your home is already full of fall decor, and your sweaters and boots have made an appearance or two, even in the heat. For…
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The Science Mill is so much more than a science museum. The interactive and hands-on museum is, without a doubt, one of the coolest places in the Hill Country. From its historical background to its exhibits highlighting modern innovations of the future, here’s everything you need to know about this must-visit destination. An…
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We’ve touched on the Dripping Springs wedding scene before. Lest you forget, Dripping Springs is the official wedding capital of Texas. With no shortage of perfect wedding venues in the area, from rustic farmhouses to luxury venues, choosing the perfect location for a wedding is no small task. And when a couple does finally…
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