Lake Austin Spa Resort, a relaxing retreat and Lake Austin paradise merely 35 minutes from Central Austin, was voted the Number One Destination Spa in North America the past three years in a row by Conde Nast Traveler magazine, and Top 10 Destination Spa in the World by Travel + Leisure the past two years in a row. Need to escape and rejuvenate? Book a Swedish massage for two in …
Summer Camping Near Lake Travis
Lake Travis isn’t an ordinary lake. Its smooth, stone bottom gives it an emerald sheen and keeps its temperature refreshingly cool even in the height of summer. This characteristic is also responsible for its clarity, making the areas surrounding the lake popular for scuba diving and fishing (which other lakes are far too muddled for). This summer, those seeking respite from the city needn’t drive far—myriad campgrounds are clustered around …
Luxury Cruises on Lake Travis – Exclusively Yours with a Houseboat
Imagine all the amenities of a charter cruise: days of scuba diving and nights of wine-paired dinners overlooking a sunset, crystal stemware and marble bars. Now, imagine this experience for just your family or a few close friends. Lake Travis’ river-rock bottom means clear waters, quiet coves, and dozens of waterfront restaurants with dock access—an environment that seems custom-made for luxurious vacations on yacht-style houseboats. When event planning begins with …
Tuscan Villages Expand with a New Library for Lake Travis
Lake Travis residents have their priorities straight – they understand nothing replaces the value of a good book. Last year, voters approved $1.25 million in bonds to help build a new library, which is now taking shape outside the Tuscan Villages near Lohman’s Crossing. The beautiful new facility will serve the growing number of people who have ended their Austin home search near Lakeway and Steiner Ranch and will be …
Resorts: Travaasa Style and Adventure Redefine Austin Travel!
Looking for unparalleled service, resort-style beauty, and real adventure for upcoming Austin-area travel plans? Consider Travaasa Austin! Overlooking tranquil Lake Travis and nestled against 210 acres of the Balcones Canyonlands Reserve, Travaasa is only 25 minutes from Downtown Austin. It features 70 guestrooms, a wellness spa, organic, locally-sourced cuisine, and more.
Go Local at the Lakeway Commons Farmers Market!
Do you live near Lake Travis and want fresh veggies for that seasonal holiday dish or homemade soup? Why not give the gift that keeps on giving and go local this Christmas? Head out to the Lakeway Commons Farmers Market and discover fresh fall citrus fruits and harvest items, like spinach, kale, broccoli, winter squash, carrots, beets, green beans, and cauliflower. You’ll taste the difference, with produce picked ripe and …
Lake Travis: History and Legacy
According to the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA), the lower Texas Colorado River Basin holds a long history of devastation by floodwaters. In the two decades between 1930 and 1950, six dams were authorized by the United States Department of the Interior to help handle the flooding. Lake Travis was formed by the construction of Mansfield Dam in 1936 and contracted by the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA).
The Hollows Makes Every Day a Vacation
The Hollows, a picturesque community located in Lago Vista, just thirty minutes from Northwest Austin on the north shore of Lake Travis, doubles as a peaceful retreat for home owners seeking a lake view house in the hill country and as a vacation spot for city dwellers who want an escape from the stresses of work and traffic. The 1,400 acre development encompasses over 18 miles of scenic hiking trails, …