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Austin Hotels and Traveler's Guide
Welcome to Austin, the hip state capital of Texas. Austin is a city of character and soul, known for its quirky people and vibrant art scene. This is a casual city rarely requires shirt and tie. In fact, one of their past mayoral candidates campaigned in drag. The University of Texas goes a long way in attracting young people to this unique metro region. The other reason for young crowd is Austin's music scene. If you want to see a band live, they'll eventually be touring here. If you want to see bluegrass, jazz, punk or anything in between, it's here. You'll find great music, an exciting nightlife, and all sorts of things to do.
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While you're in town, be sure to have some classic Texan barbeque and some authentic Tex-Mex. One of your first stops in this department should be Stubbs B-B-Q. After dinner, no trip to Austin would be complete without live music at the Continental Club. Or, you can get a feel of the Austin of old at the Dry Creek Saloon, which is still a favorite local hangout. During the day, you can a better idea of the city's history by dropping by the state capitol building or visiting Lyndon Johnson's Presidential Library. If you'd rather get some exercise, take a hike or bike ride along the Colorado River at Ziker Park. A trip to Austin on business may bring you out to the Dell headquarters, which is located right nearby in Round Rock.
The real attraction of Austin is the whole atmosphere and life of this young, exciting city. Sit back and enjoy this laidback and unique city. And you just can't leave Texas without your very own pair of cowboy boots. Don't worry. Austin has lots of boot stores!
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