Archives for June 2014

Otto's Hawaiian Shave Ice: Sno Cones in Lake Travis

Written by Mandy Spivey | June 23, 2014

In Texas, the seasonal lines can get blurred and 100-degree days start early. But you don’t have to crack an egg on the sidewalk to know that it’s officially summertime — just look for the open sign at Otto’s Hawaiian Shave Ice.

In the Lake Travis area, there is only one true Hawaiian shave ice stand and it is Otto’s.

Open from noon until dark, Otto’s serves the finest in Hawaiian shave ice, tall piles of finely-shaved ice that hold the sweet syrup so famous during summer months. With dozens upon dozens of flavor combinations, including Mai Tai, Ocean Pacific, Silverfox and Peach Razzmatazz, there is a taste for everyone.

Lake Travis Summer: Free Activities for Kids

Written by Emily O'Shaughnessy | June 20, 2014

Summer! It’s the end of the second week for most of us in the Lake Travis area.

Any parents ready for school to start again?

Just kidding.

Sort of.

Even with planned family vacations, VBS and summer camps, many parents (especially those of young kids) find themselves struggling to fill the long days of summer without breaking the bank. After all, summer is a marathon, not a sprint. It takes planning, endurance and a support system to come out on top.

Lake Travis Beer Tour: A Guide to Craft Breweries

Written by Mandy Spivey | June 19, 2014

Over the past couple of months, Lake Travis Lifestyle has covered many of the craft breweries that have been sprouting up around the lake area in recent years.

If you visited a tasting or taproom, perhaps you have given a few brews a try and even have a favorite. From Session Beers to Farmhouse Ales, from Hybrid Ales to Seasonal Stouts, Texans truly have their pick of brews to be had, especially if you call the Lake Travis area your home.

So we compiled the breweries and some brief history all in one place, focusing on Lake Travis and Texas Hill Country breweries exclusively. Hit the road on a mission to experience these Texas Craft Brewers firsthand.

Enjoy your Lake Travis Beer Tour!

Selma Hughes Park: Relax on Lake Austin

Written by Todd Hower | June 18, 2014

Drive through the Steiner Ranch community and just about 5 miles down Quinlan Park Road. But before you drive into Lake Austin at Mary Quinlan Park, you’ll want to take a left on Selma Hughes Road.

As you wind around and down towards the shoreline of Lake Austin the first thing you’ll see is a parking lot that may be home to one of the last payphones in the Lake Travis area … and a sign of when the park was last updated (maybe all Travis County Parks have payphones).

Not to worry, this park is not one to visit for modern-day conveniences. It’s a chance to get away and relax along the shores of beautiful Lake Austin. Drive past the upper parking lot to the lower lot that opens up to views of the lake. You don’t even have to get out of your car if you just want to grab a lunch break and an afternoon siesta in your car seat.

Dog Boarding in Lake Travis: Pampered Pets

Written by Cathy Hale | June 17, 2014

You’ve booked your flights, you snagged the awesome hotel deal, the bathing suits are packed, the bottles of sunscreen are ready to go. You are officially ready to relax and have some fun. The only problem is your 4-legged family member can’t go.

Have no fear, dog lovers! Lake Travis has some of the finest dog boarding facilities in town, perfect for your pampered pet. Today’s kennels are all about canine resort-style fun. Woof!

Archives for June 2014

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