Author: Mandy Spivey

Mandy Spivey has been exploring the hidden treasures of Austin since 2007 when she uprooted from her home base in Dallas to pursue a degree in advertising at the University of Texas. Needless to say, she never wanted to leave. This classy lady enjoys a quiet afternoon spent crafting, loves traversing the Texas Hill Country and West Texas, likes teaching her crazy Weimaraner new tricks, and tries to have a nice latte everyday. She studies leather making on the side, proving she is indeed a true Texan. Her website is where she merges her myriad of loves into one place.

Where are the Best Places for Texas Bluebonnets?
ByMandy Spivey March 27, 2014

Springtime is a little bit like magic here in Central Texas. Starting around mid-March, Texas native plants begin their beautiful blooms…

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Real Ale Brewing Company: Some of the Best Craft Beers in Texas
ByMandy Spivey March 25, 2014

Some days you just have to feel so lucky to be living in the Lake Travis area. The Texas Hill Country,…

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Krause Springs: One of the Best Swimming Holes in Texas
ByMandy Spivey March 20, 2014September 26, 2019

It’s finally Spring in Texas, and as the weather warms up, so will the Lake Travis area swimming holes. It won’t…

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