Lake Travis

7 Signs You Might Be From Hudson Bend

Written by Mandy Spivey | June 23, 2016

Every neighborhood has its certain flair or personality, especially Lake Travis area community, Hudson Bend.

Settled in the early 1850s by Wiley Hudson and his family from Arkansas, the area was initially used for farming and agriculture. This was up until the 1940s when Marshall Ford Dam was built, now Mansfield Dam. Close to half of Hudson Bend’s land was flooded when Lake Travis was created, and the area slowly changed from agricultural to residential. The faces of Hudson Bend were changing.

Now over 2,300 people call it home, from retirees to Austin commuters. It’s got it’s special kind of style, with houses of all styles and many different types of businesses have made their headquarters here. If you’ve been around one of the many marinas on Hudson Bend on the weekend or if you’ve been to the area for dinner, maybe you’ve experienced it yourself.

Whether you’re on a mission to find the best place to launch your boat or want a great place to stop and enjoy near Lake Travis, Hudson Bend has what you need. Catch a sunset and a round of mini golf or two, or just grab a beer at nearby Infamous Brewing Company to get an idea of that Hudson Bend spirit. Before you know it, you’ll be feeling like a local.

And from a Hudson Bend local who has been around the block to absorb some of its unique flavor, here it is, the 7 Signs You Might Be from Hudson Bend:

Lake Travis Lifestyle Father’s Day Giveaway with Bee Cave Vision Center

Written by Cathy Hale | June 8, 2016

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we thought it would be especially cool to offer our fellow lake lovers the chance to win a prize every Lake Travisite would love. Bee Cave Vision Center (BCVC) is partnering with us to give away a pair of Costa sunglasses valued at $267 retail!

The timing is perfect, so if you win you can pick out a pair your sporty dad will love. Although when you see these glasses in person, you may just want to treat yourself.

What makes Costa shades special? They are famous for revealing colors on land or water that you’ve never seen before because of their patented lens technology that goes beyond UV protection and polarization.

Lake Travis Water Usage: We Have Issues …

Written by Marjorie Vesper | May 31, 2016

There’s been a lot of hubbub lately in my neighborhood on the good ol’ fashioned use of sprinklers in a time when, frankly, we Lake Travis locals have seen a veritable poop-ton of rain.

You know the scene — you’re driving or rather floating down the street on your merry little way to H-E-B, waves of water slamming down on your windshield with tsunami force, when you see it. Sprinklers running full blast in the HOA common areas.

Your eye gets that funny little twitch of agitation which over time will result in a crease no amount of Botox can heal. This kind of waste really gets to you, and pounding fist on steering wheel you vow to raise a stink at the next board meeting darn it all.

But your annoyance over such an environmental (and monetary) slap in the face, grows to sheer panic as you realize that your very own sprinklers are likely going off. Right now.

How To Stay Productive While Working From Home

Written by Todd Hower | May 26, 2016

Do you work from home?

From companies offering work-from-home arrangements to owning your own business, a growing number of Americans are working from home.

Studies show that Both Employers and Employees Benefit from working at home.

One of the top reasons employees want to work from home is to avoid commuting. That’s not surprising considering the amount of time you would save NOT sitting in Lake Travis area traffic.

But be careful not to lose track of your boundaries. Having the freedom to run errands or do projects around your home is very tempting. How do you make working from home a success for your business and career?

Here are 4 quick tips to help you stay productive in the home office.

The Oasis: Lake Travis Sunsets For 34 Years and Counting

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 25, 2016

Where’s your favorite spot to watch a Lake Travis sunset?

Ask anyone you know in the Lake Travis area and you’ll likely hear a recurring answer. The Oasis — The Sunset Capital of Texas — owns that title with an awe-inspiring backdrop and sunsets over the main body of Lake Travis.

The restaurant is a Lake Travis favorite, serving locals and out-of-towners who want a lingering look at those famous Lake Travis waters. Over three decades has made The Oasis and its surrounding mini-town a veritable institution for the greater Austin area, bringing in crowds for lunch, dinner, drinks, and Lake Travis sunsets.

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