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10 Lodging Options in the Lake Travis Area

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Lake Austin Spa

Yes, the holidays are about family and togetherness. But sometimes, a little too much togetherness can test even the jolliest of holiday spirits. We understand that you love your extended family, but there are only so many air mattresses and hide-a-bed sofas one home can comfortably handle before the “togetherness” starts to lose its charm….

Fortunately, there are several lodging options in the Lake Travis area. There’s something for every budget and tastes, so you can make helpful suggestions and be the holiday hero once again. Or, after the relatives leave, you may be in the mood for a relaxing staycation of your own. You deserve it!

Whatever your needs, here is a list of 10 lodging options in the Lake Travis area. The list includes hotels, bed & breakfasts and high end resorts, so there’s bound to be something for everyone.

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Lake Travis Area Neighborhood Guide: Falconhead

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Sitting in the West Hills of Austin between Bee Cave and Lakeway is another one of the top master-planned communities in the Lake Travis area known as Falconhead. Residents also know the neighborhood as Spillman Ranch, but you might recognize the name from the Falconhead Golf Course, expertly designed by PGA Tour Design Architects and one of the top courses in Austin.

Families looking for that special mix of adventure, community and the views of the Texas Hill Country will find Falconhead the perfect choice to settle down. With close proximity to Lake Travis, the Texas Hill Country and Lake Travis ISD schools, picturesque greenbelts and nature trails, you might move here and never want to leave.

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Your Guide to Lake Travis Area Medical Care

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Lakeway Regional Medical Center

Medical emergencies are never fun. I should know; when I had a fever that struck in the middle of the night and couldn’t stand up because of the intense stomach pains, I knew I couldn’t rely on good old fashioned taking ‘er easy and sleeping on the couch to pull me through.

Since I am relatively new to the area as well, I was up for the extra task of figuring out where to head for emergency treatment, and to my surprise, I had a few options. The Lake Travis area is home to several urgent and primary care centers, along with a full-service hospital that opened in April 2012.

Do you know which facilities are open and closest to you? Never fear, as we break down the Lake Travis area medical care centers to help guide you in the right direction.

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Yes or No to Car Dealerships in Lakeway?

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Keep Lakeway Beautiful

Lakeway City Council is considering a zoning amendment for C-4 zoning that will allow auto dealerships in the city limits. During the last meeting held on October 2nd, the Zoning and Planning Commission recommended approval of the amendment by a vote of 4-3. Of the fourteen people that spoke during the public hearing, eight were in favor of the amendment and six were opposed.

This is likely to be a close call, so be sure to show up at the Lakeway City Council meeting tonight at 6:30 pm to voice your opinion.

If you’re not familiar with the zoning amendment, you can see the full Staff Report here and read an overview of the proposed amendment, the draft amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, information provided by the North Lakeway Village Committee, and a concerns list.

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To Do This Weekend

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September 2013 Calendar

What’s shaking this weekend in the Lake Travis area? If we’re to believe The Weather Channel, it’s a weekend filled with temperatures in the 90’s and a very little chance of rain. Let’s get out there and do a rain dance to get these lakes filled up!

And here are a few other things you can do.

Friday

Parent’s Night Out this Friday 9/6 (7-11p) at the Hoppin’ House in Lakeway. Drop off your kids for a night of jumping and a movie. Kids will jump until 9p and then watch a movie from 9:15-11p. Popcorn and water is provided. Don’t forget to send your child with a pillow and blanket. Call 263-0060 with questions or to make your reservation.

The Hoppin’ House in Lakeway is located at 2105 Ranch Road 620 South, suite 201, Lakeway, TX. 78734 (map).

Saturday

4th Annual Public Safety Day – The parking lot of the Lake Travis Elementary School will be packed full of helicopters, police cars and motorcycles, SWAT trucks, ambulances, fire trucks and more. Live music from local bands can be heard throughout the day. Vendors from around the Lake Travis area will be on site to offer food, drinks and more. There will be a kids fun zone and a free vision screening for children by the Central Texas Lions Kid Sight Vision Foundation.

This event goes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s located at the Lake Travis Elementary School, 607 Ranch Road 620 N., Lakeway, TX 78734 (map). Admission and parking is free.

Hill Country Galleria – The Saturday Night Concert Series kicks off this Saturday at 7pm with Ghosts Along the Brazos! All concerts are free and broadcast by KDRP Community Radio.

Steiner Ranch Movies in the Park – The last movie of the 2013 season “The Incredibles” is this Saturday at Bella Mar in Steiner Ranch. The movie starts at 8:30p. There will be snacks and drinks available for purchase and you can register to win a free iPad!

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