{"id":4418,"date":"2026-03-17T10:22:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T16:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/details\/?p=4418"},"modified":"2026-03-17T10:22:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T16:22:25","slug":"the-lake-travis-playbook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/details\/places\/the-lake-travis-playbook\/","title":{"rendered":"The Lake Travis Playbook"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-smarter-way-to-spend-a-long-weekend-at-lake-travis-this-is-hill-country-handled\"><strong>A smarter way to spend a long weekend at Lake Travis<\/strong> \u2014 this is Hill Country, handled.<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>Just outside <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/austin-texas\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/austin-texas\/\">Austin<\/a>, where the Texas Hill Country begins to roll into limestone cliffs and wide water views, Lake Travis has long been a favorite escape for Texans who know how to do a weekend properly. The lake itself was created in 1942 as part of the Highland Lakes chain, but over the years it has become something else entirely\u2014a place where boating days stretch into sunset dinners and the pace of Austin softens into something slower.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, Inspirato is introducing three new homes in the area\u2014each designed for long weekends, family gatherings, and the kind of easy lake living that makes Hill Country such a reliable retreat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-599822114-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-599822114-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-599822114-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-599822114-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-599822114-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-599822114-2048x1356.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-on-the-water\">On the <em>water<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Life here tends to orbit the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start the morning with coffee on your deck before heading out for a day on the water\u2014wake surfing, paddleboarding, or cruising past the pale limestone cliffs that define this stretch of the Colorado River. Locals often point boats toward Devil\u2019s Cove, a well-known gathering spot where swimmers float in the clear water and afternoons unfold without much urgency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a little more adrenaline, <a href=\"https:\/\/ziplaketravis.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/ziplaketravis.com\/\">Lake Travis Zipline Adventures<\/a> offers sweeping views across the lake, while nearby Pace Bend Park provides miles of shoreline where the cliffs drop sharply into deep blue water\u2014a favorite place for sunset swims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"4438\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/carlos-delgado-iii-YgnMJDFoWiw-unsplash-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/carlos-delgado-iii-YgnMJDFoWiw-unsplash-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/carlos-delgado-iii-YgnMJDFoWiw-unsplash-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/carlos-delgado-iii-YgnMJDFoWiw-unsplash-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/carlos-delgado-iii-YgnMJDFoWiw-unsplash-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/carlos-delgado-iii-YgnMJDFoWiw-unsplash-2-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/carlos-delgado-iii-YgnMJDFoWiw-unsplash-2-scaled.jpg 1706w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"837\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"4436\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pexels-joao-aldeia-1232168247-22882304-1-837x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pexels-joao-aldeia-1232168247-22882304-1-837x1024.jpg 837w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pexels-joao-aldeia-1232168247-22882304-1-245x300.jpg 245w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pexels-joao-aldeia-1232168247-22882304-1-768x939.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pexels-joao-aldeia-1232168247-22882304-1-1256x1536.jpg 1256w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pexels-joao-aldeia-1232168247-22882304-1-1674x2048.jpg 1674w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 837px) 100vw, 837px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wineries-views-and-open-roads\">Wineries, views, and <em>open roads<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Texas Hill Country may surprise first-time visitors with its wine scene. In fact, the region is now the second-largest wine-producing area in the United States, and the vineyards scattered across the hills make for an easy afternoon drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fcv.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/fcv.com\/\">Fall Creek Vineyards<\/a>, founded in 1975, helped pioneer Texas winemaking and still pours classic varietals with sweeping Hill Country views. A bit farther out, <a href=\"https:\/\/williamchriswines.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/williamchriswines.com\/\">William Chris Vineyards<\/a> has built a reputation for producing some of the state\u2019s most respected bottles, particularly from Texas-grown grapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other nearby stops worth adding to the itinerary include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.texaswinecollective.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.texaswinecollective.com\/\">Texas Wine Collective<\/a>, where several Hill Country winemakers collaborate under one roof, <a href=\"https:\/\/rhinory.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/rhinory.com\/\">Rhinory<\/a>\u2014part winery, part wildlife sanctuary\u2014and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulilimestone.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.bulilimestone.com\/\">Buli Limestone<\/a>, a small producer known for relaxed tastings and sweeping vineyard views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most tasting rooms here favor shaded patios and long conversations\u2014no rush required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4426\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1002673938-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1002673938-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1002673938-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1002673938-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1002673938-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1002673938-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"4428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Austin-Lake-Travis_Dest_veer_AYP1352123-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Austin-Lake-Travis_Dest_veer_AYP1352123-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Austin-Lake-Travis_Dest_veer_AYP1352123-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Austin-Lake-Travis_Dest_veer_AYP1352123-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Austin-Lake-Travis_Dest_veer_AYP1352123-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Austin-Lake-Travis_Dest_veer_AYP1352123.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-short-drive-to-austin\">A short drive to <em>Austin<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of Lake Travis\u2019s appeal is how quickly the quiet of the hills gives way to Austin\u2019s unmistakable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend an afternoon wandering South Congress Avenue, where independent shops, vintage stores, and caf\u00e9s keep the street lively. When evening arrives, the city leans into its \u201cLive Music Capital of the World\u201d reputation. <a href=\"https:\/\/continentalclub.com\/#intro\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/continentalclub.com\/#intro\">The Continental Club<\/a>, open since 1955, remains one of Austin\u2019s most respected venues for everything from blues to rock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you want a taste of old Texas dancehall culture, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brokenspokeaustintx.net\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.brokenspokeaustintx.net\/\">Broken Spoke<\/a> has been hosting two-step lessons and honky-tonk bands since 1964.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to dining, Austin rewards curiosity. Start with modern small plates at <a href=\"https:\/\/swiftsattic.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/swiftsattic.com\/\">Swift\u2019s Attic<\/a> downtown, classic Shanghai-style soup dumplings at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wuchowaustin.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.wuchowaustin.com\/\">Wu Chow<\/a>, or a famously satisfying breakfast at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatpaperboy.com\/east-11th\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.eatpaperboy.com\/east-11th\">Paperboy<\/a>\u2014an Austin favorite known for its hearty morning plates and easy neighborhood atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1461654663-1024x677.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1461654663-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1461654663-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1461654663-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1461654663-1536x1015.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1461654663-2048x1353.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-few-good-stops\">A few good <em>stops<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A handful of Austin classics worth knowing.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Barton Springs Pool<\/strong> \u2013 Fed by underground springs and sitting at a steady 68\u201370 degrees year-round, this swimming hole in Zilker Park has been an Austin institution for generations. On hot Texas afternoons, there may be no better place in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rainey Street<\/strong> \u2013 Once a quiet residential street of 1930s bungalows, Rainey has evolved into one of Austin\u2019s most distinctive nightlife pockets. The old houses remain, now converted into laid-back bars and patios. Start at Half Step for one of the city\u2019s best cocktails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>South Congress Avenue<\/strong> \u2013 Boot shops, vintage stores, and easy caf\u00e9s line the street locals simply call <strong>SoCo<\/strong>. It\u2019s the kind of place where you wander for an hour and somehow leave with a pair of cowboy boots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Franklin Barbecue<\/strong> \u2013 The line starts early, the brisket sells out daily, and locals still swear it\u2019s worth the wait. Arrive hungry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fredericksburg<\/strong> \u2013 Take a quick day trip to the charming and historic German settlement of Fredericksburg. Considered the gateway to Texas wine country, you can sniff, swirl, and sip at more than 30 area wineries that dot the rolling landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"4430\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-6-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-6-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-6-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-6-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-6-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-6-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Canyon House<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"4431\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Vista-Landing_Dining-Area_2-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Vista-Landing_Dining-Area_2-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Vista-Landing_Dining-Area_2-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Vista-Landing_Dining-Area_2-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Vista-Landing_Dining-Area_2-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Vista-Landing_Dining-Area_2-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vista Landing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"664\" height=\"714\" data-id=\"4433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-13-at-2.29.55-PM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-13-at-2.29.55-PM.png 664w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-13-at-2.29.55-PM-279x300.png 279w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 664px) 100vw, 664px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Creek Hollow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-you-ll-stay\">Where you\u2019ll <em>stay<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspirato Members now have three new ways to settle into Hill Country life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/lake-travis-texas\/residences\/vista-landing\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/lake-travis-texas\/residences\/vista-landing\/\">Vista Landing<\/a> | 12 occ | 5 br | 5 ba<\/strong><\/span><br><br>Vista Landing blends contemporary Hill Country style with effortless lake living. Enjoy a private pool, hot tub, barrel sauna, and expansive terraces designed for outdoor relaxation, plus open living spaces and a chef\u2019s kitchen perfect for gathering after a day on Lake Travis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/lake-travis-texas\/residences\/creek-hollow\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/lake-travis-texas\/residences\/creek-hollow\/\">Creek Hollow<\/a> 14 occ | 6 br | 6.5 ba<\/span><\/strong><br><br>Set on five private acres overlooking Lake Travis, Creek Hollow offers a secluded Hill Country retreat designed for gathering. Expansive living spaces, a pool with sunset views, and room for large groups make it an ideal home base for lake days, wine country drives, and relaxed evenings together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/lake-travis-texas\/residences\/canyon-house\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/destinations\/lake-travis-texas\/residences\/canyon-house\/\">Canyon House<\/a> 12 occ | 5 br | 5 ba<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed for play as much as relaxation, Canyon House is an entertainment-driven Hill Country retreat. A pickleball court, putting green, private theater, and spacious gathering areas create the perfect setting for family competitions, group getaways, and memorable nights near Lake Travis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-home-is-where-the-heart-is\">Home is where the <em>heart is<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>For evenings when staying in sounds better than heading out, Inspirato can also arrange private in-home chefs\u2014from Texas comfort cooking to Italian dinners. Local options include Daybreak Hospitality Chefs from Paperboy, known for their crowd-pleasing American breakfast and brunch menus, as well as Hill &amp; Vine, whose Texas comfort-style cooking is well-suited for relaxed group dinners at home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-8-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4439\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-8-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-8-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.inspirato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Inspirato_Canyon-House_Living-Room-8-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In-home massage and spa services can also be arranged, turning the homes into a full Hill Country retreat without ever leaving the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, the homes offer something Lake Travis has always done well\u2014space to gather, easy access to the water, and front-row seats to those long Texas sunsets that seem to stretch just a little longer over the hills.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A smarter way to spend a long weekend at Lake Travis \u2014 this is Hill Country, handled. Just outside Austin, where the Texas Hill Country begins to roll into limestone cliffs and wide water views, Lake Travis has long been a favorite escape for Texans who know how to do a weekend properly. 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