Austin Expert Travel Guides

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Tips for senior travelers

by Frommers Travel Guides

The Old Bakery and Emporium, 1006 Congress Ave. (tel. 512/477-5961; www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/bakery1.htm), not only sells crafts and baked goods made by senior citizens, but also serves as a volunteer center for people over 50. It's a good p... Continue reading »
Tips for student travelers

by Frommers Travel Guides

There are endless resources for students in this university town. Just stop by the University of Texas Student Union Building to check out the scene. Austin's oldest institution of higher learning, Huston-Tillotson College, 600 Chicon St. (te... Continue reading »
Tips for travelers with disabilities

by Frommers Travel Guides

Organizations that offer assistance to travelers with disabilities include MossRehab (www.mossresourcenet.org), the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) (tel. 800/232-5463; www.afb.org), and SATH (Society for Accessible Travel & Hospitalit... Continue reading »
Suggested itineraries

by Frommers Travel Guides

Austin isn't Venice. A trip here is more about absorbing the atmosphere of the city than it is about sight-seeing. Don't get me wrong, there are places to see, such as the State Capitol and the LBJ Library. And there are plenty of local activ... Continue reading »
In one day

by Frommers Travel Guides

In warm weather, bring your bathing suit along for this itinerary. In cold weather you might want to skip Barton Springs altogether. Between March and November, the bats will be in town. If you're here at the cusp of one of those months, call... Continue reading »
In two days

by Frommers Travel Guides

Think of this itinerary as a cultural exploration. The idea is less about accomplishing a set of tasks than it is about blending into Austin's easy-going culture. This trip should be done in midweek, otherwise you'll have to work your way thr... Continue reading »
In three days

by Frommers Travel Guides

The three towns on the following itinerary provide opportunities for any number of activities -- strolling a town square, canoeing, shopping for discounts at outlet malls, visiting a water park, and even tubing on the Guadalupe River. If tubi... Continue reading »

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