Austin Texas Hotels – 6 Great Hotels That Offer An Enjoyable Stay

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There are so many Austin Texas hotels to choose from that it could sometimes become a mission finding the right one.

I have discovered a few hotels in Austin that are definitely worth considering…

When looking for hotels for my family, I look for hotels that will work well for kids. A pool is a handy feature, and if it has more than a pool to keep the kids happy, even better!

It is also very helpful if the hotel is close to attractions or at least offers easy access to main roads.

Here are my favorite… 

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Austin Resort – Two of Austin’s Best

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If you’re looking for an Austin resort, there are a couple of options to consider.

Austin lies at the foothills of the Texas Hill Country, and with several lakes in the area, the rolling hills make Austin perfect for great golf courses and resorts.

I think these Austin resorts offer beautiful surroundings, a great atmosphere, and quiet relaxation that can compete with some of the best resorts out there. 

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Amarillo Texas Hotels – A Few Good Places To Stay

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If you’re going to Amarillo and you’re not staying with family, as is our case, you’re going to need a hotel. Fortunately there are several great Amarillo Texas hotels to choose from.

To our kids, a hotel with a pool is essential. Let’s face it, you’re going to get tired along the way and will want to relax at the hotel at times. Having a pool available keeps everybody happy.

It also helps to manage vacation costs if the hotel offers a fairly decent breakfast. That way, everybody is fed when you head out for the day and your first stop doesn’t always have to be a breakfast restaurant.

With that said, here are… 

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5 Fun Things To Do In Amarillo Texas To Have A Great Time

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Amarillo Texas is located in the Texas Panhandle. Like Fort Worth, Amarillo is another of the places where you can get a taste of “Old West” Texas, which my dad is a big fan of.

There are several fun things to do in Amarillo that we like. I think the canyons are simply beautiful. You can see real cowboys buying and selling cattle, just like in the old days!

The kids can also have a good time in Amarillo.

Here are some of our favorite Amarillo attractions… 

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Amarillo Restaurants – A Few Good Places To Eat

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Sooner or later during your Amarillo visit, you will get hungry! I know we do. Luckily there are several Amarillo restaurants to pick from!

When we travel with our kids, we don’t always look for fancy restaurants. I’d rather eat a little cheaper and spend more on fun.

Besides, most kids are happy with a good hamburger.

At times it is of course very nice if mom & dad can have a decent steak or pasta, etc.

So I try to pick Amarillo restaurants that give good food, but won’t break the bank. Here are our favorites… 

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South Padre Island – We Loved It!

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South Padre Island SurfingWe moved to San Antonio (with the Army) from Illinois in 2010. We had talked about going to the coast (South Padre) for a while but never did until this past weekend.

We went to South Padre Island with our 89 pound dog and we were able to get a condo right on the beach. When we opened the living room and bedroom doors, there it was.

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Kayak Tour to See the Congress Ave Bats

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Kayak Tour To See The Congress Ave Bats
Lerin and I at the Congress Ave. Bridge

Have you ever thought of taking a kayak tour to see the Congress Ave bats? This is exactly what we did… take a kayak tour on Lady Bird Lake!

We met up with Casey, our Live Love Paddle tour guide, at Joe’s Crab Shack on Riverside Drive. After a little review on how to kayak properly, he sent us off and told us he’d meet us at the bridge.

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