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LOCAL HOTSPOTS

Spa days at
Lakeway
Resort and
wine tastings
at Flat Creek
Estate keep
the winter
blahs away
from the Lake
Travis area.

Winter Fun

Enjoy some thrills to beat winter’s chill

Known for its watersports and swimming, Lake Travis epit-
omizes summertime in West Austin. While summer is still
officially a few months away, the lake and surrounding area
offer a host of opportunities to enjoy the time until the
blazing-hot sun and cool water beckon.
“With gorgeous weather year-round in Lake Travis, even
the ‘winter’ months are a great time to enjoy this beautiful
area,” says Laura Mitchell, president of the Lake Travis
Chamber of Commerce. “We look forward to welcoming
you any time of year”
Treat Your Dry Winter Skin
The Spa at Lakeway Resort offers prime pampering time all
year long. Get a massage to ease any linger holiday tension, or THE SPA AT LAKEWAY RESORT PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LAKEWAY RESORT AND SPA; FLAT CREEK ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY BY PEARY PHOTOGRAPHY
have your skin scrubbed until it sparkles. Spa guests can also
use the resort’s dry sauna facilities to soak in some warmth
and get in some quiet time. You can extend the luxury and
relaxation found at The Spa on the shores of Lake Travis by
booking an overnight stay at the resort.

Fight Hibernation Hunger
The Lake Travis area boasts ample dining options, with at
least 60 restaurants and several on the water. Consider having
a few drinks and watching the sun set from the open patio
at The Oasis at Lake Travis. Even if the night is chilly, rest
assured that The Oasis will have heat lamps aplenty keep-
ing patrons toasty warm, as do many of the area’s other
popular patio destinations.
If dining outdoors during the first few months of the

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