Austin

elcome to Austin, the state capitol of Texas, the Live Music Capital of the World, and so much more! Austin is home to 200 live music venues, local eateries, and eclectic shopping. As for the nightlife, there is something for everyone. Austin’s downtown is a rich mix of cultural happenings, cosmopolitan have-to-sees, and colorful holes-in-the-wall. Built up around its crown jewel, Lady Bird Lake, the city is known for its love of the great outdoors.

While the sunny weather and small-town vibe make the spirit of leisure almost palatable, there is plenty of work going on behind the scenes. According to Forbes in March of 2010, Austin (and Central Texas) tied with Washington D.C. for the “best economic recovery in the U.S.” Headquarters to technology giants such as Dell, Apple, and soon to be Facebook, the city is considered one of the high-tech centers of the world. Austin is a leader in higher education offering opportunities to attend any one of the many institutions which include the University of Texas. As rich with people as it is with resources, Austin’s residents, native and new, make a point of living up to their “Keep Austin Weird” reputation.