Take a look at some of Austin's best day or weekend getaways. The end of summer doesn't have to mean the end of exciting adventures.

Austin

The 6 Best Day Trips From Austin

Explore the great state of Texas in 2016, and make sure these cities and towns are on your roadtrip map.

Texas

10 Cities And Towns In Texas You Must Visit

We profile 10 of Texas’ most charming and beautiful locations that showcase the natural beauty and rich history of this state.

The 10 Most Beautiful Towns in Texas

Take a break from Houston and explore these cities one weekend at a time.

Houston

10 Weekend Getaways From Houston

Austin’s museums celebrate both the natural beauty of Texas and its vibrant history.

The Best Museums in Austin, Texas

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Despite being the fastest-growing city in the US, the Texas state capital has managed to preserve its offbeat spirit and live up to its “Keep Austin Weird” motto. With a vibrant creative community, flourishing independent businesses, underground venues and a thriving live music scene, the city has plenty to keep visitors happy and Austinites proud.

Austin’s musical heritage can be felt – and heard – on every corner, with venues ranging from two-stepping honky-tonks and rowdy rock’n’roll bars to jazz clubs and concert halls. The “Live Music Capital of the World” is gaining a reputation as one of America’s top foodie cities, too, not only for its world-famous barbecue but also inventive Mexican fare, top-notch sushi and a brunch scene to rival the Big Apple’s. Pair your meal with a beer from the new crop of craft breweries and you’ll be ready for a night out in one of America’s greatest party towns.

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No matter when you choose to visit, Austin’s cultural calendar is always brimming. The city hosts major events year-round, including the US Grand Prix, South by Southwest and Austin City Limits Music Festival. Its many entertainment districts mean there’s always something fun to do, whether you’re learning the cotton-eyed joe at legendary Texan dance hall Broken Spoke or playing chicken shit bingo (yep, you read that right) at the Little Longhorn Saloon. 

Austin’s urban liveliness extends to its natural environment. Outdoor spaces buzz with activity, with Zilker Park offering volleyball, golf and even swimming at Barton Springs Pool. Architectural highlights include the sunset-red granite Texas State Capitol building, the fairytale-esque Bloom House and the opulent Driskill Hotel.

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The best rooftop swimming pools in Hong Kong are often on top of skyscrapers, giving you the feeling you are swimming on top of the world.

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China

7 Best Rooftop Swimming Pools in Hong Kong

Nature and cities collide in the history-rich coastal Chinese province, Zhejiang.

Spotlight on a Chinese Province: Zhejiang

Find out why the Chinese city of Dongguan has been nicknamed "the Eastern Amsterdam" and the initiatives being taken to reverse its reputation.

Why This Chinese City Has Been Nicknamed “The Eastern Amsterdam”

Polish is regarded as one of the world’s most difficult languages to learn. Make a start with our selection of the funniest Polish idioms.

An Introduction To The Polish Language In 7 Idioms

Discover all the festivals that you can enjoy in Beijing throughout the year, with each occasion reflecting the city’s rich history and culture.

A Year in Beijing in 16 Festivals

These are the places that you need to visit at least once in Beijing if you are a history buff.

Beijing

8 Historical Landmarks to See in Beijing

The popularity of consoles was just beginning to surge when the Chinese Ministry of Culture slapped a ban on them in 2000. Fifteen years later, the ban has been lifted and console giants scramble to get a chance at the market.

A History Of Video Gaming In China

Shenzhen has plenty going on but get out of the city and visit one of these alternative cities and towns to visit on a day trip out of Shenzhen

Shenzhen

The Best Day Trips from Shenzhen

Learn how Taiwanese celebrate double tenth day and join in the festivities to feel like a real local.

How to Celebrate Double Tenth Day like a Taiwanese Local

Looking for a place to stay in Guangzhou? Read our article on the 10 best boutique hotels to find out which is the best for you!

Guangzhou

The 10 Best Boutique Hotels In Guangzhou

Carrying over 50,000 passengers per day, the Star Ferry is an important part of the commuter system in Hong Kong.

The History Of The Star Ferry, Hong Kong In 1 Minute

Discover 10 reasons why you should visit Macau and why it's one of Asia's most intriguing destinations. Macau is more than the world's gaming capital.

Macau

10 Reasons Macau Should Be Your Next Destination in Asia

Check out our picks of Macau's five most talked-about hotels.

5 Hotels in Macau You'll Be Talking About Forever

One of the remotest places on the Earth, Tibet is also one of the most worthy to visit.

Spotlight on Tibet

This tech hub neighbourhood in Beijing is known as China’s Silicon Valley. See Culture Trip’s round-up of what to see and do in Zhongguancun.

The Best Things To Do in Zhongguancun, Beijing

Every year, you're able to visit Austin's weirdest homes on tour. From temples to art domes, take a tour of Austin's weirdest, most whimsical and wonderful homes.

A Visual Tour of Austin's Weirdest Homes

From celebrating Eeyore's birthday to playing Chicken Shit Bingo, discover a few of the traditions that are keeping Austin weird.

10 Traditions That Keep Austin Weird

The Full Moon Party at Austin's Barton Springs has become a local tradition; it started as a potluck picnic and now features hundreds of revelers howling at the moon in their swimsuits.

In Austin, Barton Springs Transforms Under the Full Moon

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