moving to austin

dorkusmalorkus
dorkusmalorkus Posts: 61
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so by the end of the year, my husband and i will be moving to austin texas!! yyaaaaaayyyy!!!!! we visited for a day (though not near enough time to see everything) and freaking love it!!!! so who lives there or near there that can tell me a bit about it? id like to get to know some of you guys!

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  • sofitheteacup
    sofitheteacup Posts: 396 Member
    I live in San Antonio, about an hour away from Austin and go there every so often. Where are you moving from and what are you most looking forward to about the move?
  • Superdave24
    Superdave24 Posts: 158 Member
    I'm from San Antonio and have also lived in Austin. It is a blast. Where are you moving from?
  • dwh77tx
    dwh77tx Posts: 513 Member
    We almost moved there- we were looking at Steiner Ranch. I know that's a pretty cookie cutter development but it was pretty. My hubby works in Austin but we live in Houston. Where will you be living?
  • MamaOfThree88
    MamaOfThree88 Posts: 54 Member
    Hi there! I live in Austin and it is great! We actually live right on the NE side our in Manor, which is just 5 minutes down the road from the Austin city limits, but lived in Austin before moving out here to the country. It is such a wonderful city. So much to do for family and even for the single life. I have two children and there are so many events and activities to do with them. Lots of dining, unique movie theatres, nightlife activity.. and don't let me forget to tell you about the town lake! Perfect area to walk, job, take a stroll, take your pup.. ANYTHING!

    I would recommend south, north, northwest and central. Central ATX is very health oriented. Lots of bikers, Sprouts and Whole Foods and Central Market.. things like that. Do NOT, I recommend, living on the east side even if it seems affordable. Terrible area.

    You can also visit the "suburbs" like Pflugerville, Round Rock, Cedar Park. Those areas are great.

    Feel free to add me and I can give you some more info!
  • dorkusmalorkus
    dorkusmalorkus Posts: 61
    were moving from lancaster ohio. i wont be offended if you havent heard of the place. im most excited about getting to know a different area. experiencing new things! i dunno...not being in ohio and dealing with ice storms. how long have you guys lived in texas?
  • dorkusmalorkus
    dorkusmalorkus Posts: 61
    we have family that lives in houston (where we stayed a week) i couldnt imagine the commute! but houstons a nice area too..from what ive seen!
  • Trent1612000
    Trent1612000 Posts: 57 Member
    I was born and raised in Austin! My family and I still live here in South Austin. There are a ton of things to do year round and the climate, hill country, and lakes make it easier to get out doors for activities.:happy:
  • caseyg9888
    caseyg9888 Posts: 36
    I would eat at Freebirds for breakfast, lunch, and dinner if I lived in Austin. It is an amazing town!
  • __RANDY__
    __RANDY__ Posts: 1,036 Member
    Best city in the world
  • kcoftx
    kcoftx Posts: 765 Member
    Eat at Chuy's!
    Play Laser Tag at Austin Park and Pizza.
  • dorkusmalorkus
    dorkusmalorkus Posts: 61
    you guys are so friendly and helpful!! thank you so much!!
  • jw17695
    jw17695 Posts: 438 Member
    I'm actually from the Dallas/Ft Worth area but we travel to Austin often for the weekend. I love it down there. If my company still has an opening by May when our lease is up, I will be there too.
  • concordancia
    concordancia Posts: 5,320 Member
    I am from Amish country, as well and currently live in Austin.

    There are a million active things to do outdoors, and even if you prefer indoors, you can probably find it. Any kind of dancing you can dream of...not just two step, but you must give that a try.

    My only issue is I have to be careful in the summer - lots of sunscreen and the biggest challenge has been finding sugar free electrolyte replacements. Water just isn't enough for how much I sweat!

    Add me if you like and I can give you tons of ideas.

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