With its irresistible combination of stunning lake vistas, evergreen rolling hills, outdoor recreation opportunities and close proximity to Austin's hot urban center, the Lake Travis area is drawing in people from all over the world to enjoy an incomparable way of life. The area, comprised of the city of Bee Cave, the Village of Briarcliff, the Village of the Hills,the city of Lakeway, Apache Shores, Comanche Trail, Hudson Bend, and Spicewood, offers the best of both worlds:  the charm of small town living and access to all the major amenities of urban living.

 A huge development boom, fueled by the influx of residents eager to enjoy a hip community among a verdant landscape, has resulted in thousands of new homes and eclectic shopping, dining and outdoor recreation.

  Epitomizing this development is the Hill Country Galleria, a 1.3-million-square-foot lifestyle center situated on 152 acres that represents an evolving way of life. With its blend of residential, retail and office space, it seeks to meet and exceed the desires of Austin’s growing metropolis. Best of all, it is doing it in a way that embraces and protects the natural beauty of its surroundings. The parks, outdoor amphitheatres and hike-and-bike trails that surround the development encourage residents and visitors to enjoy the nature pressure cloaked with wildflowers, native trees and rocky streams.

Of course, the chief attraction to the area is beautiful Lake Travis with its countless adventures for outdoor enthusiasts, not to mention some of the prettiest sunsets this side of the Brazos. Offering remarkably clear waters and more than 270 miles of shoreline, Lake Travis is an ideal retreat for boating, windsurfing, scuba diving, camping, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, picnicking, swimming and sunbathing.

 Numerous marinas with covered docks, open slips and boat and trailer storage facilities make the lake a boat owner’s dream, and there are countless rental dealers to add excitement to the day. Whether you are looking for water skis, jet skis, a pontoon boat, or a party boat, Lake Travis vendors will provide all you need!

For more information, please contact the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce at 512.263.5833 or visit www.laketravischamber.com.