Lake Austin Spa Resort truly lives up to their tag...

Lake Austin Spa Resort truly lives up to their tagline - "The luxury of a world-class spa. The warmth of a best friend's lakehouse." I'm not your typical "spa resort guy", but I immediately felt welcomed and comfortable the minute I arrived. The staff was inviting and friendly, and I quickly forgot about any awkwardness I had anticipated.

The food is outstanding, while still maintaining a very health-conscious menu. The views are incredible, and the actual spa treatments are well-worth the trip alone. At Lake Austin, you can be as active or inactive as you choose to be.

I think what I was most fascinated with during my visit was the quiet, calm, and peacefulness. There are certainly other resorts that are as nice and friendly, but I've never been somewhere that I truly felt relaxed, unrushed, and calm. There are no children splashing in the pool and no wedding parties causing a ruckus - just peace and quiet, and that's exactly what I needed.