8 Things Everyone In Austin Should Avoid At All Costs
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Elisa Regulski
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Life in Austin is full of art and excitement, but sometimes little things can get in the way. Don’t get bogged down by small annoyances. It’s easy to dodge the city’s less-than-pleasant aspects. These are eight things that everyone in Austin should avoid at all costs.
Rush hour can spring up at almost any moment. Don't be surprised to find a Sunday morning pileup between Oltorf and Holly Street. On second thought, maybe its best to avoid the entire highway at all costs.
Don't forget to tip the musicians! Let's keep Austin the Live Music Capitol of the World.
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Unless you want to start a fight, don't sport Aggie colors during a Longhorn football game.
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Don't be tempted by the lake's gorgeous beauty. Swimming in the Colorado River is illegal. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy the views, though! You should definitely get out there and experience the lake via riverboat, kayak, or paddle board.
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If you get to Franklin after 11:00, there's a good chance this iconic barbecue joint will run out of brisket by the time you reach the front. Avoid this mistake. If you really want to devour this delightfully delicious meat, get there early or order in advance.
When you live in a city as amazing as Austin it's easy to want to keep it to yourself, but Austin's residents are what make this place so exciting!
Of course, Austinites don't make this task easy. We like to adjust the way typical street names are pronounced. If you're caught calling The Drag "Guadalupe," however, people might mistake you for a tourist.
Technically, artists need permission to paint here, but that rule mostly lives in the honor system. A good rule of thumb: if you can't paint anything better over it, leave the art alone.
What are some things you would add to this list?
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