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Austin surrounded by rolling hills and by cool springs, is still very much a town whose roots are buried in the past. The city gained a music reputation by hosting the annual South by Southwest conference. The most charming features of the local scene are the wide range of good sounds to be found at unexpected, completely original places: barbecue joints, Mexican restaurants, converted gas stations. Austin's heart is green. It has a vast municipal system of parks and preserves, and a bustling hike-and-bike trail near Town Lake
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 Capital Metro, has more than 50 bus lines and fares are low to nonexistent. Free trolley rides run to the historical areas. Many city streets have separate bicycle lanes, and lots of scenic areas have been set aside for hiking and biking. Bus, taxi, and car rental/van systems are available.
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Austin-Bergstrom International is 8 miles from Austin on the site of the former Bergstrom Air Force Base. Serviced by some domestic and international airlines Metro Bus provides daily bus service to several major stops where you can transfer to any one of the 60 other bus routes that cover the surrounding areas. Taxis and car rental is also available.
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