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Dive into Summer Fun This Father’s Day at Travaasa Austin

Our 2011 Father’s Day Package was designed to give Dad the thrill of a lifetime – a skydiving adventure.  Package includes: tandem skydiving for two, Hill Country sophisticated accommodations; three authentic meals per person thoughtfully prepared by executive chef Ben Baker and his culinary team; access to on-property activities including expert-led yoga, the Prickly Pear Challenge Course, hiking, equine encounter, and more; complimentary Wi-Fi, gym featuring Life Fitness equipment; and the infinity-edge pool adjacent to The Spa at Travaasa.  We invite you to add one of our exceptional spa services to your stay. For the less adventuruous Dad and/or Mom/Son/Daughter; skydiving may be substituted with a 50-minute spa...

Win an Overnight at Travaasa Austin

Father’s Day is coming up, and what better way to say thanks to the Longhorn Dad in your life than with an autographed collection of pieces from one of UT’s great quarterbacks. Enter yourself in the sweepstakes to be entered into winning some great Colt McCoy memorabilia, perfect for any Texas or Cleveland Browns Fan out there. Our grand prize winner will also snag a night’s stay at Travaasa Austin for two, with second prize winning a spa treatment, so ladies, even more reason to enter! Dad gets a perfect Father’s Day gift, and Mom gets a piece of tranquility at Travaasa. Winners will be announced on June...

Healthy Recipe from Chef Ben: Watermelon Napoleon

What better way to kick off the summer than with some vibrant and delicious dishes to reflect the season.  Our Executive Chef at Travaasa Austin, Ben Baker, shares an original recipe incorporating fresh garden ingredients. A summertime classic, this super simple watermelon dish is the perfect way to start or end any meal. Freshly picked seedless watermelon Cashews Farm fresh blueberries Organic orange zest Spearmint Slice watermelon, remove rind and trim slices into three identical rectangles, any size will do.  Place one cup of cashews in a blender, add just enough water to cover the top of the nuts and blend until smooth and creamy.  Center one slice of watermelon in center of plate, add dollop of cashew cream, repeat with second layer and top with the...