Austin is nestled among the rolling hills and lakes of Central Texas. There are seven area universities and an entertainment complex that includes the best live music, the arts and all the fun of the great outdoors. Austin provides sustenance to suit every palate—vegetarian to down-home barbequed ribs. There are all manner of places to feast. Austin’s ethnic diversity makes dining out as adventurous as you care to make it. Austin has its own professional symphony, ballet and opera companies, dozens of theaters prepared to wow you. Art museums, galleries galore, and abundant shopping can all be found here.