In whatever season, staying up-to-date about the current weather in your area can save you a lot of trouble. These accurate, convenient weather websites can be completely tailored to your specific area, and they can help you plan for the day ahead:

Weather Underground
Weather Underground is a site full of weather information, from the most basic to the most analytical. By entering your location, you’ll receive a current overview for your surrounding areas on the main page of the site. If you want even more weather news, Weather Underground also offers maps and radar, sever weather advisories, and photos and videos for the entire country.

The Weather Channel
The popular television weather channel also has a website with even more weather news and interactive features.  The Weather Channel’s website features everything from video coverage of extreme weather around the world to the most basic weather advisories for your hometown. You can even watch shows and news stories for free on this site!

Weather Spark
Full of in-depth maps and complex charts, Weather Spark will truly delight any meteorology devotee. The site’s main dashboard is an interactive map with the current conditions from thousands of locations around the world, so you’ll never miss a second of worldwide weather coverage.

Owned by Chef James Holmes, Olivia has been named one of the “Top 10 Best New Restaurants in America” by Bon Appétit magazine.

The menu changes regularly to feature fresh and seasonal ingredients, but is known for its distinctive flavor combinations of sweet and savory.  Consider the Olivia Salad with pecans, ginger, pumpkin, and a pomegranate vinaigrette.  Perfectly braised chops are a regular feature on the menu, whether lamb, pork, or veal.  For dessert, try the duck egg creme brûlée.  Olivia features a fantastic wine list, and the friendly waitstaff is happy to make a recommendation.  Stop in for a classy brunch and try the South Austin Omelet with lamb chorizzo and salsa.  If you are feeling indulgent, try their six and ten-course tasting menus.  Stone walls and warm wood accents make the modern architecture stand out. Inside, the ambiance is romantic and sophisticated — perfect for an intimate date. 

Olivia
2043 S. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 804-2700
www.yelp.com/biz/olivia-austin

Hiking is a great way to get exercise outdoors, spend time with friends, and a scenic pastime in just about any season. If you’re looking for the best places to hike in your area, do some research online before heading out onto the trail. Here are some sites to visit:

AllTrails
AllTrails is a website devoted to providing comprehensive information about recreational activities and destinations to outdoor enthusiasts. You’ll find lists of hiking trails based on your specific area, park and trail reviews from other AllTrails members, local events, and even a log to keep track of the hikes you’ve completed.

Every Trail
This outdoor website features a large, interactive map marking the nearby hiking trails in your area, as well as locations of other outdoor activities. Map out a hike or an entire trip using Every Trail before you depart, and even download the Every Trail app to make sure you’re staying on course.

Local Hikes
Local Hikes is another website that provides information about trails in your area, with a large list of both large and small cities to choose from. The trails on Local Hikes are all submitted by volunteer reporters, and each one features helpful and informative reviews from hikers just like you. You’ll also find information on the scenery, trail condition and proper equipment to bring on each hike.