Gay & Lesbian Travel: Austin

Fast-growing Austin has been one of America's most talked about cities over the past decade, having not only increased its population by nearly 50 percent but also solidified its reputation as an ultra-cool place to live and visit.

The fact that Austin is oppressively hot for a few months each summer is about its only major negative. As autumn approaches, however, Austin cools off again - and this means the city's myriad cafes, lounges, music clubs, and gay hangouts sizzle with activity.