MATTHEW DOWD

WHO: Texas entrepreneur, ABC News chief analyst, and founder of ListenTo.us (a community that puts country over party). RISE AND SHINE: “The best place for breakfast is Magnolia Café (1920 S. Congress Ave., 512-445-0000; magnoliacafeaustin.com), which is always open and always has a table if you are an early riser. The food is good and consistent; the staff is fast and fun.” SOUL FIX: “Get your cowboy boots fixed at Golden Slipper Modern Shoe & Boot Repair (1903 S. First St., 512-442-6334); the owner is awesome.

They do excellent work with quick turnaround, and your boots always feel better.” SMALL TOWN CHARM: “If you’re looking to relax, head to Wimberley, about 45 minutes outside of Austin. Going to this little piece of heaven is like a throwback in time. It has an easy, uncomplicated pace, and the folks in town are beautiful people.

Watch the Blanco River go by and enjoy life (and any place that doesn’t have parking meters is a good place).”