Summer Side Quest: Nonstop Adventures from AUS

Summer is the official season for taking side quests! Wherever your dream vacation lands on the equator, summer is the time designated to take a break and go on that adventure you’ve been itching for. Even if you don’t know what destination to choose yet, AUS has a handful of maps you can choose from. 

Toronto, Canada: Gardens galore

In case this news flew under your radar, Porter Airlines now flies straight from Austin to Toronto‑Pearson (YYZ). Paired with Air Canada’s route, getting to Toronto’s world of castle‑hopping, waterfront wandering, and lush shoreline escapes is easier than ever.

Guild Inn Park & Gardens

• Scarborough’s Guild Inn feels like you’ve stumbled into an open‑air museum wrapped in a garden. Between the rescued ruins, the flower‑lined paths, and those jaw‑dropping Scarborough Bluffs views, It’s the kind of place where the hike feels enchanted—and your camera roll magically multiplies.

Centre Island & the Toronto Islands

• If you’re looking for outdoor fun without leaving the city buzz behind, Canada’s island playground is only a ferry ride (or a quick water taxi dash) across the water. With 15 islands to explore, you can bounce from Centreville’s kid‑friendly rides to disc golf, bike paths, kayak routes, and some of the city’s best beaches—all in one sunny afternoon.

Toronto Outdoor Art Fair

• Every summer, Nathan Phillips Square becomes Canada’s premier outdoor art fair, featuring over 400 artists along with performances, talks, and interactive activities. It’s a free, colorful celebration of creativity in the heart of Toronto.

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands: Tropical bliss

If your ideal getaway involves white‑sand beaches and water so clear it looks photoshopped, our new airline has you covered. With Cayman Airways now part of the AUS family, booking a nonstop to the Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (GCM) can easily become the cure for your sunshine shortage and happy‑hour withdrawal.

Seven Mile Beach & Cayman Crystal Caves

• Start at Seven Mile Beach, where you can sunbathe with a book, dive in for a swim, or jump on a paddleboard or jet ski. When you need a break from the sun, head underground to the Cayman Crystal Caves, where guided tours lead you through picturesque limestone chambers filled with stalactites, stalagmites, and glittering crystal formations.

Stingray City & Starfish Point

• Want unforgettable encounters with ocean creatures? Grand Cayman is a snorkeler’s dream, and Stingray City is the star—this shallow sandbar is home to friendly southern stingrays that glide right up to you. Nearby, Starfish Point offers calm waters where bright red starfish dot the shoreline and shallow reefs. It’s an easy, family‑friendly way to experience the island’s marine life up close.

Rum Point & Macabuca Tiki Bar

• For a laid‑back beach day, Rum Point delivers with plenty of spots to sip a cocktail and unwind on the beach, so it’s perfect for lounging, cooling off, or renting a kayak or paddleboard. Then swing by Macabuca Tiki Bar, perched beside one of Grand Cayman’s top reefs, for incredible snorkeling and a well‑earned drink afterward.

Provo, Utah: Explorer’s dream

If your idea of a vacation involves more adrenaline than downtime, don’t overlook Allegiant Air’s nonstop to Provo, Utah (PVU)! Surrounded by mountainous cliffs, unique waterfalls and endless trails, this Utah gem delivers nonstop outdoor action from the moment you land.

Mount Timpanogos & Waterfall Trails

• Provo’s crown‑jewel adventure is Mount Timpanogos, a demanding but unforgettable trek that stretches more than 15 miles round‑trip. Along the way, hikers can detour to waterfalls like Stewart Falls, a stunning 200‑foot double cascade reached by a rocky trail, or Timpanogos Falls, just a mile up a paved path. Many tackle it in a day, but plenty turn it into an overnight backpacking trip for the full mountain experience.

Deer Creek State Park & Summer on the Water

• Just minutes from Provo, Deer Creek State Park guarantees fun with boating, fishing, and watersports across its 18-mile stretch of shoreline. Families especially love Rainbow Bay Aqua Park, a floating playground packed with obstacle courses, trampolines, monkey bars, and a towering quarter pipe. Whether you’re kiteboarding across the reservoir or splashing around with the kids, it’s an easy, “kids will sleep well tonight,” day trip.

Downtown Provo’s Global Food Scene

• After a day of adventuring, downtown Provo is the place to beat the ‘hangry’ allegations. The city’s food scene reflects the cultures and families who’ve made it home, with global flavors tucked into walkable streets. Grab Japanese comfort dishes at K’s Kitchen, artisan pies at Mozz, or some of Utah’s most beloved Indian cuisine at Bombay House. For something uniquely local, Black Sheep Cafe blends Southwestern and Native American traditions into dishes you won’t find anywhere else.

Cincinnati Ohio: Fan favorites

If you love a vacation that blends brewery hopping with serious sports fandom, Cincinnati might be your match. Thanks to nonstop flights to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) on Frontier, Allegiant, Delta, and Southwest, getting there is as effortless as the good times waiting for you.

The Hidden Brewery Beneath

• Cincinnati’s beer story runs deep, literally. Head below the city streets to explore historic brewery tunnels like the Linck and Jackson caverns, once vital to the city’s pre‑Prohibition beer scene. For an even more comprehensive look at the city’s brewing roots, follow the Brewing Heritage Trail, where you’ll sample spirits, wander 1850s lagering cellars, and step inside Rhinegeist Brewery.

Cincy’s Can’t‑Miss Sports Scene

• Sports fans will feel right at home at Great American Ball Park, where the Cincinnati Reds play against a backdrop of Ohio River views and downtown skyline. The atmosphere is friendly, lively, and perfect for soaking in the city’s baseball culture. For something different, head to Truist Arena to catch the Kentucky Barrels, a fast‑paced indoor football experience with great sightlines, nonstop action, and a contagious, energized crowd.

Chili Culture & Taste of Cincinnati

• Cincinnati takes its chili seriously—served over spaghetti, on a “Coney” (hot-dog bun), or however locals swear by it. If you want to sample the city’s full flavor lineup, plan for Taste of Cincinnati, a massive Memorial Day weekend festival that fills downtown with restaurants, food trucks, breweries, and vendors from Findlay Market. Expect everything from Italian and Hawaiian bites to vegan dishes, goetta, and a glutenous amount of iconic Cincy chili.

Whether you choose one of these destinations or chart your own course, AUS has a nonstop flight for just about every kind of traveler! Explore the full list of possibilities at www.flyaustin.com/nonstop-flights-out-aus.

Disclaimer: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport hereby disclaims any responsibility for any flight cancellations made by the airline. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport advises all customers to check with the airline for any cancellation information.