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66 The Summer Wins

Spirit has your warm-weather reading needs covered with a preview of dozens of the season’s hottest books, including new page-turners from Dan Brown and Stephen King.

70 Dear

Matthew, Joshua, & Noah...

Parenting is like soldiering: In critical moments, you rely on your instincts—which is what a military dad did when he set down for his sons a message of courage and strength.

82 Your

Adventure In Orlando

Chill with the penguins, jump on a coaster, or sip on chardonnay in the Sunshine State.

PLUS, LIFE ADVENTURE Orlando’s residents sing the praises of The City Beautiful.

VAST RESORT

Relax on 20,000 acres of luxury at The Inn at Palmetto Bluff.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIM ZIELENBACH; COVER RETOUCHING BY PATRICK WHITE

58 The Great American Vacation

ON THE COVER / At mermaid camp, the summer always goes swimmingly. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN ATHANASON

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To-Do List Ten Action Items in This Issue 1 Break out of the martini mold Page 32

2 Get cozy in Colorado Page 34

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en Español Star of the Month Freedom Story From the Editor Your Words Your Pictures Media Center Eat Drink Sleep The Numbers Wise Guide Business

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Southwest Airlines acquired AirTran Airways in May 2011, and since then we’ve made tremendous progress in integrating AirTran—its airplanes, technology, systems, and, of course, Employees—into Southwest. As I’m sure you can imagine, this integration is a massive undertaking. When it is completed next year, we will be one airline—with one Brand, one livery, one Customer Experience, and one flight schedule. In the meantime, we continue to operate under our respective Brands.

I’m especially pleased to report to you that, just last month, we reached a major milestone as we fully combined Southwest’s and AirTran’s route networks. What does this mean

for our Customers? In short: more itineraries, more destinations, and more low fares. Customers are now able to purchase a shared itinerary with a single transaction, on a single reservation, creating hundreds of new potential itineraries for our Customers and opening up our networks across both Brands. The ability to add an AirTran segment to a Southwest itinerary, or vice versa, opens up our combined 97 destinations across both Brands. And for the first time ever, a Southwest flight segment can be connected, in a single itinerary, to an international destination.

Now that the Southwest and AirTran route networks are connected, Customers may:

• Include one or more domestic AirTran flight segments on an itinerary booked using Southwest channels (southwest.com, 1-800-IFLYSWA, travel agencies, Southwest’s mobile site and apps, and Southwest ticket counters).

• Include one or more Southwest flight segments on an AirTran itinerary booked using AirTran channels (airtran.com, 1-800AIRTRAN, travel agencies, and AirTran ticket counters).

• Use all Southwest channels to book an AirTran-only domestic itinerary.

• Add an international AirTran segment to a Southwest itinerary within one reservation (through a Customer-friendly transfer of the transaction from Southwest to AirTran channels for booking, purchase, and ticketing).

• Earn currency in either loyalty program. (The currency Customers earn is applied to the loyalty program of the carrier from which they buy their tickets.)

Since we are currently one Company with two Brands, this is similar to but not technically considered an industry standard “codeshare” (an arrangement in which a Customer can book one ticket on two or more carriers). Eventually, this connectivity will seamlessly become one robust network under the Southwest Brand. In the meantime, we know our Customers will enjoy the best of both worlds.

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Southwest Airlines adquirió AirTran Airways en mayo de 2011, y desde entonces hemos progresado mucho en la integración de AirTran y sus aviones, su tecnología, sus sistemas y por supuesto, sus Empleados con Southwest. Estoy seguro te puedes imaginar que esta integración es un proyecto enorme. Cuando se complete el año que viene, seremos una sola aerolínea, con una Marca, una imagen corporativa, una Experiencia para Clientes, y un horario de vuelos. Por lo pronto, continuamos operando bajo nuestras respectivas Marcas.

Estoy muy contento de informarte que justo el mes pasado, alcanzamos una gran meta cuando integramos completamente las redes de rutas de Southwest y AirTran. ¿Qué significa esto para nuestros Clientes? En pocas palabras: más itinerarios, más destinos, y más tarifas bajas. Ahora nuestros Clientes pueden comprar un itinerario compartido en una sola transacción y con una sola reservación, creando así cientos de posibles

itinerarios nuevos para nuestros Clientes y expandiendo nuestras redes a través de las dos Marcas.

El agregar un segmento de AirTran a un itinerario de Southwest, o vice versa, significa que los destinos entre las dos Marcas llegan a un total de 97. Y por primera vez, un segmento de vuelo de Southwest puede conectarse a un destino internacional en el mismo itinerario.

Ahora que las redes de rutas de Southwest y AirTran están conectadas, los Clientes pueden: • Incluir uno o más segmentos de vuelos domésticos de AirTran en un itinerario reservado usando uno de los métodos de Southwest (southwest.com, 1-800-IFLYSWA, agencias de viajes, la página Web y aplicaciones móviles de Southwest, y mostradores de boletos de Southwest).

• Incluir uno o más segmentos de vuelo de Southwest en un itinerario de AirTran reservado usando uno de los métodos de AirTran (airtran.com, 1-800-AIRTRAN,

agencias de viajes, y mostradores de boletos de AirTran).

• Utilizar todos los métodos de Southwest para reservar un itinerario doméstico solamente con AirTran.

• Agregar un segmento de vuelo internacional de AirTran a un itinerario Southwest en la misma reservación (a través de una conveniente transferencia de la transacción de Southwest a AirTran para hacer reservaciones, compras y emitir boletos).

• Ganar puntos en cualquiera de los dos programas de lealtad. (Los puntos que los Clientes ganan se aplican al programa de lealtad de la aerolínea de la que compraron los boletos).

Ya que ahora somos una Compañía con dos Marcas, tenemos algo parecido a un “código compartido” (un acuerdo en el que el Cliente puede reservar un boleto en dos aerolíneas o más), aunque técnicamente no es lo mismo. Eventualmente, esta conectividad se convertirá en una gran red bajo la Marca de Southwest.

Por lo pronto, sabemos que nuestros Clientes disfrutarán de lo mejor de las dos aerolíneas.

Gary Kelly

Presidente de la Junta Directiva, Director Ejecutivo y Presidente Southwest Airlines

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAN SELLERS

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Joy Fress C S&S C U S TO M ER R EPR E S EN TAT IV E , H O U S TO N The term that comes to mind when thinking of Customer Support and Services (CS&S) Customer Representative Joy Fress is “Team Player.” As one of seven children, Joy understood from an early age the value of cooperating with others and working as a Team. Those values helped shape Joy’s future interests—both personal and professional—and brought the sports lover to Southwest Airlines, a Company that sees itself not only as a Team but also as a Family.

Joy was raised in the great state of Texas by parents who have been married to each other for 54 years. Joy has been married to her husband, Pete, for 12 years. The two enjoy fishing in Galveston and relaxing in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. And they indulge their love of sports by feeling the roar of the engines at Texas Motor Speedway near Dallas and cheering on their favorite football teams: the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs and the Houston Texans.

Joy has worked for Southwest for 11 years, all at the Houston CS&S Center (HC). As a CS&S Customer Representative, Joy is a professional problem solver; she assists Customers with their reservations, Rapid Rewards Frequent Flyer program accounts, policy questions, and much more. She embraces her role and feels that each day can bring new challenges as well as opportunities to keep learning. When asked what she loves most about her work, Joy says, “I love the feeling of satisfaction I get when I know I have helped someone have a better travel experience.” She adds, “I enjoy working with my HC Coworkers to build Customer loyalty with each problem we solve.”

Joy is proud to be a Member of the Southwest Airlines Family and is honored to have been chosen as Star of the Month. She shows her Southwest Spirit with every call she takes, every question she answers, and every reservation she books. Way to go, Joy! —Hollye Chacon

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In 1974, a car accident left Patrick Rummerfield a quadriplegic with only 72 hours to live. But Patrick recovered and, thanks to 17 years of intense physical therapy, regained mobility in his arms and legs. Always tenacious, Patrick pursued his childhood dream of driving a race car, even during his recovery period, and he has 38 world records and firsts to show for his efforts.

Patrick says that his greatest dream is to “use my challenges to inspire both disabled and ablebodied individuals to keep the faith.”

Living in St. Louis and working in Baltimore, Patrick is a proud Rapid Rewards Frequent Flyer program A-List member. He works as a consultant with neurologist Dr. John McDonald at the Kennedy Krieger Institute’s International Center for Spinal Cord Injury. They focus on activitybased restoration (ABR) therapies, designed to help individuals with longterm spinal cord injuries recover sensation, movement, and independence. Patrick spends about a third of each month in Baltimore, working with individuals who are undergoing ABR therapies.

Patrick’s autobiography, Green Bananas: The Patrick Rummerfield Story, details his life’s journey—from his childhood spent in an orphanage to his current work fundraising for paralysis research and providing hope to those in need.

Among other achievements and accolades, Patrick was the first person with a spinal cord injury to complete the IronMan triathlon, and he received the Henry Viscardi Achievement Award in recognition of his efforts supporting spinal cord injury research. Patrick says, “Our dreams and goals, mixed with determination, perseverance, consistency, and a lot of prayer, will drive us to our futures.”

Patrick travels on Southwest Airlines several times a month, and it’s no surprise that he has formed friendships with Employees he sees regularly. They catch up on each others’ lives, sharing about families, baseball, and the news of the day.

Patrick, your enthusiasm for supporting spinal cord research and the ways you touch lives every day are awe-inspiring. You truly are the Spirit of Southwest! —Michele Kyle

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From the Editor

SON SET

Dear Reader,

It’s true you can’t take it with you, and for those of us gazing ahead at our golden years, it’s more important to think about what we’ll eventually leave behind.

At age 38, Lt. Col. Mark Weber has to ask that question right now.

I first got to know Mark when he emailed out of the blue to get advice on writing a book. He said he was in “kind of a hurry.” Why? “I have stage IV intestinal cancer.” With indefatigable energy, he wrote and published the book within months.

Tell My Sons… is a letter of loving advice to his three boys, Matthew, Joshua, and Noah.

In their focus and commitment, patriots like Mark, a highly decorated soldier, are known to be unflagging. What else would you call a man who lines up Robin Williams, Mitch Albom, John Elway, and nearly every current or former Army chief of staff to throw their support behind his book? (I swear I saw a blurb from George Washington.) Tell My Sons… took on

Mark’s energy, becoming one of the fastestselling self-published works on Amazon.com, and subsequently getting snatched up by a major publisher for a big advance. “That’s such a great thing to leave your family,” I said.

Nah, he replied. He doesn’t want the money.

The book’s success is “another shining illustration of ‘can do’ that I get to pass on to my boys.” In fact, Mark and his wife, Kristin, plan to give away the book’s proceeds. “I can’t wait to hand off the first check to charity and see where this all goes,” he told me.

I think he’s passing on more than “can do,” much more than money, and not just to his boys and worthy causes. When you read Tell My Sons…, an excerpt of which begins on page 70, you’ll see that it’s a love letter to us all.

We love you, too, Mark.

—Jay Heinrichs Editorial Director

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LT. COL. MARK WEBER

Matthew (top), Noah, and Joshua are their father’s motivation.

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Your Words

Dear Spirit, When I pulled out the March issue and saw your cover story on El Sistema [“If You Know Four Notes…”], I grinned from ear to ear!

As a musician and the editor of the student newspaper at the New England Conservatory of Music, I recently published a story about our Sistema Fellows, 10 NEC student leaders who embarked on a four-week journey to Venezuela to live the teachings of Sistema and spread them throughout the U.S. upon their return. In the words of Sistema fellow Monique Van Willingh, “Give a child music and you give them hope.” Thank you for spreading that hope at 10,000 feet, where it can continue to soar.

If You Know Four Notes

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At Youth Orchestra LA, learning, and rising up, are fundamental.

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—K ATE LEMMON BOSTON

We’re hoping it reaches cruising altitude, Kate.

Your classmates’ efforts are pitch-perfect.

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MUSIC TO OUR EARS

The March issue was so wonderful! As a musician, I was thrilled to see two great music articles in a wholly enjoyable issue. The kids of YOLA [“If You Know Four Notes...”] are positively inspiring, and the superb story about using music to enhance life and memory in a nursing home [“How Sweet the Sound”] was equally exciting to read—two stages of life, two wonderful programs. Thanks so much. Although I fly Southwest because it gets me to places I want to go for less, sometimes I think I really do it for the opportunity to get a paper copy of Spirit!

—S H A R O N M C K I N L E Y COLUMBIA, MARYLAND

What a great way to put it, Sharon.

Keep flying for that second reason!

PERFECTLY ORCHESTRATED

As the father of a future orchestra teacher (a music education senior at the University of North Texas in Denton), it was a pleasant surprise to see your March cover photo in my seat pocket on a recent flight. The story [“If You Know Four Notes…”] behind the cover gives readers a sense as to why young people like my son are so dedicated to becoming orchestra teachers. Thank you for a great article.

—T E D TA L L E Y BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS

Be sure to let us know when your son gets that teaching job, Ted. We’d love to attend his first concert.

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flight. Your March cover referencing the article on Youth Orchestra LA immediately caught my attention—but for the wrong reason. A glaring grammatical error was there in big, bold white letters!

These students’ performances are certainly more than “all right,” but your grammar wasn’t. The word “alright” is not grammatical. While you may indeed see it in a dictionary, it is considered nonstandard and should not be used. Two words are the correct spelling for “all right.” By the way, I still thoroughly enjoyed your magazine—and I will continue to fly Southwest!

memory and for reiterating the importance of music to the elderly.

— D E B B I E VA D N A I S SAN FRANCISCO

What a beautiful story, Debbie.

A last song can have more meaning than last words, can’t it?

get to them. What a gamut Spirit provided. There was something for everyone. It was a good balance of serious and thoughtful yet fun and lighthearted. Thank you, and keep up the quality work!

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SERIOUSLY FUN

I brought books and puzzles along on a recent trip, but I didn’t even

Thanks, Patrice. We tried to reply with something serious and thoughtful yet fun and lighthearted, but, um…

— M A R C I A K . D A LY J A M E S T O W N , N E W YO R K

Ordinarily, we’d declare our wrists duly slapped. But “alright,” in this case, is the proper spelling. It’s a reference to the legendary rock band The Who, whose 1979 film “The Kids Are Alright” set the rockumentary standard. Glad you like the magazine!

HIS SUNSHINE

I am writing regarding your lovely article, “How Sweet the Sound.”

My dad had a long battle with dementia and Parkinson’s disease. I frequently visited my parents during this time to give my mom a much-needed break as well as spend time with my dad.

I purchased an iPod and always brought it along with me on my visits. My dad’s face would light up as I played the songs from his past, and he would smile while Frank Sinatra sang “Fly Me to the Moon” or Henry Mancini played “Moon River.” My dad fell in October, and while the nurses and doctors were scurrying around the hospital room, I came up to his bed and started singing “You Are My Sunshine.” My dad sang along with me. It was the last song he ever sang, and he passed away peacefully in January. Thank you for bringing back a wonderful

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Kirk and crew beam up to the big screen again in Star Trek Into Darkness, the follow-up to director J.J. Abrams’ 2009 reboot of the sci-fi franchise.

Typical of Abrams’ style, plot details have been shrouded in secrecy—but we do know that Golden Globe–nominee Benedict Cumberbatch joins the cast as a sinister space foe and that Zachary Quinto and Chris Pine (pictured) return

for another voyage. Upon completion of your Trekian adventure, the next mission is as follows: Rocket through the rest of Hollywood’s big summer offerings, including Iron Man 3 (May 3), After Earth (June 7), Despicable Me 2 (July 3), and Elysium (August 9).

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The label on the bottle, which shows two ducks in a boxing match, reminded me of my grandfather, who was once a boxer in Chicago, so I came up with a drink called The Southpaw.

With vodka cocktails, it’s best to keep it simple.

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Twitter users refer to themselves as “ninjas.”

Social media ninjas, that is. Careful, there might be one right behind you. These self-professed nimble tweeters aren’t the only ones who make elaborate and ludicrously exaggerated claims for themselves in their Twitter bios. Joining the ranks are 32,188 social media “mavens,” 30,188 “evangelists,” 31,609 “gurus,” and the list goes on. Digital marketing strategist B.L. Ochman, who has been tracking this trend since 2009, says growth in the use of such monikers is exponential.

“At this rate, everyone on Twitter will soon be calling themselves an expert,” she says. But if you want to be taken seriously, you better have the skill set to back it up. “The real Twitter gurus have case studies and clients.” Yes, sensei!

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stronger than those with hair.

Bald is beautiful—and, apparently, brawny. Overall, fellas rockin’ a shorn scalp were perceived to be more dominant than their hirsute counterparts, according to a recent study from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. Despite the inevitable if slight height disadvantage, those lacking locks were viewed as nearly an inch taller than the average mop-topped male. Lead researcher Albert Mannes, who was spurred by his own decision to sport a pristine pate, ascribes the results to the Bruce Willises of the world. “In our society, a shaved head is associated with masculine figures,” Mannes says. “You see it a lot in Hollywood action heroes, even dating back to Yul Brynner in the ’50s and ’60s.” It remains to be seen if Daniel Craig will be jumping on the bare bandwagon.

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The saying goes, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” So it should come as no surprise that Big Apple residents will live approximately 1,040 days longer than the national average, according to data from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington. What keeps the city that never sleeps ahead of the game? Over the past two decades, “New York has focused on healthy food and physical education in schools, smoking bans, trans fat bans, and also promoting simple things like making it safe and easy to walk the city,” says Dr. Ali Mokdad, who led the research. Non-Gothamites, however, have nothing to fear, he says. “You can live longer anywhere if you change your behavior.”

In other words, city slicker or not, avoiding that extra-large cola might not be a half-bad idea.

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Peter Brown Hoffmeister is the author of Let Them Be Eaten By Bears: A Fearless Guide to Taking Our Kids into the Great Outdoors.

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“Being free from the distractions of home makes for an ideal setting to talk to your family,” says Hoffmeister. “Share personal stories of failure or success, or add sentences to a made-up story. You can also try the ‘Fortunately/Unfortunately’ approach: Someone says ‘Fortunately’ and gives a positive declarative sentence; the next person says ‘Unfortunately’ and gives a negative one.”

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“The mantra to remember here is, ‘There is no bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.’

Instead of fearing the forecast or using it as an excuse to cancel your trip, find activities that are better in so-called inclement weather. If it’s raining, play mud football. If it’s foggy, get out the map and compass and create a navigation challenge.”

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“A sense of responsibility is empowering for children. Ask them to choose the campsite; they will relish finding the flattest spot and clearing it of rocks.

Or go on a hike and put them in charge of choosing the lunch spot with the best view. Kids are generally more creative than adults. If you let them make some decisions on their own, chances are you’ll have more fun yourself.”

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“It’s OK to hike slowly.

It’s OK to stop and stare at the clouds. It’s OK to sit and rest in the grass.

Slowing down will help you relax, which will in turn help your kids chill out. So accept what comes your way rather than trying to stick to a packed itinerary. You’ll get more enjoyment out of the experience if you don’t have a specific outcome in mind.”

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Girl Power Personality traits most often associated with women translate to top strategies for business success, says leadership consultant John Gerzema.

John Gerzema is the co-author of The Athena Doctrine: How Women (And the Men Who Think Like Them) Will Rule the Future.

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Candor

“The masculine command-andcontrol model is becoming increasingly out of place in our very social, interdependent, and transparent world,” says Gerzema. “The job of a leader is not to be a dictator but a facilitator, and to listen to lots of voices. Leaders and managers who possess that kind of openness and candor have the ability to lift people up so that everyone’s voice can be heard. It ultimately improves decision-making because the best ideas are brought to bear.”

Empathy

“Empathy is innovation, and sensitivity to others is a huge catalyst for creativity. So many leaders envision markets, then go out and create needs. But people who really devote themselves to studying the human condition often uncover important underserved markets.”

Vulnerability

“Today, you can’t read a business article without hearing about how people learn from failure. There’d be more progress if we were better at admitting what we don’t know in the first place. When you ask for help, people align themselves with your needs and come to your aid, which saves both time and money.

You could argue that vulnerability is not only an effective leadership trait, but that it’s rooted in pragmatism.”

Connectedness

“Collaboration and consensusbuilding are really prized in a social economy. Be flexible. Be collaborative. In masculine societies, winning involves stepping on your competitors. But in a world that values connectedness, winning is plural. In working together, we might just get a bigger piece of the pie.”

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Room for Error Sometimes it takes a blunder to get to a breakthrough.

Astrophysicist Mario Livio extols some of history’s smartest slipups.

Mario Livio is the author of Brilliant Blunders: From Darwin to Einstein.

Charles Darwin

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by natural selection was always correct,” says Livio. “But when he came up with it, the prevailing understanding of genetics, which was later found to be false, disproved it. So Darwin devised and clung to another theory that took genetics in the wrong direction from what we now know to be correct.”

BREAKTHROUGH “Modern genetics originates from Mendel, but it can’t exist without Darwin’s theory, and vice versa. Credit for pairing the two can be given to 20th century geneticists, who showed that Mendelian genetics and Darwinian selection were indispensable to each other.”

temperature, Kelvin estimated Earth to be 100 million years old. He incorrectly assumed, however, that Earth only loses heat continuously.”

BREAKTHROUGH “Scientist John Perry later suggested an additional heattransport mechanism that Kelvin hadn’t considered. This, combined with the later discovery of radioactivity, led to the accurately determined age of the Earth, which is 4.5 billion years. Kelvin deserves some credit though: He was the first to use physical principles to gauge Earth’s age.”

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BLUNDER “Pauling is best known for deciphering the molecular structure of proteins, but his model of DNA was an inside-out triple helix. In other words, what’s on the inside of the double helix in the DNA model we know today was mistakenly on the outside of Pauling’s model.”

BREAKTHROUGH “James Watson and Francis Crick knew DNA was a nucleic acid, but Pauling’s model did not constitute an acid. The duo went back to the drawing board, eventually coming up with the double helix, the true structure of DNA. While Pauling’s model was incorrect, it served as an important catalyst for their work.”

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The premise of It’s Just Lunch is simple: a lunch date or drink after work is the ideal first date. It’s a no pressure, relaxed setting where you can actually talk face-to-face.

“Real chemistry happens in person,” Herington says. “You may be having a great online relationship, but when you finally meet, you discover that the person you’ve spent so much time

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It’s Just Lunch’s clients often refer to their matchmakers as their “dating wingmen” (or wingwomen) because they handle all of the dating logistics.

Herington describes her role, saying, “We’re genuinely interested in understanding our clients. We listen.

We really get to know your personality and what you’re looking for in that significant other.” Every IJL match is hand-selected. There’s no online profile for the world to see and it’s all confidential. After the date, It’s Just Lunch matchmakers receive feedback from each client in order to fine-tune their next match. “We offer something online services don’t: someone to talk to,” Herington says. Imagine having a full-time dating wingwoman who really understands you, working for you while you’re focusing on your career and personal obligations.

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Who wants to spend hours sifting through online profiles and trying to connect via email, pokes and winks?

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Less time searching equals more time dating. That’s realized ROI.

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Herington reminds singles who contact her that they can have a career and a relationship. They just have to “date smarter.” “If finding someone to share your life with is important to you, you can make time and have it all,” she says. “If you don’t have time to do your taxes, you hire a CPA. If you don’t have time to manage your investments, you hire a financial planner. It’s Just Lunch helps you make time for the things that matter. IJL helps you date smarter.”

Since It’s Just Lunch matchmakers take care of all the matching and logistics, you can focus on finding that elusive chemistry in the offline world. IJL is a better, smarter way to date and increase your odds of finding that someone special.

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“Right at Home has exceeded our expectations on so many levels, including financially, we recently picked up a second territory, simply because we’d be fools not to.”

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“Our last venture was helping to build a company that sold for millions,” said Tom. “But there’s only so much golf a person can play. And at the end of the day, did we improve life?”

After painstakingly researching the competitive senior home care market, the Bollums found that a Right at Home franchise was the winningest franchise team with a longtime record of upward mobility. In fact, franchisees yield an average gross margin of 37%.2‡

“Hands down, Right at Home came out on top. We wanted to take advantage of a proven franchise that provided a road map to success,” Tom said. “Mistakes are costly, and Right at Home doesn’t let you make someone else’s mistake twice.”

Statistically, the Right at Home team offers the home field advantage, with decades of healthcare experience, over 250 operating franchise locations in five countries, and a 17% year-over-year revenue increase record, even during a recession.3‡ “Right at Home has exceeded our expectations on so many levels, including financially,” Tom said. “We recently picked up a second territory, simply because we’d be fools not to.”

Jennifer said, “When we hire our in-home care professionals, we ask ourselves, ‘Would we want this person taking care of our parents?’ If that answer isn’t a resounding yes, then it’s a no go.”

And more and more people are needed to cover this lucrative, underserved market. One out of every eight Americans is 65 and older and has more than a 70% chance of needing help with daily activities, such as assistance with mobility, health monitoring, dressing, and transportation. By 2030, that number will increase to one out of every five.4 “Right at Home has the franchisees’ best interest at heart, so we can have our clients’ in ours,” Jennifer said. “These clients we help...they are our friends...our family.”

If you want to make a major league difference in other people’s lives as well as your own, it’s time to hit a home run with a Right at Home franchise. No healthcare experience is necessary.

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1 Net Billings in 2011 for 191 Offices open one year or more as of December 31, 2011. 66 or 35% of these Offices attained or surpassed the represented level of financial performance.

2 Average Gross Margin in 2011 of all 191 Offices open one year or more as of December 31, 2011. 87 or 57% of these Offices attained or surpassed the represented level of financial performance.

3 Based on Average Net Billings Percent Increase from 2010 to 2011 of 191 Offices open one year or more as of December 31, 2011.

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Penn Jillette, the boisterous half of magic-tricksters Penn & Teller

How do you keep success from being an illusion?

“When you watch Teller and me do the cups and balls trick, you’re focusing on the story of the balls that vanish from Teller’s hands and appear under the cups. That’s where we direct your attention. While he’s doing that, I pick up a cup, and you don’t notice that I’m loading it for the next round—doing the part that actually makes the trick work. Don’t fall into the trap of making yourself the audience to your own life, getting consumed by creating an illusion of success.

Instead, be the magician who focuses on the nuts and bolts and does all the work to pull off the trick.”

Penn Jillette is currently making competitors disappear on NBC’s All-Star Celebrity Apprentice.

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Neverware Give slow PCs a boost with this magic box.

Here’s how Jonathan Hefter, founder and CEO of Neverware, describes the service that makes old computers run like new: “After I graduated college, I was struck by how wasteful it is to replace roomfuls of computers every four years. I moved to my parents’ basement and spent the next year fixing this problem.

Neverware uses a single, powerful computer to breathe new life into old machines in companies and schools of all sizes. Installing the box—usually next to an existing server—enables older PCs to run the latest version of Windows super fast. Our first client was

a Brooklyn high school that had maybe 20 working computers.

You could open a Web browser, go make a cup of coffee, and the website would still be loading when you came back. They had another 100 or so outdated PCs just sitting in a closet. Literally overnight, and for a tenth of the price of buying new machines, we turned their clunkers into the fleetest and most muscular computers in the New York City school system. As they say, if you can make it there, you can make it anywhere.” neverware.com

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USAGE: A wantrepreneur often pursues the “next great idea” without taking the risks necessary to achieve success.

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Ken Blanchard discusses how servant leadership makes a positive difference in both work and life.

Ken Blanchard is an influential author, speaker, and namesake of Grand Canyon University’s Executive MBA program.

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hen Ken evaluated MBA, executive and accelerated degree programs he found they lacked two things: first, they don’t actually teach leadership. Some institutions may tuck it into a behavior course, but they don’t take the extra step to help students understand great leadership creates great businesses.

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The bottom line is this: A lot of business degree programs teach graduate- or executive-level business basics which challenge the minds of those who want to be successful leaders; but few MBA programs additionally challenge their hearts, their values, and their leadership points of view—the most important factors in impacting people and profits.

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Watch This Finally, a timepiece that shakes off jet lag.

Even when the red-eye to Los Angeles throws off your internal clock, you’ll know what time it is with this ticker on your wrist. The solarpowered Citizen Eco-Drive Proximity links with your iPhone via Bluetooth to automatically update itself as you pass through each time zone.

But this chronograph’s smarts don’t stop there: Subtle pulses from the watch notify you of appointments, incoming calls, and emails, putting an end to mobile phonesloudly vibrating across conference room tables. $495; citizenwatch.com

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Wholesale District The bustling urban center of Indianapolis is ready for business.

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Inside the ultramodern confines of The Alexander, you’ll find 40 contemporary works curated by the Indianapolis Museum of Art, plus dozens of other eye-catching pieces commissioned by this newly opened hotel. Staying awhile? The residence-style suites sport sleek dining tables and kitchens, and extra-spacious closets. From $189; thealexander.com

It’s often said that more business deals are done over Café Patachou’s decadent cinnamon toast than in corporate boardrooms.

Situated steps from the capitol building, the self-proclaimed “student union for adults” offers gratis refills of its house blend and flavored coffee of the day. cafepatachou.com

Lace up your running shoes, or borrow a bike from The Alexander (free for guests) for a scenic jaunt on the new Indianapolis Cultural Trail. The eight-mile path weaves through five of the city’s cultural districts, showing off the vibrant architecture of Fountain Square and skirting the museums along the Central Canal. indy culturaltrail.com

Chef Caleb France thought Cerulean needed one finishing touch before opening night. So he built a massive birch “nest” inside what has become the city’s most raved-about restaurant. Ask for a table inside this domed structure, and treat yourself to a decadent corn macaroon. cerulean restaurant.com

Pull up a stool at The Libertine Liquor Bar, an intimate lounge known as much for preProhibition classics like The Martinez (predecessor of the dry martini) as it is for original concoctions crafted by The Libertine’s cast of bartenders. Order the Screw & Bolt— Small’s Gin mixed with grapefruit juice and orangeblossom water. libertineindy.com

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THE GREAT AMERICAN

VACATION

LORDS OF THE FLY

Horses aren’t the only attraction at Colorado’s Lost Valley Ranch.

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For some, the only requirement is a sandy shore. Others migrate to the majestic sprawl of our national parks or the down-home fun of a dude ranch. Whether it’s adventure you seek or restorative repose, these 26 getaways are sure to satisfy. So soak them in.

After all, summer only comes once a year. BY AUSTIN W. G. MORTON

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THE DEEP BLUE SEE

Clockwise from top left: Surfing at the Hotel del Coronado; kiteboarding in the Outer Banks; the prize catch at Redfish Lodge; snorkeling at Coffins Patch in the crystalline Florida Keys.

BEACHES Y O U R WAY

Sunshine and sand are a given.

What completes your seaside stay is up to you. Dive in!

SURF IT UP

Hotel del Coronado, Coronado, CA Easily recognizable by its signature red turrets and roof, The Del, as it’s affectionately known, is celebrating 125 years as one of

Southern California’s premier beachfront resorts. Its prime location on Coronado Beach, known for its gentle waves, is ideal for beginners. Riders 6 and older can brush up on basics or surf for the first time, choosing a one-on-one or group lesson with the hotel’s skilled instructors. From $330; hoteldel.com

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, Huntington Beach, CA With some of the best breaks in the Golden State and, arguably, the country, Huntington Beach (aka Surf City USA) is bona fide bliss for those who like to hang ten. This Spanishstyle resort has paired up with Toes on the Nose and its team of experienced wave riders to help guests of all abilities get in on the action. Both private and semi-private lessons are available, or grab nine friends and make it a party. Cowabunga, dudes! From $275; huntington beach.hyatt.com

RIDE A KITE Sanderling Resort, Duck, NC The Outer Banks, a 200mile strip of barrier islands, is known for its pristine landscape, as well as for being the birthplace of flight. Just a few minutes from Kitty Hawk, where the Wright Brothers took to the skies, the freshly renovated Sanderling Resort has partnered with Kitty Hawk Kites to give guests the freedom to fly—in the form of kiteboarding. Ready for takeoff? From $299; sanderling-resort.com

GRAB A MASK Hawks Cay Resort, Duck Key, FL The Florida Keys’ most riveting tableaus are best soaked up under the sea.

The Great Florida Reef is the only living coral barrier reef in the U.S., and it’s a mere five miles from this secluded island hideaway. Ride a catamaran to Coffins Patch, a shallow snorkeling area teeming with everything from blue striped grunts to green moray eels.

From $187; hawkscay.com

El Conquistador Resort, Fajardo, PR Guests at this tropical enclave can travel to the resort’s private island to conduct eye-widening undersea explorations. Care to venture farther into the deep?

Take a boat ride to Cayo Lobos Marine Park, where instructors will accompany you on a three-hour snorkel excursion bursting with schools of rainbow-hued fish, sea turtles, sting rays, and other life aquatic.

From $189; elconresort.com

NATIONAL PARKS

These lesser-known natural treasures boast striking similarities to the crowded classics.

REEL ’EM IN Harbor View Hotel, Edgartown, MA If you can think of nothing more satisfying than baiting a bluefish, this historic Martha’s Vineyard hotel is the place for you. Cast a line with Captain Doug Heil aboard Scout, his 31-foot fishing boat. After the threeand-a-half-hour trip, during which you’ll troll the Nantucket Sound for striped bass, bonito, and false albacore, you’re sure to be hooked. From $175; harbor-view.com Redfish Lodge, Rockport, TX In search of serious shallow-water sportfishing?

Then don’t count out the Texas coast. A stay at this luxury lodge overlooking Copano Bay affords anglers more than just a room with a view and three meals a day. Whether you prefer to wade-fish the flats or reel in trophy-worthy trout, Redfish’s team of knowledgeable guides is at your service.

From $1,150 per person for a two-day package, all inclusive, redfishlodge.com

COLOSSAL CANYONS

Like the Grand Canyon?

Try:

Big Bend National Park, Texas For the best view of Santa Elena Canyon’s 1,500-foot-high walls, float the Rio Grande.

Given Big Bend’s 300,000 annual visitors (compared to 4.3 million at the Grand Canyon), your sole companions might be the desert bighorn sheep spying on you from overhead.

HOT STUFF

Like Yellowstone?

Try:

Lassen Volcanic National Park, California Stroll a boardwalk over the park’s largest cache of hydrothermal wonders, including bubbling mud pots, piping-hot pools, and hissing steam vents. Trust us, the eau de sulfur is the same in NorCal as it is in Wyoming.

MARSH MADNESS

Like the Everglades?

Try:

Congaree National Park, South Carolina Set in a river floodplain, Congaree is ripe with reptiles, amphibians, and aquatic mammals.

Canoe down Cedar Creek and gape at the bald cypress trees—their roots rise above the water like spider haunches.

MOOSE AND MORE

Like Acadia?

Try:

Isle Royale National Park, Michigan Both parks house boreal forests, populations of moose and snowshoe hare, and rocky shorelines. But what does Michigan’s untrammeled Eden have that Maine’s crown jewel doesn’t? Wolves. Feel like howlin’ at the moon?

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JOY RIDES More than 120 horses populate Lost Valley Ranch’s stable. Right: One of two zip lines at Red Horse Mountain Ranch.

DUDE RANCHES ROUG H A N D LUX E

From pitching in on a cattle drive to kicking off your boots in a spa with sweeping views, these equestrian enclaves can satisfy every kind of cowpoke.

ROUND ’EM UP

Rancho De La Osa, Sasabe, AZ It may be a mere 70 miles from Tucson, but setting foot onto Rancho De La Osa feels a lot like stepping back in time. If the adobe walls of these Spanish haciendas could talk, they’d tell of Pancho Villa’s attack during the Mexican Revolution, or the times

presidents LBJ and FDR came to stay. While horseback riding and cattle work are highlights of this hideaway in the Sonoran Desert grasslands, the hundreds of species that flock here make it a boon for bird watchers, too. Adults from $1,500 per person per week, all inclusive; ranchodelaosa.com

HIT THE TRAIL Lost Valley Ranch, Sedalia, CO At this western oasis just outside of Denver, adults will find plenty to swoon over—trapshooting, cattle round-ups, massages in the comfort of your cabin—but

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who says they get to have all the fun? Under the supervision of a team of counselors, young buckaroos can tube down Goose Creek, play Capture the Flag, and hit a dusty mountain trail on horseback. With any luck, by the week’s end the words “I’m bored” will be banished from their vocabulary.

Adults from $2,405 per person per week, including meals, lodging, and most activities; lostvalleyranch.com Red Horse Mountain Ranch, Harrison, ID Some seek out wide-open spaces for relaxation, others for the thrill of adventure. You’ll find both at this nature haven on the banks of Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Solitude-seekers should stay in the Hilltop Home, a mountainside retreat separate from the main spread that’s equipped with an outdoor hot tub for soaking up the breathtaking views. If fast is more your speed, try an advanced trail ride or careen down the 1,100-foot zip line, then head to the challenge course, where you can practice your balance on a log suspended high in the treetops. Last one over the 63foot climbing wall is a rotten egg! Adults from $2,000 per person per week, all inclusive; redhorsemountain.com

JUST RELAX Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort, Solvang, CA Equal parts ranch and resort, Alisal has been a playground for Hollywood types and discerning families for the past 67 years. Here you’ll find tennis courts, a spa and fitness center, two picturesque golf courses, and a spring-fed lake practically begging you to cast a line or jump in a kayak. But this working ranch satisfies serious gauchos just the same.

Catch a glimpse of coyotes and other critters during one of the two-hour sunset rides. Adults from $445 per person per night, including breakfast and dinner; alisal.com

C Lazy U Ranch, Granby, CO Low-key luxury is the modus operandi at this Rocky Mountain getaway. Top-notch amenities like in-room stone fireplaces and one-on-one riding lessons abound, but with not an inkling of pretense.

Thanks to the stellar kids program, children and parents typically go their separate ways after a family-style breakfast. We recommend ambling over to the spa, where massages are given in canvas tents with glass floors that overlook the rushing waters of Willow Creek. Ahhhh. Adults from $1,340 per person per week, all inclusive; clazyu.com

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CLASSIC RESORTS

Pick your pleasure from these catchall crowd-pleasers old and new.

S PA- C E N T R I C S E T T I N G S

Grove Park Inn, Asheville, NC Est. 1913 The subterranean spa at this Blue Ridge Mountain manse is a fine place to beat the heat. In it you’ll find rock walls, waterfalls, and a lap pool with 6,500 fiber-optic stars sparkling overhead.

Travaasa, Austin, TX Est. 2011 This summer an organic farm debuts at this secluded spa getaway, which means the roster of wellness-focused activities now includes classes on nurturing your own all-natural edibles.

S O U T H E R N H O S P I TA L I T Y

The Homestead, Hot Springs, VA Est. 1766 The hot springs underneath this genteel hotel now feed a two-acre water park as well as mineral baths and a natural whirlpool in the new Canyon Ranch SpaClub.

Inn at Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, SC Est. 2004 You’ll feel right at home in a freshly renovated cottage at this luxurious Low-Country spread. After a day of kayaking and croquet, partake in a wine dinner—one of the resort’s new culinary offerings.

M O U N TA I N M A J E S T Y

The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO Est. 1918 The list of activities goes on and on, but the view of the Rockies is spectacle enough. A cloistered annex—10 plush cabins set eight miles from the main property—opens in August.

Whiteface Lodge, Lake Placid, NY Est. 2005 At this refined timber retreat in the Adirondacks, all the rooms are sprawling suites.

Two lakeside leantos built for modern carousing even have a concierge call button.

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SUMMER CAMPS

Pack your bags for an all-ages experience that’s anything but ordinary.

GET SMART

DIFFERENT STROKES

Clockwise from top: One of Weeki Wachee’s resident mermaids; campers learning Japanese at Concordia Language Villages; a Crow Canyon trip to Mesa Verde National Park.

Camp Winnarainbow, Laytonville, CA You’re never too old for clowning around at this circus-centric commune in the Mendocino foothills.

Founded by self-professed hippie icon Wavy Gravy, Camp Winnarainbow is a sanctuary for anyone eager to show off their performing arts skills in a not-so-serious environment.

Come prepared to try trapeze, juggling, stilt walking, and unicycling. $675 per person for six days, including lodging and meals; campwinnarainbow.org Mermaid Camp, Spring Hill, FL Mermaids do exist at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, where a submerged theater filled with finned performers has been enchanting visitors since 1947. Over two days, ladies age 7 to 14 and 30 and up (two separate camps) learn the ins and outs of underwater ballet under the guidance of practiced merwomen. As a matter of fact, their splashy skills are in such demand that the summer 2013 sessions have already sold out, so be sure to hightail it for next year. From $275 per person; weekiwachee.com

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, Cortez, CO Excavators age 10 and up can get their hands dirty during August’s Family Archaeology Week, seven days of unearthing and analyzing ancient Pueblo Indian artifacts. Digging an adults-only option? Sign up for the Archaeology Research Program and work alongside the pros. From $1,125 per person, including lodging and meals; crowcanyon.org Concordia Language Villages, Moorhead, MN It may be in northwest Minnesota, but this communication colony’s got global appeal. No matter which of the 15 available languages you choose to study, total cultural immersion awaits: When you arrive, you’ll flash your Language Village Passport to get through customs and exchange all your cash for the proper currency. Even the lodging and cuisine are geographically inspired. In that case, pouvez-vous me passer le sel? From $495 per person, including lodging and meals; concordialanguagevillages.org

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The Summer Wins

Hands down, it’s the best time of year to pick up a good book.

Got hammock?

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Depending on how yellowed the pages of your life are, your most vivid summer-reading memory might be The Lovely Bones. If your spine is a touch more worn, you’re bound to remember The Prince of Tides.

If The Hunger Games is your indelible warm-weather read, you might have consumed it on a Kindle, and that’s cool. Preserving the pastime is what’s important. With that in mind, publishers will be sending out waves of new books this summer. Here are some words worth heeding.

A Delicate Truth, by John le Carré Jihadists, defense contractors, and an evangelical CIA operative run amok in the 23rd novel from the 81-year-old bard of espionage. (May 7) Inferno, by Dan Brown The scene is Italy, symbologist Robert Langdon is the sleuth, and the mystery involves a work by a 14th-century Italian master (not named da Vinci). That’s code for “blockbuster.” (May 14) And the Mountains Echoed,

by Khaled Hosseini From The Kite Runner author, another tale of a multigenerational family and, says Hosseini, “the ways in which they nurture, wound, betray, honor, and sacrifice for one other.” (May 21)

Bad Monkey, by Carl Hiaasen Hiaasen is once again conjuring South Florida voodoo, turning the appearance of a severed limb, the antics of a medical examiner named Gomez O’Peele, and the hunches of a grizzled gumshoe into pulp-fiction hilarity. (June 11) Sisterland, by Curtis Sittenfeld In six words: identical twin psychics in St. Louis!

From the New York Times best-selling author of Prep and American Wife. (June 25) Big Girl Panties, by Stephanie Evanovich Holly has a lot to work out in the gym, including the death of her husband. Logan becomes her personal trainer. Steamy sessions ensue. Janet Evanovich has a niece. She wrote this. (July 9) Leading Man, by Benjamin Svetkey This roman à clef by a longtime Entertainment Weekly writer is part comic exposé of celebrity culture, part aching love story about losing your girl to a really big movie star. (July 30)

The Blood of Heaven,

by Kent Wascom The early 19th–century American frontier is the subject of Wascom’s buzzed-about debut.

Uncommonly, the territory forged is not the West but the rough-and-tumble South. (June 4) Blood & Beauty: The Borgias,

by Sarah Dunant As storytelling goes, the expression “You can’t make this stuff up” might have been coined for the brutal, diabolical doings of the Borgias, vividly reanimated here by a New York Times best-selling author.

(July 16)

Historical Fiction

FIRST WORDS ▶ The memories materialized slowly ... like bubbles surfacing from the darkness of a bottomless well. (from Inferno) ¶ So, then. (And the Mountains Echoed) ¶ On the hottest day of July, trolling in dead-calm waters near Key West, a tourist named James Mayberry reeled up a human arm. (Bad Monkey) ¶ The knocking began at two in the morning. (Leading Man) ¶ I was fifteen years old when my parents sent me away to the Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls. (The Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls) ¶ Continued ▷ MAY 2013 SPIRIT

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A Constellation of Vital Phenomena,

by Anthony Marra Among the most anticipated debuts of 2013, Marra’s novel spans just five days in war-torn Chechnya, where a doctor provides safety for an 8-year-old girl. (May 7) Pacific, by Tom Drury Siblings play out their rights of passage: his amid the surface temptations of the City of Angels, hers amid deep family drama in the Midwest. (May 7) Americanah, by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie From one of The New Yorker’s celebrated “20 Under 40” writers, a novel about two Nigerians separated by continents and the trials of our post-9/11 world. (May 14) The Son, by Philipp Meyer This buzz book, from the writer of American Rust, has epic sweep, capturing two centuries of American life in both poetic and unflinchingly violent images. (May 28) You Are One of Them, by Elliott Holt A friendship between 10-year-old American girls is shattered. A decade later, the truth about of one of their deaths is revealed in Cold War–era Moscow. (May 30) The Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls,

by Anton DiSclafani This stunning debut was the subject of a big-money bidding war. Not bad for a story set in Depression-era Florida and the Blue Ridge Mountains. (June 4) TransAtlantic, by Colum McCann Dublin 1845–46. Newfoundland 1919. New York 1998.

An ocean and centuries are crossed in the National Book Award–winner’s riveting exploration of history and identity. (June 4) Big Brother, by Lionel Shriver The prolific author of the chilling best seller We Need to Talk About Kevin takes on the unsettling, complex subject of obesity. (June 4) The Silver Star, by Jeanette Walls In her second novel, the author of the heartbreaking memoir The Glass Castle tells a story of two young sisters and their very wayward mother. (June 11)

History & Politics

The Guns at Last Light,

by Rick Atkinson Atkinson’s monster of a book (almost 900 pages) wraps up his Liberation Trilogy, a peerless account of the Allied forces’ transcontinental triumphs in World War II. (May 14) The Unwinding: An Inner History of the New America,

by George Packer Packer’s The Assassin’s Gate was a landmark of Iraq War reporting. In The Unwinding, he paints a portrait of America from the lives of a factory worker, a tobacco farmer, a tech billionaire, and a D.C. insider. (May 21) The Astronaut Wives Club, by Lily Koppel The Right Stuff memorably captured the heroics and human foibles of America’s Apollo astronauts. On Earth, their wives had their own rocketing adventures. (June 11)

Dead Ever After,

by Charlaine Harris The final installment of Harris’ “southern vampire mysteries” (the basis of HBO’s True Blood) is so rabidly anticipated it took a bite out of Amazon’s best sellers list months in advance. (May 7) Magician’s End: Book Three of the Chaoswar Saga,

by Raymond E. Feist Wizards, princesses, warring kingdoms.

Thirty years after it began with the publication of Magician, Feist’s epic Riftwar Cycle finally comes to an end.

(May 14) The Fall of Arthur,

by J.R.R. Tolkien This heretofore unpublished work by the author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings is a long narrative poem. We’re not talking LOTR long, but as poems go… (May 23)

SciFi & Fantasy

I would live to see one hundred and having achieved that age I see no reason to doubt it. (The Son) ¶ In Moscow I was always cold. (You Are One of Them) ¶ My sister saved my life when I was just a baby. (The Silver Star) ¶ They had endured years of waking up alone, making their kids breakfast, taking them to school and picking them up, fixing dinner and kissing them good night, promising that Daddy was thinking of them all the time. (The Astronaut Wives Club) ¶ Summer is everybody else’s party. (Visitation Street) ¶ It was only a duck pond, out at the back of the farm. (The Ocean at the End of the Lane)

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Crime & Mystery

Little Green, by Walter Mosley Mosley’s legendary private eye, Easy Rawlins, returns for the first time in six years. The scene is ’60s Los Angeles.

Murder, mayhem, and literary audacity are guaranteed. (May 14) The Fire Witness,

by Lars Kepler This is the third crime novel from “the next Stieg Larsson,” aka Lars Kepler, which is actually the pen name of Swedish couple Alexander Ahndoril and Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril. Yes, it takes two to fill Larsson’s shoes. (July 2) Visitation Street,

by Ivy Pochoda Set in the Red Hook section of Brooklyn, this debut about the disappearance of two girls on the Hudson River was snatched up by master Dennis Lehane for his crime-novel imprint.

(July 9)

Red Moon,

by Benjamin Percy The chatter around this literary thriller has been deafening. John Irving calls it Orwellian.

You’ll call it stirring and dystopian—and terrifying. (May 7) Joyland,

by Stephen King Here’s a spine-tingling trifle from the master of horror. It should keep you up until Doctor Sleep, King’s sequel to The Shining, appears in the fall.

(June 4) The Ocean at the End of the Lane,

by Neil Gaiman This storyteller’s imagination is so unbound that his work is almost uncategorizable. Fable? Horror?

Fantasy? Best to just call it Gaiman, and brace yourself for something unforgettable. (June 18)

Thriller & Horror

A Guide to Being Born,

by Ramona Ausubel Ausubel’s debut was the acclaimed novel No One Is Here Except All of Us. Here she explores birth and parenthood in a fantastical way. (May 2)

Archangel,

by Andrea Barrett Her first story collection, Ship Fever, won the National Book Award. In Archangel, Barrett sends five more stories heavenward. (August 19)

Short Stories

Anyone Who Had a Heart: My Life and Music,

by Burt Bacharach Say a little prayer that Bacharach’s memories are as bright and melodious as his music—and that his writing voice is way more mellifluous than his singing voice. (May 7)

The Outsider, by Jimmy Connors Tennis has served up superb autobiographies in the past decade, including John McEnroe’s You Cannot Be Serious and Andre Agassi’s Open. Is this another ace? (May 14)

Fairyland: A Memoir of My Father, by Alysia Abbott Raised by a bisexual dad in San Francisco, Abbott had difficult choices to make when AIDS afflicted her father and upended her dreams of an independent life. (June 3)

Doc, by Dwight Gooden Few athletes have soared as high—and flamed out as spectacularly—as Mets pitching ace Doc Gooden. Has recovery from addiction been his greatest win? (June 4)

Run, Brother, Run, by David Berg It’s an unpleasant piece of pop-culture trivia: Who was one of the victims of Woody Harrelson’s hit-man dad? The answer: this author’s brother. Here’s the story. (June 11)

Ava Gardner: The Secret Conversations,

by Peter Evans and Ava Gardner Gardner was an actress of mythic wiles. But how does someone dish on Hollywood’s most famous men more than two decades after her death? Here’s how. (July 2)

The Telling Room: A Tale of Love, Betrayal, Revenge, and the World’s Greatest Piece of Cheese, by Michael Paterniti Inarguably, this is the only memoir ever to begin in an Ann Arbor deli and peak in the Castilian village of Guzman, where a wedge of queso leads to murderous impulses. (July 30)

He cannot sleep. (Red Moon) ¶ The grandmothers—dozens of them—find themselves at sea. (A Guide to Being Born) ¶ No one can say when the unwinding began—when the coil that held Americans together in its secure and sometimes stifling grip first gave way. (The Unwinding) ¶ When I was a kid, everyone in my family called me Happy. (Anyone Who Had a Heart) ¶ Whenever my father described the two-room apartment he shared with my mother on Peachtree Street, he told me about the fish. (Fairyland) MAY 2013 SPIRIT

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WHAT DO WE LEAVE BEHIND? FOR ONE FATHER, THE QUESTION HAS COME UP EARLY IN LIFE. AND EVERY THOUGHT HE HAS IS FOR HIS SONS.

By LT. COL. MARK M. WEBER Photo illustrations by ADAM VOORHES

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Troupers Weber and his sons (from left) Noah, Joshua, and Matthew

ark Weber was a highly decorated soldier (Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, Combat Action Badge) who had advanced rapidly through the military hierarchy. In June 2010, Gen. David Petraeus tapped the young lieutenant colonel to serve as a military advisor with the Afghan parliament.

Weeks later, during his medical screening, the 38-year-old father of three was told he had stage IV intestinal cancer. • Mark responded like the leader he is, drawing up a plan, marshaling his forces, and gaining the high ground. He decided to use his remaining days to write letters to his three sons, giving them the lessons he wouldn’t be able to teach them over the long run. The letters became Tell My Sons…, a selfpublished book about courage and “honest failure,” about choosing adventure over the easy path, about laughter and joy in a purposeful life. It provides a framework for any parent’s question: “What do you tell your children when life doesn’t go the way we want it to?” • At this writing, Mark is still fighting the good fight, but, he tells us, “It isn’t pretty.” The following excerpt—culled from several different passages of Mark’s book—captures his bold spirit and a rare kind of emotional openness and bravery. We hope his story inspires you as much as it inspires us. —The Editors THE FORCE IS STRONG The entire medical team at the Mayo Clinic was unanimous in their assessment: There was no path to comfort.

The team proposed a massive, radical surgery called “the Whipple-plus.”

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rewire a great deal of my insides.

The “plus” would remove 60 percent of my liver but only half of the cancer, with plans to come back for the rest later. The doctors were incredibly upbeat, but they offered more caveats than a car commercial.

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Forget the cancer. The surgery alone would result in months of severe physical disability, an overnight change in lifestyle (eating, activity, leisure, work, social interaction), and just as much cancer left inside my body as the doctors planned to take out.

The surgical team performed five Whipples per week, but they didn’t conceal their inexperience with the Whipple-plus or sugarcoat its risks.

With the surgery, I might die soon, they said; without it, I would die soon.

It wasn’t a hard decision for me. If I was going down, I’d go down fighting.

When choosing how and what to tell you boys about the cancer, your mother and I decided early on that if you were expected to endure the crash landing, you had better be on board for the takeoff.

Bad news does not get better with time. Sooner or later, the people you know and love are going to find out. Who do you want them to hear it from, you or someone else? And if they hear it from someone else, what are the chances your bad news becomes something worse? As in, “Why would you keep something this important from me?”

Keeping things quiet until we had more information was not an option for us, because the news was already floating on Facebook like a stray bullet. Joshua and Noah, you were only 10 years old and had no cellphones or computers; and Matthew, you were in New Mexico at the Philmont Boy Scout Camp, where there was no reception. We needed to get to you before the news did, but not before

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you finished your camp.

Philmont is a rite of passage for scouts, and you were only a day or two from completing it as a 14-yearold. You had already hiked 75 miles and seven mountain peaks (with 8,000 to 9,000 foot elevation) with a 50-pound pack over 11 days—every single day in some rain, and three full days in rain and fog. The last thing I wanted you to hear as you reveled in this amazing achievement was an accidental, “Hey, sorry about your dad” from one of your comrades or scout leaders.

My deployment provided a perfect cover story for rushing you home, and I swear I could hear the theme song to Mission: Impossible in the background as we went to work. We ensured you were whisked away as soon as you came off the trail, and then we disabled your phone and shut down your Facebook page.

With all you boys home, and with a diagnosis and plan in hand for what would come next, we broke the news. In reflecting upon what and how much to share, it was helpful to remind ourselves that entire books had been written on this subject.

We knew we had to separate the

things that needed to be addressed now from the things that could be addressed later.

One question ended up guiding our thinking: What are you going to see or hear in the next two to four weeks?

Since there’s almost five years between you, we told you separately—first Matthew, then all three of you together. We gave you the same message but presented it in different ways, based on your age and personality. Because of our army life, this wasn’t the first time we’d had the “what if something really bad happens to Dad” talk. And before each of my deployments, we had discussed the immense responsibility you needed to assume while I was away, whether I survived or not.

I organized my thoughts in writing and rehearsed before talking to you.

“Boys, I know you’re smart little buggers, and you’ve probably noticed a lot of stuff going on around you this past week, right?”

Noah, you slowly nodded. “I have seen Mom’s face looks red around the eyes a lot.” You noted the number of sad people you had seen coming and going. “And I think I heard

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Grandma Coughlin say something about you and cancer when she was on the phone last week.” (I wasn’t mad about this misstep, only reminded that kids see and hear a lot more than grown-ups think.) The calm in your voice told me you knew the information but didn’t understand it.

“I do have cancer,” I said. “I know it doesn’t look like it, but I am very, very sick inside.”

Noah, your face transformed much like Mom’s had in the doctor’s office.

You started sobbing and reached for her leg. Joshua and Matthew, you sat stone-faced, but I knew you were processing your emotions inside.

“Why are you crying?” I asked quietly.

“Because you’re gonna die,” you said as you rolled your eyes.

I switched back to a softer tone.

“You may not see me cry much, but I do cry. I get scared, and I do get mad about this cancer thing. You’re probably going to experience those same feelings, and you need to know that’s okay. It’s okay to be sad, mad, frustrated, scared, and even to enjoy a little denial every once in a while. But you cannot stay there.”

When I was a young soldier, I explained, we performed training missions that lasted all day and most of the night for up to a week at a time.

“When someone on the team got tired, we stopped and took a knee to rest. But we always got back up, and we never quit ... never. Just like those young soldiers, we can all take a knee too, but if we don’t get back up and move out, we’re likely going

I took the opportunity, as I usually did, to use my Yoda voice from Star Wars: “Anger, fear, aggression—the dark side of the Force, they are.”

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I tried to address all three of you in my reply. “Well, that’s part of why Mom and I are talking with all of you now—to help you understand what’s happening. I won’t lie to you. I might die soon, but I’m not dead yet, and I have been given a chance that lots of people don’t get.”

Then I deliberately switched to a stern voice, the one I use for discipline. “I’ve been given a chance to fight, boys, and that is exactly what I’m going to do. You need to know this fight is going to be pretty easy right now—getting smart about this stuff and doing good planning, strategizing, preparing. But it’s going to get a lot harder. In a few weeks, you’re going to see your dad knocked down hard, and I’m going to be in the hospital for a long time. I ... am going ... to look ... rough. Those will be the days that I may not look like ‘me,’ but I’ll be in there—fighting.”

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to fall to pieces in that place.” I told you that soldiers aren’t always happy about doing what must be done, but we do it.

This fight had to be done, too.

“We’re all going to get through this together as a team,” I said.

We continued, discussing the healthy things you could do, like talking to your school counselor, or swimming or playing to direct your mind and your energies. We also discussed the unhealthy things you should avoid when “dealing” with your emotions and how vulnerable those emotions would make you. For example, your anger, fear, or sadness about the cancer may lead you to conclude that nothing matters anymore, and things you’ve never considered before—smoking a cigarette, trying alcohol, telling an adult to shut up, or taking your anger out on a friend— suddenly seem OK.

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I’m sure you remember that I took the opportunity, as I usually did with the subject of emotions, to use my Yoda voice from Star Wars: “Anger, fear, aggression— the dark side of the Force, they are.

Easily they flow, quick to join you in the fight. Consume you, it will, as it did Obi-Wan’s apprentice.”

You all smiled dismissively, as if this were not the time to joke. But I know you all love and relate to Star Wars. This was your language.

Part of me desperately wanted to shield you from the pain and suffering. I decided against it, because I don’t think you or any child needs a shield. In fact, I think kids are more adaptable and resilient than most adults.

Pain and suffering are inevitable in this life, and shielding you from it won’t help when you’re on your own—whether I’m dead or not. My focus since the diagnosis is no different than it was before the diagnosis—to help you think about how to navigate the hardships you’re certain to face in life, not how to avoid them.

You don’t need a buffer. That’s not what I’m here for, and that sure wasn’t what I was doing when I told you the news. What you need more than anything is a shepherd.

I hope you know that’s what Mom and I have tried to be for you.

night was filled with adrenaline as we prepared for the excitement of Raceway Park in Shakopee, Minnesota.

In many ways, the emotional ups and downs I experienced later in life always paled in comparison to watching Dad—aka “Dynamite Denny”—race his black, gold-trimmed ’57 Chevy around a quarter-mile asphalt track every

summer. It had painted flames on its hood and front fenders, a whiteand-red-trimmed “26” emblazoned on its door panels and roof, and slightly canted front tires that helped with steering on the steep banks of each turn.

The deep-throated grumble of that 350-cubic-inch small-block engine with no muffler filled my young sense with a strength and

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power that seemed supernatural.

We knew those races were coming every week, but Dad always startled us when he fired up the engine to put it on the trailer for the race. My brothers and I knew nothing of racing outside of Minnesota, so his races may as well have been Nascar events.

At the track, we would head to the back of the grandstand, where

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our own 20-lap “hobby stock” footrace around those trees. Bumping was allowed, but anything too rough would earn a black flag out of the race—a ruling that was selfadministered because we were gentlemen, after all.

Two things we always wanted but were never allowed to do: drive with Dad to the track and hang out in the pits during the race. After it was over, everyone was allowed into the pits, but not knowing what happened during the race gave it a mystical quality. To conjure a feeling of intense anticipation today, I need only remember what it was like waiting for those big wooden doors to open.

One night we approached a chaotic scene in the car stall where my dad parked his truck and trailer.

Something was wrong, and tensions were high. A fight? No. Someone badly hurt? Worse. Dad’s racecar had been “claimed.” An arcane and rarely practiced rule of racing in those days said if you won a race, another driver could claim your car for $150. In return, you would get his car, which was presumed to be a piece of crap.

It speaks to the enduring power of human emotion that here and now, some 30 years later, my eyes fill with tears when I recall that day.

My brothers and I quietly sobbed as we watched that dirty dog Gene Kreuger drive off with our beloved No. 26. Hate is a strong word, but that’s what I felt that night.

And what did we get in exchange? A pink car with a plain white “X2” painted on its doors.

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We were horrified. Not only had we suffered the indignity of having our car taken, but we got an abomination in return.

Dad was stone-faced. He and his crew scoured the pits that night for every can of black spray paint they could find. It was 11 p.m., and everyone was tired and ready to go home, but he wasn’t leaving those pits until he made that car his.

The next weekend, after seven nights in the garage with his pit crew, he took that car out onto the track and not only beat Gene Kreuger, but won the feature race.

There was no boasting or thumbing of noses at Kreuger. The victory alone was enough.

So, what do we do when life doesn’t go the way we want it to? My father’s lesson to me was unspoken but loud and clear: The car is important, but it is determination, attitude, and a team that wins the race.

Of course we believed you were capable, but this spotlight-seeking was completely uncharacteristic.

We went to the choir concert with the expectation of seeing an overambitious freshman get an A for effort, but we were in for a surprise. Your voice boomed, you were in complete harmony with the piano, and we were enlightened.

A few months later, you sang

again. We were better prepared this time but still in a state of disbelief. Looking at the program, we learned you had earned a varsity letter and were one of three students voted by your peers as Most Valued Choir Member—two distinctions you hadn’t mentioned to us. While we were attempting to process that information, the performance began.

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Matthew, you were a shy and quiet high school freshman, a personality you’ve carried in the extreme since birth, at least around your parents. Several months after my massive surgery, you said you were trying out for a solo in the school choir. Mom and I dismissed the idea, thinking you probably just meant a tryout for the choir itself.

After weeks of updates, you came home and yelled to me in the backyard, “Hey, Dad, I got the solo!” I went to your mom and said, “He’s serious. What the heck do you think is going on here? Can you see him singing a freakin’ solo?”

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The song was listed as “Tell My Father,” which neither of us had heard. You not only sang in tune, but with a conviction and emotion that was foreign to me until that moment.

“Tell my father that his son didn’t run … or surrender. That I bore his name with pride … as I tried … to remember … you are judged by what you do, while passing through.”

My eyes burst with tears as I tried to catch my breath. The rest of the choir joined you, and the words continued to strip me bare to the bone. The song was a ballad about an American Civil War soldier, telling an unknown messenger to tell his father that he wore his blue uniform—the same dress uniform I wear today—with pride, that he bore the necessary sacrifice, that he had become a man, and that his father should not cry for him.

I could see you belting out the words with great emotion as you glanced at us periodically out of the corner of your eye.

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Did you really understand the full meaning behind the song? Your solo contained words and ideas you’d heard from me on countless occasions, particularly since my diagnosis—to be strong and courageous in the face of the unknown, and that you are judged by your actions in life. And of course you knew my passion for soldiering, but did you also remember my intense interest in the American Civil War? Or was that theme just coincidental? You were always quiet about your emotions and thoughts, particularly with the cancer, and I desperately wanted to believe you were communicating directly to me through song.

“Tell him we will meet again … where the angels learn to fly. Tell him we will meet as men, for with honor … did I die.”

It was the last song of the concert.

I didn’t know what to expect from you as you quietly approached me with a stoic look on your face. I tried to keep it together as I reached out to you, without a word, and quickly pulled you tight into my chest as the tears uncontrollably filled my eyes again. I felt your body softly jostle a bit in my arms as you gently cried, squeezed me just a little tighter, and said, “I love you, Dad.” I chuckled out of embarrassment.

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emotion. They made my throat tighten more. I tried to lighten the moment, for both our sakes.

“My God, it sounded like you were singing to me, buddy.”

“I was, Dad,” you said.

EYES WIDE OPEN Countless readers of my online journal [Ed. note: tellmysons.com] have apologized for laughing while they’ve had tears in their eyes over the past two years. I propose to you that there is a time and a place for crying and laughing. And figuring out how to cry and laugh at hardship or death is a skill worth honing into a fine art when you’re young.

Have you ever noticed how laughing babies never fail to bring us a smile and a warm feeling no matter how we feel? Endorphins don’t just happen; you have to find a laughter trigger.

Do you boys remember the times I got you to laugh when you were sad or mad? I’d get you to crack, but you tried like hell to keep that smile or laugh from coming through. You refused it.

We all seem to find it much easier to let ourselves cry. See what happens when you let yourself laugh.

Many times in a good life, you’ll laugh until you cry. And many other times, you’ll cry until you laugh. In the end, laughing and crying are more like cousins than strangers. They’re how honest human beings respond to a life they allow themselves to love, and my hope is that you have plenty of tears in your life—of all kinds.

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SeaWorld’s Manta coaster sends riders spinning.

With so many thrills, the theme parks of Orlando are always worth exploring. But there’s plenty more on tap in the City Beautiful—we’re talking global flavors, top-notch museums, even serene forests.

Whether you’re searching for wildlife, wine, or a wild ride, follow our guide to a slew of fun-filled options. Off we go!

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BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE HERE

Which is most likely to be found in your home?

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SEEING GREEN

The TurtleTrek experience at SeaWorld opened in April 2012.

THEN YOUR MOST IDEAL HOTEL IS…

The RitzCarlton Orlando Practice your swing on the Greg Norman– designed course at this relaxing getaway, set among peaceful lakes and gardens.

Grand Bohemian Hotel Contemporary paintings, ceramics, and other works fill the on-site gallery at this downtown spread, designed in early 20th– century European style.

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Catering to youngsters, this year-old hotel features themed rooms inspired by animated favorites such as Cars and Finding Nemo.

WHETHER YOU’RE YOUNG OR YOUNG AT HEART…

GETTING THERE Fly into Orlando International Airport (MCO), about 10 miles southeast of downtown. orlandoairports.net

Think you’ve experienced all that Orlando’s theme parks have to offer? You might be wrong. Last December, Walt Disney World’s New Fantasyland made its debut in the Magic Kingdom, bringing with it the Enchanted Forest, inspired by Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid, and Storybook Circus, based on the floppy-eared favorite, Dumbo. And at SeaWorld, you can now glide through massive glaciers in 30-degree temps and land in a penguin colony filled with 250 waddling birds, thanks to Antarctica: Empire of the Penguins, which opens this month. When you’re ready to wind down, head to Universal Studios for Cinematic Spectacular, an 18-minute video montage featuring quick snippets of classic flicks projected onto high-tech water screens in a peaceful lagoon. Now that’s cinematic glory. disneyworld.com, seaworld.com, universal orlando.com Your adventure continues…

Which point of view do you prefer?

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Go Park Hoppin’

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Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin™, at SeaWorld® Orlando, is an epic new attraction that transports you into the icy world of the penguin like never before. Experience the majestic grandeur of the South Pole and see it through the penguins’ eyes on an exhilarating, all-family adventure ride. Then, step out and explore their colony in an expanse that envelops you in cool extremes: bringing you above and below their icy world. It’s a thrilling, chilling experience your family won’t forget.

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Catch Swing Fever STRAP YOURSELF IN AND…

Thrill rides are nothing new in Orlando, but throw in panthers and snakes, and now you have our attention. That’s the draw at Forever Florida, a 4,700-acre wildlife conservation area located an hour south of Orlando in St. Cloud. This utopia is home to one of the highest concentrations of endangered and threatened species in the state, and you’ll see them in a whole new light when you embark on a zip-line safari. Zoom Tarzan-style over

forested wetlands, and look out for George, the gator who laid down roots here more than 60 years ago. Pining for more? Take a spin on the country’s first zip-line coaster, which swoops along a 1,000-foot cable laced with vertical and horizontal shifts.

If you prefer to stay grounded, horseback and open-air coach safaris are also offered.

With the number of black bears who call this place home, we’re not sure which option is more daring. foreverflorida.com

Showcase of Citrus Load up on more than 50 types of fruit, including uncommon varieties of oranges, grapefruit, and tangerines, at this citrus grove 30 miles southwest of Orlando.

Paddleboard Orlando Cruise the canals of Winter Park, an Orlando suburb, during a stand-up paddleboarding lesson with this outfitter, which also rents out gear.

What’s required to complete your ideal evening?

PICKUP LINE

The zip-line safari reaches heights of up to 68 feet.

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Your adventure continues…

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GETTING AROUND Many hotels offer complimentary shuttles to area theme parks. If your itinerary includes further exploring, renting a car is your best option. visitorlando.com/transportation

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GETTING OUT Nearly 500 actors, musicians, and dancers take the stage at the Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival held May 15–28. orlandofringe.org

MISSION COMPLETE

Atlantis traveled more than 100 million miles during its career.

Which makes your stomach happier?

THEN PLEASE YOUR PALATE AT…

Johnnie’s Hideaway Macadamia shrimp, lobster alfredo, and blackened red snapper are just a few of the dishes that reel hungry guests into this Caribbeanstyle seafood haven.

4 Rivers Smokehouse At this barbecue joint, which serves its fingerlickin’ goods at three locations around Orlando, it’s worth waiting in line for the smoked chicken smothered in signature sweet-andtangy sauce.

Blast Into Space PREPARE FOR TAKEOFF AND...

Where does a space shuttle go to retire? Kennedy Space Center, about 45 miles east of Orlando, of course. NASA’s launch headquarters is the permanent home of Atlantis, whose final landing in July 2011 marked the end of the agency’s shuttle program. On June 29, the famed orbiter will be unveiled inside its new $100 million digs. Though touching isn’t allowed, parts of the shuttle’s interior, including its living quarters, will be on display. If you’re looking for a more fast-paced adventure, check out the Shuttle Launch Experience, a cross between a thrill ride and a flight simulator that lets you feel the force of a 17,500 mph liftoff. Back on Earth, don’t miss the historic Rocket Garden, where iconic spacecraft like the Atlas now reside. That’s what we call a blast from the past. kennedyspacecenter.com Your adventure continues…

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Cask & Larder Sip on Olde Southern Wit, a Belgian-style wheat beer made at the microbrewery inside this intimate restaurant, where meat is cured on-site for dishes like suckling pig boudin.

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What do you consider the perfect ending to a meal?

K Restaurant Sweets lovers swarm this laid-back eatery for its famed desserts, including chocolatecovered-bacon ice cream and coconut cheesecake.

Raise Your Glass STILL THIRSTY? SWITCH TO WINE AND…

There are some locales where you’d expect to find exceptional wineries. Orlando hasn’t been one of them—until now.

Quantum Leap Winery opened its doors in October, but owners Jill Ramsier and David Forrester aren’t in the business of making Florida wine. Rather, juice from grape-growing regions around the world is shipped to their facility, where it’s finished, blended, and packaged. “Our goal is to produce and transport wines to con-

Pharmacy Enter this speakeasystyle watering hole through its unmarked entrance, and order a “Proper,” a carbonated cocktail made with rum, vodka, and lime.

Orlando Science Center Space cadets can continue their quest at this hands-on learning hub by exploring galaxy collisions, black holes, and constellations.

sumers in an environmentally friendly way,” says Ramsier. Whenever possible, Quantum Leap packages its product in lightweight bottles, which reduces their carbon footprint by up to 40 percent.

Thirsty patrons can try samples in the tasting room (open Thursday through Saturday) or at Wine Down, a spirited event complete with live music and food trucks, held the second Friday of every month. Cheers! quantumleapwinery.com

WATCH THIS To see some of our adventures come to life, visit our YouTube channel, SWASpiritMagazine.

And when youˇre done…

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Buy a bottle of Kaley’s Rescue Red, named after the winery’s dog.

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HUSTLE & FLOW

Downtown’s Lake Eola Park is a natural spot to take a break.

Orlando It’s time for the biggest adventure of all: living here.

Many come for the famed theme parks but stay for the sunny days.

And the endless entertainment. And the thriving health care industry. Whatever the reason, Orlando has a way of working its magic on people. Just ask the 2 million residents who decided that a vacation here wasn’t enough. To find out what makes life so alluring in this Central Florida city, we culled the vital stats and caught up with a few of the area’s savviest locals. Thinking about relocating to O-Town? Read on.

City Profile

• With a population of 2.1 million, Greater Orlando consists of four counties: Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole.

• The average high in May is 88 degrees.

• The median age of Greater Orlando residents is 37.6.

• As of February, the median home price was $133,000.

• With more than 55 million guests in 2012, Greater Orlando is the country’s most visited destination.

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More than just neurosurgeons, our team is comprised of leaders in the field of brain and spine surgery. From award-winning discoveries to teaching other physicians about the latest surgical techniques, our neurosurgeons are using the most innovative approaches to treat the never-been-possible-before. We have the best tools in the country that enable us to operate with the highest levels of accuracy and precision, including state-of-the-art operating suites with imaging capabilities that can take live images before, after, and most importantly, during surgery. In fact, we are the only hospital in the Southeastern United States offering this level of technology and patient safety. Florida Hospital Orlando is where these neurosurgeons will take on the toughest challenges.

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Pedestrianfriendly Winter Park is chockfull of shops and restaurants.

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“Orlando is home to many Hard Rock venues, including our cafe, an amazing hotel, a bustling Hard Rock Live, and the company’s corporate office. This city is known to be a family destination and a convention hub, but we also have a vibrant music and nightlife scene, hosting everyone from local bands to musical superstars. At Hard Rock, we specialize in travel and hospitality. Being in Orlando, we’re arguably in the epicenter of the world for both.”

—Hamish Dodds President & CEO Hard Rock International

“The Florida Hospital system is comprised of 22 facilities in the state, and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best in the country. Orlando is an emerging hub of medical research and innovation, and world-class physicians are drawn here because the community invests heavily in medicine and science. Orlando and Central Florida are becoming attractive areas to relocate to, even over traditional industry hubs. The cost of living is lower, the weather is moderate, and it’s easily accessible to national and international destinations.”

—David Banks CEO Florida Hospital Orlando

“SeaWorld is about making connections to the natural world.

It’s a place you never get tired of because there are so many different elements, from incredible shows to thrilling rides and amazing animal attractions. And although Orlando revolves around the theme park industry, there’s more to it than that. The culture, arts, and business communities are growing at a fast pace, especially in the medical field.”

—Terry Prather Park President SeaWorld, Aquatica, and Discovery Cove in Orlando

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What’s in a nickname?

In the case of California and its alias, the Golden State, it represents a picture-perfect trademark for a destination that can only be regarded as a certified treasure. And while the label’s origin actually traces back to the discovery of gold in the region, the California of today, with endless miles of sublime coastline, the bright lights of Hollywood, centers of culture and wonders of nature, gleams like a crown jewel just waiting to be revered.

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San Diego A remarkably diverse area with nearby access to ocean, mountain and desert, San Diego, the second largest city in California, is a real-world paradise ideal for doing everything or nothing at all. Day upon day of blue skies and mild climate make it easy to enjoy the numerous parks and fairs, outdoor restaurants, golf courses and spas; the city’s 70 miles of pristine beaches are perfect for outdoor recreation and water sports, or if the mood strikes, some prime R&R.

CHEW The fish taco has evolved into San Diego’s signature delicacy, and local institution South Beach Bar & Grille serves up one of the city’s most delectable versions. Its location in the heart of Ocean Beach is the perfect setting to enjoy one of the worldfamous mahimahi tacos. Locals and visitors can wash it down with one of the restaurant’s more than 40 beers or 22 tequilas while watching the sun set behind the rolling surf.

SIP Named the top beer town in America

by Men’s Journal in 2009, San Diego is serious about its craft beers, with more than 40 breweries throughout the city.

Innovative establishments like Stone Brewing Co. and Karl Strauss are some of the bigger names that have set a standard for the ever-expanding roster of microbreweries. San Diego’s brewing renaissance helped it garner more medals at the 2010 World Beer Cup than traditional beer nations England, Germany and Belgium combined.

SEE As if spending the day exploring the more than 60 rides, shows and attractions at LEGOLAND® California Resort isn’t enough, you’ll now have the option of spending the night in the plastic block utopia. Opened on April 5, the hotel’s 250 guest rooms are themed among three popular LEGO lines: Pirate, Kingdom or Adventure.

Perfect for families with children 2-12, this interactive park is worth the stay, featuring the world’s first LEGOLAND® Water Park highlighted by a 45-foot-tall tower and more than 20 LEGO models. You also won’t want to miss the water-filled battle at Pirate Reef and the new LEGO Legends of Chima 4D Movie X-perience.

RELAX A sublime coastal resort set on a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and Coronado Bay, the redesigned Loews Coronado Bay Resort was labeled one of the “Top 10 Family Beach Vacations in the U.S. and Caribbean” by Parents magazine. The property’s 440 oceaninspired guest rooms and suites, direct access to Silver Strand State Beach and panoramic views reflect its authentic California spirit.

June 8–July 4, 2013 Get ready to play at the San Diego County Fair, where the 2013 theme “Game On!” plants the spotlight on the modern evolution of classic games from the past. The fourth largest fair in North America and the biggest annual event in San Diego County, this year’s edition runs from June 8 to July 4 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

The Toyota Summer Concert Series, the Fair’s premier event, features The Beach Boys, REO Speedwagon, Steve Miller Band, Martina McBride, Bad Company, Train, Adam Lambert and more.

Other highlights are the San Diego County Fair Wine Festival, the Big Bite Bacon Festival with a number of creative bacon dishes and the San Diego International Beer Festival, the largest of its kind on the West Coast.

Numerous exhibits, thrilling rides, fair food, shopping and family fun complete the package.

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The epitome of Southern California lifestyle and culture, Orange County is a sun-worshipper’s paradise with 42 miles of coastline that surfers and outdoor enthusiasts utilize as a year-round playground. Family adventure resorts, cultural festivals, shopping and dining options for every taste are present throughout the OC, while a short trip inland reveals a stunning array of wilderness parks and natural wonders.

CHEW Experience a feast of the eyes and appetite at Medieval Times in Buena Park, where a four-course banquet is paired with a stirring live jousting tournament that transports you back to the 11th century in Medieval Spain. While cheering for one of six Knights squaring off in the joust and other displays of horsemanship and falconry, you’ll dine on garlic bread, tomato bisque soup, roasted chicken, spare ribs, herb-basted potatoes and pastry of the Castle.

The family-friendly, European-style castle also features a full-service bar, dance floor, a Hall of Arms elaborately decorated with medieval artifacts and a Museum of Torture. With limited seating at the Castle, reservations are strongly recommended.

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in classic cocktails such as the Old Fashioned and Manhattan alongside modernized American comfort food. Honored by OC Weekly for “Best Bar in Orange County” in 2012, the cozy restaurant/bar also landed on LA Weekly’s Pulitzer Prize–winning food critic Jonathan Gold’s list of Los Angeles’ 55 best cocktails in 2011 for their mezcalinfused creation, Sweet Bricia.

California beach retreat that effortlessly blends comfort and elegance.

The perfect seaside destination for a calming retreat or memorable wedding reception, the resort features 250 craftsman-style guest rooms with ocean-view balconies and luxury amenities, along with a full-service spa and distinctive dining options just steps from Laguna Beach’s celebrated arts community.

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SEE With a nickname like Surf City USA®, it’s little wonder that Huntington Beach is the center of surf activity in Orange County. Surfing culture is present everywhere along the miles of sandy beaches, from locals carving up waves to countless swimwear and surf shops, the International Surf Museum and the Surfers’ Hall of Fame. The area is home to major pro surf competitions that include the biggest surf contest in the world, the U.S. Open of Surfing that runs July 20–28.

DO Orange County’s natural beauty extends well beyond its sun-splashed beaches, and perhaps no other destination in the region exemplifies this visual allure better than the 7,000acre Laguna Coast Wilderness Park.

Located in the San Joaquin Hills, it’s one of the last remaining coastal canyons in Southern California.

Hikers, bikers, runners and horseback riders can trek through the 40 miles of trails that lead to stunningly scenic vistas and rocky bluffs towering above the canyon.

RELAX Perched atop a coastal bluff overlooking the Pacific, Montage Laguna Beach is an idyllic Southern

— Tanya Holland, Founder of Brown Sugar Kitchen

Uncover Oakland’s trendsetting foodie scene.

Get inspired by Oakland, California’s Soul-Ethiopian-Gastro-Pub-PanAsian-Wood-Fired-Vegan-Fusion-BBQ-Indian-Italian-Japanese-Food Truck cuisine. Indulge in Michelin star fine dining or down-home classics. The faire is as culturally diverse as our neighborhoods.

It’s reflective of a city that welcomes innovative chefs and adventurous diners. Oakland is the hip, new epicurean epicenter of the West Coast.

Experience Oakland—a feast for your body and soul.

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Santa Barbara Santa Barbara has earned the moniker The American Riviera, and with such an enticing package of diverse cultural influences, high-level cuisine and shopping, natural beauty and a variety of attractions, you would be hard-pressed to find someone that takes issue with that label. Need proof of its allure? The Coastal California gem was named the Los Angeles Times’ “Best Getaway” in 2012 by their neighbors to the south.

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RELAX Plan your ultimate escape to the luxuriant Santa Barbara Wine Country with a stay at the Chumash Casino Resort.

Open 24 hours a day, the resort’s exhilarating gaming floor features 2,000 slot machines and a variety of table games, while the 106 guest rooms and 17 luxury suites have garnered Four Diamond distinction from AAA. Other amenities include the pampering spa, three superb restaurants and the 1,400seat Samala Showroom that routinely hosts world-class entertainers. The May lineup is highlighted by Huey Lewis and the News and Mariachi Vargas De Tecalitlan, one of the most important groups in Mexican history.

CHEW One of the foremost purveyors of Santa Barbara’s “Wine Country Cuisine,” Bouchon has earned consistent distinction on any list of top restaurants since opening in 1998. Cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients is deftly paired with a variety of regional wines and engaging service. The restaurant’s year-round garden patio, inviting atmosphere and leisurely pace conjure French country ambiance.

SEE Dubbed the Queen of the Missions, the Santa Barbara Mission, the tenth of 21 California missions, remains the city’s chief historic and cultural landmark more than 225 years after being founded by Spanish Franciscans. Still home to an active parish, the mission’s past is reflected in its graceful architecture, 10 acres of lushly manicured gardens and a museum, graced by magnificent views from the landmark’s hillside setting above Santa Barbara.

OLD SPANISH DAYS FIESTA The area’s proud Spanish and Mexican heritage takes center stage again starting July 31 with Old Spanish Days Fiesta in Santa Barbara. Marking its 89th year, the annual celebration’s dedicated sponsors and volunteers help put on events such as the Fiesta Historical Parade, one of the largest equestrian parades in the country.

The festival’s five days of revelry are dedicated to the tradition of local culture through dancing, music, parades and events that raise funds for local charities.

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Catalina Island Just an hour by catamaran off the Southern California coast, magical Catalina Island feels like a blissful escape into a tranquil world best experienced at your own pace; locals and admirers like to call that sensation Island Time. Although you’ll never feel in a hurry, the quaint Mediterranean charm of Avalon, numerous waterfront restaurants, colorful oceanside shops, beachfront cabanas, miles of hiking trails and world-class events deliver Catalina’s distinct blend of scenic beauty and rich history. When you’re done relaxing and ready to ramp it up, embark on a zip-line tour or undersea adventure.

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Julión July 1 Álvarez “Weird July 1 Al” Yankovic: The Alpocalypse Tour “Weird Al” Yankovic: The Alpocalypse Tour July 2 Adam July 2 Lambert Adam July 4 Lambert Happy July 4 Together Tour 2013

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The greatest pop/rock artists of the ‘60s Happy Together Tour 2013 all together…on tour!

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CHEW Newly opened in 2010, the Avalon Grille’s waterfront setting on the bay creates a distinctive “al fresco” ambiance you can enjoy from the central bar or the open-air patio. The menu of American regional dishes earned the eatery Best Taste of Food distinction in 2012’s Taste Around of Avalon competition.

SEE In late May, Catalina Island celebrates the return of the island’s famous flying fish, which can soar up to 30 feet from the water. Join in on the four-day gala (May 30–June 2), starting with the Taste Around of Avalon to sample the island’s best food and drink and including a number of family-friendly activities.

DO Adrenaline junkies rejoice! Catalina Island’s new Zip Line Eco Tour begins 500 feet above Avalon through Descanso Canyon along five zip lines reaching up to 45 mph.

Six eco-station platforms let you catch your breath, learn about the island’s flora and fauna and revel in the breathtaking view. Need an extra jolt? Try the solar-lit Night Zip Tour, the first of its kind in California.

RELAX Just steps from the beach, the redesigned Pavilion Hotel and historic Hotel Atwater combine comfort and convenience. The Pavilion Hotel’s landscaped garden can be enjoyed from semi-private lanais, while the luxurious rooms include high-speed wireless Internet and iHome music centers. Built in the 1920s, Hotel Atwater features rooms and suites to fit any budget and is one of the best values on the island. The property’s free storage area for dive gear, bikes and luggage makes it a perfect spot to plan an adventure.

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Los Angeles Southern California’s most populated city, Los Angeles is a multicultural metropolis that weaves sun, sand, surf, stars and society with seamless aplomb. The City of Angels is known as the entertainment capital of the world for Hollywood’s storied history of film, TV, music and literature, but its significant arts and cultural scene, marvelous shopping and dining choices, and thriving beach society mark it as one of those “it” destinations that shouldn’t be missed.

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RELAX Hollywood’s past and present are part of the experience at Chateau Marmont, a world-class hotel rising above the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood. Patterned after a French castle-style residence, this famous L.A. institution has hosted countless celebrities, international clientele, starstruck visitors and fashionable locals. The property’s 63 rooms, cottages and bungalows are set among lush private gardens; the balconies deliver panoramic views of the city’s glittering nightlife.

CHEW In a city built on glitz and image, Animal serves up hearty, inventive recipes at a Central L.A. property that doesn’t even bother to display signage. This focus on food over scene has earned it legions of fans and gushing accolades from critics nationwide. Carnivore’s delights such as Buffalo-style pig tails and poutine with oxtail gravy brand Animal as an essential L.A. eatery.

SIP Head to The Rooftop at The Standard, Downtown L.A. for stunning panoramic views of the city, a heated swimming pool with waterbed cabanas and the recently added Biergarten, set among the hotel’s famous sculptured garden. The iconic pool situated at the skyscraper’s edge includes a bar and lounge, a live DJ every night and some of the summer’s best rooftop parties.

SEE Los Angeles’ devotion to the arts is on display at both the Getty Center and Getty Villa, two of SoCal’s most vital cultural icons. The L.A. location at the Getty Center features European and American art in the J. Paul Getty Museum, surrounded by gorgeous architecture, tranquil gardens and stunning views. An educational center and museum devoted to the antiquities of ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria, Getty Villa’s Malibu campus is set among Roman-inspired architecture and gardens.

A trip to Los Angeles wouldn’t be complete without tapping into the city’s world-class shopping. The creative center of California style, the LA Fashion District spans 100 downtown blocks, while famed shopping mecca Rodeo Drive sets the standard for luxury fashion. The Grove is a must-see shopping and entertainment district, and don’t forget the area’s outlet malls or assortment of upscale boutiques and edgy shops in spots like Venice Beach.

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Oakland With a vibrant diversity that is reflected in its ethnic influences, arts and cultural scene, dining choices and distinctive hillside neighborhoods, Oakland is a city on the rise. Locals and visitors relish an average of 260 sunny days per year, and with a location in the center of the San Francisco Bay Area, its 19 miles of shoreline, more than 100,000 acres of parks and trails, and captivating mix of historic and modern attractions are easily accessible.

CHEW Award-winning chef Tanya Holland found the perfect fit for her inspired nouveau soul food in emerging West Oakland when she opened Brown Sugar Kitchen in 2008. Serving only breakfast and lunch, the eatery draws crowds eager to savor its now legendary cornmeal waffles and fried chicken. Down-home classics such as grits with cheese, baby back ribs and Creole shrimp are perfectly accented by the soul music grooving in the background.

DO Oakland boasts a significant art scene with an ever-growing roster of culturally

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diverse artists. Presented by Pro Arts gallery, East Bay Open Studios connects aficionados with more than 400 artists drawn from 14 cities in the East Bay during the first two weekends of June.

Their studios are opened to the public, revealing a glimpse into the creative process and giving collectors direct access to purchase their works. Started in 1979, the event is the largest of its kind in the region and draws more than 60,000 visitors annually.

SEE One of Oakland’s rare jewels, Lake Merritt is the nation’s largest urban saltwater lake, encompassing 140 acres surround-

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Its Lakeside Park home supports Children’s Fairyland, a popular storybook theme park set on its shores; other attractions include kayak or paddleboat rentals, multiple gardens and the Junior Center of Arts & Science.

RELAX Designed to reflect the unique atmosphere of the Oakland waterfront, the nautically themed Waterfront Hotel was renovated in 2008 as a centerpiece of culture, cuisine and commerce in East Bay. Situated in delightful Jack London Square just a few steps from the Alameda/Oakland ferry, the hotel’s 145 spacious guest rooms allow for easy access to the area’s unique nightlife, shopping and dining. Rent a kayak or charter a boat for a personal tour of the Bay Area.

a two-night vacation package for two at Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Barbara!

PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Two (2) tickets on Southwest Airlines • Two (2)-night hotel stay at Chumash Casino Resort or Hotel Corque—both located in the beautiful Santa Barbara wine country.

• Dinner for two (2) at The Willows, a AAA Four Diamond award-winning restaurant.

• $100 in slot free play

To enter, go to SPIRITMAG.COM and register by May 31, 2013. (ONLY ONE ENTRY PER PERSON.) OFFICIAL RULES: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE AN ENTRANT’S CHANCE OF WINNING. To enter, go to spiritmag.com, and click on the Sweepstakes. Entries must be received no later than midnight, May 31, 2013. Entrants must be at least 21 years of age. Employees of Pace Communications, Inc., Southwest Airlines, participating travel partners, all contest sponsors and their immediate families are not eligible. The winner will be selected in a random drawing at Pace Communications, 1301 Carolina Street, Greensboro, NC 27401, by July 15, 2013. Only one entry per person is allowed. Odds of winning are dependent upon number of entries received. For a list of winners, send selfaddressed, stamped #10 envelope to SOUTHWEST AIRLINES SPIRIT SWEEPS/California, Pace Communications, 1301 Carolina Street, Greensboro, NC 27401. The winner will be notified (by email or phone). If the winner does not agree with the rules of the contest, or does not meet the requirements of eligibility to enter this contest, he/she will be excluded as a possible prize winner. Federal, state and local taxes are the responsibility of the winner. The Approximate Retail Value of the prize package is $1,600. The winner will receive a 1099 IRS tax form. Void where prohibited by law, and all federal, state and local laws apply. Prizes are non-refundable, non-transferable, are not redeemable for cash, and may not be substituted.

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With a natural allure that is seemingly boundless, New Mexico’s enchanting landscapes, deep blue skies and jaw-dropping views inspired photographer Ansel Adams to call this singular destination “the most completely beautiful place I have ever seen.”

Wondrous outdoor appeal is only the start, accented by a diversity of culture that serves to inspire the distinctive art and architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, treasure trove of attractions and historical monuments making up this real-life playground.

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CHEW Set in a hacienda dating back to the early 1700s, Church Street Café is all about tradition, with a menu that offers up a wealth of classic New Mexican specialties four generations old. In addition to the mouthwatering carne adovada, award-winning salsa and vegetarian options, the lauded Old Town restaurant features excellent live music and comfortable patio dining; ask to be seated in the secret garden on sunny days.

SIP New Mexico is the oldest wineproducing region in the country, and the acclaimed Gruet Winery produces some of the finest award-winning sparkling and still wines in the entire state. Visitors can enjoy a sampling of five select wines or choose the reserve tasting on the newly remodeled patio while taking home a souvenir champagne or wine glass. If you and your group are in the mood for a private party, Gruet’s Barrel Room hosts events for up to 30 people.

DO The temperate climate, gentle winds and clear blue skies that grace Albuquerque year-round present perfect conditions for the more than 300 resident balloonists who have helped the city earn the label “Hot Air Ballooning Capital of the World.”

Numerous hot air balloon companies will take you up for an unforgettable experience on a daily basis. Also, don’t miss a visit to the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum, the world’s premier facility dedicated to ballooning.

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RELAX A lavish oasis nestled near the base of the Sandia Mountains, Sandia Resort & Casino combines luxurious accommodations, Vegas-style gaming and high-caliber entertainment accented with New Mexico’s Pueblo heritage.

Majestic views of nearby Albuquerque, the Rio Grande Valley and mountain ranges are a highlight of the 228 spacious, well-appointed guest rooms.

Indulge yourself at the Green Reed Spa or with fine dining on the rooftop.

Golf on the longest desert links course in New Mexico and experience the casino that features more than 140,000 square feet of your favorite games.

The dazzling new mountain terrace creates a spectacular setting for wedding celebrations and special events.

Since it was founded more than 300 years ago, historic Old Town has been regarded as the heart and cultural center of Albuquerque.

San Felipe de Neri Church was completed in 1793, making it the oldest in the city, and its white adobe towers mark Old Town for visitors when seen from a distance.

Other highlights include museums such as the Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, numerous restaurants and galleries and more than 150 shops.

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Geographically and figuratively the heart of New Mexico, Albuquerque effortlessly blends the state’s only metropolitan area and largest city with a nod to history and culture that remains unspoiled. Its wide-open, sunny skies provide a home for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, and its diverse terrain satisfies even the most extreme outdoor enthusiast and a rich heritage is vividly displayed through its museums, galleries and ethnic influences.

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Discover golf is more than just a game; it’s an experience. Unearth the tranquility you desire in our state-of-the-art spa. Take pleasure in an exceptional dining occasion in one of our many restaurants.

Marvel at a musical event unlike any other in the 4,200-seat outdoor amphitheater. Everything at Sandia is Far from Ordinary.

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Santa Fe The state capital of New Mexico, Santa Fe leads its visitors on a colorful journey invigorated by a world-class arts scene, world-renowned Southwestern cuisine and rich historical artifacts. Not to be outdone, the region’s brilliant weather and pristine natural setting at the base of the southern Rocky Mountains provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, from invigorating mountain climbing and river rafting excursions to family-friendly hiking and biking tours.

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CHEW A Santa Fe dining institution since 1953, The Shed is now under the management of the third generation of the Carswell clan, but the same great recipes have been passed down for visitors to enjoy today. Their unique cuisine blending Spanish, Mexican and Pueblo flavors has garnered numerous honors and recognition, including a James Beard Foundation Award in 2003 designating the restaurant as an “American Classic.”

SEE Art is one of the city’s prominent industries, reflecting a diversity that traverses Native American art from the surrounding Pueblo tribes, international folk art and modern multimedia installations. Well-established and up-and-coming artists peddle their art beneath the portal at the Palace of the Governors—a tradition more than 100 years old—while Canyon Road, Santa Fe’s largest art district, features close to 100 galleries in just a half-mile stretch.

DO With a city so steeped in history, it’s little wonder that a number of Santa Fe’s attractions that receive the most focus are squarely in its well-chronicled cultural center, Santa Fe Plaza.

Encircled by Pueblo, Spanish and Territorial architecture emblematic of its diverse past, the Plaza is highlighted by the San Miguel Mission, one of the nation’s oldest churches, and the city’s original palacio, the Palace of the Governors. Popular events such as the Summer Bandstand live music series also call it home.

RELAX A luxurious gateway to the natural beauty, culture and excitement of northern New Mexico, the AAA Four Diamond-rated Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino is nestled at the foot of the stunning Sangre de Cristo Mountains, just 15 minutes from downtown Santa Fe. The resort’s Pueblo-inspired exterior sets the tone for an experience that includes an award-winning 27-hole golf course, spa facilities, a state-of-the-art gaming venue and fine dining, all adorned with views of the breathtaking Pojoaque Valley.

With an almost cultlike following that has informed Santa Fe’s locals and visitors for years on what’s happening in the city’s vital arts and culture scene, the award-winning Pasatiempo has just launched online as pasatiempo magazine.com. The Santa Fe New Mexican’s weekly arts and entertainment guide, it features the most accurate, reliable event calendar in all of Santa Fe, curated each week with exacting detail. For the latest news on arts, entertainment and culture, including movie and book reviews, restaurant reviews, gallery and show openings, read about and experience what the locals love in Santa Fe through pasatiempo magazine.com.

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LA FONDA ON THE PLAZA A crown jewel of Santa Fe hospitality for more than 90 years, La Fonda on the Plaza is an authentic cultural treasure. Beginning in January 2013, an eight-month revitalization program has been launched to update the iconic hotel’s 174 unique guest rooms and suites, but more importantly, retain the style, charm and history built into its walls. The completion of the project, which was guided by comprehensive studies of the original structure, will secure La Fonda’s place as a world-class hotel for the next 100 years and build upon the authentic Santa Fe experience it delivers to visitors.

Ruidoso An authentic vacation paradise, Ruidoso’s rustic resort-town charm is enhanced by mild temperatures perfect for year-round outdoor adventure and a laid-back vibe inherent to the area. Recreational opportunities such as hiking, fishing and hunting are matched by its numerous entertainment options, including the Ruidoso Downs Race Track, two world-class casinos, distinctive shopping and dining and an arts scene reflective of the vibrant culture.

Discover the other New Mexico.

The moment you check in here, you check out of the real world. Instead of traffic, crowds and inboxes, you’re greeted with tranquil blue skies, picturesque fairways and the ultimate 19th hole just steps from the course. Reality can wait. Moments like this can’t.

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*Plus tax. $10 Resort fee added per night. Offer valid Sunday-Thursday only, April 1-May 30, 2013. Offer code: GLF13. Standard room included. Upgrades are available for an additional charge. Blackout dates on hotel and golf apply. Limited or no tee times available during golf tournaments. Golf is weather permitting (rain checks available). Tee times are not guaranteed.

Not available to groups or attendees. One offer per visit. May not be combined with other offers. Credit/debit card preauthorization or $100 cash deposit per night required upon check-in for incidentals. Must be 21 or over to reserve room. No pets allowed. Management reserves all rights. The Mescalero Apache Tribe promotes responsible gaming. For assistance, please call 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537).

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CHEW Chili (surprise!) is the inspiration for the Southwestern cuisine served up at Grill Caliente, whose owners built the foundation of the imaginative menu around numerous chiliinspired dishes. Delicious grilled items that include burgers, steaks and tacos are featured throughout, while the quality and consistency of the healthy ingredients is bolstered by locally sourcing only New Mexico beef, all-natural chicken and vegetarian options.

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Listen closely…. That’s the sound of winning flowing through 61,000 sq. ft. of Vegas-style gaming action, all within the heart of the majestic Desert Southwest. With over 1,200 slot machines, 18 gaming tables, a plush, friendly poker room and weekly slot and table tournaments, we’re Santa Fe’s playground and we’re waiting for you! Stay the weekend and experience Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino’s unique Santa Fe accommodations that were designed with your ultimate comfort and luxury in mind.

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SIP Grace O’Malley’s lets you get your Irish on in the heart of Ruidoso, serving up 24 imported and domestic drafts along with a full-service liquor bar and an inspired menu of traditional Irish dishes and classic American fare. Cozy and inviting, the interior is richly appointed with dark woods, fireplaces, fabrics and antiques that will transport you straight to the Emerald Isle.

Outdoor dining, live music and flat screens provide something for every preference.

DO The federally protected White Mountain Wilderness Area comprises 50,000 acres of primitive, unspoiled land dividing the Sacramento Mountains within the Lincoln National Forest. No motorized or mechanized vehicles (including bicycles) are allowed among the welldeveloped system of trailheads and trails, making it a spectacular venue for hikers, backpackers, horseback riders and campers who enjoy easy access or rugged terrain.

SEE A staple in Ruidoso since 1947, summer racing season gets underway at Ruidoso Downs Race Track on Memorial Day weekend and runs through Labor Day. With the exciting annual live races taking place Friday through Monday, get in on the fun and place your bets in before the 1:00 p.m. post time.

The end of the season culminates in September with the Ruidoso Downs’ signature event and the richest quarter horse race in the world—the $2.4 million All American Futurity.

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Ruidoso’s rustic resorttown charm is enhanced by mild temperatures perfect for yearround outdoor adventure and a laid-back vibe.

Enter to Fishing at Inn of the Mountain Gods

RELAX Tranquility is yours at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, situated just outside of Ruidoso in the lush green forests and picturesque mountains of Mescalero. While it’s tempting to simply enjoy the clean mountain air and magnificent views, you’ll be beckoned by the wide array of activities that features championship golf, hiking and biking, paddle boats and fishing and even big-game hunting. There are also plenty of reasons to remain on the luxurious resort grounds, including Vegasstyle gaming at a pair of casinos, fabulous dining choices, top-notch entertainers and nightlife at Club 49.

a two-night vacation package to Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino in New Mexico!

To enter, go to SPIRITMAG.COM and register by May 31, 2013. (ONLY ONE ENTRY PER PERSON.)

PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Two (2) tickets on Southwest Airlines • Two (2)-night stay at Inn of the Mountain Gods • Dinner for two (2) at Wendell’s Steak and Seafood Restaurant & Lounge • Two (2) rounds of golf at Inn of the Mountains Gold Championship Golf Course

OFFICIAL RULES: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE AN ENTRANT’S CHANCE OF WINNING. To enter, go to spiritmag.com, and click on the Sweepstakes. Entries must be received no later than midnight, May 31, 2013. Entrants must be at least 21 years of age. Employees of Pace Communications, Inc., Southwest Airlines, participating travel partners, all contest sponsors and their immediate families are not eligible. The winner will be selected in a random drawing at Pace Communications, 1301 Carolina Street, Greensboro, NC 27401,

by July 15, 2013. Only one entry per person is allowed. Odds of winning are dependent upon number of entries received. For a list of winners, send self-addressed, stamped #10 envelope to SOUTHWEST AIRLINES SPIRIT SWEEPS/New Mexico, Pace Communications, 1301 Carolina Street, Greensboro, NC 27401. The winner will be notified (by email or phone). If the winner does not agree with the rules of the contest, or does not meet the requirements of eligibility to enter this contest, he/she will be excluded as a possible prize winner. Federal, state and local taxes are the responsibility of the winner. The Approximate Retail Value of the prize package is $1,500. The winner will receive a 1099 IRS tax form. Void where prohibited by law, and all federal, state and local laws apply. Prizes are non-refundable, non-transferable, are not redeemable for cash, and may not be substituted. Round-trip airfare for two included. Selected blackout dates may apply.

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Calendar

Looking Ahead Mark your calendars for these fun-filled events held across the country in May, June, and July.

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Marvel over the miniature locomotives in Philly, drop in for a skydiving spectacle in Tampa, and start your engines for the Indy 500.

George W. Bush Presidential Center

Nestled in the serene, parklike campus of Southern Methodist University, the long-in-the-works George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum finally opens its doors to the public. And its collection is stunning: 70 million pages of paper records, 43,000 artifacts, 200 million emails, and 4 million digital photographs tell the story of the 43rd President of the United States. Visitors approaching the space’s grand entrance—dubbed Freedom Hall— will be greeted by a 360-degree, 20-foot tall hi-def video board, which orients history buffs to the museum’s many exhibits. Among them are a full-size replica of the Oval Office and objects significant to Bush’s 8-year presidency, including a piece of steel from the World Trade Center.

Outside, the Texas Rose Garden and some 15 acres of green space filled with native prairie grasses frame the library’s view of the Dallas skyline.

If that doesn’t leave you feeling presidential enough, an on-site gift shop helps you to find your fix of Dubyathemed memorabilia. And Café 43 serves a First Lady–approved lunch menu that’s sure to satisfy your inner politico. From $10; bushcenter.org TAMPA, FLORIDA

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National Skydiving Championships of Canopy Piloting

Instead of gliding in for an unexiting approach to the ground, the competitors at the National Skydiving Championships of Canopy Piloting descend from the sky by parachute, navigate through airborne slalom MAY 2013 SPIRIT

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Skydive City Zephyrhills, one of Florida’s premier skydiving facilities, hosts this thrilling competition for the first time this year. And to prove these star swoopers really are down to Earth, fans get to mingle with them after the race—all while keeping their feet firmly planted on the ground. Free; uspa.org LAS VEGAS

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play. . . even more with our new total ticket THE WORLD’S LARGEST, MOST magical aquarium inspires imaginations

unlike anywhere else. Our new convenient Total Ticket includes all special exhibits and shows for one low price, including the spectacular AT&T Dolphin Tales show.

Plan your trip to Atlanta’s 10-million gallon playground for your imagination and see all the amazing animals and exhibits. Visit us at GeorgiaAquarium.org | 404.581.4000 WHERE IMAGINATIONS GO TO PLAY |

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Vegas Uncork’d

by Bon Appétit

You won’t need luck to hit the jackpot of decadence at this epicurean experience: Star chefs and top-tier mixologists ensure everyone’s palate is pleased at Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit. Over the course of four days, 29 tasty events take place at Sin City’s most-famed resorts: Bellagio, Caesars Palace, Mandalay Bay, and MGM Grand.

High rollers can fine-tune their senses on Thursday night at one of eight Master Series Dinners, with renowned chefs Guy Savoy, Nobu Matsuhisa, Gordon Ramsay, and Bobby Flay, among others. And if you are looking for a thoroughly thrilling Vegas adventure, Friday’s Sommeliers vs. Chefs: Go Cork to Knife pits wine masters against tastemakers in an epic battle of culinary craftsmanship that’s bound to sate the audience’s appetite. There’s something on the Uncork’d menu for everyone: Whether you’re nibbling your way through the Kickoff Party,

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When Georgetown University graduates Nicolas Jammet, Jonathan Neman, and Nathaniel Ru founded the hip and healthy restaurant Sweetgreen, they had no way of knowing the eatery would spawn a music and food festival that draws more than 18,000 attendees. Now in its fourth year, Sweetlife harnesses the power of amazing tunes and delectable edibles to promote a holistic lifestyle of sustainability. Flock to the main stage at Merriweather Post Pavilion for fan favorites Phoenix, Passion Pit, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Gary Clark Jr. Between sets, explore Sweetlife’s “neighborhoods,” including The Locals, where you’ll sample selections from some of D.C.’s best restaurants and food trucks; The Wharf, where lobster- and oyster-lovers chow down on treats from the Chesapeake; and The Tavern, where area favorites like Flying Dog and Chocolate City Beer are on hand to quench everyone’s thirst. There’s even a VIP section featuring covered cabanas and prime views of the main stage. Need a lift to the party?

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Memorial Day Weekend Siege and Commemoration

President Lincoln once declared, “Vicksburg is the key.” A century and a half later, the National Park Service commemorates this river town’s pivotal role in the war that transformed our nation. At Vicksburg Military Park, the Mighty Mississippi serves as a majestic backdrop to mark the sesquicentennial of the Siege of Vicksburg during the Civil War. For music lovers, Memorial Day weekend includes several free, open-air concerts, including one by the U.S. Navy Band and another in which the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra plays alongside country star Trace Adkins.

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Turning Dreams Into Reality Phoenix Employees and the Make-A-Wish Foundation create magical moments for children.

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MIDLAND/ODESSA AUSTIN HOUSTON (HOBBY) SAN ANTONIO

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For AirTran destinations, visit airtran.com.

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General Information About Transferring Between Southwest Airlines and Volaris for Passengers Traveling to and from Mexico Book connections to Mexico at southwest.com Airport Terminals with Volaris Connections Las Vegas* (LAS)

Los Angeles* (LAX)

Chicago Midway (MDW)

Oakland (OAK)

San Diego* (SAN)

San Jose (SJC)

Terminal 1; Concourse B or C

Terminal 1

Concourse A or B

Terminal 2

Terminal 1; Gate 1-10

Terminal B

CONNECTING TO VOLARIS FLIGHTS (TO MEXICO)

Terminal 3

Terminal 2

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Terminal 1; Gate 1 or 3

Terminal 2; Gate 20 or 21

Terminal A; Gate 15 or 16

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Terminal 3

Terminal 2 or Tom Bradley Int’l Terminal (TBIT)

Concourse A; Gate A2 or A3

Terminal 1; Gate 1 or 3

Terminal 2; Gate 20 or 21

Terminal A; Gate 15 or 16

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Terminal 1; Concourse B or C

Terminal 1

Concourse A or B

Terminal 2

Terminal 1; Gate 1-10

Terminal B

SOUTHWEST ARRIVAL

* LAS, LAX, and SAN transfers require a short walk or bus ride from one building to the other.

Connecting to Volaris Flights (to Mexico)

deplaning the Southwest flight, have a Volaris Boarding Pass, do not have a Volaris Boarding Pass, • Upon • Ifyouyoumayalready • Ifyouyoumust proceed directly to Volaris Terminal as listed proceed directly to the Volaris first checkin at the Volaris Ticket in the chart on this page.

Departure Gate (at LAS, LAX, and SAN this requires leaving Terminal 1 and walking or busing to Terminal 3 or 2 and then clearing the Terminal 3 or 2 TSA security checkpoint).

NOTE: Checked baggage will be automatically transferred to Volaris for you.

Connecting to Southwest Flights (from Mexico) deplaning a Volaris flight, all • Upon Customers must clear U.S. Immigration

• •

before collecting checked baggage from the baggage carousel.

You will then proceed through U.S. Customs to clear checked and carryon baggage.

Once cleared through U.S. Customs, Customers with checked baggage will proceed to the Volaris Re-Check Desk, where baggage will be re-checked and transferred to Southwest Airlines.

NOTE: If you have purchased duty-free liquor,

•

perfumes, or other liquids, these must be placed in your checked baggage before releasing baggage to the Volaris Re-Check Desk. Otherwise, the TSA will collect these items from you at the TSA security checkpoint when proceeding to Southwest Gates.

Proceed to Southwest Airlines Terminal or Concourse (at LAS, LAX, and SAN this requires leaving the terminal you arrived at and walking or busing to Terminal 1).

Counter at LAS, LAX, and SAN before departure. However, if transferring at MDW, OAK, or SJC, you may go right to the departure gate without leaving the secured part of the airport.

have a Southwest Boarding • IfPassyouoralready Security Document, you may pro-

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ceed through the TSA security checkpoint and on to your Southwest Departure Gate.

If you do not have a Southwest Boarding Pass or Security Document, you must first checkin at the Southwest Ticket Counter or at an E-Ticket Check-In kiosk.

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E9 E10 E11 E12 E14 E15 Volaris flights arrive at either Terminal 2 or TBIT but depart from Terminal 2 only

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Terminal 3

Southwest Airlines flights operate at Terminal 1

Terminal 2

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Parking A Concourse

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Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

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Southwest Airlines flights operate at Gates 17-23

Ticket & Check-in Southwest

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Ticketing Terminal B

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18

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Terminal Maps En Español

Southwest Airlines y Volaris

Información General Sobre Cómo Trasladarse Entre Southwest y Volaris para Pasajeros que Viajan A y Desde México Reserva tu boleto a México en southwest.com Terminales de Aeropuertos con Conexiones de Volaris Las Vegas* (LAS)

Los Angeles* (LAX)

Chicago Midway (MDW)

Oakland (OAK)

San Diego* (SAN)

San Jose (SJC)

LLEGADA DE SOUTHWEST

Terminal 1; Área B o C

Terminal 1

Área A o B

Terminal 2

Terminal 1; Puerta 1-10

Terminal B

VUELOS A CONEXIÓN (A MÉXICO)

Terminal 3

Terminal 2

Área A; Puerta A2 o A3

Terminal 1; Puerta 1 ó 3

Terminal 2; Puerta 20 ó 21

Terminal A; Puerta 15 ó 16

LLEGADA DE VOLARIS (DESDE MÉXICO)

Terminal 3

Terminal 2 o Tom Bradley Int’l Terminal (TBIT)

Área A; Puerta A2 o A3

Terminal 1; Puerta 1 ó 3

Terminal 2; Puerta 20 ó 21

Terminal A; Puerta 15 ó 16

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Terminal 1

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Terminal 2

Terminal 1; Puerta 1-10

Terminal B

* Para conexiones en LAS, LAX, y SAN, debes caminar o tomar un autobús una distancia corta entre los edificios.

Conexiones a Vuelos de Volaris (a México)

salir del avión de Southwest, ve directaya tienes un Pase para Abordar de Volaris, no tienes un Pase para Abordar de Volaris, • Almente • Sipuedes • Sidebes a la Terminal de Volaris indicada en la ir directamente a la Puerta de registrarte primero en el Mostrador tabla en esta página.

Embarque de Volaris (en LAS, LAX, y SAN, debes salir de la Terminal 1 y caminar o tomar un autobús a la Terminal 3 ó 2 y luego pasar por el Control de Seguridad de la TSA).

AVISO: El equipaje documentado será transferido automáticamente a Volaris para ti.

Conexiones a Vuelos de Southwest (desde México) del avión de Volaris, todos los Clien• Altessalir deben pasar por la Inmigración de EE.

• •

UU. antes de buscar su equipaje documentado en el área de reclamo de equipaje.

Luego irás a la Aduana de EE. UU. para pasar el equipaje documentado y de mano.

Una vez que pases la Aduana de EE. UU., los Clientes con equipaje documentado irán al Mostrador para Documentar Equipaje de Volaris, donde el equipaje será documentado de nuevo y transferido a Southwest Airlines.

AVISO: Si compraste alcohol, perfumes u

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otros líquidos libres de impuestos, estos líquidos deben ser colocados en tu equipaje documentado antes de dejarlo en el Mostrador para Documentar Equipaje de Volaris. Si no lo haces, la TSA te quitará estos artículos cuando pases por el Control de la TSA para ir a las Puertas de Embarque de Southwest.

Pasa al Área o Terminal de Southwest Airlines (en LAS, LAX y SAN debes salir de la terminal donde llegaste y caminar o tomar un autobús a la Terminal 1).

de Boletos de Volaris a LAS, LAX, o SAN antes de pasar por la Puerta de Embarque de Volaris. Sin embargo, si la transferencia es en MDW, OAK, o SJC, puede ir directamente a la puerta de embarque sin salir de la parte de seguridad del aeropuerto.

ya tienes un Pase para Abordar o un Docu• Simento de Seguridad de Southwest, puedes

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pasar por el Control de Seguridad de la TSA e ir a la Puerta de Embarque de Southwest.

Si no tienes un Pase para Abordar o un Documento de Seguridad de Southwest, debes registrarte primero en el Mostrador de Boletos de Southwest o en un Quiosco de Registro con Boleto Electrónico.

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McCarran International Airport (LAS) E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

E9 E10 E11 E12 E14 E15 Los vuelos de Volaris llegan al Terminal 2 o TBIT, pero salen únicamente del Terminal 2.

Terminal 3 Los vuelos de Volaris operan normalmente en el Terminal 3.

Terminal 3

Los vuelos de Southwest Airlines operan en la Terminal 1.

Terminal 2

Terminal 1

Parking A Concourse

Ticketing

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Ticketing

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19

1 22 3 44 5 16 77 14 8 C Concourse 12 11 9

Los vuelos de Southwest Airlines operan en Concurso B o C.

26 24

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Oakland International Airport (OAK)

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Los vuelos de Southwest operan en Concurso A o B.

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Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

4B

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22 21 19

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operan normalmente en las Puertas 1 ó 3.

A las Puertas 20 a 32

Terminal 2

Terminal 1 Ticketing

Ticketing

San Diego International Airport (SAN) 8 Los vuelos de Southwest Airlines operan en las Puertas 1 a 10.

Los vuelos de Volaris operan normalmente en las Puertas 20 ó 21.

Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

7 6

9

5

10

4 3 Los vuelos de Southwest Airlines operan en las Puertas 17 a 23.

Ticket & Check-in Southwest

Terminal 1

21

Llegadas Internacionales (Puertas 15–16)

Terminal A

Ticketing Terminal B

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WHAT IS IT? A wireless satellite–based network that allows you to connect to the Internet thousands of feet in the air!

WHEN CAN I USE IT? A Flight Attendant will alert you if the wireless network is available on your aircraft. As soon as the Flight Attendant says it is safe to turn on approved electronic devices, you are welcome to connect. The Flight Attendant will also announce when it is time to turn off and stow your device before landing.

The network will be unavailable at that time.

WHAT KIND OF DEVICE DO I NEED? All you need is a WiFi-enabled device (802.11a/b/g or n) with an Internet browser. Please note that cellular devices without a WiFi component will not work with this system, and their use is restricted to game or airplane mode per current regulations.

HOW DO I CONNECT? Every device is different, but here are the basic steps: 1. Once the Flight Attendant has announced that it is safe to use approved portable electronics, turn on your WiFi-enabled device and set to airplane mode (if applicable).

2. View available wireless networks, select “Southwest WiFi,” and connect.

3. Launch your Internet browser for immediate access to the Southwest Airlines Hotspot portal and all it has to offer.

4. To purchase WiFi, click “Get Connected” and enter the requested information.

5. Enjoy surfing the web at 30,000 feet!

WHAT CAN I DO ON IT? The Southwest Airlines WiFi features a free entertainment portal that houses limited content including a flight tracker, shopping, games, and all that southwest.com has to offer at no charge to you! On our network, you can do just about anything you can do at work or at home. Due to the shared environment, we prohibit the use of voice applications (VoIP) and attempt to filter inappropriate content. Please note the speed for viewing and downloading high-bandwidth content, such as high-quality streaming media or large-file downloads will vary.

IS IT SECURE? The onboard wireless connection is similar to a WiFi service at a coffee shop, library, hotel, or airport. You should exercise the same precautions you would at one of these public locations.

TROUBLE CONNECTING? We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. First, you should have confirmed the aircraft and your device was indeed WiFi enabled, then try disconnecting and connecting again. If your problems connecting persist, we advise contacting your device manufacturer or your company’s network administrator for continued support.

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Please abide by public announcements from Flight Attendants concerning electronic devices.

En todos los casos, por favor rígete por los anuncios públicos y las solicitudes de los Sobrecargos con respecto a todos los aparatos electrónicos.

Pacemakers Marcapasos

Hearing Aids Aparatos para sordos

Electronic Watches Relojes electrónicos

Flight Service

Always Permitted Pueden usarse en todo momento dentro del avión Also Permitted: Electronic nerve stimulators and other implanted medical devices También son permitidos: dispositivos de estimulación eléctrica de los nervios y otros aparatos médicos implantados

Noise-canceling Headphones Auriculares que aislan el ruido

Permitted Above 10,000 Feet Permitidos al volar a una altura mayor de 10,000 pies Only devices with transmitting capabilities disabled are permitted above 10,000 feet. Note that WiFi (802.11) devices may be used on aircraft equipped with our inflight Internet service when authorized. Sólo se permiten los dispositivos con la capacidad para transmitir datos desactivados cuando se vuele a una altura mayor de 10,000 pies. Nota que los dispositivos WiFi (802.11) pueden ser usados en los aviones equipados con nuestro servicio de Internet durante el vuelo, cuando sea autorizado.

Digital Cameras Cámaras digitales

Audio Players Aparatos de audio

Video Camcorders Videocámaras

GPS Receivers GPS

DVD/CD Players Reproductores de DVD/CD

Hand-held Electronic Games and Electronic Books Juegos electrónicos portátiles y libros electrónicos

Cellphones (in GAME or AIRPLANE mode) Teléfonos celulares en modo GAME o AIRPLANE

Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) or Handheld Computers Agendas electrónicas (“PDAs” o computadoras de mano)

Satellite Radio Radio por satélite

Laptop Computers Computadoras portátiles

Electronic Cigarettes and Smoking Devices Cigarrillos Electrónicos y Dispositivos para Fumar

Never Permitted Nunca pueden usarse dentro del avión Devices capable of transmitting data, unless otherwise noted, are never permitted. Nunca son permitidos los dispositivos con capacidad para transmitir datos, excepto que se especifique lo contrario.

Television or AM/FM Radio Receivers Televisión o Radios de AM/FM

Wireless Mouse or Joystick Ratón o control inalámbrico

Remote-controlled Toys Juguetes de control remoto

Two-way Radios (“Walkie-talkies”) or Scanners Radios emisores/receptores (walkie-talkies)

Cellphones and pagers may be used at the gate and after landing. Los teléfonos celulares y localizadores pueden ser usados en la puerta y después de aterrizar.

Please use headphones when using portable electronic devices. Por favor, usa auriculares al usar dispositivos electrónicos portátiles.

Lost an item onboard a flight?

Visit the Customer Service page on southwest.com to report a lost item.

All pets must stay inside their carrier and under the seat for the duration of the flight. Todas las mascotas deben permanecer dentro de sus jaulas y debajo del asiento durante todo el vuelo.

Customers are prohibited from consuming alcoholic beverages not purchased onboard.

Alcoholic beverages will not be served to anyone under the age of 21. We reserve the right to refuse the sale of alcoholic beverages to anyone.

Remember Recuerda Federal law prohibits any passenger from assaulting, threatening, or intimidating a Crew Member or interfering with a Crew Member’s duties. La ley federal prohíbe que los pasajeros asalten, amenacen o intimiden a los Miembros de la Tripulación o que interfieran con los deberes de un Miembro de la Tripulación.

Southwest Airlines is proud to serve the following beverages: Where applicable, prices include sales tax. Beverages may be purchased with the Rapid Rewards Credit Card from Chase, other major credit or debit cards, or drink coupons.

You must be 21 to drink alcoholic beverages. According to the U.S. Surgeon General, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not drink alcoholic beverages because of the risk of birth defects.

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Southwest provides comingled onboard recycling for all your paper, plastic bottles, and aluminum cans, so thanks for helping us do our part for the environment by handing these items to a Flight Attendant.

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• Diet Dr Pepper • Seagram’s Ginger Ale • Seagram’s Tonic Water • Seagram’s Seltzer Water

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The “If” List

Maya Angelou, if you could have created any work of art by another artist, what would it be? “I Hope You Dance,” a beautiful country song by Lee Ann Womack. But I’d also like to tap dance like Sammy Davis Jr.

If you could cook one meal for us, what would it be?

Smothered chicken, white rice, with chickenliver gravy, greens, and lemon butter.

The celebrated poet’s seventh autobiographical book, Mom & Me & Mom, has just been released.

If you could speak again to your mother, what would you say? “Thank you, Mother.”

If you could give your 10-year-old self one piece of advice, what would it be?

Learn to forgive yourself.

When you do something that does not make you proud, realize this: If you knew better, you would do better.

If a picture paints a thousand words, what are you doing in that picture? Writing a poem. What I really mean is, letting a poem happen.

If you could be remembered for one thing, what would that be? I’d like to be remembered for my kindness.

What About You? If you could wish one thing for your future, what would it be?

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Our favorite responses will be published in an upcoming issue of Spirit.

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If you could create a perfect day for yourself, what would you do? I would awake at 6 and see the light come to the sky, have coffee, and walk out into my garden and enjoy the 100-foot oaks and the roses in my yard, have some breakfast, which is an egg over medium with wheat toast, and then I’d read in my library, whatever book I laid my hands upon first.

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