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Contents May 2014 66

The Art of the Veer

Sometimes the best part of a trip comes before or after the main attraction.

These delightful detours piggyback perfectly onto visits to Seattle, Dallas, San Diego, and more.

TWIST OF FATE

In creating a carousel, Scott Harrison found his groove.

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The Carousel of Happiness

After decades of tumult, one man found stability in an unexpected source: a whimsical ride that now brings joy to an entire town.

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Your Adventure In Providence Find out why foodies, art insiders, and history buffs alike are flocking to this capital city.

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your fill of thrills a few short miles from Minneapolis at the Minnesota State Fair.

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To-Do List 10 Action Items in This Issue 1 Beef up broccoli (the vegan way) Page 36

2 Bunk over in

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3 Encourage

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4 Strengthen your sense of humor Page 42

5 Lengthen locks Page 46

6 Learn a

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14 Gary’s Greeting 16 Gary’s Greeting

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

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66 The Art of the Veer 76 The Carousel of

Happiness

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In Providence

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102 Promotional Series:

Spirit of California 120 Promotional Series: Spirit of New Mexico 131 Calendar 141 Fun! 160 Spotlight 163 Community Outreach 164 Products & Services 167 Flight Service 168 Terminal Maps 170 Information 172 Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners 174 Route Map 176 The “If” List

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9 Find fun on the fly Page 141

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May 2014 EDITORIAL EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Jay Heinrichs CREATIVE DIRECTOR Kevin de Miranda ART DIRECTOR Emily Kimbro SENIOR EDITOR Alison Miller DIGITAL MANAGING EDITOR Melanie J. Clancy TRAVEL EDITOR Amanda Gleason ASSISTANT ART DIRECTORS Britta Hazel, Stefanie Pepping ASSISTANT EDITORS Gabbi Chee, Austin W. G. Morton PROJECT DESIGNER Eric Thurstin CONTRIBUTING SENIOR EDITOR Melinda Mahaffey Icden PHOTOGRAPHY INTERN Mariah Tyler EDITORIAL INTERNS Mallory Ashcraft, Natalie Maneval, Katy Roden CONTRIBUTORS Alison E. Miller, Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, J. Rentilly, Tracy Ross, Stableford Studios, Adam Voorhes WEB DEVELOPMENT, PACE INTERACTIVE Dena Caulder, Jason Dalton, Chad Hayton EDITORIAL INQUIRIES Spirit Magazine 2811 McKinney Ave., Suite 360 Dallas, TX 75204-8600 Letters to the editor may be mailed to the address above or submitted via the website at spiritmag.com.

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Next month, Southwest Airlines will celebrate its 43rd anniversary.

It’s just remarkable to think how far the “little old airline that could” has come in the past four decades.

From very humble beginnings— three airplanes, three cities (aka the Texas Triangle of Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio), and a business plan sketched out on a cocktail napkin in a San Antonio hotel bar—

Southwest has grown to become the nation’s largest airline in terms of passengers carried.

This year, we are entering the dawn of a new era as we prepare to launch international service for the first time. As we embark on this journey, it dawned on me that this must have been what it felt like for our Founders in 1971. Back then, Southwest had its eyes set on

Customer Service in Action One of our Customer Service Representatives shared about developing a pen pal relationship with a longtime Customer. When traveling for business, the Customer only flew Southwest, racking up more than 1.4 million Rapid Rewards Points on travel alone. He recently told our Employee that he was retiring and would be taking his last business trip from Chicago to Nashville, Tennessee. The Employee asked our Chicago Station if we could do something to thank the Customer for his business.

Agents and Supervisors made a special gift basket, which they presented to him after making a special announcement in the gate area before his final business flight departed. A fitting tribute to a loyal Customer!

growing in Texas, which understandably seemed like a daunting task given the brutally competitive landscape. Now, we’ve set our sights on the rest of North America.

Of course, this has been a project in the works for years. We acquired AirTran Airways in May 2011. The acquisition really set the stage for launching international service, as AirTran has successfully served destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean for many years. We are in the homestretch of integrating AirTran into Southwest, which we will complete by the end of the year.

Once that happens, Southwest’s international footprint will resemble that of AirTran, with opportunities to grow and expand even further.

Our first phase of international service will begin on July 1, when we’ll officially land in the warm destinations of Aruba, the Bahamas, and Jamaica. We’ll follow that up in August by adding Cancún and Los Cabos to our route map. By the end of the year, the Southwest flag will be planted in all of AirTran’s international destinations (see our combined Route Map on page 174).

And of course, all of this new service will fly under the Southwest brand that our Customers have come to know and LUV. We’ve come a long way in the past 43 years, and our Customers have been with us at every step. I hope you’ll join us on our international journey and book your next trip south of the border (and beyond) on Southwest! ¡Vámonos!

Gary Kelly

Chairman, President, and CEO Southwest Airlines

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El próximo mes, Southwest Airlines celebra su aniversario 43. Es increíble pensar cuán lejos ha llegado durante las últimas cuatro décadas la que podía haber sido una “pequeña aerolínea que soñaba.” Con inicios muy humildes—tres aviones, tres ciudades (conocidas como el Triángulo de Texas: Dallas, Houston, y San Antonio), y un plan de negocio trazado en una servilleta en el bar del hotel San Antonio—Southwest

ha crecido hasta convertirse en la mayor línea aérea estadounidense en cuanto al número de pasajeros.

Este año, nos acercamos al comienzo de una nueva era y nos preparamos para lanzar por primera vez el servicio internacional. Al emprender este viaje, me doy cuenta de que esto es lo que deben haber sentido nuestros fundadores en 1971.

En aquel entonces, Southwest tenía la intención de crecer en Texas, lo que

Servicio al Cliente en Acción Uno de nuestros Representantes de Servicio al Cliente nos contó su experiencia al mantener una amistad por correspondencia con un viejo cliente. Cuando viajaba por negocios, el cliente únicamente volaba con Southwest, y de este modo acumuló más de 1.4 millones de puntos de Rapid Rewards solo en viajes. Recientemente le comunicó a nuestro Empleado que se retiraba y que haría su último viaje de negocios de Chicago a Nashville, Tennessee. El Empleado consultó con nuestra estación de Chicago si podíamos hacer algo para agradecerle al cliente su lealtad. Los agentes y supervisores prepararon una canasta de regalos que le entregaron después de hacer un anuncio especial en el área de entrada, antes de partir su último vuelo de negocios. ¡Un justo homenaje a un cliente fiel!

obviamente parecía una ardua tarea dado el panorama tan competitivo. ¡Ahora tenemos nuestros objetivos puestos en el resto de América del Norte!

Por supuesto, este ha sido un proyecto de varios años. Adquirimos AirTran Airways en mayo de 2011.

La adquisición realmente preparó las bases para iniciar el servicio internacional, como lo ha hecho de manera exitosa AirTran en México y el Caribe durante varios años. Estamos en la fase final de la integración de AirTran a Southwest, que culminará a fines de este año. Una vez que esto suceda, la presencia internacional de Southwest será semejante a la de AirTran, con posibilidades de crecer y expandirse aún más.

Nuestra primera fase de servicio internacional comenzará el primero de julio, cuando oficialmente aterricemos en los cálidos destinos de Aruba, las Bahamas y Jamaica. Seguiremos ampliando nuestro mapa de rutas en agosto, al añadir Cancún y Los Cabos. Para fines de este año, la bandera de Southwest se colocará en todos los destinos internacionales de AirTran (ver nuestro Mapa de rutas combinadas en la página 174). Y, por supuesto, para brindar este nuevo servicio volaremos con la marca Southwest que nuestros clientes han llegado a conocer y querer.

Hemos transitado un largo camino durante 43 años, y nuestros Clientes han estado junto a nosotros en cada momento. Espero que te unas a nuestro servicio internacional y reserves tu próximo viaje al sur (y más allá) en Southwest. ¡Vámonos!

Gary Kelly

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

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Before you fueled up with those tasty peanuts or pretzels and your favorite beverage, your onboard refreshments were handled with TLC on the ground. Enid Spotser, a Provisioning Agent at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), is one of the many Employees who help ensure that Southwest Airlines’ planes are well stocked with those items and more before takeoff.

“What I like most about being a Provisioning Agent is being the carrier of the ‘goodies,’” Enid says. “I just really enjoy contributing to making an amazing day for our Customers!” A loyal Southwest flyer from an early age, Enid was impressed by our friendly Employees, and in 2003 she officially joined Southwest’s Chicago Team. It’s clear that her early hunches were right: Enid celebrated her first decade of service this past year, and her optimism, dedication, and compassion have been a perfect fit at the Company.

“Enid arrives to work every day with a smile and a positive attitude,” says Chicago Provisioning Manager Corey Opoka. “She always delivers excellent service, displays her Southwest Spirit, and provides assistance to her Coworkers whenever it’s needed.”

Enid’s Servant’s Heart beats just as strongly outside of work. Since 1985, she has spent one Saturday a month delivering food and clothes to those in need. She also stays involved in her community through volunteer efforts organized by her church and a local Christian radio station. “I try to live to give a helping hand and make a positive, memorable difference in someone’s life,” Enid says. “If I can help one person daily, I’m happy.”

Whether she’s at work or volunteering, Enid’s kindhearted personality and upbeat attitude never waver.

“Regardless of how the day is going, I have the power to make my day incredible and share the experience with my Coworkers,” she says.

Enid, your caring heart and optimistic outlook help to nourish all those fortunate enough to make your acquaintance, and we couldn’t be prouder to have you as part of our Southwest Family! —Danielle Karstens RADIO ACTIVE

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When Aaron Baddeley began his career as a professional golfer, he never imagined that one day he’d be sinking putts down the aisle of a jet bound for Houston. Thanks to the partnership between Southwest Airlines and Adams Golf, Aaron and his teammates have gotten to do just that. Talk about having fun on the fly!

But the LUV affair between Aaron and Southwest doesn’t end with wowing unsuspecting travelers.

Juggling his constantly changing schedule can be a challenge, which is a big reason why Aaron chooses Southwest over other carriers: If he needs to change a flight, he knows he won’t get hit with a fee. Once onboard, Aaron enjoys staying connected via free WiFi, a benefit of being an A-List Preferred Member of Southwest’s Rapid Rewards Frequent Flyer program. Plus, he never misses a minute of the action while traveling since Golf Channel is available, courtesy of DISH®, on all Southwest flights equipped with live TV. Aaron especially appreciates that (golf) Bags Fly Free, and his favorite perk of the Rapid Rewards program is the fact that there are no blackout dates, making it easy for him to redeem his points and swing last-minute trips with ease.

While his career requires him to be on the road quite a bit, Aaron doesn’t let it interfere with family time.

His wife and three children join him on the majority of his trips. (Aaron says Southwest has always been his No. 1 airline because of the abundance of nonstop flights to PGA Tour stops from his home airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor.) He and his family are also big fans of Southwest’s open-seating policy, which allows them to select their favorite available seats and stay together once they board.

Aaron, we’re proud to call you an MVP at Southwest.

We can’t wait to welcome you and your family onboard next time you’re en route to another big tournament.

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The Carousel of Happiness is made of wood and pure magic.

Dear Reader, If you sold the movie rights to your life, what would the film be like? Mine would be awesome: Guy stares at computer, types, yells at computer, yells at himself (earning an R rating for “adult language,” a misnomer if there ever was one), stares at smartphone, makes a call ... . Just don’t expect to see it at a theater near you anytime soon.

On the other hand, the story of Scott Harrison truly is the stuff of a major motion picture. Journalist Tracy Ross, who lives in the same Colorado town as Harrison, profiles him masterfully in “The Carousel of Happiness,” on page 76.

It’s a tale of combat, international intrigue, and mountain-town heroism, involving a whale, a love interest (Harrison’s indomitable wife, Ellen), adorable children, a soul-saving music box, a strange wall

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that leads to another dimension, a calliope, and a powerful theme: the true meaning of happiness. Oh, and also a lovingly hand-carved carousel (wait till you see the pictures by photographer Tyler Stableford).

While we at Spirit like celebrities, we especially love doing stories about real people and places with soul. After reading “The Carousel of Happiness,” you could book a flight to Denver; drive to Nederland, Colorado; and ride the carousel yourself. It costs a buck.

Y’all hear me, Hollywood? Buy the movie rights and get that picture done.

We’re certain you’ll enjoy the ride.

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Your Words

Dear Spirit,

As a 59-year-old father of five, I found your March cover story, “The New American Dream,” to be a well-articulated look at the current and future socioeconomic status of modern America. One of the things I particularly appreciated was your pragmatic yet upbeat analysis and your nonjudgmental view of millennials. Several years ago, I went back to school and got a degree in landscape architecture. I was lucky enough to be part of a great class of kids and experience firsthand what an awesome generation they are. After finishing your story, it occurred to me: I went back to school to get a job, but I ended up getting a life.

Thank you for helping me finally articulate it.

The changing economy is spurring a radical new approach to living, and to earning a living. And for a growing number of creative entrepreneurs, that approach seems to be working.

by TAFFY BRODESSER-AKNER

photography by JEFF WILSON, DAVE LAURIDSEN, KEVIN J. MIYAZAKI, & DAN ROOT

BRIGHT IDEA

Austin artisan Todd Sanders has a singular focus: doing work he loves.

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—GEORGE CHRISTIE FOSTER, RHODE ISL AND

You sure did articulate it, George. From now on, when someone tells us to get a life, we’ll be sure to take it as good advice.

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Your article “The New American Dream” was an amazing read and time incredibly well spent! I’m an entrepreneur in the field of broadcast television. I went out on my own several years ago, and it’s been a huge blessing to create my own content and do the work I want to do. I think your article will be incredibly inspiring to many people who have one foot in cube city and the other itching for more purposeful work. I often tell people, “In order to grow as a person, one must be comfortable being uncomfortable!” I hope

people read your insightful work and decide that it’s time for them to be uncomfortable.

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May you stay uncomfortable, Mario!

A LITTLE NUDGE

The article “The New American Dream” struck a chord with me.

As a mother of three who was stuck in a marketing job with no fulfillment or opportunity, I knew a professional change was imminent. The article expressed everything I’ve struggled with in my decision. I can’t wait to use my artistic talents in a way that will fulfill me and give me time to focus on what’s really important: my family, myself, and my passions. Thanks for the nudge!

—BETSY SIDEBOT TOM CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA

We know some marketers who love their work but hope you can use those talents in new ways, Betsy.

Good luck, and keep in touch.

ANTI-FLUFF

On account of traveling most of my adult life, I’ve had the privilege, or perhaps not so much, of reading many articles in airline magazines. With few exceptions, most of them are merely “fluff ” pieces with little substance and no redeeming value. Then, on my last Southwest flight, I read “The New American Dream.” I was so impressed with not only the style

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but also the substance of it that I decided I must write and congratulate you on the finest piece I can ever recall reading in an airline magazine.

—ROBERT ABBEY BOWIE, MARYL AND

The goal of our stories is good journalism that somehow makes people feel better about humanity. Thanks for the kind words, Robert.

BREAK AWAY

I have a young son, and my husband and I both travel for work, with our trips occasionally overlapping. I’ve been thinking for some time about what it would be like to break away, start my own “thing,” and pursue some unfulfilled dreams. It was refreshing and moving to read your piece “The New American Dream.”

The stories you shared are honest and give hope to the many of us still contemplating taking the next step. I’m still not sure what I’ll do, but knowing that I’m not alone is very comforting.

— K E L LY Z I E L I N S K I SAN DIEGO

Wow, we’re starting to see a pattern here. You’re certainly not alone, Kelly!

THIS AMERICAN LIFE

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Taffy Brodesser-Akner did a fabulous job capturing the story of “The New American Dream.”

My sister and I have taken a major risk and embarked on our own adventure, highlighting amazing people in pursuit of the American Dream in all its forms. We’re calling it the American Legend Tour.

The two of us drive a Jeep Wrangler all over America, telling the stories of individuals. Thank you, Spirit, for sharing such an amazing article with your readers.

—A S H L E Y H I L L C H A N D L E R , A R I ZO N A

We love your gumption, Ashley.

Enjoy the drive, and keep us posted!

GO AFOL!

One day over lunch, I asked my boss if my obsession with Legos made me a nerd, a geek, or a loser?

He suggested the answer was a mix of all three, but then pointed me in the direction of a Spirit article he had read recently [“Building Lego,” February 2014].

Thank you for highlighting the plight of the AFOL (adult fan of Legos). Previously, I had to hide in shame as I built large shopping malls, pet stores, and beach houses in the privacy of my home.

Now I know there’s a whole community out there that realizes the fabulousness of these toys.

— H E AT H E R S P I C E R AUSTIN, TEXAS

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Share Early “Ideas only become great when they’re challenged and tested, so early feedback is essential. At Pixar, we have a peer-review team that assesses every movie we’re making. Their job is to identify weaknesses and suggest solutions; the film’s director determines a plan of action.”

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Remove Obstacles “There are many reasons why people aren’t candid at work. Search for those reasons and address them. Remember, it’s not your job to prevent risks but rather to create an environment where it’s safe to take them.”

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Get Over It “Many managers don’t like being surprised by new information, but pre-meeting meetings are an unnecessary, extra step. Make it clear that your employees can ‘explore new neighborhoods’ without getting permission. This is the mark of a truly confident leader, and it pays a big dividend: less wasted time.”

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What’s the value of humor?

“Most obviously, it’s something that makes us and others feel good,” McGraw says.

“But a shared sense of humor can also be an indicator of a successful relationship. If you and I laugh at the same things, it says we see the world in a similar way, and we’re likely to get along in other, nonhumorous situations.”

What makes things funny?

“It starts with the realization that a negative or threatening situation is actually acceptable or safe.

In scenarios like this, which are wrong yet OK, we laugh to indicate to others that the violation is benign— so laughter serves a social purpose.”

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Do you have to be born with comedic talent?

“Everybody’s funny in their own way, but some people do seem to have an advantage at being broadly funny. They tend to think it’s innate, but it can’t be, in the same way that any other complex skill

isn’t. Your ability to play the piano or hit a tennis ball is improved through practice, coaching, and experimentation. That’s why the best comedians are older—they’ve taken years to hone their craft.”

How can you tell a better joke?

“Test it out in advance.

Great comics make a joke seem spontaneous, but they know it’s going to land because they’ve told it before. If you tell a joke and it doesn’t go so well, don’t be afraid to apologize. My standard apology is, ‘This is what happens when someone who studies what makes things funny tries to be funny.’ I know that if my first joke doesn’t get a laugh, my apology will. I’ve had to say it enough times that I know it works.”

Peter McGraw is co-author of The Humor Code and runs the Humor Research Lab at the University of Colorado Boulder Boulder.

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The addictive app—where colorful treats are pulverized with finger-swipes—scored the most mobile downloads in 2013, an achievement that Marcos Sanchez, VP of global corporate communications at mobile analytics company App Annie, attributes to the game’s recipe of risk and reward. The intuitive gameplay pulls people in, “but it’s difficult enough that players feel a sense of achievement when they finish a level,” Sanchez says. Candy Crush is free, but gamers hungry for goodies like extra lives and power-ups shell out about $650,000 daily, making it the top grossing app of 2013, too.

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If you took every strand on your head—all 100,000 to 150,000 of them—and laid them end to end, after a year of growth you’d have anywhere from 7 to 11 miles of hair on your, er, hands. While each strand’s average output is roughly a centimeter per month, its lifespan is only about four years, which explains why most manes don’t fall longer than mid-back. But you can maximize growing potential.

“Eating a healthy diet that’s rich in protein and iron is a good way of maintaining hair health,” says Dr. Paradi Mirmirani, a dermatologist in Vallejo, California, who specializes in hair disorders. In that case, we’re throwing another steak on the grill.

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Aromatic abundance is essential to the 120,000 juleps served over the course of Derby weekend, and all that spearmint is grown less than 10 miles from Churchill Downs, giving spectators a true taste of Kentucky. “Most of the mint you see in bars is Israeli mint; depending on what time of year it was harvested, it can be overly oily,” says Fred Minnick, a contributing bourbon expert at the Kentucky Derby Museum and the author of Whiskey Women. “Kentucky mint is extremely vibrant, and its oils are less intrusive.”

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elieve it or not, your computer screen may be getting in the way of your dating life. While we may use technology to stay “connected” to friends and family, when it comes to meeting potential partners, the digital world obscures the thing that matters most: chemistry.

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To get a pulse on today’s dating scene, we talked to Cindy Herington, one of the many dating experts at It’s Just Lunch, the world’s largest personalized matchmaking service. Here she explains why you should ditch the laptop for the tabletop.

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Ditch the Laptop

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?

You don’t have time to waste playing digital guessing games and meeting the wrong people. When you’re investing your time and energy in something important, you deserve a strong return.

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and date coordination, clients are able to save valuable time and energy. “After we select your match, we’ll describe the person to you and confirm a convenient time and place for you to meet. All you have to do is show up and have fun meeting someone new,” Herington says.

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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MIXING BUSINESS AND DATING? Does the time that a potential partner travels for business affect your willingness to pursue a relationship?

Yes, I prefer potential partners

16% to be more accessible.

No, a partner on frequent business

27% related trips does not bother me.

busy myself, so if a partner is gone 32% Iforama week at a time, I am okay with that! busy, but expect a potential partner 25% Itoam be local more often than traveling.

Do you prefer to date someone in the same industry as you or in a different profession altogether?

Similar line of work and position Same industry 10%

Different industry

10% 10%

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Similar line of work but different position

Would you date one of your company’s clients or potential clients?

No. It’s unprofessional.

Yes. But I would keep work and play separate.

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Herington says that her clients often wished they had contacted her sooner. “Most of them didn’t realize how easy and enjoyable It’s Just Lunch dating can be,” she says. All it takes is a simple phone call and a conversation with an IJL Dating Specialist to jump start your dating life. Over the past 21 years, It’s Just Lunch has been creating exciting connections (arranging more than two million first dates) in over 150 cities around the world. What are you waiting for? Get in touch with It’s Just Lunch at 1-800-858-6526 or visit www. ItsJustLunch.com.

30.9% 38.9% 26.1% 18.5% Men

Yes. And I would 1.6% give them add’l business if helped seal the deal. 0.3% Yes. I would consider if the situation felt appropriate, but not exchange for any business favors.

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Betty Sinclair

Sara Darling

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What’s your secret sauce? “A good sauce has a lot of different ingredients, as does a successful business.

For starters, never sacrifice quality to turn a dollar.

At my restaurant, we don’t ever take shortcuts. Another ingredient of success is culture. I’m from Mississippi, the Hospitality State, and I treat every guest as if she were sitting down at my own dining room table. Lastly, don’t ever forget where you came from, no matter how successful you become. I firmly believe in paying it forward. I get a lot of questions from people who want to start a barbecue business or enter a competition. I’m not necessarily going to send them my sauce recipe, but I’ll always tell them, ‘This is what’s worked for me. It may not work for you, but I’ll be glad to share what I know.”

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Here’s how Libiro co-founder Ben Galley describes the burgeoning e-book store: “As both a self-published author and a self publishing consultant, the lack of representation for independent authors in the book industry had become very apparent to me. Also, the downfalls of major e-book stores for this group—lower royalties, quarterly payments, difficulty of standing out among traditional titles—left me searching for an alternative that didn’t exist. Enter Libiro, an online marketplace designed specifically with the indie writer and reader in mind. Currently, there are more than 450 books on the site from about 200 people.

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The submission process aims to be just as simple: Writers that comply with our guidelines upload their books, which are then reviewed

by Libiro staffers for quality and content. Those that meet our standards are made live. All of this typically takes place within 24 hours. Everything we do is in

support of indies, which is why we only take 25 percent of royalties—other retailers take up to 65 percent—and allow authors to request ad hoc payments as well as run promotions when they please.

Our goal is to have 10,000 books on Libiro’s shelves by the end of 2014.” libiro.com

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The sharing economy relies on us having faith in each other.

Reach of Confidence A slew of new companies are banking on an age-old concept: trust.

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BY MELINDA MAHAFFEY ICDEN N A TRIP TO Amsterdam two years ago, my husband and I decided to skip the traditional hotel stay and give Airbnb, the popular accommodation booking site, a try. Two sets of friends had recently used the service, which matches travelers with individuals looking to temporarily rent out their living spaces, and had nothing but rave reviews for the San Francisco–based “community marketplace” that’s fostered 11 million bookings since its founding in 2008.

But despite the fresh strawberries laid out in the sunny kitchen and a specially made guidebook listing the owner’s favorite local spots, I never really warmed to the idea of staying in a stranger’s apartment. I touched as little as possible, I used as little as possible, and I nervously encouraged my husband to do the same.

So I was blindsided when, upon our return home, we received an irate email from the owner, who accused us of scratching her floors.

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expensive bamboo, certainly, but what she was really angry about was something far less quantifiable: She felt deceived because we had left without saying a word about it.

The situation we found ourselves in ultimately boiled down to an issue of trust. She felt betrayed that we would attempt to shirk our responsibilities; I was hurt that she was accusing us of something that, to the best of my knowledge, we hadn’t done. It seemed we both felt that the other person had violated the Golden Rule of the arrangement: Treat the other person (and their stuff) the way you would like to be treated.

But let’s stop for a moment at seemed and felt. Trust is not quantifiable; rather, it’s a judgment, a perception, a feeling. Despite the innate fuzziness, it’s also an essential human trait, one that’s been around since the dawn of civilization. “The reason we trust is because we can accomplish more by working together than we could on our own,” says Dr. David DeSteno, a psychology professor at Northeastern University and author of The Truth About Trust.

“By the division of labor, human society has flourished.”

We need trust to prosper, even if it can feel risky at times, so it should come as no surprise that a host of startups are banking on just that.

These new companies are off to a good start—but how will an age-old concept hold up in a postmodern future ruled by the Internet?

MONETIZING TRUST When people use the term “sharing economy,” also called the collaborative or gig economy, they’re referring to a revolutionary batch of businesses that allow you, the user, limited use of a stranger’s possessions—things like homes, cars, and power tools— while that individual makes some extra cash off something he or she already owns.

Airbnb, for example, offers accommodations for rent, from extra

They are often termed startups, but some of these companies are not all that new or financially precarious. apartment bedrooms to castles and backyard tents. Car services like Uber and Lyft provide rides, while Spinlister facilitates the shared use of bikes, skis, and snowboards.

On NeighborGoods, you can borrow a ladder, hammer, or drill, and DogVacay supplies a home away from home for your pooch.

The sharing economy also encompasses more amorphous concepts like time and expertise, allowing people to put their “extra” hours and skills to income-generating use. On TaskRabbit, you can hire able hands to build your IKEA furniture; your Homejoy housekeeper will tidy up your pad; and Postmates links you up with a courier who will purchase food or merchandise and have it to you in less than an hour. The common thread between all of these ventures? They each facilitate, via the Internet, the exchange of goods or services from one individual to another.

“These are really old market behaviors that are being reinvented through technology,” says sharingeconomy expert Rachel Botsman, coauthor of What’s Mine is Yours: The Rise of Collaborative Consumption.

“We used to trade in villages. Now we live in a global village, and we can use this in ways and on a scale we’ve never experienced before.”

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startups, some are not all that new—or financially precarious.

RelayRides partnered with General Motors in 2012 and has raised $19 million from backers such as Google Ventures (which was also behind a significant portion of the funding that pushed Uber past a $3 billion valuation last year), and Lyft, already worth $700 million, recently garnered another $250 million. As this issue was going to press, Airbnb was reportedly in talks to raise more than $400 million from Silicon Valley venture capital firms, which would value the company at $10 billion, making it worth more on paper than entrenched brands like Hyatt and Wyndham despite not owning any actual lodging properties.

Beyond those outsized valuations, the sharing economy has earned a nice chunk of change for the little guy, too. In January 2013, Forbes estimated that the industry would collectively generate more than $3.5 billion that year alone for its participants—people like you and me. And this way of doing business shows no sign of slowing down: There’s news of money raised or initiatives launched seemingly every day. “The collaborative economy is representative of a deep socioeconomic shift,” Botsman says. “It’s what I call distributed power, and that’s only going to move forward.”

EVALUATING TRUST Trust is not the only issue facing the industry—various states are currently navigating the legality of apartment and ride sharing, for example, and the regulations and taxes that come with it—but it’s arguably the linchpin to its continuing ascension.

For the millions of successful transactions that have already taken place, you usually only hear stories about the traffic accidents and trashed apartments, which have a greater effect on public perception than tales of success.

Think about hitchhiking. Once upon a time, it was associated with the freedom of the open road, but it fell out of favor after the general public began to perceive it as scary.

Today, critics point to the legitimate dangers and insurance issues of carsharing, but it raises a question: Why do we so willingly get into cabs? Isn’t that driver also a stranger you know absolutely nothing about? We do it because we assume—we trust—that the driver and company have been properly vetted by the appropriate authorities and are following all rules and regulations.

But in the early days of any Internet endeavor, a lot of those built-in security systems don’t exist, especially when it comes to peer-to-peer transactions. When you buy something on eBay, for example, you don’t have an opportunity to judge body language, and a rating system is only a small—and potentially flawed— window into the seller’s past behavior. With the sharing economy, that risk only gets heightened because the consequences of a failed transaction can be much more serious.

When you buy online, you’re risking a thing; if that pillow looks cheaper in person than it did in the photo, annoying as it may be, you’re only out a bit of money. More importantly, you’ll always have a buffer because no matter how acrimonious the situation may get, you’re never going to physically meet the seller. When

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REINFORCING TRUST Thinking about the risks that come with trust can send you careening down the rabbit hole. The power players in the sharing economy know that, and they’re proactively working to create policies to protect their users.

“This is a brand-new experience for a lot of people, and trust is central because we’re at the forefront of creating online-to-offline interactions,” says Phil Cardenas, a former U.S. Army intelligence officer who now heads Airbnb’s 80-person Trust and Safety team. “It’s the lens through which we think about all of our projects.”

The company already has a no-fee, $1 million guarantee against property damage for its hosts in a number of countries, and it recently began offering safety devices like first-aid kits and smoke detectors to U.S. hosts. In 2013, Airbnb rolled out its Verified ID program to make sure that users’ virtual profiles line up with their real-world identities.

“When you check into a hotel for the first time, you give a credit card and a copy of your ID,” Cardenas says.

“We’re trying to create a sharingeconomy version of that kind of verification.”

This sort of program isn’t limited to one company: A number of enterprises, including Traity, Virtrue, and Fidbacks, have popped up to provide solutions for establishing and verifying user identities.“I truly believe the value of being anonymous in these kinds of Web marketplaces is ending,” Botsman says. “You will come to value your identity and want to build that profile because otherwise you won’t be able to enter into these new venues. Your reputation will become a commodity.”

Research suggests that people are more likely to trust someone like themselves, a tendency that’s on the rise.

The current verification options may not yet be perfect—DeSteno’s research has found that an individual’s trustworthiness is situational and based on his or her assessment of short-term versus long-term risk, making the past a poor indication of future behavior—but they’re a start at creating new protocols for how we as consumers, and, more importantly, as people, comport ourselves online.

Will verification push us toward an online Age of Aquarius where we all become better people? It’s easy to be your worst self when you’re not publicly accountable for your words or deeds, but to thrive in an economy built on trust, we all need to be on our best behavior. Research suggests that people are more likely to trust someone like themselves, a tendency that’s on the rise. Future verification systems might help remind us that the people behind the screens are individuals just like us, not just avatars or funny usernames. And then, when we actually come together, face to face, because we’re sharing a car or a living space or a bicycle, we’ll remember how much we have in common—perhaps discovering, as we navigate an ever-changing digital age, that we’ve actually been brought closer together.

Melinda Mahaffey Icden is Spirit’s contributing senior editor.

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THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME MAY BE RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER—BUT BEYOND THE WELL-TRAVELED PATH. SO DON'T FEAR DETOURS, DELIGHT IN THEM. HERE ARE 28 SPOTS WORTH GOING THE DISTANCE FOR.

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hips did it first.

To “veer” meant to slacken the lines and go where the wind took you. In our case, it means that after enjoying your business trip or resort vacation or family visit, you take a different tack; you go the long way.

Consider the veer dessert after the main course.

Drive the back roads and blue highways to discover the hidden stop-ins and weekend hideaways to succeed your planned business or pleasure.

We’ve picked out more than two dozen spots to get you started (we even calculated their distances from the nearest major city). But a great veer requires a certain trust in serendipity. So make your bucket lists and itineraries, but leave time to poke around and chat up the locals. And when you stumble upon something wonderful, congratulate yourself. You haven’t Googled or guidebooked your way to it; you simply slackened the lines and veered.

—Jay Heinrichs

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KICK BACK LIKE BOND, JAMES BOND In 1952, Ian Fleming holed up in his Jamaican villa and wrote Casino Royale—the first of 14 James Bond books he would pen from what’s now GoldenEye Hotel & Resort (goldeneye.com; from $620). Ask for the 007 bedroom; Fleming’s writing desk still sits there, just in case you’re inspired to pen the next Great Spy Novel instead of basking at the beach.

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THE ART OF THE VEER

Olympia oysters at Taylor Shellfish Farms.

Eat Incredible Oysters

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Start 89 miles N of Seattle in Bellingham, WA: Here you’ll catch the ferry to languorous Lummi Island, where the seven-room Willows Inn (willowsinn.com; from $285) has earned pilgrimage status among foodies since chef Blaine Wetzel, an alum of the two-Michelin-starred Noma in Copenhagen, Denmark, took over in 2010. Wetzel describes his menu as a “story about the land” and

often serves those salty jewels of the sea, Shigoku oysters, on a bed of chilled pebbles and sorrel. In the morning, make your way to the tiny coastal town of Bow, where you can shuck your own sweet Kumamotos at Taylor Shellfish Farms (taylorsamish. com), run by the same family since 1890.

Bring wine and crusty French bread, claim a waterside picnic table,

and call it cocktail hour. For dinner, hit the nearby Oyster Bar (theoysterbar. net), where Samish Bays are baked with boar bacon, sherry, and chives. Or, pick your favorites on a half shell, including mild Royal Miyagis from South Puget Sound and cucumber-fresh Fanny Bays from Vancouver Island.

76 MILES SW OF DALLAS IN GLEN ROSE, TX

Take a Wild Ride

At the conservationist-run Fossil Rim Wildlife Center (fossilrim.org), you’re the safari captain. A 9½-mile road skirts open animal habitats home to everything from ostriches to aoudads, lending a whole new meaning to the words “wildlife crossing.”

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LOST ABBEY Inspired by the monastic brewing traditions of Belgium, Lost Abbey in San Marcos (34 miles N of San Diego) was the Champion Brewery at the 2013 San Diego International Beer Competition and Festival. One reason why: They age many of their brews in former spirits barrels before release. lostabbey.com CULTURE BREWING CO Steps from the sand in Solana Beach (23 miles N of San Diego), this brewery sports five nitrogen taps that pour a rotating roster of stouts, including one that’s tinged with black currant and oak and another with hints of peppermint. culture brewingco.com NICKEL BEER COMPANY This 6-month-old setup in Julian (60 miles NE of San Diego) churns out suds with a solid sense of place. Stonewall Stout, named for the town’s largest former gold mine, brims with notes of strong coffee, and the seasonal Apple Pie Ale (available in August) is made with Julian’s other historical staple. nickelbeerco.com

27 MILES NE OF BALTIMORE IN MONKTON, MD

Amble Through Fascinating Flora

Affluent eccentric Harvey Ladew hired local farmers to begin cultivating the 22 acres of Ladew Topiary Gardens (ladew gardens.com) in 1937. Now it’s home to 100plus ornately shaped shrubs—including sea horses, swans, and a fox “running” after four hounds—plus several themed “garden rooms.” How’s that for carving out a legacy?

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Bask on a Crowdless Beach

Pining for prime oceanfront access without the sunseeking hordes? Try Hollywood, quietly tucked between Fort Lauderdale and Miami and backed by a 2½-mile boardwalk. Stay at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (seminolehardrockhollywood.com), where you can splash in a colossal lagoon-style pool. Cabanas and a 182-foot waterslide add to the appeal. Whee!

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FLOAT DOWN A FREEWHEELING RIVER The country’s first national river, the Buffalo, flows for 150 pristine miles in northwest Arkansas.

Explore its undammed waters in a canoe rented from longtime local outfitter Buffalo Outdoor Center (buffaloriver.com). Paddle for the day, or plan to spend the night—you can pitch a tent on a sandbar or the shore. And don’t forget your rod and reel: In the summer, these waters brim with smallmouth bass.

Deer, elk, and campers make the shore their home.

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Play Lighthouse

In the summer, the lighthouse is open for daytime tours.

Standing watch over central Oregon’s craggy ocean cliffs since 1894, the Heceta Head Lighthouse (heceta lighthouse.com; from $234) now has a side gig—playing gracious host to guests as a six-room B&B. Ask for the Lightkeeper’s Room, and sink into the claw-foot tub that looks out on the slowly turning light, which guides ships from as far as 21 miles away.

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THE ART OF THE VEER

An installation by artist John Chamberlain at Dia:Beacon

Dos Ojos (Two Eyes) gets its name from its two main entry points.

Ogle Modern Art Start 66 miles N of New York City in Beacon, NY: This riverside town is so devoted to creativity that even the local ice cream shop, Zora Dora (zoradora. com), serves flavors neither Ben nor Jerry would have thought of. The real draw, though—and what keeps art-world insiders from around the globe enthralled—is Dia:Beacon (diaart.

org), a modern art museum housed in a former Nabisco factory. This year it’s hosting the first American retrospective of minimalist Carl Andre since 1980. Works on long-term view include Richard Serra’s outsized steel sculptures and Andy Warhol’s “Shadows,” a series of 102 paintings from the late ’70s. Tuck in at The Roundhouse at Beacon Falls (round

housebeacon.com; $159), a new hotel designed by the Rockwell Group (of Nobu and W Hotels renown). In the a.m., join locals for their daily jolt at Bank Square Coffeehouse (bank squarecoffeehouse. com), where baristas have been known to draw everything from leaves to galaxies in cappuccino foam.

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Sleep in a Love Shack

The six vintage Airstreams at Kate’s Lazy Desert (lazy meadow.com; $175) channel the vibrant taste of their owner, Kate Pierson of the B-52’s. Six miles from Joshua Tree National Park, they’re the perfect little place to get together.

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SWIM IN A SUBAQUATIC CAVE The shimmering-blue underwater wells of the Mayans, sacred sites for centuries, are within reach—if you know where to look. Book a daylong snorkeling tour with family-owned Edventure Tours (edventuretours.com.mx) to explore the submerged caverns at Dos Ojos; you’ll also stop by Yal-Ku Lagoon, sea turtle–filled Akumal Bay, and the mysterious ruins of Tulum.

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GRIMES POINT The etched basalt boulders along this national recreation trail just outside Fallon, Nevada (73 miles E of Reno) are easy to spot.

Look for wavy lines and animal and human figures in the markings—all created some 6,000 years ago. americantrails.org LAGOMARSINO CANYON Infrastructure is nil, and roads are rough, but a trip to this petroglyph site in Storey County, Nevada (10 miles E of Reno) is worth the trek. You’ll find an enormous collection of rock art panels—2,229 of them, to be exact—along a cliff that is said to be the site of ancient hunting rituals. nvrockart.org KYBURZ FLAT Want to see the rumored remains of primitive fertility ceremonies?

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FEAST ON FINE FROMAGE The Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company’s (pointreyescheese.com) reputation among cheese enthusiasts is as distinct as its awardwinning wheels (Bay Blue gives Stilton a run for its money, and Toma is sweet and buttery). On the to-do list for your visit: Meet the herd, see the milking barn, and have a multicourse tasting, paired with local craft beer or wine.

Holstein cows are raised on the farm from birth.

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Go Bonkers in a Biodome

What turned into Pauly Shore’s nightmare in the 1996 movie BioDome is the dream of the scientists at Biosphere 2 (b2science.org), who have created a world under sealed glass in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Here you can explore a self-contained ocean, rainforest, and fog desert, all in the name of learning. Sure beats science class!

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19 MILES NE OF CLEVELAND IN WILLOUGHBY HILLS, OH

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On 30 leafy acres, the three-bedroom Penfield House (penfieldhouse. com; from $275) was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for a man who was 6 feet, 8 inches tall—so expect soaring ceilings and doorways, along with the floor-to-ceiling windows and detailed woodwork that became Wright classics.

Shovels & Rope on stage in the Volcano Room.

Scope Out a State Fair 6 MILES E OF MINNEAPOLIS IN ST. PAUL, MN

And you thought fairs were just about fun rides.

Second only to Texas’ in annual attendance and kicking off on August 21, the Minnesota State Fair (mnstatefair. org) is home to the esteemed cropart competition: All entered works are crafted from Minnesota-grown seeds, stems, and other plant parts.

Dig into Country Music Start 84 miles SE of Nashville in McMinnville, TN:

Tennessee’s bluegrass roots literally run deep at Bluegrass Underground (bluegrass underground.com) in McMinnville, a radio show recorded 333 feet below Earth’s surface. Book ahead for seats to the “Volcano Room,” where PBS records shows by the likes of Ricky Skaggs and Lucinda Williams, and bring a jacket— the cave naturally maintains a constant 56 degrees. Back in

the city, bunk up at the Omni Nashville Hotel (omnihotels. com; $229), whose guitar-shaped lobby houses Johnny Cash’s Lucchese boots and Willie Nelson’s bandana. Twentytwo miles south in Franklin, Grays on Main (graysonmain. com), housed in a 19thcentury pharmacy, is a top venue for locals, who gather in its sec-

ond-floor boîte for throwback cocktails and bands from Music City and beyond. One last “must” on your agenda: Sutton Ole Time Music Hour (granvilletn.com), another radio broadcast—this one recorded on Saturday nights in an actual country store in Granville, 67 miles east of Nashville, and meant to relive the early glory days of the Grand Ole Opry.

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ANIMAL HOUSE

Scott catches a moment with his boon companions (and creations) Tiger and Gorilla.

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SCOTT HARRISON CARVED HIS WAY OUT OF PAIN, BATTLED EVIL AROUND THE WORLD, AND NOW BRINGS MAGIC TO A SMALL MOUNTAIN TOWN.

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From my house, the road to Happiness passes the meadow where the mountain lion ate the horse, past the pond where the coyotes gather, along the spine of the Continental Divide, and into the town of Nederland, Colorado, where my 2-year-old daughter goes ballistic.

“Mommy!” she shouts from the back of the car.

“We going to the carousel!”

“Yes, we are, Hollis,” I say.

“Mommy, what animal are you going to ride on the carousel?”

“Hmm, the gorilla?”

“No! I’m riding the gorilla!”

A pause.

“Mommy, what animal are you riding?”

“Let’s see ... the mermaid?”

“No! I’m riding the mermaid!”

And so on.

It goes like this until we come to the turnoff for the carousel, which sits between the police station and a train-car coffee shop. All kinds of Nederland residents mill about, including artists, musicians, ski bums, superathletes, and mountain town entrepreneurs. I pull my car up next to a 6-foot-high spring snowbank, and we enter the Carousel of Happiness.

The building, 3,000 square feet, steel-framed, is shaped like a circus tent. A small gift shop occupies the front, and Hollis beelines for a rack of Muppets. I nudge her away from it and toward the front counter, where we hand over our two laminated, reusable tickets. Passing a stout wooden walrus holding a guest book, we come to the merry-go-round itself, a circle of 33 one-of-a-

kind, hand-carved animals. Here, Hollis takes her sweet, excruciatingly long time deciding on which one she’ll ride. Just tall enough to graze the animals’ bellies, she passes the one horse on the entire carousel, a feather-adorned pony.

He gallops next to a flying pig, also wearing a saddle. Beyond the pig stands a stately giraffe draped in a black-and-yellow snake; behind him, a snaggletooth dragon. Close by but in its own world leaps a stag with real antlers. On a normal day, throngs of other 2-year-olds race for a seat on the saddle-bound calico cat, the lynx with ear tips of real lynx fur, the donkey carrying baskets of waving monkeys, the kangaroo holding the world in her hands (Australia-side up), a bejeweled elephant with a kid-size wicker basket on its back, a leather love seat presided over by a sweetfaced grizzly, and a sprightly, also jewel-adorned llama wearing, of all things, ballet toe shoes.

More animals soar above us: a not unfriendly fox peering down at the grizzly bear love seat, a mischievous-seeming raccoon holding a bunch of flowers, a skunk pawing Mardi Gras beads, and, way up at the top, the carving of a little girl,

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arms aloft as if conducting the carousel. I wait as patiently as I can while Hollis chooses her mount.

Surprise—she settles on the mermaid. “Mommy, I’ll ride her, and you ride the dolphin.” I hoist Hollis up, and then myself. As we wait for the shining brass gong that tells the animals it’s time to gallop, the conductor walks over.

Scott Harrison, the creator of the Carousel of Happiness and the carver of all these wooden creatures, is 66, white-haired, and hazel-eyed. Today, he wears a paint-splattered sweatshirt and jeans and covers his balding head with a hat advertising Nederland’s popular Frozen Dead Guy Days festival (named for someone’s loved one who’d been stored in a Tuff Shed; it’s that kind of town).

“Hollis!” Scott says. “It’s great to see you.” And to both of us: “Great choice of animals. They’re an interspecies couple. The baby dolphin in the mermaid’s arms is its offspring.” It’s a little weird and thoroughly magical, like the 1913 Wurlitzer band organ that Scott walks back to and revs to life with a hand crank. It plays music (today’s choice: “Chattanooga Choo Choo”) from a paper roll just as the carousel starts spinning. A placard on the

organ notes that it incorporates 102 instruments, including trumpets, flutes, piccolos, a cymbal, two drums, and tubas. I glance over at Hollis on her mermaid. She clutches the gold, swirlypatterned pole protruding from its back with a look of sheer ecstasy.

Then I look at Scott, the most prominent artist in a town filled with artists. He spent 29 years carving each of these animals and restoring an old carousel after U-Hauling its 20-ton body from Utah.

And with grants, cash donations, and volunteer labor from locals, he set it up. The doors opened on Memorial Day 2010, and since then Scott has sold or given away about half a million $1 tickets. Hollis has used an estimated 300 of them.

Before Hollis became a regular here, I knew nothing about Scott. After 31 years in Nederland, he’s no stranger. But when I asked around, few people knew much about him. Something told me that he had a deeper story, so I decided to talk to him myself. I’m so glad I did, because Scott Harrison exceeds anything I had expected—his is a strange, wonderful tale with a great and beautiful sadness at its center. Not unlike the carousel itself.

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WING MAN Scott began carving as an escape from days preventing torture around the world.

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grew up an unhappy child in Irving, Texas, a suburb of Dallas.

“It was just … the Fifties,” he says.

“You didn’t talk to your dad after work until he’d had his first drink. I didn’t know my mom had real emotions until I was in my 20s.” Two weeks before high school graduation, he joined the Marines. Having no interest in combat, 17-year-old Scott trained as a U.S. State Department–sanctioned Vietnamese interpreter as part of a five-person marine class.

The administration planned for men like Scott to win the hearts and minds of the villagers. But as it turned out, the need for combat soldiers was higher than the need for interpreters, so that’s what Scott became.

Going out on patrol in the countryside near the demilitarized zone between North and South Vietnam, Scott saw the worst kinds of horror.

Early on, he received a package from his sister containing the usual food and socks, plus a tiny wind-up music box that played Chopin’s E minor piano étude, known as “Tristesse” (“Sadness”).

During quiet spells after each fight, he took out the music box, held it to his ear, and listened.

“Tristesse” is slow and mournful, but it calmed

him. He pictured a meadow high in the mountains, with a beautiful carousel in the middle and people gathering and smiling.

Scott’s tour in Vietnam ended after seven months, when a North Vietnamese soldier lobbed a grenade that shredded his left knee.

He was taken out of the battle area without any of his belongings, including the backpack with the music box in it. But he never lost the song or the vision of the mountain meadow with the carousel. After spending three months recovering, he went home to an America “that wouldn’t look a soldier in the eye,” he says. He drank, took drugs, and avoided people—“isolating,” as he puts it. Still, he managed to graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, with a degree in geography. Afterward, he drove west to San Jose, California, where he found work in a boatyard and learned to make sailboats, carving the hulls from wood. Eventually he built himself a 32-foot schooner and sailed alone deep into the Pacific. As he tells it, he was out of his mind, sobbing with grief and remorse for most of his twoweek voyage. On day eight, he watched a 30-foot whale surface beside his boat. At this point Scott hesitates in telling his story. “It sounds a little

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‘woo-woo,’” he says. But after some coaxing, he continues.

The whale swam alongside him for three or four hours. And for reasons Scott can’t explain, it made him feel loved in a way he never had before.

It turned up an eye, regarding him, and Scott felt as if it conveyed a message: You belong among the living. He turned the boat around and sailed back to California.

Within two weeks, he was in San Francisco, at a Joan Baez concert. She sang for a Chilean folk singer, Victor Jara, who had been tortured to death under the dictator Pinochet. At the end of the concert, Baez solicited volunteers for Amnesty International. Soon after, Scott volunteered at the Amnesty office in San Francisco and quickly got involved in the group’s Urgent Action Network. This watchdog operation attempts to stop torture around the world by gathering real-time information on dissidents and political prisoners.

The network then floods government officials in those countries with faxes, telegrams, phone calls, and letters. “The purpose,” Scott says, “was to inform those officials, often from small towns and villages, that thousands of us from around the world knew what they were planning.”

A petite, raven-haired woman named Ellen Moore was also working there, and the two of

them, along with six other Amnesty staff and volunteers, helped stop an estimated 10,000 cases of torture. Along the way Scott and Ellen fell in love, married, and had two children.

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1982, Scott obtained one of the first portable computers on the market, which would allow him to work just about anywhere. He got his boss to let him move to Colorado and work out of his home.

After months of searching the state for a location suitable not only for the volumes of Amnestyrelated mail, but also for his vision of a mountain meadow, he landed in Nederland. Back in California, just before they moved, he attended an art exhibit in Oakland featuring carousel animals.

The vision of a carousel in a meadow had been playing in his head for years like a Chopin tune.

A beautiful, 6-foot, carved rabbit particularly impressed him, and he sketched a full-scale profile of it. He wasn’t entirely sure why.

In Colorado, Scott and Ellen ran the Urgent Action Network, working with a crew of interns from the University of Colorado. Many of their attempts to stop the horrors were unsuccessful; even the successful cases were not the sort of stories you want to go to bed remembering. Still, between the years of 1975 and 2007, they helped

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He continued carving for the next 25 years, switching to basswood, the traditional material of carousel-horse carvers. He learned from other carvers, studied up, bought new tools, and slowly improved. And so his life went, commuting between his home office, where he battled evil around the world, and his shop.

The whale swam alongside him and turned up an eye, regarding him.

Scott felt as if it conveyed a message: You belong among the living.

“You know, I want to say that I started carving because I wanted to create something beautiful for people, but in the beginning it was really for me,” he says. “Going to the shop, being with my animals, it was another way to isolate. Then again, I think it has always been there, that drive to create the carousel, because I knew it would bring people joy.”

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arm and let him hug them. Within a few years, animals populated every room, except the bathroom.

Scott took some to visit friends; Dolphin and Mermaid spent two years cheering a young woman bedridden with cerebral palsy.

Eventually, the animals overpopulated the house, and Scott rented space in a local miningequipment warehouse. Antique

wires, pulleys, and cables hung from the rafters, and Scott built shelves to hold the animals. He carved another, more detailed Rabbit, with a mouse in its tail and a timepiece etched into its paw. Each animal took three to six months to create, and he found himself bonding with them, even leaving classical music on for them when he left for the night.

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In September of 1986, Scott took his 7-year-old daughter, Colleen, to a National Carousel Association convention in Michigan. There, he met a man whose job was transporting carousels for buyers. Scott told him of his dream to find and restore an old carousel. A month later, the man put him in touch with the owner of a decrepit frame and rusting mechanism, built in 1910 by a young Danish immigrant named Charles Looff. Its first home was an amusement park called Saltair, on the shore of the Great Salt Lake in Utah, where it had survived not only a fire but also the collapse of a roller coaster, which crashed onto it during a windstorm. After Saltair went bankrupt in 1958, the carousel went to the Utah State Developmental Center, then to Charlotte Dinger, a carousel expert and collector, who kept the wooden animals and sold the frame and mechanism to Scott for $2,000.

He brought it home, where it sat in the yard collecting snow and rust. At times, he’d stare at it, wondering what he had done. But over the years, he slowly and carefully began restoring the thing. He took photos and notes, meticulously documenting his process. He read everything he could find on Looff carousels, traveling to two of them—in Spokane, Washington, and San Francisco—to climb inside and study their mechanics.

There were no blueprints. With the help of an engineer friend and several other mechanics, and after many tries, the carousel began to turn. The Wurlitzer, purchased from a collector in Buffalo, New York, followed. Scott created a nonprofit group and donated the carousel, the organ, and his animals to it. All the while he continued to work at Amnesty as the director of the Urgent Action Network. Finally, in 2008, a Ned-

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When the Carousel opened on Memorial Day two years later, Scott ran it slowly and silently, in honor of the men he had fought with in Vietnam, including two— Paul Christmas and Christian Langenfeld—who had died on

the day he was injured. Before the opening, Scott placed a plaque with their names on the wall of the carousel. “It was important to me to give a piece of the carousel to those two,” he says. “I’m not the most reflective guy, but I wanted some way to keep them in my heart and memory. From the very beginning, this carousel has had a deep spiritual meaning for me.”

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A year and a half after the opening, in the fall of 2011, Scott conceived of another project. He wanted to turn the wall between the gift shop and the carousel into a work of art. He envisioned a place between here and there, between waking and dreaming, between life and death even, and he gave it a name: Somewhere Else. All the animals he carved into the wall—a giraffe and a chimp, a pelican, a small penguin, a dog, and a polar bear—would appear to be traveling to and from Somewhere Else. He even carved a replica of his own leg, from the calf down, as if he were passing through the wall himself.

At this time, Scott’s nonprofit still owed $36,000 in construction debt. So within his creation, Scott also created an opportunity.

The 14-foot-long Somewhere Else wall would contain a 6-inch-deep “void” behind its facade. For a donation of $100 or more, patrons could put something of value—a poem, perhaps, or a picture—into the wall. He put the word out in the Carousel of Happiness newsletter, which is sent to donors and members of the carousel, and continued on his way.

Slowly, quietly, these tokens begin to filter in. They were what he expected, the poems and photos. But then one day, something else happened: A man named Paul Richard came to Scott with a wrenching question.

Paul’s wife, Laura, had recently died in a motorcycle crash. Laura had loved the carousel, riding it whenever she and Paul traveled to Nederland from their home in Taos, New Mexico. Tears pooled

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Scott immediately thought of the unfinished Somewhere Else wall, and suddenly it took on another, even more meaningful purpose.

Shortly thereafter, Paul held a “remembrance” for Laura inside the carousel building. People gathered to talk about the Laura

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“It’s true,” he says. “It’s what happens when people come in mourning but get to remember their loved ones in a place of joy.

The animals, the motion of the carousel, the ride itself seems to alleviate their pain. When they leave, they’re not happy, but they’re thinking of that loved one in a different way.”

Along with Laura’s ashes, the wall now contains all sorts of other mementos. Last month, Scott held a party for donors, and he invited several Nederland children to place mementos like photos and drawings inside the wall. He invited Hollis and the rest of our family and asked each one of us to contribute something of meaning.

While the wall provides a passage to Somewhere Else, so of course does the carousel. Inspired by a music box, created by a man who saw more than his share of horrors and who “isolated” with his animals to a woodshop, the Carousel of Happiness is the epicenter of my daughter’s childhood.

And so the story begins again.

My opinionated little girl sits on Mermaid, and I, on Dolphin.

Scott hits the brass gong that signals the animals are ready.

He turns the 100-year-old crank on the timeworn machine that starts the carousel. We spin around and around, past the signs saying, “Don’t forget to wave!”

“Have fun!” and “Smile!”

And we do.

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Good things do come in small packages, and Providence is all the proof we need. Brimming with historic haunts, notable eateries, and esteemed art museums, this cultured capital packs quite the punch in its 20 square miles.

Off we go!

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BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE HERE

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HIGH AND MIGHTY

The Rhode Island State House offers free tours.

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GETTING THERE Fly into T.F. Green Airport in Warwick, about 12 miles south of Providence. pvdairport.com

DRAW THE LINE

Aspiring artists find inspiration at the RISD Museum.

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Hotel Providence This boutique hotel’s lobby is festooned with a rotating collection of works by local artists, and art classes (like painting or photography) are offered year-round.

The Dean Hotel Belt out tunes at the city’s newest karaoke bar, The Boombox, inside this hip, just-opened hotel, where a beer hall, a cocktail lounge, and a coffee shop offer liquid encouragement.

The Providence Biltmore You’ll find the only hotel spa in town at this newly renovated getaway.

We suggest the Pure Fiji Hydrating Body Treatment, which soothes skin with raw cane sugar.

What do Dale Chihuly, Shepard Fairey, and Nicole Miller have in common? They all attended the revered Rhode Island School of Design. See the works of these alumni (as well as other international artists) at the RISD Museum, home to more than 91,000 objects dating from 3600 B.C. to the present. A few must-sees: a silk dress from Chanel, circa 1958; abstract oil paintings by Picasso; and a 10-foot-tall, wooden Buddha, carved in Japan in the 12th century. For a modern take, peruse Graphic Design: Now in Production, an exhibit of the industry’s most innovative work of the past 14 years. And if photography is your preferred medium, focus on the collection of photos taken by Andy Warhol of famed subjects like Joan Collins, on display through June 29.

Better snap to it! risdmuseum.org Your adventure continues…

What might be included in your ideal afternoon?

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Eye Incredible Art

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Make an affordable escape to Providence, Rhode Island’s Creative Capital. Sample cuisine from one of the country’s hottest culinary destinations. Shop for clothing tax free. Enjoy the work of emerging and established artists. Discover our rich history. And don’t miss the multisensory majesty of WaterFire. Plan your creative escape by visiting GoProvidence.com.

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Play Outside

Now here’s a breath of fresh air: Providence’s average May high is 68 degrees, which means frolicking outdoors should top your to-do list. Go green at Goddard Memorial State Park in Warwick, a nearly 500-acre expanse located about 12 miles south of the city. Here you’re free to feast at picnic areas under the shade of red maple and yellow birch trees. Take a swing at the nine-hole golf course, or catch some rays at Goddard Park Beach, a sandy stretch on Greenwich Bay. When it’s time for a change of pace, scoot over to C and L Stables for a guided horseback ride along the park’s 18 miles of equestrian trails. (Easter, an easygoing Arabian steed, tends to be a favorite among kiddos.) As you trot along, you’ll score exquisite views of the rolling bay below. How’s that for going with the flow? riparks.com Your adventure continues…

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La Gondola Hop aboard a calming, 40-minute gondola ride on the Woonasquatucket and Providence Rivers while soaking up sights of the city. Bonus: It’s BYOB.

GETTING AROUND Though quite walkable, Providence also offers buses and trolleys via the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority. ripta.com

Which would you like to learn more about?

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GREEN DAY

Brewer Greenwich Bay Marina sits just a few miles from the state park.

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Always AN Adventure!

Site of the renowned JACK-O-LANTERN SPECTACULAR Oct 2 – Nov 2

Visit downtownprovidence.com to find all there is to see, eat, and do downtown—events, shopping, dining, selfguided tours, news, and more!

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by Travel + Leisure. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, Green Airport keeps you moving so you can enjoy the journey in between.

Find out what Providence’s district for life sciences and technology can offer you. pvdairport.com

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Study Architecture We’re not ones to live in the past—unless we’re talking about ogling some of the city’s most striking building styles from centuries gone by. Begin your journey on Benefit Street, lined with an impressive concentration of Victorian- and colonial-era homes. This 1-mile stretch is where you’ll find the former residence of John Brown, founder of the College of Rhode Island, which was later renamed in his honor. Tour the three-story brick mansion before you head for The Providence Athenaeum, a Greek Revival–style beauty that houses a library Edgar Allan Poe frequented. From there, amble to nearby Thomas Street to eye the Fleur de Lys, a vibrant 1885 structure built as a nod to the American Arts and Crafts movement. Now that’s a master plan. rihs.org, providenceathenaeum.org, providenceartclub.org

New Harvest Coffee & Spirits Located inside The Arcade, the country’s first indoor shopping mall, this new café invites caffeine seekers to score a buzz with favorites like bourbon lattes and Irish coffee.

The Dorrance Sip on the Up & Cumber— made with cucumber vodka, St. Elder, lime, simple syrup, and ginger beer—at this downtown eatery’s regallooking bar.

Pastiche Italian mascarpone tortes (above) and banana cream tarts are just a few of the tasty desserts created at this sweet spot in the restaurantpacked neighborhood of Federal Hill.

GETTING OUT Wheel your way to BikeFest RI on May 17 as BMX stunt performers, a climbing wall, food trucks, live music, and—of course—bikes, roll into town. bikefestri.com

Your adventure continues...

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BRIGHT SIDE

The Fleur de Lys is home to an artists’ studio, just as it was in 1885.

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Chew It Over

Brown University 250 Continue your history tour at this prestigious university, which is celebrating its 250th year with concerts, films, panel discussions, and more through May 2015.

FOLLOW US Follow Spirit editors on the road by connecting with us on Instagram @SpiritMagazine.

Here’s a city that’s truly a cut above. Providence has earned accolades from the James Beard Foundation and readers of Travel + Leisure, due largely to top-notch restaurants like North. Though reservations aren’t accepted, it’s well worth the wait for Asian fusion creations like the roasted chicken ramen with soy egg and wakame. Continue your culinary crusade at Birch, where the ever-changing menu features dishes like shaved scallops with avocado, radish, and bronze fennel—just one reason chef Benjamin Sukle has been turning heads nationwide. Prefer your meals meatless? Then you’ll be thrilled to discover The Grange, a laid-back vegetarian joint serving up favorites like a po’boy stacked with fried oyster mushrooms atop a pretzel bun. Chopchop! foodbynorth.com, birchrestaurant.com, providencegrange.com

ON A ROLL

Beef tartare gets pretty at Birch.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BENJAMIN SUKLE (BIRCH) AND NICHOLAS MILLARD/GOPROVIDENCE.COM (BROWN)

Fête Everyone from country crooners to hip-hop acts take the stage at this live music hangout in the historic Olneyville neighborhood.

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California

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The irresistibility of California lies somewhere between its glittering Pacific Ocean beaches and the snowcapped Sierra Nevada mountains.

Whether you come for the surf breaks or big breaks, the chilled vibe or the chilled wine, prepare to EXPERIENCE CALIFORNIA DREAMING AT ITS FINEST.

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he country’s most idyllic weather and tastiest fish tacos are found in the sunny region of Southern California, which 60 percent of the state’s population call home. Bordered by Mexico to the south, Santa Barbara wine country to the north, and the Mojave to the east, SoCal is a fitting place to begin the journey along iconic Highway One. Begin in San Diego, then veer off at the fashionable resort playground of Palm Springs for golf and Midcentury Modern architecture, before winding up at Orange County and Los Angeles.

Balboa Park, home to 15 major museums, is a historic hub.

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SAN DIEGO Conveniently situated north of Baja California—where locals head to the border for weekends in Ensenada— and 120 miles south of Los Angeles, San Diego is home to more than 1.3 million residents, making it the eighth largest city in the country. There’s more to this glorified, sleepy surf town than its 70 miles of dreamy beaches, though. Consider the theater scene found at the renowned La Jolla Playhouse, the star-studded Comic-Con mega fest each July and the abundance of old-school diners and ice cream shops nestled throughout nearby Coronado Island. Though we begin our trip here, you might find it hard to leave “America’s Finest City.”

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With more than 40 breweries within county lines, San Diego’s suds scene is hopping. Head to Stone Brewing Co.’s new Stone Brewery World Bistro & Gardens inside former military barracks at the the city’s buzzing Liberty Station neighborhood. Order a round of the beer and wine on tap and pair your selection with charred Brussels sprouts and savory BBQ duck tacos before a game of bocce ball out on the lawn.

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immense PETCO Park baseball stadium, home to the San Diego Padres.

Begin your evening at Donovan’s Steak House. The wood-paneled, whitetablecloth restaurant evokes old-school dining right down to the maitre d’ who will remember your name after a second visit. Locals come for the passed steak sliders pleasing the happy hour crowd, as well as the New York strip for dinner and crème brûlée for dessert. The restaurant’s original location in La Jolla boasts an NFL San Diego Chargers memorabilia-packed private dining room, since it’s a favorite of the local boys in blue.

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Pint-size travelers, ideally ages 2–12, are guaranteed sweet dreams at the LEGOLAND Hotel, just 30 miles North of San Diego in Carlsbad.

Tucked inside the 128-acre LEGOLAND park, the 250-room toyland boasts larger-than-life LEGO masterpieces. Take, for example, the 32-foot shipwreck and castle in the lobby, or the choice of pirate-, kingdom-, and adventure-themed suites. Perks such as nightly shows and extended play hours for the park’s 60 rides, water park, and aquarium, are added bonuses.

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The city’s top attraction is the famed 100-acre San Diego Zoo in lush Balboa Park. More than 3.2 million visitors a year go wild for more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals—especially the giant pandas—and 700,000 exotic plants covering the sanctuary.

If you have time, head north to the San Pasqual Valley to the sprawling San Diego Zoo Safari Park. As if that wasn’t enough, you’re also free to explore the palm-lined coastal enclave of La Jolla for boutique shopping, fine dining, and sunset viewing along the sandstone cliffs. La Jolla Cove is a popular gathering spot for picnics and watching hordes of seals and sea lions sunbathing on the beach and rocks.

SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR The affluent seaside town of Del Mar, situated 20 miles north of San Diego, is home to the 370acre oceanfront Del Mar Fairgrounds, which plays host to the annual San Diego County Fair every year from June through Fourth of July weekend. Take the family to enjoy the dizzying array of rides and deepfried carnival foods, rivaled only by the music of the Summer Concert Series starring artists like country crooner Darius Rucker and pop songstress Zendaya. Come July 17, the Del Mar race-

track at the Del Mar Fairgrounds erupts with big hats, fanfare, and horsepower for Opening Day of the racing season, lasting through September.

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NEWPORT BEACH More than 6 million visitors each year flock to the exclusive enclave of Newport Beach in the heart of Orange Country, where flip-flops and Ferraris are a common pairing.

Situated between Los Angeles to the north and San Diego to the south, the city combines the ideal mix of high style and surf culture. Laying claim to the largest recreational harbor on the West Coast, Newport Beach is flush with private yachts, a buzzing boardwalk, and fresh fare from more than 400 local restaurants. This month’s Newport Beach Wine Festival and Balboa Island Artwalk are among

the many events highlighting the city’s quintessential beach town charm.

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In between rounds of shopping at luxe Fashion Island, refuel with a fresh concoction at Great Maple. Located inside the expansive, three-story, open-air mall, the Euro-dinette doles out Honey Mules made with muddled mint, honey vodka, and spicy ginger beer. For more shopping and sipping, seek out the boutiques and gastropubs dotting the stylish enclaves of Crystal Cove Promenade, Corona del Mar Plaza, and The Bluffs.

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Unique shopping abounds in the designer boutiques of Fashion Island or allow Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom or Bloomingdale’s to satisfy your shopping desires. Stroll the charming streets of Corona del Mar, Balboa Island and Mariner’s Mile. Explore the shops at Crystal Cove Promenade, Corona del Mar Plaza, the Bluffs and more.

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Crystal Cove State Park spans 3.5 miles of beach and 2,791 acres of wooded canyons, bluffs, and trails.

Take a swing at The Resort at Pelican Hill.

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Check out the city’s pack of tried-andtrue seafood dives such as The Crab Cooker, known for its clam chowder.

The latest dining trend on the harbor is Dock & Dine, where boaters can pull up to the dock of one of a dozen participating waterfront restaurants, like The Cannery, for meals or happy hour with a view. Don’t forget to indulge your sweet tooth with the city’s beloved Balboa Bar, a chocolatedipped and sprinkle-covered ice cream bar, found a ferry ride away at the Balboa Island institution Dad’s Donuts.

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Whether you’re seeking five-star resorts or a charming hideaway, Newport Beach has it all. The Hyatt Regency Newport Beach throws a Summer Concert Series with big-name artists performing in the Back Bay Amphitheater, making the recently renovated, multimillion dollar, 407room property a must-stay. Spread across 504 hilly acres, The Resort at Pelican Hill offers Tuscan-style bliss through its 332 lavish bungalows, a Tom Fazio–designed golf course and cabana-flanked Coliseum Pool, one of the largest circular pools in the world.

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Spanning 3.5 miles of beach and 2,791 acres of wooded canyons, bluffs, and trails, Crystal Cove State Park is the ideal place to feel away from it all.

Mountain bikers, joggers, hikers and equestrians alike will have reason to rejoice. Tour the park’s Historic District, dotted with 46 rustic cottages dating back to the ’30s and ’40s. Corona del Mar State Beach, or “CdM”

to locals, is a pretty half-mile patch of cliffside beach, where swimmers and surfers flock. Go all in and get schooled on the water with Newport Beach Surfing Lessons.

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Residents are fierce about yachting, especially the annual Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race, a 125–nautical mile sprint of more than 200 crews down to the Baja California peninsula, held each April. Ogle the million-dollar nautical eye candy along the Pacific Coast Highway stretch referred to as Mariner’s Mile.

Live like a local, and charter your own canopy-topped Duffy boat, dubbed “golf carts on water.” Zip along the harbor, or take a guided kayak tour that stops at Pirate’s Cove, where Gilligan’s Island was filmed.

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LOS ANGELES Los Angeles is best known for its glamorous side, but the City of Angels, which packs in 9.9 million residents (second only to New York City), also offers a rich mix of culture and cool.

Known as the Creative Capital of the World, L.A. lives up to the name with its innovative dining, invigorated art scene, and high-wattage talent.

Downtown L.A. shines bright.

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Hip hotel pools are as plentiful as A-listers in Tinsel Town. Park yourself in a poolside cabana at the tuckedaway Kelly Wearstler–designed Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills, where the freshly muddled mojitos flow from the hotel restaurant and bar Oliverio.

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Food is serious business in L.A., including ones on four wheels. Lines hundreds of people deep wrap around the cult Korean and Mexican street food fusion food truck Kogi, best known for its short-rib taco. Angelenos are currently loving the seasonal California cuisine at downtown’s Alma restaurant, lauded for being Bon Appétit’s 2013 pick for Best New Restaurant in America.

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With more museums than any city in America, you can make a day out of gallery-hopping in the NoHo Arts District and at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) for its outdoor Friday jazz nights. Because celeb sighting is a quintessential L.A. pleasure, guarantee your odds with a visit to Madame Tussauds Hollywood.

With 120 interactive wax figures and experiences, find your favorite stars, including the newest figure of internationally renowned DJ Tiësto. You never know whom you’ll bump into during the two-hour Warner Bros.

Studio VIP Tour, a behind-the-scenes peek inside sound stages, prop closets, and film sets.

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Escape the city lights of L.A. for laid-back Santa Barbara, just a scenic 95-mile drive north. Host a girlfriend getaway at the AAA Four Diamond awarded Chumash Casino Resort, set in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley wine country. The Spa promises the ultimate recharge with a Chumash Indian–inspired Samala Stone Massage, while The Willows restaurant offers maximum indulgence with the saffron-laced cioppino,

best paired with a local pinot noir.

Let the 2,000 slot machines and dozens of game tables round out the weekend, along with live performances by

Grammy-winning R&B singer Gladys Knight and Mexico’s beloved band Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan, before retiring to one of 106 wellappointed rooms.

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Settled at the meeting of the Sacramento River and the American River is California’s capital city of Sacramento, just 88 miles north of San Francisco.

The waterfront city, steeped in pioneerand Gold Rush–era history, lays claim to more than 5,000 acres of parkland, backing up its nickname, The City of Trees. Amid the shade of oaks and maples, enjoy Sactown’s most popular landmarks, including downtown’s restored Crest Theater, The Crocker Art Museum and the Tower Bridge.

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he abrupt rise of Big Sur’s peaks from the Pacific Ocean is one of the unofficial welcome signs to Northern California. With a population of nearly 14 million people in the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento, NorCal’s growth is partly due to the techie allure of Silicon Valley, the glorious stretch of hikeable acres, and an unparalleled food scene, anchored by the region’s farm-to-table roots.

The pulse of the city is found in Midtown among the district’s eclectic art galleries, bars, boutiques and restaurants, located east of downtown.

Hot spots like Zocalo lure locals with live music and a modern Mexican

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menu that’s best enjoyed with a sweet-and-savory blackberry margarita. Second Saturdays in the neighborhood are especially lively as art gallery openings are hosted throughout the neighborhood.

back dining scene that Local Roots Food Tours will help you navigate—one bite at a time. The 3.5hour Origins of Sacramento Food and History Walking Tour winds through Midtown’s Sutter District and East Sacramento’s Fabulous Forties neighborhood, combining history with tastings from six eateries along the way. If you don’t have the gastronomic stamina, then

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Stepping onto the cobbled streets of the Old Sacramento State Historic Park is like stepping back into the Wild West. Once the westernmost point for the Pony Express and home of the first transcontinental railroad, Old Sacramento’s rich history is restored in a cluster of 50 early-Gold Rush–era buildings, conveniently based in downtown.

Notable structures include the 1849 Eagle Theater and the 1853 B. F. Hastings Building, once home to the California Supreme Court.

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Discover something new when you escape to Win-River Resort Casino, nestled in the quiet suburb of Redding, just a little over two hours north of Sacramento. Not only is the lively main floor packed with 700-plus slot machines, a bingo hall, and more than a dozen game tables, but the resort boasts the distinction of being the largest smokefree casino in California. With a brand-new, 84-room hotel on site, stay in one of WinRiver’s generously sized suites, and enjoy the Creekside Pub & Grill and the Urban Retreat Day Spa. At the intimate Overtime Sports Bar & Lounge, take in shows from music legends like country music royalty Wynonna Judd and former Poison rocker Bret Michaels.

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Set amid the rolling hills in Sonoma County is a worthy wine country detour—the recently opened Graton Casino. Located in Rohnert Park, just 45 minutes north of San Francisco, the 340,000-square-foot gaming destination welcomes with a vine-covered entry, vertical gardens, and sweeping architectural lines inspired by the Sonoma ridgelines. Inside, lavish restaurants with menus conceived by Bay Area celebrity chefs border the gaming floor, like Chef Martin Yan’s dim sum–centric M.Y. China and Chef Tony Gemignani’s pizzeria Tony’s of North Beach. Unwind at Sky, Graton’s glittering center bar that glows under a magnificent skylight and offers 360-degree views of all the action on the floor.

RENAISSANCE CLUBSPORT The wide-open spaces of Walnut Creek give way to Renaissance ClubSport Walnut Creek Hotel, a high-end sports club hotel hybrid, located 16 miles east of Oakland.

The 85,000-square-foot wellness mecca features a 170-room, full-service hotel, thereby removing the excuse not to workout while traveling. As a hotel guest, enjoy the access of a club member and take advantage of the daily group fitness classes— yoga, studio cycle, bootcamp and barre strength, among them—then reward your body with healthy bites at C-blue Express Deli and serious pampering at the R Spa. Like the property’s sister site in Orange County, the fitness resort offers child care, swimming, and seasonal Friday jazz nights at C-blue Wet Bar & Bistro.

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SAN FRANCISCO Visitors converge on San Francisco seeking its iconic steep streets, zipping cable cars and the towering, fogwhipped Golden Gate Bridge. Nestled on the San Francisco Bay, the the city is densely packed into 47 square miles of cutting-edge culture. Whether touring Alcatraz Island or getting lost in the de Young Museum is more your style, there’s plenty to tempt every taste in San Fran.

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Picking a neighborhood to base your evening plans is as varied as picking your poison. Locals are loving nights out in the Mission District and swank Russian Hill, tucked between Nob Hill and Fisherman’s Wharf, for cocktails at the earthy, wood-paneled Verbena. The drinks, like the food, embrace the local and seasonal with fresh ingredients such as horchata

foodie feast housed in a refurbished 1898 gem. While wandering among the nearly 50 specialty restaurants and shops inside the 660-foot indoor market, scoop up the city’s signature sourdough from Acme Bread Company, a cone filled with slices of housecured meats from Boccalone and artisan grapefruit-tarragon truffles at Recchiuti Confections.

and chamomile, as well as the grapefruit shrub in the addicting Victory and Brightness.

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Michelin stars and farm-to-table concepts are trademarks of the local dining scene, but the Ferry Building in the Financial District is a one-stop

Make the picturesque neighborhood of Presidio home base with a stay at the quaint Inn at the Presidio, located near the verdant Golden Gate Park.

Once military housing, the Georgian Revival–style hotel is a national historic landmark with 22 plush rooms—17 with cozy fireplaces. Hike the wooded trails or take a stroll past the district’s sprawling Victorian homes, then land at the Presidio Social Club, a beloved brasserie, anchored by a 45-foot marble bar, known for serving oldschool standards.

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It’s easy to see why artists flock to this scenic state, with its airy mountain peaks, glittering rivers, and quaint adobe architecture. From national parks to Indian art museums and luxury resorts, New Mexico has something to indulge backpackers and solace seekers alike.

Come with us as we reveal how THE LAND OF ENCHANTMENT WORKS ITS MAGIC ON MILLIONS OF VISITORS EACH YEAR.

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hopping beer scene. Esteemed restaurants. Renowned museums.

Works of art that have wowed visitors from all over the globe.

Santa Fe may be the country’s oldest capital city, but this sunny locale isn’t slowing down one bit. In fact, it seems to only get better with age. Whether you come to share in the 320 days of sunshine each year, explore the more than 300 galleries or amble among the adobe architecture, The City Different’s laid-back vibe will keep you coming back for more.

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In 2013, the total number of gallons of craft beer made in New Mexico surpassed 65,000 barrels, and Santa Fe Brewing Co. is a major player in this buzzing scene. With distribution currently throughout nine states (with more in the works), New Mexico’s oldest microbrewery also invites thirsty patrons to stop by either of their two Santa Fe area tasting rooms for a sample of favorites like the caramel-andchocolate-flavored State Pen Porter.

Swing by on a Saturday afternoon for tours of the brewery, topped off with a sample, of course.

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Too many cooks in the kitchen is a gourmand’s dream when you consider the number of James Beard–nominated chefs setting up shop at area res-

taurants like La Boca, a Spanish tapas eatery. Here, guests are wowed by dishes like the fideo negro, a squid-ink pasta with shrimp and mussels, perfected by chef James Campbell Caruso.

Or take Izanami, a 6-month-old eatery currently a semifinalist for “Best New Restaurant.” Located at Ten Thousand Waves spa, this upscale, Japanese-style tavern serves standbys and unique creations like tofu dengaku, all under the watchful eye of chef Kim Müller.

Ask just about any New Mexican where the breakfast burrito was invented, and they’ll proudly tell you this creation is one of their state’s claims to fame. That’s why the New Mexico Tourism Department has been on the hunt for the best burritos around in an effort to map out their “Breakfast Burrito Byway.” Vote online through May 18 at newmexico.org/ burrito to choose which 50 spots deserve a place on the route.

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Situated in the scenic Pojoaque Valley, Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino provides stunning views of the New Mexico countryside in each of its guest rooms—but that’s just for starters.

Wander around this relaxing spread, and you’ll find more than 300 works of art, ranging from pottery and paintings

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More than 300 works of art, ranging from pottery to mosaics, are found throughout Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino.

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to mosaics and weavings, representing every native tribe within the state.

Keep the local vibe going as you settle in for fine dining at the on-site restaurant, Red Sage, which proves it has the flavors of the Southwest down pat with dishes like the tender kurobuta pork chop. If you can time your trip over June 16–18, you just may be lucky enough to spot Hindu spiritual leader and guru Amma during her three-day seminar focused on the overall idea of love and compassion toward all, a theme for which she is well-known.

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You’ll be seeing blue and green at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture while its renowned turquoise exhibit is on display, now through spring 2016. Peruse hundreds of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, belts and more made from the precious stone while you pick up lesser-known tidbits along the way. (Did you know turquoise is believed to protect against misfortune?) Now that’s what we call a gem.

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Situated in the heart of the Tularosa Basin in Alamogordo, about 200 miles south of Albuquerque, lies White Sands National Monument with its 275 square miles of glistening gypsum sand. Embark on a sunset stroll or full-moon bike ride, or soak up the ideal photo opps.

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Carlsbad Caverns National Park, located in the Guadalupe Mountains about 35 miles southwest of Carlsbad, is home to some 120 limestone caves. You’re free to scout out popular ones like Carlsbad Cavern—just look for the thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats that settle here each summer.

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Between the years of about 850 A.D. and 1250, Chaco Canyon was the cultural hub for ancient Pueblo tribes. Today you can visit Chaco Culture National Historical Park in Nageezi, about 150 miles northwest of Albuquerque, and partake in tours, campfire talks, and more.

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hings are heating up in this desert locale, and we’re not just referring to the temperature. This multicultural city, home to more than 70 ethnicities, is causing quite the stir with its James Beard–nominated eateries, booming TV and film industry, historic hangouts, and renowned resorts.

Though recognized as the top city in the world for hot-air ballooning—a mustdo for any first-time visitors—this charming getaway provides plenty to do for those who prefer their excursions to take place on solid ground.

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We know just the thing to bring a twinkle to your eye: Make your way to Gruet Winery where some 15 varieties of sparkling wine have earned this family-run company the attention of oenophiles around the country.

The winery is run by a brother and sister duo hailing from the Champagne region of France, and you might think hefty price tags would accompany their sophisticated pours—but most of the wines sell for under $20, including the Gruet Sauvage, which finishes with a bright, crisp acidity. We’ll raise a glass to that.

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Too much of a good thing is a good thing, at least when we’re talking about the plethora of respected

restaurants in Albuquerque. For a seat at celebrated eatery Jennifer James 101, reservations are a must. Worry not, though—once you take your seat inside this tiny gem’s high-ceilinged dining room and dig into rotating menu creations like the chickpea fries, you’ll see why a little extra planning is well worth it.

At Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm, a cozy B&B set among lavender fields, guests can’t wait to score a table at La Merienda. Though the menu changes seasonally, you can typically count on a dish infused with honey from the on-site honey bees.

What do you get when you throw together hackberries, cattails, agave, crawfish, and yucca? Just some of the ingredients that go into the savory dishes concocted at yet another one of the state’s James Beard– nominated restaurants, The Curious Kumquat. Situated in a funky 1870s house in Silver City, about 250 miles south of Albuquerque, this former grocery (called the “Quat” by locals) is sure to delight even the most discerning of diners.

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towering Sandia Mountains cater to your style. But awesome scenery is only the beginning of what this relaxing spread has to offer. The resort’s rousing concert series, which kicks off on May 2, steals the show as performers like Reba McEntire, Ringo Starr, and Alabama take the stage this year.

And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, a visit to the rooftop restaurant, Bien Shur, convinces you otherwise as you dig into dishes like the New Mexico lamb chops, made with vadouvan, beets, barley, and green apple relish. Sublime views, exhilarating concerts, and fantastic fare? Now that’s livin’ large.

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What’s the best way to explore a new city? With the locals, of course. That’s where Mike Silva and Jesse Herron, owners of ABQ Trolley Co., come in handy. These friendly fellas, formerly Albuquerque tourism industry professionals, launched their own

tour company in 2009. Guests are invited to hop aboard their open-air trolley for the “Best of ABQ City Tour,” an 85-minute spin around town that

passes can’t-miss spots like Old Town, historic Route 66, and locations from the hit series Breaking Bad. That’s what we call a showstopper.

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ituated high in the Rocky Mountains of southeastern New Mexico, Ruidoso has earned a well-deserved reputation as a premier ski getaway due largely to its close proximity to Ski Apache.

But you may not know that when the snow melts, this scenic escape continues to draw attention due to its outstanding weather, award-winning golf courses and savory flavors, leaving many visitors convinced this laid-back locale is worthy of yearround excursions.

of traveler. Perfect your swing on one of Golf Digest’s top 40 casino golf courses in the country; kick back in the casino where everything from penny slots to table games will

test your luck; or be blown away by performers like country crooner Kip Moore, whose performance on May 22 is sure to leave you in seventh heaven.

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Magnolia Blossom Festival

For 26 years now, some 40,000 folks have gathered in Magnolia, about 140 miles southwest of Little Rock, to celebrate one of the plant world’s oldest specimens. But the Magnolia Blossom Festival and World Championship Steak Cook-Off is more than an opportunity to sniff an intoxicating flower.

The jam-packed, two-day event also features live music from Journey cover band DBS and country crooner Frank Foster, plus a bass-fishing tournament, a 5K, and a 1-mile fun run. There will also be shows galore: puppetry for kids, a playful dog show for animal lovers, antique cars and motorcycles on display, and the beloved art show, which shines a spotlight on the works of dozens of regional artists. Gastronomes will get rumbly in the tumbly over the festival’s steak cook-off, which invites amateur chefs to grill 16-ounce certified Angus beef rib eyes in hopes of laying claim to the Governor’s Cup and a $4,000 purse. blossomfestival.org SAN FRANCISCO

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The 7.46-mile course, which runs from east to west across the City by the Bay, has been populated by as many as 110,000 competitors (a Guinness World Record), many of them donning vibrant, goofy costumes, providing spectators with a rollicking good time. Race participants will fortunately not have to navigate Lombard, the world’s most crooked street with eight hairpin turns, though they will pound the same pavement Steve McQueen famously did in the legendary car chase from 1968’s Bullitt. Live music provides entertainment along the competition route as Fog City hoofers attempt to best last year’s winning time of 35:01. baytobreakers.com NEW YORK CITY

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Internet Week NY

Two decades ago, having a “portable” phone meant you could move a cordless handset a few feet away from its base; these days, you can send a text from 9:52 PM Mount Everest. Celebrate all that and more at Internet Week NY, a seven-day, citywide festival offering more than 250 panels, exhibits, screenings, and parties in honor of technology’s deep, worldwide impact on business and culture. Headquartered at Chelsea’s Metropolitan Pavilion but with happenings scheduled throughout the city, the fest, booted up in 2008, features speakers and elite guests from the upper echelons of the medium at its high-caliber events.

A few of the highlights include the 18th annual Webby Awards, presentations from BuzzFeed co-founder Jonah Peretti and Netflix exec Neil Hunt, and the sixth annual Webutante Ball, a gala held at the Marquee nightclub. To attend, though, you’ll have to actually log off, change out of your pajamas, and run a comb through that hair. Sure, on the Internet nobody knows you’re a

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Spoleto Festival USA

In 1735, the Holy City— so nicknamed for the sumptuous church steeples and cathedral spires that grace its skyline—hosted North America’s first opera performance, firmly establishing the community as a haven for arts and culture. So it makes sense that when Pulitzer Prize–winning, Italian-born composer Gian Carlo Menotti sought to launch a U.S. counterpart to his homeland’s epic Festival of Two Worlds, he chose Charleston and created Spoleto Festival USA in 1977. Now celebrating its 38th year, the 17-day event—widely considered the nation’s premier performing arts festival—serves up more than 150 happenings in 13 local venues and features opera, dance, theater, acrobatics, jazz, and bluegrass, as well as classical, choral, and chamber music. This year’s showstoppers include a new staging of composer John Adams’ opera El Niño, the U.S. premiere of Michael Nyman’s contemporary opera Facing Goya, the American premiere of Gothic romance-mystery My Cousin Rachel (from Dublin’s Gate Theatre), contemporary ballet from Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, tap from Dorrance Dance, concerts by Lucinda Williams and Béla Fleck, and much more.

But there’s no need for anyone to worry about getting lost in Spoleto Fest’s embarrassment of cultural riches. Condé Nast Traveler named Charleston the friendliest city in America last year (not to mention the year before that and the year before that), while Travel + Leisure readers crowned it America’s Favorite City. spoletousa.org

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CMA Music Festival

Launched in 1972, the star-studded, four-day CMA Music Festival is a dream come true for those who get their kicks from three chords and the truth, as legendary songwriter Harlan Howard once described country music. This year’s superstar lineup includes acts like

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Portland Fruit Beer Festival

Though fruits like peaches, pineapple, raspberries, apricots, and cherries have been used in the brewing and fermentation of beer for centuries, the practice has largely remained a European eccentricity. Leave it to the City of Roses—ever determined to keep it weird and also boasting more brewpubs per capita than any other American locale—to draft the Portland Fruit Beer Festival, the first U.S. event of its kind. In its fourth year, the two-day event uncaps at Burnside Brewing Company on Friday with a special VIP session and provides some 5,000 aficionados tastes of more than 50 fruit beers, including a mouthful of exclusive limited editions like New Belgium Brewing Company’s Love, a sour beer made with cherry and nectarine juice kegged in a 5-gallon oak barrel. DJs provide the allages affair with a jubilant, sudsy soundtrack while plenty of food, juice, and ice cream are available from outdoor vendors. Admission includes 12 drink tickets and a 16-ounce commemorative glass. portlandfruitbeerfest.com

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“The caterpillar does all the work, but the butterfly gets all the publicity,” cracked comedian George Carlin. And that’s how things take off at the 14th annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival, a two-day celebration of the Papilionoidea at Chattahoochee Nature Center, situated just north of the city on 127 acres in Roswell.

For children, the event offers up the sheer wonder of witnessing nature at work and play as several hundred free-flying butterflies cut vibrant swaths about the grounds.

For metaphor-prone adults, there is the cathartic pleasure of gazing upon creatures (“not quite birds, as they were not quite flowers, mysterious and fascinating,” according to late English novelist Elizabeth Goudge) that have at last broken free of their bindings to transform. This year, for the first time, the fest will introduce The Butterfly Encounter, which runs through July 13 and invites guests of all ages to hand-feed more than 250 of the graceful flyers. Also serving as a fundraiser for the Nature Center, the festival honors the nearly 20,000 species of the lovely insect found worldwide and features live music, photography and entomology exhibits, as well as arts, crafts, face painting, and a butterfly costume parade. A variety of local food trucks will provide snacks, while exhibitors will sell pollinators and plants for attracting the majestic beings to your own space of green. chattnaturecenter.org

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Weddings, birthdays, and graduations—there are some events that you just have to be there for. With Rapid Rewards®, you can make sure you don’t miss out on any of these memories. You can book reward ights on any day of the year, and if a seat is available, it’s yours. And with  ights to over 95 destinations, you’ll be able to get to all kinds of special occasions. Join Rapid Rewards and start making memories today.

It’s free and easy to join! Sign up now by visiting southwest.com/spirit, or simply text SPIRIT to 72743.

Message and Data Rates May Apply. By texting the keyword for enrollment, you consent to receive autodialed telemarketing messages from or on behalf of Southwest ® at the telephone number used for text-in. You understand that consent is not a condition of purchase. Maximum of two enrollment communications. For more information on SMS service, text HELP to 72743. Text STOP to 72743 to cancel. Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions can be found on southwest.com/privacy. Benets apply to points transactions. All Rapid Rewards rules and regulations apply. ©2014 Southwest Airlines Co.

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Let time fly with free live TV.

Compliments of DISH

Southwest Airlines® and DISH are excited to offer free live and on-demand TV to your own device. Now available gate-to-gate! To watch live TV, simply connect to the Southwest Airlines Entertainment Portal and click “Watch TV.”

Available only on WiFi-equipped aircraft. DISH is a registered trademark of DISH Network L.L.C. Information on how to watch TV is available on page 162. Limited time offer.

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HELPING HAND S

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Community Outreach

SWA aided tornado relief effor ts in Oklahoma.

Rebuilding and Renewing

Relief organization All Hands empowers post-disaster communities.

To me, community in its purest form is people helping people.

As the founder of the nonprofit organization All Hands, I believe there is a certain strength that comes when people believe they are part of something bigger than themselves; community is best when we are working together toward a common goal.

All Hands is dedicated to empowering volunteers and providing hands-on assistance to communities around the world in the aftermath of natural disasters.

When such catastrophes occur, our goal is to provide sustainable support to the communities by harnessing the energy and commitment of volunteers. We can’t predict when a natural disaster will occur, but we can equip and organize our volunteers so they’re effective when the time comes.

In June 2013, Southwest Airlines and All Hands partnered to provide relief in Moore, Oklahoma, where an EF4 tornado caused nearly $2 billion worth of damage. More than 150 Southwest Employees joined All Hands to help the community recover.

Thanks to travel provided by Southwest, we were able to mobilize more than a dozen All Hands staffers and volunteer leaders to respond to this disaster. Since 2010, Southwest has supported All Hands with cash donations and free airline travel. These tickets give us both flexibility and the ability to respond rapidly when we need to get to the site of an unexpected catastrophe.

I’m often asked to name my favorite out of all the places I have served. Having traveled all over the U.S. and internationally (to Haiti, the Philippines, and Japan) to provide relief, it would

be impossible for me to say which has had the greatest impact on me. But I can say that what I LUV most is the community we create when our volunteers join hands with locals in a united effort to rebuild. Our teams have served in Ofunato, Japan, following the earthquake and tsunami of 2011; we helped rebuild Biloxi, Mississippi, after Hurricane Katrina; and we’re ready for the next community that needs us.

No matter what the disaster or when it hits, there is nothing more valuable we can offer to these devastated locales than this hope: a chance at a new community. For more info on All Hands, visit hands.org.

—David Campbell Founder and Executive Director All Hands

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Products & Services

A Look Inside: Southwest

Make the most of your travel experience with these great products and services from Southwest Airlines.

BUSINESS SELECT® Our most rewarding fare guarantees priority boarding in the A1-15 group, maximum Rapid Rewards® Points, Fly By® lane access in select cities, and a free premium drink on day of travel. southwest.com/ getbusinessselect

ONBOARD EXPERIENCE

Our recently installed “Evolve” interiors show our commitment to sustainability and Passenger comfort.

And those traveling on our -800s will enjoy Boeing’s Sky Interior, featuring LED lighting, enhanced ceilings, and pivoting overhead bins.

SWA CARGO

The Cargo Team provides Relentlessly Reliable® service to destinations across the map. When overnight is overdue®, depend on SWA Cargo to help. swacargo.com®

CLICK ’N SAVE®

FREEDOM SHOP

Get onboard with cool, new Southwest Airlines gear.

Visit swafreedom shop.com today.

Never miss another big sale! Get our latest deals on flights, hotels, packages, and more delivered straight to your inbox each week.

Planning your next vacation just got easier! Sign up today at southwest. com/email.

WIFI & ENTERTAINMENT

EARLYBIRD CHECK-IN®

Score a better boarding position. With EarlyBird Check-In, get an automatic check-in, a better boarding position, and earlier access to overhead bins. southwest. com/earlybird

GROUP TRAVEL

If you’re traveling with ten or more, our Group Travel Program is here to help, with discounted fares, flexible payment options, and unlimited name changes up to 72 hours before departure. southwest. com/groups

SNACKS & DRINKS

Flight Attendants will pass out complimentary snacks. Thirsty?

You’ll find our drink menu on page 167.

SWABIZ® BUSINESS TRAVEL PROGRAM Our corporate online booking tool covers travel tracking to cost management and now includes SWABIZ® Meetings with additional benefits for qualified meetings. It’s time you put the LUV airline to work for you. southwest.com/ corporatetravel

Our -700 and -800s feature a wireless, satellite-based network that allows you to stay productive and entertained inflight. Check email or watch live TV from your device.

Keep in touch with our new gate-to-gate capability! For details, see page 166.

GIFT CARDS

Give the gift of travel.

You pick the amount, they pick the place. No matter the occasion, it’s sure to please and never expires. Easy to redeem online, by phone, or at the airport. southwest.com/ giftcard

FLY BY®

Rapid Rewards® A-List and A-List Preferred Members and Customers who purchase Business Select® Fares can speed to the front of the ticket counter and security checkpoint lines in select cities. southwest.com/flyby

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RAPID REWARDS®

PAWS

Small dogs and cats are welcome to fly in the cabin with you. Bring Fluffy along for your next trip—your pet deserves a vacation too! southwest.com/pets

Any trip, any day. Get unlimited reward seats and no blackout dates*.

Real rewards you can really use. Sign up at southwest.com/jet.

All Rapid Rewards rules and regulations apply. *Applies to Points transactions.

CHARTERS

We can provide charter service for corporate meetings, conventions, or special events. We customize travel for your company, team, or group, on your schedule, to most commercial airports in the continental U.S. southwest.com/ charter

RENTAL CARS

We’ve got 14 car companies to choose from and the same low rates as the other guys. Plus, earn Rapid Rewards® Points with our seven Rapid Rewards Partners. southwest.com/car

VACATIONS

MOBILE

Download our newly redesigned app today! If you’re on a trip or have one coming up, our new mobile site and app make it easier to fly Southwest Airlines.

Check-in, check the status of your next flight, or book additional trips all from the palm of your hand. mobile. southwest.com

Whether you’re planning a beach trip to Mexico or the Caribbean or a weekend getaway in Vegas, we’ve got the best package deals on air, car, hotel, and attractions so you can build the vacation that’s just right for you. southwest vacations.com

HOTELS

With our Hotel Best Rate Guarantee program, you can feel confident that you’ve secured the best deal on your hotel stay.

Terms and conditions apply. Plus, earn Rapid Rewards® Points, and, with many of our hotels, enjoy the flexibility to pay at hotel checkout. southwest.com/hotel

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Products & Services

A Look Inside: AirTran

Make the most of your travel experience with these great products and services from AirTran Airways.

PETS

BUSINESS CLASS

It’s the world’s most affordable Business Class. Stretch out in our two-by-two seats, which offer more seat, leg, and elbow room. You’ll also enjoy priority boarding, fee-waived first and second checked bags*, and complimentary cocktails. airtran.com *Weight and size limits apply.

CARGO

Customers can ship on select AirTran flights using Southwest Airlines Cargo®. swacargo.com®

SNACKS & DRINKS

Flight Attendants will pass out complimentary snacks. Thirsty?

You’ll find our drink menu on page 167.

A2B BUSINESS TRAVEL PROGRAM Take advantage of the AirTran business program. Benefits include fewer rules and restrictions, priority seating, and priority boarding. a2bcorporate.com

INFLIGHT WIFI

Surf at 30,000 feet. Look for the “gogoinflight” signal on your WiFi device, connect, launch your browser, and sign up. air.gogoair.com

CHARTERS

A+ REWARDS

SM

A+ Rewards. The simple, quick, and easy rewards program. aplusrewards.com

CLICK ’N SAVE®

VACATIONS

When planning your next beach trip to Mexico or the Caribbean, remember that we’ve got the best package deals on air, car, hotel, and attractions so you can build the vacation that’s just right for you. south westvacations.com

Small dogs and cats are welcome to fly in the cabin with you to domestic destinations.

Bring Fluffy along for your next trip—your pet deserves a vacation too! airtran.com/pets

Get all the latest AirTran and Southwest sale fares and travel deals sent straight to your inbox each week. Sign up for Click ’n Save today at southwest. com/email.

We can provide charter service for corporate meetings, conventions, or special events. We customize travel for your company, team, or group, on your schedule, to most commercial airports in the continental U.S. southwest.com/ charter

TRIP PROTECTION

Make sure you protect yourself from unexpected situations on your vacation. Benefits include trip interruption coverage, emergency medical assistance, and more. airtran. com/tripprotection

GROUPS

Groups of ten or more can reserve block seating, change passenger names up to two days in advance, and enjoy flexible payment schedules. airtran.com/groups

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Permitted* Pueden usarse dentro del avión * Small portable electronic devices (PEDs) such as tablets, e-readers, and smartphones weighing less than 2 pounds may be used in AIRPLANE mode at all times on domestic flights, unless a Crew Member indicates otherwise. A small PED may be held in hand, attached to a person, or placed in clothing or a seatback pocket. Devices and accessories may not block access to the aisle. Large PEDs such as laptops weighing 2 pounds or more must be stowed under the seat or in an overhead bin for taxi, takeoff, and landing. It is recommended that laptops be placed in a case when stowed under the seat.

On international flights, all PEDs must be turned off during taxi, takeoff, and landing at airports outside the U.S. and its territories. Please use headphones for all audio and video.

Siempre puedes usar dispositivos electrónicos portátiles y pequeños (PEDs) tales como tabletas, lectores electrónicos y teléfonos inteligentes que pesen menos de 2 libras en modo AVIÓN en los vuelos domésticos, excepto si un Miembro de la Tripulación indique lo contrario. Puedes sujetar un PED pequeño en la mano, llevarlo encimo, en la ropa o en un bolsillo en el respaldo del asiento. Los dispositivos y accesorios no pueden bloquear el acceso en el pasillo.

Los PEDs grandes como computadoras portátiles que pesen 2 libras o más deben

Smartphones (in AIRPLANE mode) Teléfonos inteligentes (en modo AVIÓN)

Tablets or E-readers (in AIRPLANE mode) Tabletas o lectores electrónicos (en modo AVIÓN)

CREW INTERFERENCE

de ser guardados debajo del asiento o en los compartimentos superiores mientras el avión avanza por la pista, durante el despegue y el aterrizaje.

Se recomienda que las computadoras portátiles se guarden en un estuche debajo del asiento. En los vuelos internacionales, todos los PEDs deben permanecer apagados mientras el avión avanza por la pista, durante el despegue y el aterrizaje en aeropuertos fuera de los EE. UU. y sus territorios.

Por favor usa auriculares para cualquier sonido o video.

Audio Players Aparatos de audio

Satellite Radio Radio por satélite

DVD/CD Players Reproductores de DVD/CD

Video Camcorders Videocámaras

Digital Cameras Cámaras digitales

Bluetooth Devices Dispositivos Bluetooth

GPS Receivers GPS

Electric Shavers Rastrillo eléctrico Pacemakers Marcapasos

Hearing Aids Aparatos para sordos

Electronic Watches Relojes electrónicos

Noise-Canceling Headphones Auriculares que aislan el ruido

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.

Two-Way Radios (Walkie-Talkies) or Scanners Radios emisores/ receptores (walkie-talkies)

Electronic Cigarettes and Smoking Devices Cigarrillos electrónicos y dispositivos para fumar

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Cellphones and pagers may be used at the gate and after landing.

Los teléfonos y localizadores pueden ser usados en la puerta y después de aterrizar.

CARRYON BAGGAGE

LOST AN ITEM ONBOARD A FLIGHT?

Always Permitted Pueden usarse en todo momento dentro del avión Electronic nerve stimulators and other implanted medical devices are also permitted. Dispositivos de estimulación eléctrica de los nervios y otros aparatos médicos implantados también son permitidos.

DISABILITY ASSISTANCE

Southwest Airlines and AirTran Airways offer assistance to their Customers with disabilities upon request. Southwest Airlines y AirTran Airways siempre ofrecen asistencia para sus clientes con discapacidades que lo pidan.

Customers are limited to one (1) bag per person, plus one (1) additional personal item. El límite es de una (1) maleta por persona y un (1) artículo personal.

Hand-Held Electronic Games Juegos electrónicos portátiles

Laptop Computers Computadoras portátiles

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.

Visit the Customer Service page on southwest.com to report a lost item. Visita la página de Servicio al Cliente en southwest.com para reportar un objeto perdido.

PETS

All pets must stay inside their carriers 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.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

RemoteControlled Toys Juguetes de control remoto

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

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.

Se prohíbe que los Clientes consuman bebidas alcohólicas si no fueron compradas a bordo.

No serviremos bebidas alcohólicas a las personas menores de 21 años de edad. Nos reservamos el derecho de negar la venta de bebidas alcohólicas a cualquier persona.

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Flight Service

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

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

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International Connections

For departure times and gate numbers, check airport monitors or ask a Gate Agent.

Atlanta (ATL)

ticket counters

domestic departures

international departures

airtran arrivals (from international)

recheck location

Baltimore (BWI)

Chicago (MDW)

Milwaukee (MKE)

Orlando (MCO)

Domestic North Terminal and International Terminal

Main Terminal, between Concourses A and B

Main Terminal

Main Terminal

Terminal A

Concourses C and D

Concourses A, B, and C

Concourses A and B

Concourse C

Airside 2

Concourse C

Concourses A, B, and C

Concourse A

Concourse C

Airside 2

From Nassau and Oranjestad: Concourse C From other destinations: Concourse F

From Cancún, Montego Bay, and Punta Cana: Concourse E From other destinations: Concourse A, B, or C

Concourse A

International Arrivals Building

From Montego Bay: Airside 1 or 4 From other destinations: Airside 2

Concourse F

For arrivals from Cancún, Montego Bay, and Punta Cana: Concourse E

Main Terminal

For arrivals from Cancún: Main Terminal

For arrivals from Montego Bay: Airsides 1 and 4

Connecting to an International Flight • Go directly to the AirTran departure gate.

• Checked bags will be transferred automatically.

• You should not have to leave the secure part of the airport.

Connecting from an International Flight • Depending on point of departure, Customers may have to clear U.S. Immigration before collecting checked baggage from the baggage carousel.

• You will then proceed through customs to clear checked and carryon baggage.

• Customers traveling from some countries go through the customs process before returning to the United States.

• If you have checked baggage, proceed to the Southwest/AirTran recheck desk or ticket counter to check your bags for the final portion of your trip.

• If you have purchased duty-free liquor, perfumes, or other liquids, they must be placed in your checked baggage before rechecking. Items exceeding 3 ounces that have not been placed in checked baggage will be collected at the TSA checkpoint before your domestic flight.

• Proceed to your departure gate. If you do not have a boarding pass for your connecting flight, you must obtain one at the ticket counter or at kiosks near the Southwest/AirTran recheck desk before proceeding to your gate.

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Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Lower Level

International Terminal

Terminal Maps

Domestic North Terminal

MARTA Station

Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

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Lower Level

Main Terminal

International Arrivals

Midway International Airport (MDW)

Main Terminal

Lower Level

General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

Main Terminal

Lower Level

Lower Level

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Lower Level

Legend

Level 2

Terminal A

Southwest/AirTran Gates and Counters Security Baggage Claim Ticket Counter Concourse designation

Level 3

Terminal B

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Inflight Entertainment

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Information

WIFI

$8 all day per device* • Browse the Web, check e-mail, or update your status on social media.

• In order to provide a topnotch WiFi experience, we limit access to certain highbandwidth applications and websites including Netflix, HBO Go, and VoIP. MESSAGING

See Inflight Entertainment Portal for pricing.

• Available all day per device*.

• Stay in contact with friends and family like you never left the ground.

• Information about which apps are available can be found on the Inflight Entertainment Portal.

MOVIES

$5 per movie, per device* • Choose from a wide selection of popular titles, including recent releases, classics, and children’s films.

• Movies can only be viewed while device is connected to Southwest WiFi. INFLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT PORTAL

• Our Inflight Entertainment Portal allows you to access free content, including games, a flight tracker, and all that southwest.com has to offer.

• WiFi, TV, and Movies are all accessible from the homepage of the portal.

HOW TO ACCESS

TV

FREE, compliments of DISHt! • Enjoy unlimited access to our popular lineup of live channels and on-demand TV episodes*.

• Compatible device information can be found on the Inflight Entertainment Portal. t DISH is a registered trademark of DISH Network L.L.C.

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Every device is different, but here are the basic steps: Once onboard a WiFienabled aircraft, turn on your approved electronic device, and set to airplane mode. WiFi is now available gate-to-gate.

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

Launch your Web browser, and you will be directed to the Inflight Entertainment Portal (you might need to hit “refresh”).

A list of supported devices and operating systems is available on the Inflight Entertainment Portal FAQ.

MORE INFORMATION

• Service on flights to/from Puerto Rico is currently not available for the entire flight.

• Southwest takes great pride in giving you low fares and a comfortable flight, but we are unable to provide technical support. Please call 1-800-435-9792 to report any problems you may have encountered with your WiFi service. * Content and services are offered on WiFi-enabled aircraft only. We cannot guarantee that connecting flights will be WiFi-enabled.

WIFI

Surfing is easy at 30,000 feet. With Gogo Inflight Internet on board, no matter where you’re going, you’re never more than a few clicks away from virtually everything.

Work. Shop. Catch up on e-mail. It’s up to you. And logging on is easy. Just follow these simple steps: • Turn on your WiFi-enabled device (laptop or handheld).

• Look for the “gogoinflight” signal, then connect.

• Launch your Web browser, and sign up.

WIFI SUPPORT

• On the ground, visit gogoair.com, or call Gogo customer service at 1-877350-0038. In the air, visit air.gogoair.com.

FREE ACCESS TO SKYMALL.COM

• Shop from SkyMall for free on this flight (you will not be required to pay for a WiFi session) . Connect to Gogo on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device, and visit SkyMall.com/AirTran WiFi. Spend $125 or more and earn a free Gogo Pass valid on any single Internet session.

Service on flights to/from international destinations is currently not available for the entire flight.

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Customs & Immigration

Beverage Menu

Customs and immigration forms will be distributed by Flight Attendants during your flight. Prior to landing, complete all forms pertaining to you. Below are tips to help fill out the forms. You will be presenting your completed forms immediately upon entering the International Arrivals building.

• Dewar’s® Scotch • Jack Daniel’s® • Wild Turkey®

U.S. CUSTOMS DECLARATION FORM Who must complete this form: • All Passengers (or one Passenger per family with the same address) bound for the U.S. How to complete this form: • Complete before arrival in the U.S. • Write in English, in capital letters.

• Be sure to include the street name and number, city, and state of your address in the U.S. • If you are transiting through the U.S., you may write TRANSIT and your final destination country.

• Lines 5 and 6 may be left blank if not using a passport.

• On Line 9, enter FL for AirTran, followed by your specific flight number.

• Please read both sides of the declaration.

• Sign at the “X.” 1

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MEXICAN CUSTOMS DECLARATION FORM Who must complete this form: • All Passengers (or one Passenger per family with the same address) on flights bound for Mexico.

How to complete this form: • Complete sections 1–6.

• Once completed, sign and date the form.

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3 MEXICAN IMMIGRATION FORM Who must complete this form: • All Passengers (including children) on flights bound for Mexico.

How to complete this form: • Complete sections 1–14 on the top portion of the form and sections 1–10 on the bottom portion of the form.

• Once completed, sign and date the top portion of the form.

• Sections on the form titled “USO OFICIAL” are for use by Mexican Immigration officials and should not be filled out by Passengers.

What to do with this form: • The form will be separated as Passengers proceed through Mexican Customs.

• Make sure to retain the bottom portion of the form.

• Bacardi® Rum • Baileys® Irish Cream • Finlandia® Vodka

• Corona Extra® • Fat Tire®

• Coastal Ridge® Chardonnay • Coastal Ridge® Merlot

BEER $5 • Bud Light® • Miller Lite® • Heineken®

WINE $5

PREMIUM BEVERAGES $3 • vitaminwater® XXX (Açai-Blueberry-Pomegranate) COMPLIMENTARY BEVERAGES • Minute Maid® • Seagram’s® • Coca-Cola® Apple Juice Seltzer Water • Coke Zero™ • LIFT® Coffee* • Tomato Juice • Diet Coke® • Decaf Coffee* • Mr & Mrs T® • Sprite® • Tea Bloody Mary Mix • Sprite Zero™ • Hot Chocolate • Minute Maid® • Dr Pepper® • Noncarbonated Cranberry • Diet Dr Pepper® Purified Drinking Apple Cocktail • Seagram’s® Water • Minute Maid® Ginger Ale Orange Juice • Seagram’s® * Creamer available Tonic Water Valid Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards® drink coupons, as shown here, are printed with expiration dates and the Member’s (or issuing group’s) name. Business Select® drink coupons are valid for same-day use only. Valid Rapid Rewards and Business Select drink coupons will be accepted onboard for beer, wine, liquor, and vitaminwater®.

Southwest provides comingled, onboard recycling for all your paper, plastic bottles, and aluminum cans.

Thanks for helping us do our part for the environment by handing these items to a Flight Attendant.

LIQUOR $6 • Dewar’s® Scotch • Jack Daniel’s®

• Tanqueray® Gin • Bacardi® Rum

• Baileys® Irish Cream • Finlandia® Vodka

• Corona Extra® • Fat Tire®

• Coastal Ridge® Chardonnay • Coastal Ridge® Merlot

BEER $5 • Bud Light® • Miller Lite® • Heineken®

WINE $6

COMPLIMENTARY BEVERAGES • Seagram’s® Seltzer Water • Mr & Mrs T® Bloody Mary Mix • Minute Maid® Cranberry Apple Cocktail • Minute Maid® Orange Juice

• Coca-Cola® • Coke Zero™ • Diet Coke® • Sprite® • Sprite Zero™ • Seagram’s® Ginger Ale • Seagram’s® Tonic Water

• Minute Maid® Apple Juice • Regular Coffee • Decaf Coffee • Tea • Noncarbonated Purified Drinking Water

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• Canadian Club® Reserve • Tanqueray® Gin

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Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners +

Southwest Airlines® and AirTran® Airways have joined together to create a more rewarding network! Now you can earn flights to more destinations faster with Rapid Rewards® and A+ RewardsSM. Earning rewards has never been easier or more convenient. You can even transfer your rewards between programs for easy redemption. With over 95 combined destinations waiting to be explored, join both loyalty programs today to make the most of your travels.

Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Rapid Rewards offers more ways to earn points to redeem for reward flights, and no restrictions to get between you and your favorite destinations.

You’ll earn Rapid Rewards Points for every dollar you spend with Southwest Airlines. Your points spend like cash, so lower fares require fewer points to fly. Plus, as a Member, you’ll enjoy these benefits:

UNLIMITED REWARD SEATS • NO BLACKOUT DATES • POINTS THAT DON’T EXPIRE*

Member tiers offer more benefits.

• Priority boarding • Fly By® Priority Check-in and Security Lane access** • 25% point-earning bonus

Receive all the benefits of A-List, plus: • Highest priority boarding • Free Inflight WiFi (only on WiFi- enabled planes) • 100% point-earning bonus

It’s free and easy to join Rapid Rewards!

Sign up now at southwest.com/spirit or by texting SPIRIT to 72743 to get started.

ENROLL

NOW!

AirTran Airways A+ Rewards A+ Rewards uses a credit system that rewards Members, based on how often they fly. Each one-way coach flight earns you one credit, with eight credits required to redeem a one-way coach ticket. Plus, each one-way Business Class flight earns you 1.5 credits, with 16 credits required to redeem a one-way Business Class ticket.

Elite status gets you more.

• Two-year redemption period on all A+ Rewards Credits earned*** • Complimentary Business Class upgrades at the time of booking on select fares† • First and second bag fees waived (weight and size limits apply) • Complimentary Business Class upgrades available at the gate 40 minutes prior to departure for all Coach Fares††

Visit aplusrewards.com to enroll in A+ Rewards!

Message and Data Rates May Apply. By texting the keyword for enrollment, you consent to receive autodialed telemarketing messages from or on behalf of Southwest at the telephone number used for text-in. You understand that consent is not a condition of purchase. Maximum of two enrollment communications. For more information on SMS service, text HELP to 72743. Text STOP to 72743 to cancel. Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions can be found on southwest.com/privacy. A+ Rewards seats are subject to availability and blackout dates. Taxes and fees are extra—the September 11th Security Fee of up to $5.00 per one-way is not included. Passengers traveling to/from Puerto Rico are subject to additional government taxes of up to $33.40. Fares to/from the Caribbean and Mexico do not include additional government taxes of up to $230 one-way or $290 roundtrip. *Points don’t expire as long as you have flight or Partner earning activity every 24 months. Benefits apply to points transactions. **For a complete list of available Fly By locations, visit southwest.com/flyby. ***Two-year redemption period applies only to A+ Rewards Credits earned after Elite status is attained. †Valid only on Y and B Fares. ††Complimentary upgrades awarded 40 minutes prior to departure will be assigned if available according to order of checkin. A+ Rewards seats are subject to availability and blackout dates. All Rapid Rewards rules and regulations apply. ©2014 Southwest Airlines Co.

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Do More With Your Points!

RAPID REWARDS®

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