The Black Enterprise African American travel guide presented by Allstate

Black Enterprise, July, 2005

WELCOME

We are constantly striving to achieve a balance between the demands of our careers and our person lives. Escaping the pressures of everyday life to connect with family and friends has far-reaching benefits on your personal health, relationships and professional outlook. With that in mind, we have once again joined with Allstate to create this historic travel guide to assist you and your families with your travel endeavors.

To help you celebrate and plan for a fantastic journey, Allstate has sponsored this African American Travel Guide specifically for you. This is a compilation of 20 destinations that have a special appeal to African Americans. We invite you and your family to explore the many excitingly diverse and cultural selections that make each city unique. The Convention and Visitors Bureau of each respective city sought to provide a sampling of the best shopping restaurants golf and spa resorts, and exciting activities for your family to enjoy.

As you seek to re-energize and create wonderful memories during your travels this season, know that Allstate values your family.

Travel safely!

ATLANTA

www.atlantareunions.net

1-800-ATLANTA

With more than 200 cultural attractions and 8,000 restaurants, Atlanta can best be described as exciting, entertaining and enjoyable. Restaurants: Justin's (2200 Peachtree Rd. NW, Atlanta, 404-603-5353): Caribbean and southern food. Pascal's (180 Northside Dr., Atlanta, 404-525-2023). Golf Clubs: Bobby Jones Golf Course (384 Woodward Way, Atlanta, 770-773-7480). Nightspots/Entertainment: eleven50 (1150 Peachtree St., Atlanta, 404-874-3006): Modern, upscale lounge and art gallery providing eclectic music, art and cuisine. Blues in the Alley (155 Kenny's Alley, Underground Atlanta, 50 Upper Alabama St., Atlanta, 404-584-7557): The hottest blues nightclub in downtown Atlanta. Spas/Salons: DASS Salon & Spa, (3393 Peachtree Rd., Suite 2038, Atlanta, 770-393-8303): Some of the best stylists and massage therapists in Atlanta. Shopping: Little Five Points and Virginia-Highland are two diverse neighborhoods located on the edge of downtown, full of art galleries, eclectic boutiques and specialty eateries. Exciting Activities for kids: Martin Luther King, Jr., National Historic Site (450 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, 404-331-5190): King Center site that tells the life story of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as well as the civil rights movement. Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta (275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta, 404-659-5437): Favorite African American Native Sons/Daughters: Andrew Young, Mayor Shirley Franklin, Gladys Knight, India Arie, and Usher.

BALTIMORE

www.Baltimore.org

1-800-343-3468 Ext. 7065

Long ago nicknamed Charm City because of its friendly citizenry and picturesque neighborhoods, Baltimore is famous for its inner Harbor, Chesapeake Bay crabs, maritime heritage and local characters. Restaurants: Timothy Dean Bistro (1717 Eastern Ave., Baltimore, 410-534-5650, tdbistro.com): American-French cuisine, spectacular wines, a lively bar, and casual yet refined decor. Golf Clubs: Bulle Rock Golf Course (320 Blenheim Lane, Havre de Grace, 410-939-8887, BulleRock.com). Nightspots/Entertainment: Power Plant Live! (34 Market Place, Baltimore, 410-727-LIVE, powerplantlive.com): Premier dining and entertainment district, features seven restaurants and eight nightclubs. Spas/Salons: Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa (Village of Cross Keys, Baltimore, 410-343-3636). Monica's Salon & Spa (106 Water St., Baltimore, 410-625-2565). Shopping: Foil's Point, the waterfront maritime heart of Baltimore, features antiques, boutiques and a touch of the off-beat. The Shops at Cross Keys, North Baltimore features a wide variety of both your favorite chains and unique locally owned boutiques. Exciting Activities for Kids: Ride the Ducks of Baltimore (25 Light St., Baltimore, 410-727-DUCK, baltimoreducks.com): See the city from both land and sea as the expedition takes you through historic sites and neighborhoods. Baltimore Orioles (Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, 888-848-BIRD,orioles.com). Favorite African American Native Sons/ Daughters: Frederick Douglas, Harriet Tubman, Cab Calloway, Billie Holiday, Thurgood Marshall, Jada Pinkett Smith.

CHARLOTTE

www.visitcharlotte.com

1-800-722-1994 Ext. 730

Charlotte is a city that celebrates its differences and comes together to create a great atmosphere for African Americans. It is a historical, world-class city with Southern hospitality that is slowly making a name for itself. Golf Clubs: Highland Creek Golf Club (7001 Highland Creek Parkway, 704-875-9000): 15,000 square-foot clubhouse. Renaissance Park Golf Course (1525 W. Tyvola Rd., Charlotte, 704-357-3373): One of Charlotte's premier public golf courses. Restaurants: Mert's Heart & Soul (214 N. College St., 704-342-4222): Low Country and Cajun Cuisine. Nightspots/ Entertainment: Varga Lounge (305 W. Fourth St., 704-338-1441): sophisticated; upscale night life. Excelsior Club (921 Beatties Ford Rd., 704-334-5709): Historic black nightclub since the 1950's. Spas/Salons: Oasis Day Spa (2036 East 7th St., 704-333-8777): Array of day spa services ranging from massages, facials and skin care, body services, and specialty pedicures. Shopping: Concord Mills (8111 Concord Mills Blvd., 704-979-5000): Named the No. 1 tourist attraction in N.C. SouthPark Mall (4400 Sharon Rd., 704-364-4411), Features upscale stores. Exciting Activities for Kids: Discovery Place (301 N. Tryon St., 704-372-6261): One of the too hands-on science centers in the nation. Favorite African American Native Sons/Daughters: Romare Bearden; K.C. & Jo-Jo; Anthony Hamilton; Kelvin Seabrooks, WBA Lightweight Champion; Harvey Gant, first African American to attend Clemson University.