The Black Enterprise African American travel guide presented by Allstate
Black Enterprise, July, 2005
JACKSONVILLE
1-800-733-2668
An unmatched adventure in contrast, Jacksonville and the Beaches provide a distinctly different Florida experience. Nestled in the Northeast curve of the Atlantic coastline, the vibrant oceanfront community delivers a flawless display of breathtaking natural beauty balanced by a polished metropolitan flair. Restaurants: Eclate Jazz Club (331 E. Bay St., Jacksonville, 904-354-8833): Featuring Louisiana soul food and live Jazz every Saturday night. Golf Clubs: Tpc At Sawgrass Stadium Course (110 TPC Blvd. Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-273-3235): Home of the Player Championship and the legendary water hole at the 17th. Nightspots/Entertainment: Club Kartouche (618 W. Forsyth St., 904-475-0009): Upscale entertainment at its finest. Jim's Place (7900 Arlington Expressway, 904-725-0327): Hottest venue in town on Friday and Saturday nights. Spas/Salons: Jagged Edge (5895 Saint Augustine Road, 904-636-0787): Offers a full range of hair and spa services. Meobachi Salon & Spa (6850 Saint Augustine Rd., 904-739-7256): Opened in a unique space reflective of owner Semone Blair's Jamaican heritage. Shopping: The Rose Agency Personal Image Consulting & Custom Clothier (205 North Laura St., 904-358-6288): Caters to high-end clientele living life in the spotlight. Exciting Activities for Kids: Adventure Landing (1944 Beach Blvd., 904-246-4386): Entertainment park offering go-karts, a mega-arcade, laser tag, batting cages and Mini-golf. Jacksonville Zoological Gardens (8605 Zoo Pkwy., 904-757-4463): The only walking safari in Northeast Florida. Favorite African American Native Sons/Daughters: James Weldon Johnson, author Lift Every Voice and Sing.
KANSAS CITY
1-800-767-7700 Ext. 3852
An energetic city forged by a rich history, Kansas City is just like the barbecue it's famous for: spicy, unforgettable and friendly. Restaurants: Peachtree at 18th & Vine (1512 E. 18th St., 816/472-8733, peachtreekansascity.com) brings upscale elegance to African American themed restaurants. RedVine Cajun Restaurant & Jazz House (1700 E. 18th St., 816/472-8463, redvine.net) features Cajun and Caribbean food along with live jazz and comedy. Golf Clubs: Bent Oak Golf Club (1300 S.E. 30th St., Oak Grove, 816.690.3028): One of K.C.'s best kept secrets--received Golf Digest's 3 1/2 star rating. Nightspots/Entertainment: Blue Roam (1600 E. 18th St., 816/474-2929, www.american jazzmuseum.com) is part of the American Jazz Museum and focuses exclusively on the Kansas City jazz heritage. The Epicurean (7502 Troost, 816/333-4541) and Old School (8825 Troost, 816-444-1040). Spas/Salons: Rio Salon & Spa (170 English Landing Dr. Ste. 131, Parkville, 816-468-5544). Naturally Salon & Spa (2450 Grand Ave., 203, Kansas City, 816-471-8138). shopping: The River Market offers a weekend farmers' market and more than 30 specialty stores filled with souvenirs, imported goods and unusual finds. Exciting Activities for Kids: Kaleidoscope (Crown Center 2501 McGee Trfwy., Kansas City, 816-274-8300): Art studio where children can be creative, ages 5-12 and family sessions for children of all ages! Kansas City Zoo (6800 Zoo Dr., Kansas City, 816-513-5700). Favorite African American Native Sons/Daughters: Charlie Parker, one of the most innovative and influential jazz musicians ever.
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