The 2008 Official Alabama Vacation Guide

WILSON MORGAN SOFTBALL COMPLEX www.decaturparks.com; www.decaturcvb.org. 256-341-4810. 300 Beltline Rd. Open Feb.-Nov. Focal point of tournaments on the diamond, site features six lighted ﬁelds, concessions, quad, press box and batting cages. HOLIDAY INN HOTEL & SUITES DECATUR www.holidayinn-decatur.com. 800-553-3150, 256355-3150, 256-445-3157. 1101 6th Ave. NE. 205 units. $49–$149. R, K, MF, L, ER, SP PA, HI, SCD, , GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b–i, k–n, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, e, f, h). • Corinth Recreation Area. Individual picnic sites, swimming area, bathhouse, large group picnic shelter. See campground listing on page 139. • Houston Recreation Area. Quiet, secluded place to pitch tent, picnic in shade or enjoy Smith Lake. See campground listing on page 139. GOLF CEDAR RIDGE GOLF COURSE, INC. 256-353-4653. 3030 Modaus Rd. Open 7–7. Senior & child rates. PC, TC, CC. 18 holes, par 72, 6279 yds. HOMETOWNE SUITES www.htshotel.com. 256-308-0811. 2125 Jameson Pl. SW. 70 units. $60-$90 K, ER, PA, HI, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(f–k), D-2(d). FLAT ROCK GOLF map B-17 THE JAMESON INN www.jamesoninns.com. 800-526-3766, 256-3552229. 2120 Jameson Pl. SW. 58 units. $59-$79. CB, MF, ER, SP PA, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a, , b, f, h–k, m, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, d, f, h). INDIAN HILLS GOLF COURSE 256-773-9939. 127 Par Dr. Senior rates. PC. CC. Atop Burleson Mountain, overlooking city of Decatur. No sand bunkers. Water comes into play on 8 holes. 18 holes, par 71, 5742 yds. DOGWOOD HILLS GOLF CLUB www.dogwoodhillsgolfresortandgardens.com . 256-632-3634, 256-632-3017. 26460 AL Hwy. 71. Senior & Senior rates weekdays rates. PC, TC, CC. Scenic course with rolling terrain in northeast Alabama. Bent grass greens, Bermuda fairways. Golf Digest: 4-star Best Places to Play. 18 holes, par 72, 6670 yds. Log Cabin Village Golf Packages. LA QUINTA INN & SUITES 6042.lq.com. 800-531-5900, 256-355-9977. 918 Beltline Rd. SW. 52 units. $54. CB, MF, SP SJ, PA, , HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b, e, f, h–n, p), D-3(e, f, h, i). POINT MALLARD GOLF COURSE www.pointmallardpark.com. 256-341-4925. 2600A Point Mallard Dr. SE. Senior rates. PC, TC, CC. 200-acre layout along Tennessee River. 18 holes, par 72, 7064 yds. D-1(b, f, h, j, l, p). MICROTEL INN & SUITES www.microtelinn.com. 888-771-7171, 256-3019995. 2226 Beltline Rd. SW. 77 units. $49–$79. CB, K, MF, ER, SP PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. PC, TC, , CC. D-1(b–m, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, d–g, k). ACCOMMODATIONS AMERICAN INN 256-353-7853. 2617 Hwy. 31S. 24 units. $28– $50. K, SP SCD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a). , FLORENCE map B-6 ATTRACTIONS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE SHOALS www.shoalschildrensmuseum.org. 888-FLOTOUR, 256-765-0500. 2810 Darby Dr. Open Tu–Sat. 10–5; extended hours may be available. Admission charged; group rates coupons available on website. PC, TC, CC. Fun, creative, and enriching “touch everything” experience where exploration stimulates lifelong curiosity. D-1(b, c, f, h, i, l, p), D-3(f). MOTEL 6 www.motel6-decatur-al.com. 256-308-0312. 810 6th Ave. NE. 69 units. $40-$55 PA. CC. BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES www.bestwestern.com. 800-WESTERN, 256-3011388. 1305 Front Ave. SW. 59 units. $50-$99. CB, K, SP SJ, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(c, e, , h–j, l, m, p), D-3(h). NITEFALL MOTEL 256-353-0481. 2611 Hwy. 31S. 39 units. $32-$34 SP SCD, GD. TC, CC. D-1(a). , BUDGET INN 256-350-7055. 770 Hwy. 67S. 37 units. $29.99$39.99 plus tax. TC, CC. D-1(a). RAMADA LIMITED www.ramada.com. 800-272-6232, 256-353-0333. 1317 Hwy. 67E. 84 units. $50-$55 CB, SP PA, HI, , SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a, b, e, g, h, k, m, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, f, h). COMFORT INN & SUITES www.choicehotels.com/hotel/al204. 888-5681999, 256-355-1999. 2212 Danville Rd. SW. 103 units. $74.99-$94.99 CB, SP PA, HI, SCD, GD, , AAA. TC, CC. D-1(c, p), D-2(a). DEIBERT PARK www.ﬂo-tour.org. 888-FLO-TOUR, 256-740-4141. 1 Hightower Pl. Free. Family-oriented park. Walking trails, ponds, playground. Located next to Children’s Museum of the Shoals. Various lesson plans for group tours. SAY LODGE EXTENDED STAY 256-353-7290. 2616 Hwy 31 S. 108 units. K, HI. PC, TC, CC. COMFORT INN PRICEVILLE www.choicehotels.com/hotels/al155. 800-2285150, 256-355-1037. 3239 Point Mallard Pkwy. 58 units. $60-$145. CB, SP PA, HI. PC, TC, CC. D-1(c). , STUDIO 9 INN & SUITES 256-355-8504. 440 Johnston St. SE. 92 units. $40 and up. MF, SJ, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D1(a–c, e, f, h–k, m, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(f, h). DOUBLEHEAD RESORT www.doublehead.com. 800-685-9267, 256-6859267. 145 Co. Rd. 314, Town Creek. Admission charged. PC, TC, CC. Horseback rides, pontoons, waverunners, aquacycles, paddleboats, canoes, sporting clays, quail hunts, nature trail, game room. Pool, tennis, basketball, softball, playgrounds. D-1(b, f, k, m, n, p). COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY CARLSON www.countryins.com/decatural. 800-456-4000, 256-355-6800. 807 Bank St. 110 units. $77.87$87.87. CB, K, MF, ER, SP SJ, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. , TC, CC. D-1(b, c, e, f, h, j, k, o, p), D-2(a), D-3(f, h). SUPER 8 MOTEL/DECATUR-PRICEVILLE www.super8.com. 800-800-8000, 256-355-2525. 70 Marco Dr., Priceville. 55 units. $45–$99. CB, SP , PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b, e–n, p), D2(a, d), D-3(e–i). COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT www.courtyard.com/hsvdc. 800-321-2211, 256355-4446. 1209 Courtyard Cir. 113 units. $104. R, MF, L, ER, SP SJ, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D, 1(b–h, j–p), D-2(a), D-3(b, h). DOUBLE SPRINGS ATTRACTIONS map G-7 DOWNTOWN FLORENCE UNLIMITED (DFU) www.ﬁrstfridaysﬂorence.com. 256-766-7410, 256765-0365. 324 N. Court St. Open M-F 10-5. Free. Visit historic downtown Florence and experience First Fridays. A family friendly environment ﬁlled with art, music, shopping, dining, and fellowship. BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST 205-489-5111. 1070 Hwy. 33 N. Admission charged; senior & Golden Age & Golden Access passports rates. PC. DAYS INN 800-329-7499, 256-355-3297. 63 Marco Dr., Priceville. 53 units. $42–$59. CB, R, SP SJ, PA, HI, , SCD, GD. TC, CC. D-1(h–m, p), D-2(a), D-3(b–d, f, g). FUNLAND WATER PARK, INC. 256-764-8809, 256-766-9132. 305 Coffee Rd. Park open mid-May–mid-Aug.: 10–9 (Sun. noon– 9); bait shop and restaurant open year-round. Fee for attractions only. PC, TC, CC. Water theme park featuring a 328’. waterslide, 378’. tube slide, 3 kiddie slides. D-1(a, b, f, l, n, p). • Brushy Lake Recreation Area. Open camping with water provided Apr. 1–Sept. 30. Spend one day or several in scenic forest. Hiking trails, ﬁshing, boating and camping areas. DECATUR MOTOR LODGE 256-355-0190. 3429 Hwy. 31S. 65 units. $35– $48. CB, R, K, L, SP PA, HI, SCD, AAA. TC, CC. D, 1(b, h, i, k, m, n, p). • Clear Creek Recreation Area. Adjacent to Smith Lake. Individual picnic sites, white-sand beach, swimming area, bathhouse, 3 group picnic shelters. Bike trail parallels lake and crosses 2 bridges. See campground listing on page 139. HAMPTON INN www.hampton-inn.com. 800-HAMPTON, 256-3555888. 2041 Beltline Rd. SW. 90 units. $78-$115 CB, MF, ER, SP HI, SCD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b, c, e, , j, k, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(d, f, h). FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT ROSENBAUM HOUSE MUSEUM NRHP www.wrightinalabama.com. 256-740-8899. 601 Riverview Dr. Open Tu–Sat. 10–4, Sun. 1-4. Admission charged; senior, group & child rates; Seniors (62+), students, and groups of 10 or more. PC, TC. Usonian style (1939–40). Only structure in Alabama designed by Wright. Constructed of cypress, glass and brick. Fully restored. D-1(p). w w w. a l a b a m a . t r a v e l 41 ALABAMA MOUNTAINS Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains http://www.decaturparks.com http://www.decaturcvb.org http://www.holidayinn-decatur.com http://www.htshotel.com http://www.jamesoninns.com http://www.dogwoodhillsgolfresortandgardens.com http://6042.lq.com http://www.pointmallardpark.com http://www.microtelinn.com http://www.motel6-decatur-al.com http://www.bestwestern.com http://www.shoalschildrensmuseum.org http://www.ramada.com http://www.choicehotels.com/hotel/al204 http://www.flo-tour.org http://www.choicehotels.com/hotels/al155 http://www.doublehead.com http://www.super8.com http://www.countryins.com/decatural http://www.firstfridaysflorence.com http://www.courtyard.com/hsvdc http://www.wrightinalabama.com http://www.hampton-inn.com http://www.alabama.travel

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