The 2008 Official Alabama Vacation Guide

RACE THE IS ON by Marilyn Jones Stamps PUT ON YOUR RUNNING SHOES. ALABAMA HAS ONE GREAT ROAD RACE AFTER ANOTHER FOR ATHLETES AS WELL AS SPECTATORS TO ENJOY. ! ACCOMMODATIONS BEST WESTERN HORSESHOE INN 256-234-6311. 3146 Hwy. 280. 64 units. $65$75. CB, SP HI, SCD, AAA. PC, TC, CC. D-1(e, h, k, , p). Microwave/refrigerators in all rooms. BOB WHITE MOTEL 256-234-4215. 930 Airport Dr. 22 units. $38– $44. SP SCD, GD. TC, CC. D-1(a). , JAMESON INN www.jamesoninns.com. 800-JAMESON, 256-2347099. 4335 Hwy. 280. 60 units. $66 and up. CB, ER, SP PA, GD, AAA. PC, TC, CC. D-1(b, f, h–k, n), , D-2(a, d), D-3(c, d, f–h, j). { HUNTSVILLE’S ROCKET CITY MARATHON, the Boston Marathon Qualiﬁer for 2008 and 2009, takes place in early December and comes complete with food, entertainment, fellowship, and fun. Some places of interest to visit include the U.S. Space and Rocket Center and the Huntsville Botanical Garden, home of the holiday Galaxy of Lights experience in December. Mercedes-Benz Cotton Row 10K/5K and 1-Mile Run, also in Huntsville, and the Jesse Owens Memorial Run in Moulton, both take place in May. A must-visit is the Jesse Owens Museum near Moulton, which pays homage to one of the greatest athletes in track-and-ﬁeld history. Experience a fun-ﬁlled weekend of thrilling competition and the pleasurable charm of Southern hospitality during Birmingham’s Mercedes Marathon and Half-Marathon in February or the classic Vulcan Run in November. Be sure to visit some of the area’s historic museums and attractions and dine out in the city’s best restaurants before departing. The Powerman Alabama Duathlon and Whistlestop Duathlon happen each April in nearby Irondale, home of the original Whistlestop Café. Also in April is the Frank Maples Memorial Triathlon in Scottsboro. Tuscaloosa hosts the Camp Partlow Road Duathlon in March and the Black Warrior Triathlon each June. Along the Gulf Coast, where history, beauty, and recreation come together, Mobile hosts the First Light Marathon in January, the popular Azalea Trail Run in late March and the Challenge of Champions Track Meet in April. The Mullet Man Triathlon occurs in Orange Beach in April and the Alabama Coastal Triathlon in Gulf Shores in May. So as you traverse our beautiful state from border to border throughout the year, you’re never too far from an exhilarating marathon that will get your heart pumping! 58 w w w. a l a b a m a . t r a v e l ROYAL INN www.royalinnalexandercity.com. 256-329-8858. 4000 Hwy. 280. 42 units. $49–$54. SCD. TC, CC. D-1(b, e, h, k, p), D-3(b, h). BED & BREAKFASTS MISTLETOE BOUGH BBAA NRHP www.mistletoebough.com. 256-329-3717. 497 Hillabee St. 5 units. $90 and up. FB, PB, CW, TV, AC, HI. PC, TC, CC. 1890 Queen Anne Victorian home located on 1.5 acres. Antique furnishings offer retreat into years gone by, making visit unforgettable. Minutes from Lake Martin. ALICEVILLE ATTRACTIONS map N-3 ALICEVILLE MUSEUM, INC. www.cityofaliceville.com. 205-373-2363. 104 Broad St. Open M–F 10–4, Sat. 10–2. Closed 12-1 weekdays. Admission charged; senior, child, AAA & student rates. German P.O.W. museum/archives documenting Camp Aliceville (1943–45). Coca-Cola assembly line equipment (1948–78). American veteran military collection. Smithsonian Institutuion World War II in America exhibit. D-1(b, e–g, l, m). ACCOMMODATIONS VOYAGER INN MOTEL 205-373-6344. 150 Mobile Rd. NW. 34 units. $47$50 + tax. TC, CC. BED & BREAKFASTS MYRTLEWOOD B&B BBAA www.bbonline.com/al/myrtlewood. 866-409-7523, 205-373-2623. 602 Broad St. NE. 3 units. $80– $110. FB, PB, CW, TV, AC, HI. PC, TC, CC. 1909 historic Victorian home with antique furnishings. Walking distance to town, WWII museum. Wide porches for relaxing; a step back in time. D-1(b). ANNISTON ATTRACTIONS map J-17 ABOUT TIME ANTIQUES www.abouttimeantiques.org. 256-238-1331. 930 Noble St. Open M-Sat. 10-5; Sun. 12-5. PC, TC, CC. Beautiful, well-lighted, spacious 13,000 sq. ft. building full of antiques, gifts, and collectibles. Lay-a-ways available. D-1(a, g, i). ANNISTON DOWNTOWN DISTRICT 256-237-3536. Noble St. from 9th to 14th Sts. Free. 19th- and 20th-century Victorian and Neoclassical business structures. Federal Building made of marble. http://www.jamesoninns.com http://www.royalinnalexandercity.com http://www.mistletoebough.com http://www.cityofaliceville.com http://www.bbonline.com/al/myrtlewood http://www.abouttimeantiques.org http://www.alabama.travel

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How to Use Your Vacation Guide State Map Welcome Alabama - The State of Sports Alabama - Sports Shrines Alabama - It's Your Turn Alabama Adventure Revved Up Alabama - Year Of Sports Alabama - Baseball Alabama - Civil Rights Alabama - Happy Trails Pugskin Pride Food and Wine Trail Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Map June Walking Tours Metropolitan Metropolitan Map The Race Is On Sports Trivia River Hertitage River Heritage Map Sports Trivia Gulf Coast Gulf Coast Map Shopping Civil War Trail State Park Amenities State Park Map Campgrounds Outfitters Hunting and Fishing Licenses Hunting Lodges Information Sources Attraction Index City Index Advertiser Index

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