Spirit Magazine - November 2013 - (Page 114)

Life Adventure In Memphis BLOWN AWAY Play in Memphis "Memphis is a feeling that penetrates your soul, primarily due to our diverse musical heritage. When you're the home of the blues, the birthplace of rock 'n' roll, and the cradle of soul, you have a unique ability to appeal to people on an emotional level. We're seeing an increase in the number of international visitors, and our residents, who are some of our greatest assets, have a way of making them feel welcome. We constantly hear how pleasantly surprised people are with how friendly our residents tend to be and how much there is to do. Memphis is a destination so rich in offerings that there's something for everyone." -Kevin Kane President and CEO Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau "Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous is a family-owned business started by my father in 1948. He invented 114 SPIRIT NOVEMBER 2013 MEAT YOUR MATCH Some 400,000 guests visit Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous annually. what people now call dry ribs. We've catered to Air Force One, American embassies around the world, and have also hosted presidents, rock stars, and royalty. There's good barbecue all over Memphis. However, if you have just one night to eat barbecue here, it should be at our restaurant. It's truly one of the country's most unique restaurants." -John C. Vergos Co-owner Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous Facts of Play in Memphis * More than 10 million people visit each year. * In January, National Geographic Traveler named Memphis among its 20 best trips of 2013. * In September, readers of 10Best.com, a division of USA Today Travel, ranked Graceland No. 1 and the National Civil Rights Museum No. 3 on its list of "Best Iconic American Attractions." PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF JACK KENNER/ MEMPHIS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU AND CHARLES VERGOS' RENDEZVOUS A behind-thescenes look at the Cannon Center. http://www.10Best.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - November 2013

Spirit Magazine - November 2013
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
The Numbers
Wise Guide
Business
Winter to the Ultimate Degree
The Every Day Action Hero
Your Adventure In Memphis
Life Adventure In Memphis
Promotional Series: Spirit of Reno Tahoe
Calendar
Fun!
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Products & Services
Flight Service
Terminal Maps
Information
Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners
Route Map
The “If” List

Spirit Magazine - November 2013