US Airways - May 2014 - (Page 60)

Central Arkansas L ittle Rock exudes the charm of a Southern Belle, the beauty of Mother Nature, and the elegance of a First Lady. She keeps an eye on tradition from the windows of her stately antebellum buildings and ornate Victorian homes, but in her gleaming glass facade skyscrapers, she is full of vision. Home to poets, rock stars, authors, actresses, sports legends, generals, and a U.S. President, she somehow manages to remain delightfully undiscovered, possessing a depth, beauty, and excitement beyond what many people expect. It's these defining characteristics that led Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine to award the city the coveted No. 1 spot on its "10 Great Places to Live" for 2013. Located in the heart of the state, Little Rock and North Little Rock share the stage of Central Arkansas, with the Arkansas River flowing between the two. A 1722 journal entry from JeanBaptiste Bénard de La Harpe's expedition noted rock outcroppings as navigation landmarks. Thus, the cities' names are derived from a small rock formation called La Petite Roche, or "the little rock," located on the south bank of the river. Not split, but rather bound together by the Arkansas River, the two cities connect via arteries serving pedestrians, cyclists, boaters, trolleys, trains, and cars. Tourists and locals enjoy the liveliness found in riverfront parks, museums, art venues, and the thumping beat of music at pubs and clubs. Cultural Cachet Art, music, and entertainment - Central Arkansas brims with creativity. Start your cultural tour in North Little Rock's Argenta Arts District. Located along the Arkansas River Trail, it contains fine art galleries, studios, a community theater, shops, a farmer's market, restaurants, and bars. At the Starving Artist Cafe, you can get a taste of storytelling Southern-style - Tales From the South radio shows are recorded here in front of live audiences each week. The vibrant nightlife is apparent at Ristorante Capeo, where crowds dine on authentic Italian cuisine, and at the professional comedy club, The Joint, where laughter can be heard down the street. In Little Rock, the revitalized downtown features mixed-use high-rise buildings. Nearby, the Esse Purse Museum & Store celebrates what makes her "her" with a collection of purses from the 1900s to the present. And at the River Market, you'll find a high-energy area surging with restaurants, galleries, bars, museums, hotels, live music venues, and an open-air seasonal farmer's market. Another downtown gem is the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park. Situated on 30 acres, the center includes the Presidential Library and Museum, featuring the only full-size replica of the Oval Office. This $160 million, 20,000-square-foot structure showcases documents, photographs, videos, exhibits, and alcoves about life in the White House. The nearby Rock Island Railroad Bridge has been transformed into the pedestrian Clinton Tourists and locals enjoy the liveliness found in riverfront parks, museums, art venues, and at pubs and clubs. 60 MAY 2014 usairwaysmag.com http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - May 2014

Table of Contents
Perspective: CEO Letter
From the Editor
Making It Happen
Wine & Dine: Encinitas, California
Wine & Dine: Benjamin Steakhouse and The Sea Fire Grill
Diversions: Western North Carolina Cheese Trail
Adventure: California State Parks
Adventure: Kiteboarding
Connections: Everybody's Business
Style Spotlight: Petal Power
Great Escapes: Los Cabos, Mexico
Great Escapes: Melbourne, Florida
Gear Up: Mother's Day
Travel Feature: Victor Hugo's Paris
US Airways Feature: Serving Those Who Serve Us
Hidden Treasure: Central Arkansas
Best of Health: Miami Beach Foot & Ankle Surgery
Great Dates: Eastern Music Festival
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Audio Entertainment
Video Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
oneworld alliance
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - May 2014