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Hot Spots explore great getaways Architectural Attractions Charlotte photos (CloCkwise From top leFt) ralph lieberman/artstor/beChtler museum oF modern art, Courtesy oF seeglasgow.Com, seelosangeles.Com, visithopetown.Com, mt. vernon ladies’ assoCiation, and by matt pasant/visitdallas.Com For Museum Lovers ★ GlaSGoW For Globe-trotters ★ loS aNGeleS For Sightseers Why: ■ as the Queen City matures, a sleek and sophisticated design is transforming downtown. ■ mixing victorian and contemporary styles, glasgow offers loads of architectural eye candy. ■ it’s a home-design hub: see egyptian revival, tudor, midcentury modern, and more. Don’t Miss: ■ the bechtler museum of modern art, designed by mario botta. it’s a beauty from the inside out; a glass atrium slices through the museum’s core. ■ the mackintosh house, which reassembles the interior of Charles rennie mackintosh’s home, including his signature colored glass panels. ■ an architectural tour of the city. Forget star maps — the homes are the stars in la, where you can choose tours based on style, architect, and area. Fun Fact: ■ the swooping exterior of the nasCar hall of Fame appears to be moving — fitting for the fast culture the museum celebrates. charlottesgotalot.com ■ the hydro arena, set to open in september, is made from translucent materials; the venue will appear to glow against a night sky. seeglasgow.com ■ at the walt disney Concert hall, Frank gehry helped design the venue’s organ: all 72 stops, 109 ranks, and 6,125 pipes. DallaS For Spectators discoverlosangeles.com BahaMaS ★ WaShINGtoN, DC ★ For Island Hoppers For History Buffs Why: ■ visit this legendary sports city at the height of baseball season. ■ the capital buzzes with festivals and outdoor movies in the summer months. ■ because where else can you find 700 islands dotted with more than 20 lighthouses? Don’t Miss: ■ the iconic ball atop reunion tower, 50 stories above downtown. this sparkling sphere is home to wolfgang puck’s fine asian restaurant, Five sixty. ■ the beautifully restored 500-acre mount vernon estate where george washington and his family resided. ■ Climbing the 100+ steps to the top of the candy-striped elbow reef lighthouse (still in use) for a breathtaking view of the clearest water in the world. both floors in the flashing tower rotate 360 degrees every 55 minutes, so no matter where you sit, you’ll always have a prime view. visitdallas.com ■ the ■ these beacons of light are said to be home to paranormal activity. both locals and visitors claim to see ghosts, so visit if you dare! bahamas.com Fun Fact: ■ washington monument is two colors. the stones were a close match at first, but wind and rain caused them to wear differently. washington.org usairwaysmag.com August 2013 15 http://www.SEEGLASGOW.COM http://www.charlottesgotalot.com http://www.seeglasgow.com http://www.discoverlosangeles.com http://www.SEELOSANGELES.COM http://www.VISITHOPETOWN.COM http://www.visitdallas.com http://www.washington.org http://www.bahamas.com http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - August 2013

US Airways - August 2013
Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots: Architectural Attractions
Wine & Dine: Italy's Gourmet Capital
Adventure: Diving for Dinner
Golf: The Wyndham Championship
Adventure: Drive Time at Bondurant
Great Escapes: Riu Resorts
Gear Up: Tools to Stay Cool
Travel Feature: Seattle's Outdoor Delights
US Airways: Staffing the Skies
Health Matters: Rapid Recovery
Special Section: Historically Black Colleges & Universities
Must Read: The Book of Immortality
Great Dates: Euphoria Festival
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
Giving: Pulling Together
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - August 2013