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April 1, 2008
Springtime in Alpharetta means girls-only getaways and mancations
Girlfriends and guy pals will find their fill of adventure in Alpharetta this spring. With shopping and spa'ing, racy cars and cigars, plus festivals, foods and fanfare-and all against a backdrop of greenways and gardens, motorcycle courses and rock climbing walls-Alpharetta invites girlfriends and guy pals to get away to its little piece of paradise just 22 miles north of Atlanta and have a chance to win a grand giveaway.
No boys allowed
From martinis, manicures and massages to elegant eateries and shops galore, Alpharetta is brewing with "girly" opportunities for a tea time getaway. Seek your heart's desire in Alpharetta's seven shopping districts: downtown Alpharetta and Crabapple for antiques and one-of-a-kind boutiques; the North Point Mall area for stylish and well-known retailers offering tailored to trendy to traditional; and destination retailers including Queen of Hearts Antiques and Matilda's, a treasure trove of eye-popping primitive folk art.
Enjoy a "mani" or a makeup application at one of Alpharetta's spas and sip a martini or a merlot at one of its nightspots. Dish with your girlfriend while you nosh on Southern fare with flair at Alpha Soda or delectable dainties at Mittie's Tea Room.
Zoom, zoom, zoom. . .
Alpharetta is home to a number of oh-so-sporty car dealers and the perfect place to test drive a fantasy: Ferrari of Atlanta, where you'll also find Maserati and Aston Martin, will get your engine racing; Bentley Atlanta, just a few miles away, will rev up your pulse. At Fraser Dante, classic car devotees can flex their pecs over all the Mustangs, Corvettes and muscle cars. Prefer your adventure on two wheels? Visit Killer Creek Harley Davidson or Atlanta Motor World, a showroom for Duchati, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Honda motorcycles and dirt bikes-even ATVs and personal watercraft. Then visit the Honda Rider Education Center and hit the course to have your cornering, breaking and swerving skills analyzed by the experts.
Thrill seekers can go super kart racing plus rock climb and play 120 electronic and simulation games at Andretti's Indoor Karting & Games. Afterward, swap joy stick for cue at English-A Billiards, Wine and Cigar Bar. Cigar aficionados will also appreciate Blue Havana II with its 250-square foot humidor stocked with a selection of premium cigars and accessories, plus cigar lounge. For dinner, relax at Cabernet in classic steakhouse surroundings.
Spring fling for all
Come to Alpharetta with your girlfriends or guy pals for good times and a great giveaway, but make time for its many festivals and fairs, too. Savor the flavors of Alpharetta during the 18th Annual Taste of Alpharetta (May 15). The largest "Taste" festival in the South serves up incredible edibles from more than 70 restaurants. There are chef's competition, cooking demos and exhibits, plus a concert lawn with live jazz, rock and contemporary music, an Artist Market and a Kids Zone. Other festivals: the lively Alpharetta Arts StreetFest (April 19-20), the amusing 10th Annual Touch A Truck (April 19); and the spirited 12th Annual Mayor's Challenge Road Race (May 17).
A free spree
Registration for giveaways begins April 1 online on Awesome Alpharetta's website. Girlfriends will be entered for a chance to win a Weekend for Two Getaway Package that includes a two-night stay in one of Alpharetta's 23 upscale hotels, dinner for two at Sage Woodfire Tavern, European chocolates for two from Schakolad Chocolate Factory, lunch for two at Mittie's Tea Room, a gift from American Girl Boutique and spa robe and a manicure/pedicure for each girlfriend.
For guy pals, Alpharetta has an Adventure Package giveaway that includes a two-night stay in an Alpharetta hotel, a Honda Rider Education Experience for two on Saturday afternoon, chocolates for two from Schakolad Chocolate Factory, lunch for two at Smokejack Barbeque, dinner for two at Ethyl's-home of 66 American micro-brews-and racing at Andretti's Karting and Games on Friday evening.
For detailed information on all of the adventuring possibilities, plus spring events and giveaways in Alpharetta, call the Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau, toll-free (800) 294-0923, locally (678) 297-0102, or visit www.awesomealpharetta.com.
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