By Katie BrownAirTran Airways’ new daily nonstop service from Atlanta, Georgia to Hamilton, Bermuda is paving the way for bringing together Buckhead and Bermuda. The Buckhead Coalition, a nonprofit organization in the affluent area of Buckhead, is aiming to create a “Sister Community” agreement between the two areas.
“This new travel service is of real economic value to both cities, and we plan to nurture our relationship with this delightful island,” said Sam Massell, Coalition President and a former Atlanta mayor. “We both are major tourist destinations and have fine hotels and restaurants, excellent shopping and a common attitude of good will.”
On May 26, a delegation from the Coalition will travel to Hamiltion, Bermuda to discuss the concept while meeting with professional counterparts. At a later time, participating members from Bermuda will travel to Buckhead to further explore negotiations.
Buckhead Coalition is an influential nonprofit civic association, much like a chamber of commerce for this affluent northern quadrant of the city of Atlanta. Its mission is to “nurture the quality of life and help coordinate an orderly growth.”