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Originally opened in the 1980s, the Arizona Science Center is sure to appeal to all visitors. The museum features over 350 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and an IMAX theater. Among the popular exhibits are a gallery of human... more
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Towering 1,400 feet, this mountain features the unmistakable shape of a camel's hump. North trailhead offers sheer red cliffs rising 200 feet vertically in some areas, which beckon rock climbers. Facilities are limited at the E... more
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One of the most popular museums in Phoenix, the Heard Museum houses an impressive collection of Native American art from pre-Columbian times to present-day. Founded in 1929 by Dwight and Maie Bartlett Heard, the museum features... more
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Featuring the Paradise & Pacific Railroad, a faithful scale reproduction of a Colorado narrow gauge railroad, and the fully restored, antique Charros Carousel, the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is a great family destination.... more
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This fun center ranks high with the kids. Display your putting skills on the miniature golf courses, or try your hand at arcade games. Two thrilling roller coasters offer thrills of the looping variety. Other attractions includ... more
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This discount theater shows big name films after the new releases have forced them out of the major movie houses. Films like Disney's 'Tarzan' or 'Star Wars: The Phantom Menace' can be viewed months before their video release a... more
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Located in Old Town Scottsdale, the Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor offers more than great ice cream and food. Designated as one of Scottsdale’s founding businesses, this classic soda fountain has been around since 1958 and h... more
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Before you bare your butt for the carnival, make an appointment with Dannielli Marcelino. The Brazilian wax expert has served clients for 9 years and the spa was voted 'Best Place' for the real Brazilian wax in Arizona. The wax... more
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A fabulous example of a 19th Century church still celebrates Mass daily in downtown Phoenix. Originally built in 1881, notable features include beautifully rendered stained glass windows and a carillon tower. Honored as a minor... more
Paradise Valley Travel Experiences
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National Park Overload, Part IV
The South Rim is my most recent National Park. This means it was the last of my overload. When my parents arrived in Utah, I had communic... Continue reading »
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Day One (12/2)
Seeing as how we spent over 12 hours in airports or on airplanes, it wasn't the most thrilling of days. We got quite bored with th... Continue reading »
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Magic..
We hired a car/jeep thing & hit the open road through the desert, over the Hoover Dam, to the Grand Canyon from Vegas.... Continue reading »
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Turducken
We were really spoilt for our very first Thanksgiving by our friends Simon, Jean, Zoe, Vinny and Jake (the dog). Matthew and Simon ... Continue reading »
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Portal, AZ
We've already written a lot about Portal and Rodeo, so not much new to add. I do need to retract what I've said previously about Silve... Continue reading »
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Popular Paradise Valley Hotels
- Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
- Camelback Inn, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa
- InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa
- Scottsdale Cottonwoods Resort
- Scottsdale Plaza Resort
- Homewood Suites By Hilton� Phoenix/scottsdale
- Hermosa Inn
- Millennium Resort Scottsdale McCormick Ranch
- Smoke Tree Resort and Bungalows
- Hampton Inn Phoenix Scottsdale at Shea Blvd
