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Introduction
Planning a trip to a state as large and diverse as Arizona involves a lot of decision making (other than which golf clubs to take), so in this chapter I've tried to give you some direction. Below I've chosen what I feel is the very best the s... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Rafting the Grand Canyon: Whether you go for 3 days or 2 weeks, nothing comes even remotely close to matching the excitement of a raft trip through the Grand Canyon. Sure, the river is crowded with groups in the summer, but the grandeur of th... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Roaring Fork (Scottsdale; tel. 480/947-0795): Roaring Fork has long been one of the most creative southwestern restaurants in the Phoenix area. The atmosphere is lively, and everything from the bread basket and bar snacks to the entrees and d... Continue reading »
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The best active vacations
Rafting the Grand Canyon: Whether you go for 3 days or 2 weeks, nothing comes even remotely close to matching the excitement of a rafting trip through the Grand Canyon. Sure, the river is crowded with groups in the summer, but the grandeur of... Continue reading »
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The best bird-watching
Madera Canyon: The mountain canyons of southern Arizona attract an amazing variety of bird life, from species common in lowland desert to those that prefer thick forest settings. Madera Canyon is a good place to experience this variety. Bu... Continue reading »
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The best day hikes & nature walks
Camelback Mountain (Phoenix): For many Phoenicians, the trail to the top of Camelback Mountain is a ritual, a Phoenix institution. Sure, there are those who make this a casual but strenuous hike, but many more turn it into a serious workout b... Continue reading »
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The best family vacations
Saddling Up on a Dude Ranch: Ride off into the sunset with your family at one of Arizona's many dude ranches (now called guest ranches). Most ranches have lots of special programs for kids. Floating on a Houseboat: Renting a floating vacat... Continue reading »
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The best golf courses
The Boulders South Course (Carefree, near Phoenix; tel. 480/488-9028): If you've ever seen a photo of someone teeing off beside a massive balancing rock and longed to play that same hole, then you've dreamed about playing The Boulders' South... Continue reading »
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The best historic places to stay
Hermosa Inn (Phoenix; tel. 800/241-1210; www.hermosainn.com): The main building here dates from 1930 and was once the home of Western artist Lon Megargee. Today, the old adobe house is surrounded by beautiful gardens and has become a tranquil... Continue reading »
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The best inns and bed & breakfasts
Rocamadour Bed & Breakfast for (Rock) Lovers (Prescott; tel. 888/771-1933): Set amid the rounded boulders of the Granite Dells just north of Prescott, this inn combines a spectacular setting with French antiques and very luxurious accommodati... Continue reading »
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The best luxury hotels
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch (Scottsdale; tel. 800/55-HYATT; www.scottsdale.hyatt.com): Contemporary desert architecture, dramatic landscaping, a water playground with its own beach, a staff that's always ready to ass... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Heard Museum (Phoenix): This is one of the nation's premier museums devoted to Native American cultures. In addition to historical exhibits, a huge kachina collection, and an excellent museum store, there are annual exhibits of contemporary N... Continue reading »
Oracle Travel Experiences
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USTA Nationals
Hi tennis enthusiasts!! I'm here with my 4.0 men's team from the Fremont Tennis Center for the USTA National tournament. Our friends fr... Continue reading »
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Southern Arizona
Saturday 2nd JuneWaking early Lyn and I set out for a walk through the back of Fred's property which took us out onto an Arroyo. Th... Continue reading »
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The Wild, Wild West
We happen upon Old Tucson Studios on a drive out of the city - and so glad we did. It began as a film set in the 1930s for the movie 'Ari... Continue reading »
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Tucson Adventures
The first day we went to Tombstone, AZ and saw a reenactment of the Shootout at the OK Corral. The Erps won again. This was a fun happe... Continue reading »
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Moseying into Tucson
Well howdy agin pardners, it's been a while since we could lowg owan to the darn intreenate so scuse me ifn i gits confused. Our gr... Continue reading »
