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Amado
Cow Palace
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the days of Father Kino, the Santa Cruz Valley has been the site of many
historical events and one of the most active tourist havens in Arizona.
The Cow Palace was established upon the site of an old general store in
the days of Otho Kinsley. Otho established the Kinsley Ranch in 1920 and
became famous for furnishing bucking horses and Brahma bulls to the now
famous Fiesta de Los Vaqueros Rodeo. Since then, the Cow Palace
Restaurant and Bar remains one of this area's most well known
attractions. Old timers report that on occasion the Cow Palace became a
theatre. The dining room would be cleared and a movie projector and
screen would be setup for the patrons to enjoy a film. In later years,
many movies were filmed in the area, such as "The Man Who Loved Cat
Dancing," Pray For The Wildcat," "Tin Cup," "The Postman," and "Boys On
The Side." As a result, the Cow Palace was frequented by John Wayne and
many other stars whose famous faces now grace the bar.
http://cowpalacerestaurant.com/index.htm
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The Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory (FLWO) is
the largest field installation of the
Smithsonian Institution Astrophysical Observatory (SAO)
outside Cambridge, MA. Since October 1968, the FLWO has been used as the
site for experiments requiring extremely dark skies, dry climate, and good
"optical seeing." Located at the base of Mt. Hopkins
in the Santa Rita Mountains, 56 kilometers (35 miles) south of Tucson and
just within the boundary of the Coronado National Forest, the Fred
Lawrence Whipple Observatory Visitors Center features displays and
exhibits on astronomy and astrophysics, natural science, and cultural
history. The Visitors Center is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through
Friday. (Please note that the Visitors Center is closed on Federal
Holidays.) Special Star Parties, featuring lectures and telescopic
viewing, are held quarterly at the Center on a Saturday, starting late in
the afternoon. Reserved-seat bus tours, originating at the Visitors
Center, are conducted three times weekly from early spring to late fall.
Guided, reserved-seat bus tours of FLWO for the general public are
conducted Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from mid-March through
November. Tours originate at the Visitors Center, which opens at 8:30 a.m.
A video presentation begins at 9 a.m. The bus leaves the office at 9:30
am. and returns by 3 p.m. Reservations are required and may be made in
advance by calling (520) 670-5707, or, by writing to Whipple
Observatory, P.O. Box 97, Amado, AZ 85645. Reservations are on a
first-come first-served basis up to the 26-visitor maximum. Because of the
duration of the tour, children under six years of age are not permitted.
Tickets are purchased on the day of the tour. Tour participants should
dress warmly, bring lunches, and be prepared for moderate exertion at an
altitude of 2626 meters (8550 feet). Not all mountain facilities are
accessible, and, persons with cardiac or respiratory problems should check
with a physician about traveling to this altitude.
http://www.cfa.harvard.edu/flwo
Agua Linda Farm
The following information was provided by
Agua Linda Farm -
(www.AguaLindaFarm.net)
Agua Linda
Farm is a diversified family farms
reminiscent
of the
past. Our family is proud to offer our community an opportunity to
re-connect with the rural farm experience. While providing seasonal,
naturally grown and raised foods, we hope to educate and entertain our
visitors.
We do
not use chemical fertilizers or herbicides on our plants and our beef cows
are grass pastured, antibiotic and hormone free.
Our food
is available for sale at our farm stand, local farmer's markets, local
restaurants and through our C.S.A. (Community Supported Agriculture)
memberships. Our beautiful 63 acres is located in the lush Santa Cruz River
Valley in the shadow of the Santa Rita Mountains of Southern Arizona. We are
only 35 miles south of Tucson in Amado, just 5 miles north of the historic
town of Tubac. Directions from Tucson - Take Interstate 19 to the Agua Linda
Road Exit #42. Take the East Frontage Road south. This will turn into a dirt
road almost immediately. This is our driveway! (Do not use Map Quest -
directions are wrong!) Agua Linda Farm, Amado, AZ 85645. Phone -
520.398.3218. E-mail:
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Cyrus, our bull, happily grazing
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Agua Linda Farm Bed and Breakfast
Our
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Benson
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Benson
There is a lot to do in Benson. Begin with a walking tour through the
historic area of the city.
Stop at
the Benson Visitor Center for a brochure on their Historic Walking Tour.
This walk through Benson's past will tell you a bit about the town's
architecture and its people.
Nearby in the
Coronado National Forest
is the stronghold of Cochise's. This makes a nice day trip from Benson.
To get
there, take I -10 east from town, exiting at the Dragoon exit (Texas Canyon).
Drive east for 13 miles until you get to U.S. 666 and turn south (right),
driving for another 6 miles. Turn west and drive into the national forest. You
may also want to visit Gammons gulch Ghost Town where you can see where movies
have been made. Here you will find an
1890's Town and Mining Camp recreated like the Wild West really was. Everything in
the gulch is authentic, from the working telegraph to the shingle nails and
even the outhouses. Open 9am - 5pm,
Wed -Sun. Call 520-212-2831 for more information.
www.gammonsgulch.com
Another day trip would be the drive to
Kartchner Caverns State Park.
The park is located on Hwy 90 in the Whetstone
Mountains. These unique caverns are the most pristine in the United States. You
will need to
call ahead for reservations as a limited number of people are allowed in to the
caves daily. There are camping facilities, hiking trails, bird sanctuary,
visitor center, interpretive displays and a gift shop. For more
information and reservations call 520-586-2283, or click on
www.pr.state.az.us/Parks/parkhtml/kartchner.html
Other
interesting places to visit would include the
San Pedro Riparian
National Conservation Area;
the Vega-Bray Observatory, that has eight telescopes, planetarium, science
classroom and museum; and the
Holy Trinity Monastery.
Here you will find a book store, gift shop, Library, Oriental garden, Museum, Art Gallery,
Bird Sanctuary and Thrift Shop. The monastery holds seasonal festivals.
Click here or for more
information, or call 520-720-4642.
Black Canyon City
Bylers Amish Kitchen
- If you are making the drive between Phoenix and Flagstaff, and it is meal
time, get off the interstate at Black Canyon City and enjoy a meal at Bylers
Amish Kitchen. They specialize in home cooking, and have pretty good baked
goods. The restaurant is located on the east side of the business loop, and
their number is 623.371.9330
Camp Verde
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Camp Verde
Camp Verde is one of those
sleepy places where you can still walk the streets at night. It has the
atmosphere of a small town. Just outside of town you will find wide-open
spaces, the Verde River, a mild 4-season climate and panoramic views from
the vistas above the valley.
Camp Verde is located 86 miles
north of Phoenix and has an arid climate with hot summer days and cool
evenings. The winters are quite mild. It is located on the Lower Sonoran
Desert. The area of Camp Verde is unique in Arizona in having examples of
buildings from its entire historic period. Fort Verde State Historic Park
annually draws approximately 40,000 visitors to the center of Camp Verde,
and nearby Montezuma Castle, brings over a million to the area.
Casa Grande
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Casa Grande
Casa Grande's location, mild climate, and scenic
attractions make it attractive to tourists and winter visitors. The Casa
Grande Valley Historical Museum offers many historical displays and facts
about the history of area. Named a Main Street city in 1992, Casa Grande is revitalizing the
unique downtown area. The Casa Grande Art Museum hosts a number of shows
each year featuring sculpture, water-color, multimedia and Western art by
Arizona artists. The city is also the home of the Arizona State Open
Chili championship held every March. The annual O'Odham Tash Celebration,
a gathering of tribes, is held in mid-February and features Native
American arts and crafts, ceremonial dances, rodeos, powwows and parades.
Not far away is the Casa
Grande Ruins National Monument where you can see an
imposing 4-storey building dating from the late Hohokam period that are
contemporary with the other preserved ruins from the 14th century of the
Tonto and
Montezuma Castle
Monuments.
Chandler
(Phoenix Area)
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Chandler
The City of Chandler, one of the fastest growing cities in
the country, is also a favorite place for visitors to the Phoenix area to
stay. It is close to the airport, and close to many of the finest golf
coursed in the states, as well as several great golf resorts. Arizona
resorts, fabulous restaurants of every cuisine, premier shopping and tons
of fun activities. Plus we are graced with near perfect weather - more
than 330 sunny days a year, and an average temperature of 85 degrees
making the City of Chandler, AZ a great place to visit.
Cottonwood
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Cottonwood
Cottonwood is located in northern Arizona only
130 miles from Phoenix and 40 miles from Flagstaff. Cottonwood is an ideal
place to base your travels to terrific attractions and outdoor spots. It
is a small town that began as a farming town. Today Cottonwood has a
population of 5,900. The town sits at an elevation of 3,314 feet. The
climate is mild all year round. The low temperature in the winter is 30
degrees and the high temperature in the summer is 97 degrees. Cottonwood
receives approximately 11 inches of rain a year and 4 inches of snow.
Cottonwood is a trading center for the Verde Valley. There are numerous
services and manufacturing facilities in town, along with a quaint
Historic Old Town area. It is a pleasant, quiet little community serving a
rich agricultural, livestock and mining district. There are some terrific
attractions near Cottonwood. The Verde Canyon Railroad is a wonderful
experience. Visitors will travel down the railroad lines viewing scenic
spots and wildlife. This is a very popular attraction. Tuzigoot National
Monument is an old Indian dwelling. There are two hiking trails that give
visitors an up close look at the culture from long ago. The Clemenceau
Heritage Museum is a neat place to visit to see a room of working model
trains and to discover more about the Verde Valley’s past. Cottonwood has
so many outdoor activities. Dead Horse Ranch State Park is so close to
town. This park has a variety of things to offer its visitors. The park
has camping, picnicking, fishing and horseback riding. The Sycamore Canyon
Wilderness Area is a 26-mile canyon perfect for hiking. This canyon is one
of the most breathtaking spots in the area.
The beautiful Verde River runs
through Cottonwood, and the town is near the spectacular Oak Creek Canyon area.
Enjoy the hiking trails, golfing, or camping as you watch the changing colors of
the desert at twilight. It’s all here, and so much more, in Cottonwood, Arizona!
Douglas
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Eloy
(Near Casa Grande )
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Eloy
Eloy
is located along old Arizona Highway 84, just off of Interstate 10, about 15
miles southeast of Casa Grande. Eloy lies in the Santa Cruz River Valley and
is served by Interstate 10 with two exits, Toltec Road and Sunshine
Boulevard.
Eloy is part of the Lower
Colorado River sub region of the Sonoran Desert and receives 8.48 inches of rain
annually. Like all of the Sonoran Desert, Eloy has two distinct rainy seasons,
one during the winter, as Pacific storms bring gentle rains from the North and
West and the other, during the summer.
Summer rain arrives in the
form of moisture from the Gulf of Mexico that generates thunderstorms by
convection. Some of these storms can be quite violent. More rarely, Eloy
receives large amounts of rain from dissipating tropical storms from the
Pacific. Like most other cities and towns in Arizona, Eloy's wettest month is
August, with a mean rainfall of 1.65 inches.
Being located in a large,
flat basin, Eloy is subject to extremely hot summers. July is the hottest month,
with a mean high of 105 degrees and a mean low of 75 degrees. However, on any
given day in July, the temperature can easily exceed 110 and reach as high as
120 degrees. August is generally cooler because of the increased humidity as the
monsoon season gets into full swing. Nights are generally warm but pleasant
throughout the summer months.
Eloy experiences
exceptionally mild winters. January is the coolest month, with a mean high of 67
degrees and a mean loan of 36 degrees. However, it can be much warmer, with
temperatures in 70’s or even an occasional 80 degree temperature. Nighttime lows
can reach into the 20’s during and after winter storms, with the lowest recorded
temperature being 13 degrees.
Flagstaff
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Flagstaff
Flagstaff is my favorite city in which to stay when in
northern Arizona. Cool summers, spring flowers, fall colors and great
skiing. If you are looking for nice getaway or the vacation of a
lifetime, Flagstaff will make any trip a northern Arizona adventure. Along
with all there is to see and do, you will have your choice of over hundred
restaurants, dozens of inns, and plenty of other affordable
accommodations. Some of the most beautiful country in the Southwest
surrounds you here, from lush woodlands to rugged deserts. The Grand
Canyon, Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona's red rocks, Native American
reservations, and a string of breathtaking national monuments are all
within a short drive.
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Fountain Hills
(Scottsdale Area)
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Fountain Hills
Fountain Hills is a small, scenic desert community located
east of Scottsdale and about 45 minutes from Sky Harbor International
Airport. The town is surrounded by mountains with sweeping mountain views
including Four Peaks, the Superstition Mountains and the McDowell
Mountains, and boasts a natural desert landscape.
Fountain Hills just wouldn't be fountain hills without--The
Fountain! The Fountain is listed in Guinness World Records as the tallest
fountain in the world. The Fountain is set in the middle of a 30 acre
lake. It spurts a column of water for 15 minutes every hour on the hour
between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m., unless weather conditions (wind) prohibit it.
There are several beautiful golf courses in the beautiful
surroundings of Fountain Hills making this a favorite for golfers who come
here from miles around (and even out of state and out of country) to enjoy
the courses. And, if you enjoy boating and fishing, Saguaro Lake is close
by.
Glendale (Near Phoenix)
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Glendale
As Arizona's fourth-largest city, Glendale offers visitors
much to see and beginning with its historic downtown shopping district.
Throughout the year there are special events and festivals, as well as
museums and cultural attractions, and a growing number of professional
sports facilities.
The Glendale Arena is open and events are being scheduled.
Phoenix Coyotes will begin playing hockey in the area as they have signed
a multi-year affiliation agreement with the American Hockey League’s (AHL)
San Antonio Rampage. For tickets to events at the arena, please call the
ticket office at (623) 772-3800. Glendale Arena is the first phase of
Westgate City Center, which will encompass 450,000 square feet of office,
retail and entertainment space.
Mass excavation of the new Cardinals stadium site, located
just south of Glendale Avenue and Loop 101, began on July 30, 2003. The
overall excavation of 860,000 cubic yards of dirt will take the field
level 26 feet below the present grade and will take approximately two
months to complete. Once completed, the field will lie 39 feet below the
main concourse level. The stadium is due to be completed by August 2006.
The stadium will be located just south of the Coyotes Arena.

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Globe
Goodyear (Near Phoenix)
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Goodyear
Located only about
20 minutes west of downtown Phoenix, making it close enough
for visitors to enjoy all of the cultural and entertainment resources of
the Phoenix metro area such as theater, the opera, and the symphony. Add
to this the big four professional sports – baseball, basketball, football
and hockey – and you can see why the city of Goodyear is a good place to
stay when visiting the area.
Along with all of that, the area gives scenic mountain
views, desert vistas, pastoral open spaces, golf courses, lakes, parks and
trails. The area is great for walking, hiking and biking with almost a
hundred miles of bike paths and 33 miles of mountain trails.
Grand Canyon
and Grand Canyon National Park
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the Grand Canyon
When visiting the Grand Canyon you may want to stay right on the rim so
you can enjoy this beautiful area better. However, you should make your
reservations very early!
For accommodations information and reservations at the
following: El Tovar Hotel, Kachina Lodge, Thunderbird
Lodge, Bright
Angle Lodge, Maswik Lodge, Yavapai Lodge, Moqui
Lodge, Phantom Ranch, the
Grand Canyon Lodge, and the Trailer Village; call 1.303.29.PARKS (Fax -
303.297.3175), or contact
Xanterra Parks & Resorts.
You can also write: Grand Canyon National Park Lodges, Grand
Canyon, AZ 86023.
The Grand Canyon. Located entirely in northern Arizona, the
park encompasses 277 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. One of
the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world, Grand Canyon is
unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers to visitors on the rim. Grand
Canyon National Park is a World Heritage Site. Click on
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will be both fun and educational. Best of all, you are able to sit back, relax
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Holbrook
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Holbrook
The first time I saw Holbrook was in the 1950s when I made my
first trip across America. This trip was made traveling from just south of
Chicago to Los Angeles on Route 66, known as The Main Street of America. This
narrow strip of asphalt was a symbol of hope for farmers fleeing the dust bowl
and soldiers starting a new life after World War II, and Holbrook was one of
those places many chose to settle.
Holbrook was a frontier town in 1881 and it had some of the
same atmosphere in 1950 as it has today. The old 1898 courthouse, now on the
National Register of Historic Places, is the centerpiece of town. The town is
surrounded with the spectacular beauty and spirituality of the Indian Country
that beckons travelers to pull off Interstate 40. The next time you are in this
area, you should also as it is like stepping into a different space and time.
Holbrook is also a great home base for a tour of Navajo, Hopi and Apache
country. Holbrook, Arizona, is just 28 miles from the Petrified Forest National
Park.
Kingman
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Kingman
Kingman and the surrounding
area
Fourteen miles southeast of Kingman is beautiful Hualapai
Mountain Park, at an elevation of 6,700 feet, where overnight camping,
picnicking, hiking and other activities are available.
Lake Havasu City
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Lake Havasu City
Let's face it. When
most people think of Lake Havasu City the think of the old London Bridge and
all of the "old" people who live here. However, it is much more than that.
Along with the lake there is
the Mohave Desert, the Sonoran Desert, good golf
and weather to enjoy them all year round!
There is also the
"English Village," where
you can
lure England. Nestled beneath London Bridge you will find lots of good
shopping and nice restaurants. The Tudor style architecture, the shops and
restaurants create the atmosphere of seeing a piece of "merry olde England".
After taking a stroll along the tree-lined walkways and doing a little
shopping, you will enjoy stopping at one of the local breweries for a
hand-crafted beer, or root beer too if you prefer.
It seems it is always a
beautiful day in Lake Havasu. The sky is blue,
the air is clean, the sparkling blue water with its beautiful mountain
backdrop is truly an awesome sight during the day. And at night, it seems as
though you can actually reach up touch the stars in the tranquil desert sky.
The 45-mile lake, from which its name was
derived, is actually on the Colorado River and is actually a
reservoir that was created when Parker Dam
was built. The London Bridge, which crosses the Bridgewater Channel from the
mainland to a small island on the Colorado River, is world-famous and draws
visitors from all over the world.
Lake Mead
Lake Powell
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Lake Powell
Lake Powell is a center of recreational
opportunities with over 1,950 miles of shoreline. This is actually more
than you will find along entire west coast of the continental United
States. There are 96 major canyons to explore as well as Rainbow Bridge
National Monument that can be explored by boat. Page is just a short drive
from the North and South Rim of the Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion National
Park, Monument Valley and Canyon de Chelly. Annual events include, golf
tournaments at Lake Powell National Golf Course, bass fishing tournaments,
mountain bike racing, rodeos, native American dance performances and pow
wows, art shows and an air show with hot air balloons, vintage aircraft
and monster trucks.
Marana
(Near Tucson)
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Marana
Mesa
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Mesa
When in Mesa, be sure to visit
the
Commemorative Air Force, Arizona Wing Museum.
It is located just off of the 202 expressway. Take the Greenfield Road exit to
the museum. There are several aircraft on display, including some war birds that
you can take a ride in. Contact the Arizona Wing Commemorative Air Force, 2017
North Greenfield Road, Mesa, Arizona 85215, 480-924-1940 for additional
information and hours of operation.
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Nogales
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Batteries
Plus
I have found Batteries Plus to be a great place to find the battery you need.
They have over 290 stores
coast to coast, each staffed by battery experts who solve power problems
everyday, whether it be for a watch or for an RV. A Wall Street Journal
report names Batteries Plus to list of Top 25 Franchise High Performers! And,
its no wonder as you can find everything from a battery for your vehicle to very
hard-to-find batteries for computers, cameras, watches and much more. The
Nogales store is located at 1997 North Grand, 520.281.5619. Visit their website
for a store location close to you.
www.batteriesplus.com
Zulas
Restaurant
This is my favorite restaurant in Nogales. It is about the closest you can get
to traditional food for the area, and the best place around for pies. George and
Tita Papachoris are the owners and they do everything they can to make sure your
meal - and your visit - are enjoyable. 982 North Grand Avenue, Nogales, AZ
85621. Phone: 520.287.2892.
Page
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Page
Page is just a short drive from the North and
South Rim of the Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion National Park, Monument Valley and
Canyon de Chelly. Annual events include, golf tournaments at Lake Powell
National Golf Course, bass fishing tournaments, mountain bike racing, rodeos,
native American dance performances and pow wows, art shows and an air show with
hot air balloons, vintage aircraft and monster trucks.
Page is also the home city of
Lake Powell, a center of recreational opportunities with over 1,950 miles of
shoreline. This is actually more than you will find along entire west coast of
the continental United States. There are 96 major canyons to explore as well as
Rainbow Bridge National Monument that can be explored by boat.
Parker
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Parker
The Town of Parker is located within the
northern corner of the Colorado River Indian Tribe reservation on a mesa
overlooking the Colorado River at an elevation of approximately 450 feet above
sea level. The Town of Parker is within the Sonora Desert located near river
bottomland and rugged low desert mountains. The Gibraltar Mountains lie east of
the community while the Whipple and Riverside Mountains lie to the north and
southwest respectively.
Peoria
(Phoenix Area)
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Peoria
Located in the Northwest Valley, Peoria has
become one of the fastest growing cities in the state. Home to Lake Pleasant
Regional Park, Challenger Space Center, and the Peoria Sports Complex, the city
offers an array of things to do all year round. With easy access to other valley
cities as well as Northern Arizona, theatre, museums, sporting events, hiking,
camping, dining, boating and more are just a short drive away.
Payson
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Payson
Phoenix
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Phoenix

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Picacho
If you are traveling on I-10 between Phoenix and Tucson, be sure
to make a stop at Picacho Peak Plaza and visit the gift shop. For
over 90 years, the Bowlin family has taken pride in serving the traveling public
with Southwestern tradition and hospitality. They have several locations
throughout Arizona and New Mexico where they have a wonderful selection of local
products, mixed with some exotic artwork. They actually began serving the public
in 1912 when Claude M. Bowlin began trading with the Native American Indians of
New Mexico and began learning their languages and customs. Today, Bowlin Travel
Centers continues the traditions of honesty, integrity, and hospitality by
providing high quality products and services at competitive prices. Bowlin's
maintains 12 Travel Centers and five full service Dairy Queen Restaurants in New
Mexico and Southern Arizona. For additional information, and to find the
location of their other stores, visit their website at www.BowlinOnline.com.
Prescott
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Prescott is a popular destination in the summer for those
escaping the desert heat in Phoenix and Tucson. The Courthouse Square hosts
many arts and music events, and the cool pines beckon hikers and campers.
There's a lot to do in Prescott, and to find out more, just visit
http://www.cityofprescott.net.
Red Rock
Arizona Nut House
This is a great place for all types of nuts and other goodies. Be sure to try a
bag of Arizona grown pistachios. They are great. You can order all of their
products on line at www.aznuthouse.com
Safford
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Safford, nestled below Mt.
Graham, offers a small-town atmosphere that attracts many visitors. Just to
name a few, there are the Safford Mt. Graham 18-Hole Golf Course where you can
enjoy a round of golf, and then relax in the restaurant to talk about the
score you wish you would have shot; Discovery Park & Gov Aker Observatory,
which features 20” reflecting telescope, worlds largest known camera
obscura, as well as exhibit gallery, gift shop and educational facilities; Dry
Lake Park Recreation area and shooting range; and the Mt. Graham International
Observatory, located atop majestic Mt. Graham.
Sahuarita
The Pecan Store
The Pecan Store sits in front of the Green Valley Pecan Company. This company
has been owned by the same family since 1948. The store features an array of
pecan gift baskets, tins and specialty items featuring fresh, superior quality
pecans for any occasion. Many of the pecan packages make for a wonderful thank
you or corporate gift baskets. They can also ship items back home to your
friends while you are on vacation. Fortunately, as I live in the area, I can
visit as often as I want - and do! 1625 East Sahuratia Road (take the Sahuratia
Road exit off of I-19, and turn east), 520.791.2062 or 1.800.327.3226.
www.pecanstore.com.
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Chart House - Located in the McCormick Ranch
area of prestigious Scottsdale, this Chart House overlooks a picturesque lake --
a cool respite from the sizzling Arizona heat.7255 McCormick Parkway,
Scottsdale, AZ 85258.
Phone: (480) 951-2550.
Fax: (480) 951-1733.Happy Hour - Nightly: 5:00pm - 6:30pm.
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Rusty Spur Saloon
- Since 1951 this place has been famous and known for their hospitality and
music, with live music performances four afternoons and six nights a week.
The building was constructed in 1921 and housed the Farmer's State Bank of
Scottsdale from 1921 until 1933. The bank vault remains in place and has been
converted to a refrigerated unit for beverage storage. The building is a
registered historic landmark. When you walk through the swinging doors you are
taking a step back in time. The rusty Spur is an Old West saloon offering rustic
charm, good food, live entertainment, and a full bar. The Rusty Spur is located
at 7245 E. Main St. in Scottsdale near the corner of Brown and Main Streets in
Old Town Scottsdale. 480.425.7787.
www.rustyspursaloon.com.
Show Low
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Show Low
Show Low, the commercial and tourism hub of the
White Mountains, was established in 1870 and incorporated in 1953. Located in
southern Navajo County at an elevation of 6,350 feet, our city is 175 miles
northeast of Phoenix and 195 miles north of Tucson.
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Sierra Vista
Surrounded by the breathtaking natural beauty of
majestic mountain ranges and the San Pedro River, a temperate year-round
climate, abundant sunshine, and clean, fresh air; it is no wonder that
Sierra Vista has become a favorite of visitors.
When you visit Sierra Vista, you will be hard
pressed not to think about the Old West - the desert, tanned cowboys herding
cattle, and Indians. This is one of those old western towns that still has some
of this, along with places where you can lose yourself in the splendor of
magnificent canyons such as the Huachuca, where you can watch the hummingbirds
as they sip nectar from flowers. You can also visit a historic military post
with its roots deeply embedded into the decades of Indian wars.
It is here also where evidence of prehistoric man
has been preserved at the archaeological sites; where petroglyphs and
pictographs depict the life of earlier man; where the Spanish explorer Coronado
first entered the US; and where ghost town ruins reflect the futile hope of
settlers to tame the arid land.
Today, Sierra Vista is a small city with big city
amenities and a small town attitude. You will find affordable and charming
lodging in one of the over 1,000 hotel, motel and bed and breakfast rooms, as
well as a good variety of ethnic and cultural choices for dining. For additional
information on the area, visit
http://www.visitsierravista.com.
Snowflake
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Snowflake lies in an area of
great contrasts - barren desert to the north and mountain ranges to the south.
One of the nation's most unique parks lies north of Snowflake, the Petrified
Forest National Park, which includes not only the Petrified Forest,
but the Painted Desert and Navajo Indian Reservation with
attractions such as Monument Valley and Oraibi (on the Hopi Indian
Reservation), the oldest continually occupied village in the U.S. To the south
and west of Snowflake are high mountains and forest, including the White
Mountains, Sitgreaves National Forest, and the Mogollon Rim.
Close by are many
small lakes that are perfect for trout fishing and swimming. The Sunrise Ski
Resort is located 65 miles south of Snowflake on the Fort Apache Indian
Reservation.
Founded in 1878,
Snowflake was named after its founders Apostle Erastus Snow and Mormon land
agent William Flake. At an elevation of 5,600 feet, it lies in a broad, flat
valley drained by the Cottonwood and Silver Creeks. Established in 1881, it
incorporated in 1948.
Sun City
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Poised on the northwestern edge of the thriving Valley of the Sun, Surprise
is one of Arizona’s fastest growing cities. The town is set against a beautiful
backdrop of desert and stately Saguaro cactus. There are several activities
available to tourists that include from
a par-three chip and putt
to championship courses designed by golf legends. You can also cool off in the
Surprise Aquatic Center, tour Luke Air Force Base, or visit historic Wickenburg.
You may be surprised to
learn (Sorry, I just couldn't help myself!) that
Surprise’s is the spring
training home of the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers.
During the day you can
enjoy brilliant blue skies, magnificent sunsets in the evening, and the
star-filled desert skies at night as you enjoy hiking and biking in the White
Tank Regional Park on the western edge of Surprise.
Tempe
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Fun in the sun accentuates the excitement and spirit you’ll find
in Tempe. The city is packed with history, culture, shopping, dining, nightlife,
sports and special events. Treat yourself to an NFL Arizona Cardinals game, have
a shopping spree at Arizona Mills or Arizona's only IKEA, kayak on Tempe Town
Lake, enjoy a Broadway performance at ASU's Gammage Auditorium, hike in the
picturesque Papago Park or simply lounge by the pool. It is all here for you to
enjoy. Come explore our city - we'll make your stay unforgettable. For more
information, concat the Visitors and Convention Bureay at
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