Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe Travel Guide
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Fodor's Arizona & the Grand Canyon 2013
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The Valley of the Sun, otherwise known as metro Phoenix (i.e., Phoenix and all its suburbs, including Tempe and Scottsdale), is named for its 325-plus days of sunshine each year. Although many come to Phoenix for the golf and the weather, the Valley has much to offer by way of shopping, outdoor activities, and nightlife. The best of the latter is in Scottsdale and the East Valley with their hip dance clubs, old-time saloons, and upscale wine bars.
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe Hotels
The Valley of the Sun now offers locals and visitors some of the country's best choices when it comes to funky, high-fashion accommodations. ... Developers...read more
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe Restaurants
Phoenix and its surroundings have metamorphosed into a melting pot for every type of cuisine imaginable, from northern to Tuscan Italian; from mom-and-pop...read more
Things To Do in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe
- $167* & up -- Flights to/from Tucson on American, R/T American Airlines
- $85-$110 -- Phoenix: Studio Suite at Golf Resort, 30% Off Legacy Golf Resort
- $74-$91 -- Scottsdale Golf Resort incl. Weekends, Save 40% Orange Tree Golf Resort
- $29.99 -- Rent a Hyundai Elantra in Phoenix Sixt Rent a Car
- $59* & up -- Fares from 64 U.S. Cities into September, e/w — $59 Frontier Airlines
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe Experiences
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Resort spas: With dozens of outstanding desert spas, Phoenix has massaged and wrapped its way to the top of the relaxation destinations list... Read more
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OK, so you came, you saw, you shopped, you dined, you recreated. Now it's time for some rest and relaxation at one, or even several, of the... Read more
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Itching to get into the swing of things? Hoping to partake in some coursework? Looking to get linked in? In other words, would you rather be... Read more
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Arizona is still the state that people think of for cowboys, cactus, and "It's a dry heat," but many have thought of it as an endless possibility... Read more
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Despite its origins as a livestock town, Scottsdale has steadily evolved from a sow's ear into a silk purse. Once a sleepy suburb of Phoenix... Read more
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For dyed-in-the-wool baseball fans there's no better place than the Valley of the Sun. Baseball has become nearly a year-round activity in the... Read more
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