Phoenix

Downtown with its modern glass and steel buildings is an increasingly popular place for visitors to stay, there are many good hotels downtown and not just the major chains, a small number of boutique hotels and B&B’s have opened their doors recently. The shiny heart of the city is best experienced around the buildings at Van Buren and Third streets. Shopping in Phoenix these days is nothing short of awesome, with all the nations major retailers represented along with a very strong show of specialist shops and boutiques. Add to this some of the best restaurants in the south west and a vibrant entertainment scene to match and you will find that Phoenix won’t disappoint.

But the area's awesome beauty, from the top of the nearby South Mountain to the distinctive Camelback Mountain, eclipses any manmade building. As you stroll through the desert you will be delightfully surprised by the abundance of plant life, and moved by the rolling hills that are criss-crossed by hiking trails. Enjoy the beauty of the native vegetation as well as the native animals that tend to roam the area. Take a look at some of these diversions and attractions both in and out of the city to help make your visit as memorable as possible.

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