Top Reasons to Go

Top Reasons to Go

Resort spas: With its dozens of outstanding desert spas, Phoenix has massaged and wrapped its way to the top of the relaxation destinations list; you're almost guaranteed to leave the city relaxed.

The Heard Museum: This small but world-renowned museum complex elegantly celebrates Native American people, culture, art, and history.

Shopping & dining: From Old Town Scottsdale to the Fashion Squares, from Western wear to haute couture, the Valley of the Sun is a retail mecca, as well as a melting pot of fine and funky dining establishments.

The Great Outdoors: Sure there's urban sprawl, but Phoenix also has several cool and easily accessible places to get away from it all, like the Desert Botanical Garden, Papago Park, Tempe Town Lake, and the Phoenix mountain and desert preserves.

Golf: All year long links lovers can take their pick of top-rated, public and private courses -- many with spectacular views.