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When it comes to the Grand Canyon, there are statistics, and there are sensations. While the former are impressive—the canyon measures in at an average width of 10 mi, length of 277 river mi, and depth of 1 mi—they don't truly prepare you for that first impression. Seeing the canyon for the first time is an astounding experience—one that's hard to wrap your head around. In fact, it's more than an experience, it's an emotion, one that is only just beginning to be captured with the superlative "Grand."
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Travel Deals in Grand Canyon
- $176 & up -- Flights from Columbus on Sale (R/T incl. Tax) Major Airlines on Fly.com
- $134 & up -- 4-Star Phoenix Hotel w/Cirque Ticket Discount Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
- $78 -- 4-Star Old Town Scottsdale Hotel Hotwire.com
- 5% Off -- Mid-Size Car Rentals in Phoenix Payless Car Rental
Grand Canyon Experiences
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Its status: This is one of those places where you really want to say, "Been there, done that!"... Read more
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It's hard to commune with nature while you're searching for a parking place, dodging video cameras, and stepping away from strollers. However... Read more
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So you're ready to tackle the churning white water of the Colorado River as it rumbles and hisses its way through the Grand Canyon? Well, you're... Read more
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When Chuck Wahler tells people to "take a hike," he means it in the most helpful, encouraging sense. A longtime employee at Grand Canyon National... Read more
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While you're here, be sure to take advantage of the many complementary services offered at Grand Canyon National Park.... Read more
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Eighty-nine mammal species inhabit Grand Canyon National Park, as well as 355 species of birds, 56 kinds of reptiles and amphibians, and 17 kinds... Read more
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Practical Travel Tips
For 17 days in 2012, admission to more than 100 of the country's National Parks will be free.... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Planning a family National Park trip this summer?...... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
From blazing sunsets to gigantic caverns full of bats, here's where to find the magic of the Southwest...... Read more
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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In January I had posted asking for info on the above itinerary and most said it was really two trips and to spend more time doing all the NP's in southern Utah. Read more
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A member suggested to me that we try the Desert Quail Inn - we were looking for something for 3 nights that was under a$100.00 a night. We got $84.00rate.
The Inn is very clean, was reasonably priced, had Read more
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Hi Everyone!
I am planning to fly in and out of Vegas in September and to hire a car for a week and travel to all the nearby canyons. We would like to take in Bryce, Zion and the Grand canyon ideally spending Read more
