Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe Travel Guide

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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.

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Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe Hotels

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Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe Restaurants

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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

  • Valley of the Sun Golf: Driving Ambition

    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

  • Valley of the Sun Food

    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

  • Scottsdale Shopping

    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

  • Baseball's Spring Training

    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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