Things to see and do in Phx/Tuc
 

My hubby and I are going the end of Feb. For those of you who have been there, what did you see and do? Did you go to any border towns? Where did you stay? Thanks.

Sorry. There's nothing at all to do in either of those place.<BR><BR>Hint: Learn how to "search."

I'm always curious why some people decide to "go" someplace, and don't know what to do. <BR><BR>Why are you going in the first place?<BR><BR>I agree

I've posted this a couple of times and still highly recommend it: the Skywatcher's Inn, about 45 minutes SE of Tucson.

Rose, I've been to Arizona several times because I have family there and these are some of the places I've visited. In the Tucson area: Old Tucson Studios (it has been rebuilt because a fire destroyed it several years ago. Many western movies and tv shows were filmed here), Sabino Canyon, the Desert Museum, and Mission San Xavier del Bac. You can also take day trips from here to Tombstone (of old west fame), Bisbee, which was once a copper mining town. You can take a copper mine tour there. I'm not sure if you can still visit Fort Huachuca, because it's still an active base, but there is a museum there. I've also been to Nogales, Mexico (closer to Tucson) and Aqua Prieta, Mexico, which is closer to Bisbee. I'd recommend Nogales over Aqua Prieta. There are some off the beaten path ghost towns along the way, but you'll have to do some research to find them. I borrowed a book from my brother to find them and I can't remember the name of it. There's not much in the way of shopping in Tucson as far as I'm concerned. You'll do much better with that in Phoenix. As for where to stay, what's your budget and what sort of amenities are you looking for? You'll probably pay higher rates at the resorts at the end of February.

Do not miss the Sonora Desert Museum, outside Tuscon. It is a combination zoo, geology museum, arboretum, aviary -- everything about desert life. Get there early in the morning and take plenty of film. www.desertmuseum.org<BR>Also interesting is the San Xavier mission, close to the highway btw Phoenix and Tuscon. http://emol.org/tucson/sanxavier/<BR>You'll have a wonderful time seing the desert in its early spring colors.

rose,<BR><BR>"Did<BR> you go to any border towns?"<BR><BR>Nogales is not to be missed! You have the luxury of Nogales, AZ.....and a few short steps away....Nogales, Mexico!!!<BR><BR> <BR> <BR><BR>If you have never been to Mexico before, you will really be impressed. Just make sure to either bring a copy of your birth certificate, a passport, or a Tourista Permit.<BR><BR>These documents are necessary to get across the border either way. It might also facilitate getting out of jail in Mexico if necessary.<BR><BR>Buena suerte!!!! (Good luck).<BR><BR>Si!

Are you serious, Si, or was that a strange attempt at sarcasm?<BR>Nogales is/are a dirty little pair of towns without any real redeeming qualities.<BR>If you want cheap trinkets, buy them at the airport.<BR>What about Nogales would make you recommend that someone go out of their way to visit?

End of Feb will be expensive for hotels, try sonoransuites.com<BR>Border towns Phoenix = Jerome, SEDONA (of course, you will investigate & find it a must). Tuscon = Mt Lemon (anywhere), Bisbie (old mining town, cute!) Choices of places? Phoenix cosmopolitan and beautiful people abound. many many many choices of things to do (desert jeep tour, baloon rides, etc) Tuscon = authentic desert, small-town charm, less to do. but I agree you must visit the Sonoran Desert Museum! My mom is from Tuscon, I live in Scottsdale, I love both places for drastically different reasons. When you investigate more, you will find this out. good luck and try getting in a golf game (TPC Desert course and Papago Park are least expensive) as there are over 150 courses here... bring a light sweater as nights can be cool.

Stay FAR away from Nogales (bordering Tucson). We didn't enjoy Tucson, but did stay at a beautiful Sheraton, the El Conquistador. Phoenix/Scottsdale area is a far better choice, especially if you like to golf. The Scottsdale Princess has a great course where they play the Phx Open. There's not much to do in either city, but Tucson does have the Desert Museum, very interesting. Don't waste your time going to Tombstone, unless you have small children. Wyatt Earp must be rolling in his grave!

As someone already mentioned, February will be expensive for Phoenix/Scottsdale, but it is actually considered low season for Sedona, since the temps are cooler there. You can get some good deals if you choose to stay 1 or 2 nights in Sedona, and it's a wonderful place to explore.