Things to do in Phoenix
Jun 17, 2007 | 3:38 pm
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Things to do in Phoenix
Hey all...
Thinking of taking a road trip to Phoenix/Scottsdale area... since we have a place up there.
The last time I was in PHX, we went to the science museum, the "fashion district" or whatever that mall is called, and ate alot of really good food.
What are other some fun things the under 21 crowd can do while we are there?
Thinking of taking a road trip to Phoenix/Scottsdale area... since we have a place up there.
The last time I was in PHX, we went to the science museum, the "fashion district" or whatever that mall is called, and ate alot of really good food.
What are other some fun things the under 21 crowd can do while we are there?
Jun 21, 2007 | 1:24 pm
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When the sun goes down drive out to the north Scottsdale area to a place called Greasewood Flats. Out there you can eat a great burger, drink a cold beer, do the desert two step and listen to some good o'le honky tonk music.
http://www.greasewoodflat.net/
http://www.greasewoodflat.net/
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Jun 21, 2007 | 10:37 pm
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Hey all...
Thinking of taking a road trip to Phoenix/Scottsdale area... since we have a place up there.
The last time I was in PHX, we went to the science museum, the "fashion district" or whatever that mall is called, and ate alot of really good food.
What are other some fun things the under 21 crowd can do while we are there?
Thinking of taking a road trip to Phoenix/Scottsdale area... since we have a place up there.
The last time I was in PHX, we went to the science museum, the "fashion district" or whatever that mall is called, and ate alot of really good food.
What are other some fun things the under 21 crowd can do while we are there?
Hiking comes to mind. If you're in good shape, then try Pinnacle Peak which is rated "moderate." There are other, tougher trails. The Desert Botanical Garden is an easy hike.
Horseback riding is also possible. I like to ride in the Tonto National Forest.
Jun 22, 2007 | 2:06 am
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Jun 23, 2007 | 10:26 pm
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If you do this tour, I recommend taking the first tour of the day due to the heat (or I believe I saw something about an evening tour, which was not available when I visited recently).
Jun 23, 2007 | 11:33 pm
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Here are two handy references:
arizonaguide.com and azcentral.com
Since it is a bit toasty, most people head up north to escape the heat. Don't know if you are tied to Scottsdale area (though it sounds like you are based on accommodations). Going under that assumption, here is what I recommend:
-Day trip to Sedona (Slide Rock State Park)
-Visit one of the City of Chandler Water parks
-Try Big Surf in Scottsdale
-Scottsdale does have a drive-in (McKellips and Hayden), which might be fun if it is not too hot for you (even at nite it could easily be 100 deg. F at 10PM)
arizonaguide.com and azcentral.com
Since it is a bit toasty, most people head up north to escape the heat. Don't know if you are tied to Scottsdale area (though it sounds like you are based on accommodations). Going under that assumption, here is what I recommend:
-Day trip to Sedona (Slide Rock State Park)
-Visit one of the City of Chandler Water parks
-Try Big Surf in Scottsdale
-Scottsdale does have a drive-in (McKellips and Hayden), which might be fun if it is not too hot for you (even at nite it could easily be 100 deg. F at 10PM)
Jun 24, 2007 | 5:29 pm
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Please don't go hiking. During this time of year our news channels are always filled with reports of our rescue services having to pluck some tourist off some mountain. It's amazing how a bottle of Dasani makes people feel invincible.
Jun 26, 2007 | 3:35 pm
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Pinnacle Peak is hardly a mountain. Not being able to "hike" the Desert Botannical Garden (and yes, the convention and visitors bureau classifies this as a "hike," albeit an easy one) regardless of the temperature, would indicate that one is in poor physical condition.
By the way, if it is so dangerous, then why are these trails OPEN during the heat?
Jun 27, 2007 | 4:07 pm
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Four Peaks? Whats the name of that little peak in the middle of PHX, Scotsdale and Tempe? Great hike. I did at 10 AM in August, a little hot, but it should be manageable to do it earlier.
Jun 27, 2007 | 4:47 pm
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Camelback mountain is probably the most famous, in the east part of Phx/PV/Sct. There is a bit of a hill over by the Phx Zoo which almost straddles all three cities
Oct 28, 2007 | 7:42 am
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I am staying for 5 days in Phoenix, and I will arrive there in 2 weeks. What things must be seen in Phoenix?
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I will be staying from Nov 10-15 - any special events taking place in Phoenix at that time?
What are the best shopping malls, or shopping areas?
Is there a good factory clearance/discount mall?