Experience AZ

Cool Down With Summer Concerts at the MIM

Hannah Hayes — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:52:13 +0000

Arizona’s crisp Spring weather has a shorter shelf life than milk but its treasures of the air-conditioned variety are some of the best in the country. While we would enjoy laying poolside without the danger of heat stroke or playing catch at the park without passing out, there’s really nothing better than a relaxing summer ... [Continue Reading]

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Five AZ Restaurants Take the Cake on Outdoor Dining

Hannah Hayes — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:34:40 +0000

Triple-digit temperatures aside, Arizona boasts some of the most delightfully fresh fall, winter and spring days in the country. Visitors find that so many Arizona residents are here because of our pleasant, consistent sunshine, multifaceted landscapes and generally warm, predictable weather. While air conditioning does become man’s best friend come July, not many other states ... [Continue Reading]

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Experience AZ: Spring-Summer 2013

Experience AZ — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:08:00 +0000

ARIZONA PACKS ADVENTURES FOR EVERYONE, EVERY DAY Ten years after moving to Arizona from upstate New York, people still ask me what I like the most about living in the Grand Canyon state. My answer is always the same: “I haven’t had to shovel snow once since I moved here.” But if I lived a couple hours ... [Continue Reading]

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Scottsdale Beat the Heat to Challenge Runners on Hottest Day of the Year

Kimberly Gunning — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:52:15 +0000

Scottsdale Beat the Heat 11.22k and 5k is scheduled to run on June 22 at 2:47 p.m., in commemoration of the hottest recorded temperature in the Valley, set in 1990. June 26, 1990, the thermometers hit 122 degrees in the Valley. Flights out of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airports were canceled, the city’s buses stopped ... [Continue Reading]

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Valley Kentucky Derby Party at Turf Paradise

Experience AZ — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 20:11:34 +0000

The biggest and best Kentucky Derby party in Arizona is at Turf Paradise, Arizona’s home for thoroughbred racing. Enjoy “the greatest two minutes in sports” with mint juleps, ladies in bonnets and sundresses, and guys in their Kentucky-Gent finery. In addition to watching the simulcast from Kentucky, the day also features a full card of ... [Continue Reading]

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Z’Tejas to Open New Phoenix Location

Experience AZ — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 23:55:37 +0000

On the heels of celebrating their 20 anniversary in Arizona, Scottsdale-based Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill is announcing the opening of their fifth Valley location in central Phoenix. Located at 16th Street and Bethany Home Road, this ground-up project will open to the public April 22, 2013. “This location is a sign of perseverance and support from ... [Continue Reading]

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Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak’s ‘Summer of Imagination’ Offers Themed Family Fun

Kimberly Gunning — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 22:29:54 +0000

The River Ranch at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort will be transformed for a ‘Summer of Imagination’ May 28 through August 31. Families are invited to enjoy complimentary themed activities throughout each month. “Our River Ranch is already known as a great family destination, but this summer, we are taking things to the next level,” ... [Continue Reading]

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Take a Seat at the Newly Named Tempe’s Front Porch Opening April 4

Experience AZ — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 22:15:18 +0000

After much anticipation, several months of construction and more than 300 creative patio name submissions the corner of Rio Salado Parkway and Mill Avenue is proud to welcome Tempe’s Front Porch on April 4. A call went out to the community in January to find the coolest, hippest name for the new urban patio concept ... [Continue Reading]

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Celebrate Summer With Latest Series From Musical Instrument Museum

Huan Vo — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:27:46 +0000

With summer fast approaching, Musical Instrument Museum celebrates the season with a series that brings big names such as iconic hipster Rickie Lee Jones and folk singer Tom Rush to the Valley. The museum will also put the spotlight on the culture of India with live music and exhibit talks that guarantee a good time ... [Continue Reading]

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Arizona Offroad Tours Launches in Arizona

Huan Vo — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:34:30 +0000

Arizona Offroad Tours offers a whole new way to explore the heart of Arizona by giving guests the freedom to drive their own ATV in Verde Valley starting April 1. The guided tours depart from Camp Verde, and guests have the choice to ride solo or ride with a companion on an ATV to take ... [Continue Reading]

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