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EXPLORE

EXPLORE Destinations TALKING STICK ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT— This area includes destinations such as Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Octane Raceway, Topgolf Scottsdale, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick; The Pavilions at Talking Stick shopping area; Talking Stick Resort and Great Wolf Lodge; and so many other ways to play, stay, shop, and eat. 9120 E. Talking Stick Way, Ste. E-10, 480.362.2700; ww.talkingstickarizona.com Valley Map L19

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BIOSPHERE 2—Tour Biosphere 2, one of the world’s most unique facilities dedicated to the research and understanding of global scientific issues. 32540 S. Biosphere Road, Oracle, 520.838.6200. www.biosphere2.org Arizona Map T10 KARTCHNER CAVERNS STATE PARK—This massive cave system was discovered in 1974. Tour routes are paved and narrow but handicap-accessible; time-specific reservations are advised. 2980 S. Highway 90, Benson, 520.586.2283. www.azstate parks.com Arizona Map W11 LOWELL OBSERVATORY—At Lowell Observatory, history and science come together. A family-friendly venue, Lowell Observatory allows guests to explore the history of the universe, as well as modern science research. Also, the observatory where Pluto was discovered. 1400 W. Mars Hills Road, Flagstaff, 928.774.3358. www.lowell.edu Arizona Map J8 TLAQUEPAQUE ARTS & CRAFTS VILLAGE—This charming Mexican village-style center is filled with art galleries, nature-inspired boutiques, and both patio and fine dining. 336 State Route 179, Sedona. For additional shopping and dining, visit Tlaquepaque North, 928.282.4838. www.tlaq.com Arizona Map K9 TOMBSTONE—This Old West town is the site of the legendary gunfight at the O.K. Corral. Ideal stop en route to Bisbee. From Phoenix: Interstate 10 east to Highway 80 east, approximately 3 hours. www.tombstonechamber. com Arizona Map X12 TUCSON—Home to the University of Arizona, Pima Air and Space Museum, Mt. Lemmon, Sabino Canyon and Mission San Xavier. From Phoenix: I-10 east (south), approximately 90 minutes. Arizona Map V10

Tours/Transportation HOT AIR EXPEDITIONS— Hot air balloon flights over the desert. 480.502.6999 or 800.831.7610. www.hotairexpeditions.com RAINBOW RYDERS—Daily hot air balloon flights above Phoenix and Scottsdale. 1.800.725.2477. www.rainbowryders.com SEDONA AIR TOURS—Tour Sedona or the Grand Canyon by helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft. 1225 Airport Road, Sedona, 928.204.5939. www.sedonaairtours.com THE DOLLY STEAMBOAT—Double-decker sternwheeler offering narrated nature and catered dinner cruises. 16802 AZ-88, Tortilla Flat, 480.827.9144. www.dollysteamboat.com Valley Map M30

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