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Be adventurous. Come to a place where your wishes may be as boundless as the Grand Canyon .

Phoenix can fulfill every desire, from basking in luxury and elegance to discovering colourful Old West and Native American history.

Arizona is officially the home state of one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon ! And Phoenix , its' state capital and largest city, boasts countless reasons for discriminating travellers to visit, including several of the best destination resorts in the United States . This big city with small town character is the fifth largest city in the US , with 3.4 million residents, but still maintains a friendly, down-to-earth atmosphere. The Greater Phoenix area is comprised of Phoenix itself and a few other equally remarkable cities: Scottsdale , Tempe , Glendale , and Mesa , among others, where you'll find many of the attractions perfect for your enjoyment.

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The Greater Phoenix area is such an exciting place to visit and is also an excellent starting point for some phenomenal day or multiple-day trips beyond the city limits.

If playing outdoors is your idea of heaven, the Arizona climate and choice of diversions will definitely give you the opportunity for plenty of fun in the Valley of the Sun:

Greater Phoenix is home to more than 200 spectacular golf courses. Most are public and semi-private, and many are championship caliber;
Are water sports your thing? Seven large lakes within a short drive of Phoenix each have houseboat rentals, tubing, pontoons and sport boat rentals;
Tennis clubs and public courts are quite common in Phoenix as tennis can be played year round;
Dude Ranching - try your hand and true cowboy activities like horseback riding, hiking, cattle penning, trap and skeet shooting, wagon rides and cookouts on an authentic dude ranch.

The Grand Canyon is an awesome spectacle to behold, even if you just want to sit still and take it all in. Although with loads of activities to choose from too, you'll never be bored:

White water rafting,
Hiking/backpacking,
The Grand Canyon Railway,
Biking,
Fishing,
Horseback riding and mule rides,
Helicopter and air tours,
Hot air balloon rides,
Jeep and Hummer tours.

It's unlikely, but if those options don't tempt the thrill seeker in you, you've got to check out the view from the Grand Canyon Skywalk Glass Bridge at Grand Canyon West's Eagle Point!

Interested in doing some camping while you're here? There aren't any hotels or motels located in the park, however campground facilities are offered.

Developed campsites (those which can be reached by vehicles) may be reserved in advance, which is strongly recommended.
Unreserved sites are on a first come, first serve basis and are typically backcountry sites. Backcountry camping requires a permit.
All camping fees are on top of park entrance fees.

If your family still wants more, children of all ages will enjoy these superb fun-spots:

Participate in hands-on activities at the Heard Museum ;
Discover science and technology at the Arizona Science Center ;
Take in a performance at one of the children's theaters: Childsplay or Valley Youth Theatre;
Be one with the animals at The Phoenix Zoo;
Wander through The Desert Botanical Garden ;
Check out Big Surf, America 's original water park, a 20-acre desert oasis with a Polynesian theme, Enchanted Island Amusement Park , or WaterWorld Safari for cool fun on hot days
Feel the need for speed at F1 Race Factory Go-Karts;
See exotic animals up close at the Wildlife World Zoo.

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Phoenix has oodles of shopping options; so many that you won't able to get to them all in just one holiday. Isn't that the perfect excuse to come back often?

Check out some of the most upscale and incredible malls in the U.S.:

Scottsdale Fashion Square in Scottsdale ,
Arizona Mils Mall in Tempe ,
Biltmore Fashion park in Phoenix ;

Stunning and exclusive boutique shopping in Old Scottsdale;
Ample and stylish Outlet shopping;
Funky finds and delectable eats at the Downtown Phoenix Market.

You can really paint the town here in Phoenix , and the next day, replenish your body and soul with rejuvenating treatments. Then repeat! Even if you like to take it easy on the revelry or you had the tension before you came on holiday, you won't want to miss trying out the spas and nightlife in abundance, to keep you refreshed and entertained!

25 full service spas in resorts or private day facilities in the area offering treatments including warm-stone therapies, aloe vera body wraps, Sonoran Desert aromatherapy exfoliations and more;
As the desert becomes cooler when the sun goes down, Phoenix nightlife really heats up; choose from dance clubs, comedy clubs, live music and blues lounges for a fantastic evening of fun;
Feeling lucky? Take a chance in one of Phoenix 's fabulous casinos. Here's few worth mentioning: Fort McDowell, Gila River or Harrah's Phoenix Ak-Chin Casino and Resort;
When you're ready to eat, you're sure to find something which satisfies, no matter what your hunger; upscale elegant dining to exotic tastes from faraway lands, enticing flavours indigenous to the Southwest to comfy coffee and tea houses.

Come ready for a good time as the Greater Phoenix area hosts fabulous events throughout the year:

ARTFEST Scottsdale Outdoor Art Show - March

Over 200 contemporary artists present in an open air art gallery including sculpture, watercolor, oil, printmaking, bronze, acrylic, fiber, furniture, fashion, and jewelry, along with international foods;

West of Western Culinary Festival, March

Top-rated chefs from the area show off their most impressive dishes in cooking demonstrations during of the two-day event;

Glendale Jazz & Blues Festival, April

First-rate jazz and blues music; thousands of folks make their way, chair or blanket in tow, to catch the soulful sounds of local performers;

Phoenix Theatre New Works Festival, July - August

Playwrights workshop new plays and test how they perform on stage before revising, reconsidering, and completing them;

Arizona State Fair, October - November

Midway rides and games, rodeo competitions, agriculture and livestock exhibits, and cooking and eating contests;

Las Noches de las Luminarias, December

The Desert Botanical Gardens glow with candlelight during this famous winter event. Musicians perform throughout the evening, and light refreshments are served.

Sounds like a lot of fun, doesn't it? Not quite ready to book? Keep reading!

What type of accommodations you'll find:

Phoenix's reputation of being a prestigious and exclusive getaway lends an air of sophistication and refinement to a place whose history was once so rough and tumble. Choose from luxurious five star hotels and sumptuous resorts or from a terrific selection of hotels which are comfortable and easy on the budget. If you want to immerse yourself in the Wild West culture, you can saddle up the family and check into a bunkhouse at a rustic dude ranch .

With over 55,000 guestrooms that offer deluxe amenities and modern meeting facilities.

Brand name and chain hotels, such as WestJet's Hotel Partners, the InterContinental Hotels Group , can be found in the area and booked through WestJet.com.

Thinking about booking a package? Visit WestJetVacations.com for flight and hotel package deals.

Whether you need a remarkable location for conventions , motivational team-building events or a get together with family and friends, the Greater Phoenix area offers top quality amenities and services at a variety of venues. For your next occasion, consider:

The Phoenix Convention Center,
The Mesa Convention Center,
The Venue of Scottsdale,
One of the many hotels and resorts with meeting rooms and catering services on site,
A unique and special setting like the Phoenix Zoo, Phoenix Symphony Hall, Phoenix Greyhound Park , the Wrigley Mansion or the Gardens at Boojum Tree,
Be sure to contact WestJet's conventions desk to coordinate travel for your conference delegates .

Travelling with an avid sports fan? Or what a great way to entertain clients or host an exceptional team-building experience! Phoenix is the perfect place to catch professional sports events - incredible arenas and stadiums, and all leagues and levels of play to choose from:

At Cardinals Stadium watch NFL football where you can cheer on the home team, The Arizona Cardinals; or The Fiesta Bowl, a College Bowl Championship Series played here annually. Get in on a once in a lifetime experience; Super Bowl XLII is being hosted here on February 3, 2008;
Chase Field, one of the most recognizable landmarks in Major League Baseball, for its natural grass in a domed facility and retractable roof, is home to The Arizona Diamondbacks;
Be sure to check out The US Airways Center for basketball, where The Phoenix Suns of the NBA and Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA rule the courts; for hockey where The Phoenix Coyotes of the NHL, Phoenix Roadrunners junior hockey of the ECHL own the ice; and Arizona Rattlers from the Arena Football League all play at various times of the year;
The Phoenix International Raceway is the right place for adrenaline junkies, check out a NASCAR race when you're in town.

With all of these amenities in downtown Phoenix it makes sense why this is referred to as the s ports hub of the Valley of the Sun.

Arizona's roots lay in the cultures of the Native American Indians, including Ak-Chin Indian Community, Colorado River Indian Tribes, Navajo Nation, San Carlos Apache Tribe, Tonto Apache Tribe and White Mountain Apache Tribe to name a few. This combined with contributions from the Spanish who made what is now Arizona a Spanish province in 1821 gives Phoenix its' Southwestern flair, with a rich Native flavour. Be sure to visit one f the many museums or archaeological sites in the area.

Another cultural identity to experience is the Wild West; drive the Apache Trail through the Superstition Mountains and e xplore historic gold mining towns where the ghosts of the Old West still roam through towns like Goldfield, or visit Tortilla Flats where you can try "Killer Chilli" and half pound Cowboy burgers. Head South at Apache Junction towards Tucson and you won't be far from legendary Tombstone, "The Town too Tough to die".

Looking for the best mode of transport to see and do all of the things you have planned? You will find getting around easy in Phoenix :

To get yourself from place to place by car, rent from one of our Car Rental Partners: Budget Rent a Car or National Car Rental through WestJet.com.
The Valley Metro bus system services the Greater Phoenix extends to all areas of the city, and the free Copper Square DASH (Downtown Area Shuttle), has efficient and handy service to points such as US Airways Center, Chase Field , the State Capitol building, museums , and other downtown facilities,
Try a Pedicab - which bike you to and from parking and around Downtown Phoenix for sporting events , performing arts and nightlife,
In 2009, Sky Harbor International Airport will be linked to Downtown Phoenix, Tempe and other high-activity areas by the projected METRO Light Rail system.