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Great Escape
A
look at what to do in the major U.S. and worldwide tourist destinations. --
December 4, 2006
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Cool summers, spring flowers, fall colors and great skiing.
With more than 200 restaurants, dozens of inns, affordable accommodations,
unique attractions, colorful night spots combine with small-town charm to make
big-town excitement. Culture, clean air, festivals and forest paths give
Flagstaff year-round enjoyment. Some of the most
beautiful country in the Southwest surrounds you here -- from lush woodlands
to rugged deserts. The Grand Canyon, Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona's red rocks,
Native American reservations and a string of breathtaking national monuments
are all within a short drive. Flagstaff's charm, character and distinctive
appeal are just a few of the reasons that people rave, "they don't make
towns like this anymore!" Median income -- $37,146 Median
house value -- $161,000 For more information visit www.flagstaffarizona.org
or call 1-800-842-7293. |
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| The Top 10 Attractions in
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| Walnut Canyon National
Monument 928-526-3367
Walk in the footsteps of the people that
lived here over 900 years ago. Under the limestone overhangs, the
Sinagua built their homes. See millions of years of history unraveled in
the geology of the rocks. |

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| The Grand Canyon 520-638-7888
One of the seven natural wonders of the
world that no picture can do justice. To hike just to the bottom (and
not back up) takes a full day. Don't forget to reserve accommodations before
you come otherwise you'll have to drive 50 to 70 miles away for a
room. |

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| Coconino National Forest
928-527-3620
The Coconino National Forest is one of
the most diverse national forests in the country with landscapes ranging
from the famous Red Rocks of Sedona to Ponderosa Pine forests to alpine
tundra. |

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| Wupatki National Forest
928-679-2365
The Wupatki pueblo was built in one of
the lowest, warmest, driest places on the Colorado Plateau by 85 to 100
people. See the beauty these settlers left behind. |

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| Sunset Crater Volcano National
Monument 928-526-1157
Sunset Crater is the youngest volcano on
the Colorado Plateau. The volcano's red rim and dark lava flows have
hardened to create a jagged surface. |

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| Arizona Snowbowl 928-779-1951
Enjoy Arizona skiing at its peak.
Snowbowl has a 2,300 feet of vertical drops and 32 trails. The average
snowfall is 260 inches. In the summer, the skyride will show you some
beautiful natural wonders. |

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| The Arboretum at Flagstaff
928-774-1442
Home to one of the largest collections of
high country wildflowers in America. Explore the miles of trails and see
the over 100 species of birds. |

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| Riordan Mansion State Historic
Park 928-779-4395
This Mansion built during the logging
days of 1904, the mansion retains the original furnishings. Added are a
visitor center and a six-acre wooded area. |

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| Historic Downtown Flagstaff
A variety of shops, an array of eating
establishments and the nightlife are awaiting your visit. Check out
Flagstaff's south side to see the city's ethnic roots. |

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| Meteor Crater 800-289-5898
The best preserved meteorite impact site
on Earth! Formed nearly 50,000 years ago, the crater is 550 feet deep,
2.4 miles in circumference and nearly 1 mile across. |

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