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Great Escape
A look at what to do in the major U.S. and
worldwide tourist destinations. -- March 6, 2006
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Cool summers, spring flowers, fall colors and great skiing.
Culture, clean air, festivals and forest paths provides Flagstaff with
year-round enjoyment. More than 200 restaurants, dozens of inns, affordable
accommodations, unique attractions and colorful night spots all combine with
small-town to make big-town excitement.
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
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| The Top 10
Attractions in Flagstaff |
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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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| 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 Forest to alpine
tundra. |
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| Wupatki National Monument 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
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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
over the 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 await 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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| The Grand Canyon 520-638-7888
One of the seven natural wonders of the world
that no picture can do justice. To just hike 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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