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Greater Phoenix enjoys an average temperature of 72° and the sun shines more than 300 days a year. The climate makes outdoor activities, such as desert jeep tours, hot-air ballooning and horseback riding a way of life. Hiking and biking the area’s numerous mountain trails, rock climbing and water skiing in one of Greater Phoenix’s six lakes are popular pastimes for those seeking a heartier experience. Our close proximity to the numerous natural wonders throughout the Southwest USA contributes to the allure of Phoenix.

Here, the golf alone is enough to keep you coming back. Phoenix is one of the world’s top five golf destinations with more than 200 outstanding golf courses. Many notable golf course architects including Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf have designed courses. Regardless of how well you play, you’ll have one of the best rounds of your life.

There are dozens of world-class shopping experiences waiting for you right here in Greater Phoenix. With our fabulous malls, unique boutiques, art galleries, antique shops and outlet centers, the Valley is truly a shopper’s paradise. Whether you prefer to browse indoors or to shop along tree-lined avenues, you’re sure to find something that fits your taste and your budget.

Greater Phoenix’s rich cultural heritage, which can be experienced today at numerous area attractions and museums, is a convergence of Native American, Hispanic and Old West influences. Visitors can experience Native American culture first hand at local archaeological parks and via guided petroglyph walks.

And the allure of the Old West culture that was prevalent in Greater Phoenix in the late 1800s continues to attract visitors. Cowboy culture can be experiences at theme parks and museums, while day trips to Tombstone, Jerome and numerous Arizona ghost towns help visitors uncover the mystique of the Old West.

Greater Phoenix hosts four major league sports teams. Cheer on the Arizona Cardinals (NFL) at Sun Devil Stadium. See the Phoenix Suns (NBA) shine or howl at the Phoenix Coyotes (NHL) in America West Arena. Get your rattlers ready for Diamondbacks (MLB) baseball in the new Bank One Ballpark. Greater Phoenix is also home to The Phoenix Open, Rattlers Arena Football, Mercury basketball (WNBA), the Fiesta Bowl and Arizona State University athletics. NASCAR and Indy-car racing can be found at Phoenix International Raceway and drag racing and drag boat competition at Firebird International Raceway.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is served by 21 airlines which provide nonstop service to Phoenix from 104 cities in the U.S. and around the world.