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World / North-America / USA / Phoenix

The vast metropolis of Phoenix consists of 20 separate cities, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale and Mesa. At the heart of the dry-as-dust Salt River Valley, surrounded by cactus-studded deserts, Arizona's capital is a popular destination for sun-seeking travellers and a great place to do business.

Currency

US Dollar (USD)

Visa Requirements

Under the new Electronic Travel System (ESTA) visitors must submit an online application form at least 72 hours before departure.

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Weather

Very hot summers with average daytime highs in July of 40°C. Typical daytime temperatures of 19-24°C make Nov-Mar the most popular season to visit. Rainfall is minimal year-round

Dialling Code

00 1

Electricity

110V (Standard American two-pin plug)

Health and Safety

Healthcare in the USA is high quality but expensive making comprehensive travel and medical insurance cover essential.

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Healthcare in the USA is high quality but expensive making comprehensive travel and medical insurance cover essential.

Flights to Phoenix arrive at Sky Harbor International Airport, situated three miles east of downtown. Taxis to downtown Phoenix cost around $12, and taxis to Scottsdale cost around $25. Super Shuttle and the new Light Rail system operate a limited downtown service for just $1.25. As the metropolitan area is so enormous, it's worth considering renting a car.

The Heard Museum

The Heard Museum: This fascinating gallery showcases the cultures and lifestyles of the Southwest's Native American peoples. It displays beautiful ceramics produced by the region's ancient inhabitants, and illustrates the continuing traditions of the Navajo and Hopi tribes of northern Arizona.

Desert Botanical Garden

Phoenix Art Museum: As well as wonderful Western-themed paintings and sculptures ranging from Georgia O'Keeffe to David Hockney, this huge gallery hosts large-scale exhibitions of art from all over the world.

Taliesin West

Desert Botanical Garden: Get to grips with the harsh desert environment of the so-called Valley of the Sun on a tour of these fascinating gardens. Among the extraordinary cactuses and succulents, you'll also find fabulous displays of hummingbirds and butterflies.

Quick Lunch - Cibo Restaurant

Not quite what you'd expect of downtown Phoenix, Cibo Restaurant serves delicious sandwiches with freshly-made saltimbocca bread, and great salads, on the patio of an attractive century-old house.

Top Table - Binkley's

Regularly acclaimed as Phoenix's best restaurant, Binkley's offers an irresistible take on traditional French and contemporary American cuisine.

Cheap Eat - Vincent's Market Bistro

Adjoining a busy farmers' market, and the same owner's more upscale fine-dining restaurant, Vincent's Market Bistro is an inexpensive but very good bistro/deli, with a small patio, which serves French-style salads and omelettes for lunch, and varied specials for dinner.

On Business - Tempe Mission Palms Hotel

Close to the shops, bars and restaurants of Tempe's Mill Avenue neighbourhood, the very comfortable Tempe Mission Palms Hotel features free Wi-Fi and a business centre, plus a rooftop pool and hot tubs.
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Lap Of Luxury - Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale

The Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North is a glorious desert haven, overlooking the entire valley from the hills of northern Scottsdale. Creature comforts include a stunning pool complex, a top-class restaurant and great spa facilities. Two great golf courses are also nearby.
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Cheap Sleep - Hyatt Place Tempe hotel

: Handy for both the airport and downtown Tempe - and connected to both by free shuttles - the smart, modern Hyatt Place Tempe hotel offers upscale facilities at surprisingly affordable prices.
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Coffee And Chat - Drip Coffee Lounge

Head for the Drip Coffee Lounge (2325 N Seventh St, 00 1 602 795 9905), a stylish, hip downtown coffee bar just east of the Heard Museum.

Formal Presentation - Sheraton Phoenix Downtown

Arizona's largest hotel, the new, thousand-room Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (340 North Third St, Phoenix, 00 1 602 262 2500) stands alongside the Convention Center, and offers 16 state-of-the-art meeting rooms.

Evening Drinks - Roosevelt Tavern

Set in a restored downtown house, the lively Roosevelt Tavern (816 N Third St, Phoenix, 00 1 602 254 2561) serves great bar food, and a wide range of speciality beers.

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