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The myth of the wild west is still strong in Arizona.  There are still vast areas of beautiful desert, and horizons that seem to go on forever.  Even in the city, the skyline is low enough that there is a sense of expansiveness extending to every corner of the world.  It’s in the middle of the southwest, and close enough to México that it has a strong cultural influence coming and going in both directions.  History here is very deep, and very complicated, but fascinating for visitors who are wanting to know more about the region.  Phoenix is one of the largest cities in the U.S., and offers an amazing array of attractions for visitors, and it’s also within driving distance of some of the most beautiful areas on the planet.  For visitors looking for a splendid time in splendid luxury hotels, Arizona has something special to offer.

We’ve carefully selected our hotels for their excellence in service and style, offering a warm local hospitality with the panache of global sensibility.  After a lovely night and a fantastic meal, it’s the perfect time to see what Arizona has to offer you.  For those who are curious about the history here, an excellent place to begin is the Heard Museum.  Now with three locations, in Phoenix, Surprise, and Scottsdale, this is one of the most famous museums in the world with a focus on Native American art.  With a splendid permanent collection, as well as a constant flow of new exhibitions by some of the most important artists working in the world today, it is well worth a visit.

There are also some other extraordinary events here, apart from its art collections.  There are annual events, such as Hoop Dance competitions, Native markets, and exhibitions that invite public participation, as well as occasional new attractions that make it a fantastic place to bring children.  It has one of the best bookstores for Native arts in the Southwest, the U.S., and the Americas, with a range of art books and criticism focusing on postcolonial art movements.  There are also lectures and special events, sponsored by such groups as the American Indian Policy Institute, and even at times some edgier programming, bringing in iconoclast artists like Guillermo Gomez-Peña to give performances that explore themes of postmodernity and digital culture.

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