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S.P.O.R.T.S. 2012
Moderate weather and a scenic, diverse landscape are just two of Arizona's many attractions, according to state officials. "No matter what month it is in Arizona, we have great weather in some part of the state, so sports enthusiasts can find great weather year-round," said Marjorie Magnusson, public rela- tions manager and calendar editor for the Arizona Office of Tourism. "But sunny, blue skies and a temperate climate are not the only draws. If someone is coming to Arizona, we can fill their additional time with a multitude of other activities,
What's Going On…
Phoenix The country's sixth largest city, Phoenix is situated in central Arizona and boasts an annual average temperature of 72 degrees, more than 300 days of sunshine and one of the busiest airports in the nation, Sky Harbor. Greater Phoenix, located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, includes cities such as Chandler, Glendale, Scottsdale and Tempe, and typical- ly hosts all sorts of events, from golf tournaments and volley- ball championships to the
Super Bowl. Since 2009, the Phoenix Regional Sports Commission has been responsible for 240 event days producing more than $115 million in direct visitor spending. Hotel rooms: 60,000+ in the greater metro area Hotel tax: 13.27 percent in Phoenix Major reno project: Currently under way is the $42.8 million
expansion of the Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center at WestWorld in nearby Scottsdale. When complete, the more than 300,000- square-foot, air-conditioned facility will accommodate horse shows, auto auctions, trade shows and other events year-
BRING THE KIDS!
A WILD ADVENTURE! The 125-acre Phoenix Zoo has been voted one of the nation's top five zoos for kids. The Zoo is home to approximately 1,200 animals and has 2.5 miles of walking trails. www.phoenixzoo.org
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from side trips to the Grand Canyon or the red rocks of Sedona to the towering Saguaro cacti in southern Arizona's Sonoran Desert or the mountain tops of Arizona's White Mountains."
In addition, Arizona boasts more than 300 golf courses,
perfect terrain for hiking, biking and running, water sports activities and a plethora of indoor and outdoor sports facili- ties. All added up, these factors make the Grand Canyon State a can't-resist sports destination.
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