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AAA_USA_2013_01-16__ 6/20/13 5:12 PM Page 16 TUCSON 0 miles 0 km 77 1/2 Catalina State Park 1/2 Tangerine Rd. Mount Lemmon Ski Valley W. Lambert Ln. 4 W. Lambert Ln. Coronado National Forest O RO W. Ove r t on VA LLEY Rd. Sa nta Cru zR 77 . K I NO W. Ina Rd. W. Orange Grove Rd. O ra c l e Rd . Tucson is a destination whose charm extends above the horizon, sitting in a valley that's surrounded by four mountain R I LLI TO ranges. The Santa Catalina Mountains' cool air is a refreshing respite, and its 150 miles of scenic hiking trails take you from 10 cactus-lined passes to pine forests and lakes high above. This mountain range's Sabino Canyon is quite popular, where you can swim in clear pools and walk where ancient irrigation dams flowed and mammoths roamed. E. Ina Rd. 2 3 Sunset Rd. Sunrise Dr. SOUTH 19 T U C S O N P JW MARRIOTT STARR PASS RESORT & SPA ***** Cradled in the Tucson Mountains in historic Starr Pass, this resort is surrounded by views of mountains, desert landscape and Tucson's city lights. Its guestrooms offer southwestern interiors with private patios or balconies. Hotel features include a Hashani Spa, 27-hole golf course, hiking trails and four sparkling pools, including a new lazy river and waterslide. AAA Four Diamond. 2 THE WESTIN LA PALOMA RESORT & SPA ***** This resort, nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, offers 487 guestrooms and suites. Amenities include a 27-hole golf course, a Red Door Spa, a tennis and health center, seven restaurants, five pools, swim-up bar, waterfall, 177-foot waterslide, car rental, florist, concierge and the Westin Kids Club Discovery Room. AAA Four Diamond. 3 LOEWS VENTANA CANYON RESORT **** H Loews Ventana Canyon Resort is nestled on 100 acres in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. This resort features 398 guestrooms, including 26 suites, plus five restaurants and lounges, two 18-hole golf courses, a full-service spa and salon, eight tennis courts and a full array of recreational and outdoor activities. AAA Four Diamond. 16 HILTON TUCSON EL CONQUISTADOR GOLF & TENNIS RESORT **** Located in the foothills of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains, this hidden gem offers spacious accommodations, 45 holes of championship golf, a variety of dining options, fitness center, tennis, spa delights, sparkling pools, and the Conquistador Country Club. The magnificent granite cliffs of Pusch Ridge rise directly behind the resort, providing an atmosphere of rest and rejuvenation. AAA Four Diamond. Tucson E. Broadway E. 22nd St. 10 S. Wilmot Rd. W. 22nd St. 1 4 E. Speedway TUCSON 1 W. Ajo Way E. Grant Rd. N. Craycroft Rd. W. S p e e dway N. Swan Rd. 77 . 6th Ave. . s Rd Tucson's aesthetic beauty is matched by its vibrant as at es Tucson community and youthful culture. Tucson's main attraction is G Mountain OLD TUC the Mission San Xavier del Bac, one of the premier examplesS O N K County Park inn ey of Mexican folk architecture. Another popular destination is Rd . the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, both a museum and a zoo thanks to its extensive collection of desert animals. There is no better way to view Tucson's clear skies than from the Kitt Peak National Observatory, the world's largest observatory. r Rd Campbell Ave. ArizonaSonora Desert Museum artistic R i ve N. 1st Ave. J AY N E S Mount Lemmon in the Coronado National Forest is a de Cerro E l C a mi n o mountain oasis that offers a bird's-eye view of Tucson, and Saguaro W. Roger Rd. a temperate climate because of its altitude. In fact, Mount National 10 Monument Lemmon is a popular for skiing in winter months, though its (West) W. Grant Rd. ski lifts run all year round revealing the gorgeous landscape. Golf Links Rd. Escalante Rd.

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