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The night sky over the bay lights up during Florida's best Fourth of July firework display, surpassing even Disney's evening explosive spectacles.
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Prepare to see something wild and unexpected in this Arizona canyon, where a surprising tree defies the odds in the harsh and dry environment.
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Celebrate the nation's birthday with a city that sets off one of the nation's best fireworks displays, a spectacle that not even the Big Apple can replicate.
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If you're looking for a real challenge but aren't quite up for a thru-hike, this massive Arizona trail just might provide the hiking experience you need.
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The Friday night lights shine bright in this very friendly, sports-loving Arizona town, which serves as a gateway to stunning white mountains.
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This 675-mile loop trail is a destination for many adventures, both the rugged and the historic. This trail takes you through incredible scenery and towns.
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Enjoy the best of northern Arizona at this charming picnic area offering scenic hiking trails with canyon views and a sparkling creek for swimming and fishing.
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This beautiful vineyard in an artsy, small town in Arizona looks like the Italian countryside and offers food and tastings from a rock musican turned vintner.
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The waters of Lake Minnetonka can be intimidating, but this crystal-clear swim pond offers a more casual spot to lay out, complete with sandy beaches.
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Arizona is well-known for its scenic beauty, and attractions like the Grand Canyon, but this overlooked arch offers a different natural wonder.
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If retirement is on the horizon, it may be time to consider settling down in this quaint and scenic California town that sits adjacent to national parks.
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Escape the Arizona heat at this mountain town surrounded by nature. Explore hiking trails with elk and bighorn sheep or glimpse the past at historic lodges.
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An Arizona city that shares a border and a name with its sister city in Mexico is an artistic, cultural, and culinary experience you won't want to miss.
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Looking to go national park hopping on your Southwest adventure? Make this Arizona desert town your base to explore the Grand Canyon and Utah's Mighty Five.
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Stay amidst history in a Colorado town that owes its existence to the gold rush and take advantage of off-the-grid entertainment and historical train.
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There's a valley hidden within the majestic Grand Canyon that can fill your day with zip-lining thrills and scenic views you won't soon forget.
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This epic multi-day bike route sandwiched between Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks offers the best of Utah's landscapes with modern huts to rest your head.
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Don't get caught up in the crowds of Antelope Canyon and instead enjoy some peace at an alternate section that offers a more personal experience.
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Take this less-traveled road to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Camp alongside the Colorado River while admiring stunning mountain views and desert landscapes.
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For an affordable, family-friendly vacation among the red rock canyons of Arizona and Utah, check out this beautiful lake and recreation area.
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Fans of John Ford's Westerns should head to this breathtaking red rock tourist attraction that one site calls an "iconic symbol of the Southwestern USA."
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Once this resort opens in Arizona, expect to find luxury balcony rooms, decked-out pools, entertainment, family-friendly attractions, and more on the property.
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Outside of Phoenix sits an underrated and overlooked town that delights with its palm-lined streets, quaint charm, outdoor activities, and love of baseball.
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Arizona is notoriously warm and sunny, so why not visit the Phoenix area's canals to cool off for a bit? Here's what you need to know going in.
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A thrilling waterpark and surfing destination in Texas also lays claim to the longest lazy river in the world, where you can kick back and relax with a beer.
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At a remote gorge in the Salome Wilderness in Arizona, experience cliff-jumping into brisk, cold water and some truly challenging hiking trails.
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A former company town in Indiana dating to 1913 is slowly being abandoned. Stop by to see the Tudor Revival architecture and sidewalk parking before it's gone.
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