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The hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains full of diverse wildlife make this national park one of the country’s most picturesque.

With its mission of being universally interesting, this museum is popular for learning and being inspirational. Visit it in a building that has history itself.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.

Discover the geological wonders of North America’s hottest and lowest national park, packed with raw, wild and untouched landscapes ripe for exploring.

Visit the famous Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture and explore the oddly thoughtful works of abstract art in this top-class museum.

Make it to the “hump” of Phoenix’s highest point for amazing views across the Valley of the Sun.

Listen to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in this concert hall recognized as an internationally renowned architectural landmark.

In a city associated with stars, it is perhaps appropriate that this observatory is one of LA’s most popular attractions, with a focus on our fascinating universe.

Landscapes collide with mesmerizing effect as rugged mountains and some of the largest sand dunes in North America converge.