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From Tucson to San Fran in a Snap - United Airlines recently opened a daily non-stop flight between Tucson and San Francisco making the a business or pleasure commute between the two cities hassle free. Leisure travelers looking to swap tortillas and sourdough are celebrating, too. More information can be found at http://www.AirTucson.com
Super Shopping Perks - Park Place and Tucson Mall offer Premier Passport and Club Estrellas (for Spanish-speaking guests) shopping and dining incentive program for visitors. The programs provide discounts, gifts, and visitor amenities for travelers offered by participating retailers and restaurants. Visitors may receive a free packet at either mall's customer service center by presenting a Premier Passport, Club Estrellas voucher, rack card or simply by presenting their out of state drivers license. Premier Passports and Club Estrellas vouchers may be printed from www.AmericasShoppingPlaces.com.
El Tour de Tucson Right Around the Bend - On November 19, Floyd Landis will inspire riders in the Old Pueblo's infamous 109 mile cycling event, El Tour de Tucson. Formerly a Lance Armstrong teammate, Landis is the 2005 Tour de France 9th place finisher. For more information on the Tour de Tucson event, go to http://www.pbaa.com.
Girlfriends, Leave City Life Behind - Cowgirl Camp is a four-day getaway for women at the historic Lazy K Bar Ranch - a 160-acre retreat in the Tucson Mountains. Guests learn to ride and participate in an All-Girl Rodeo, with authentic events, like barrel racing and team penning October through April.
New Year's Competition Powwow - Native American dancers from over 50 tribes participate and compete at this amazing event. Enjoy authentic handmade crafts, children's activities, traditional Indian foods, birds of prey exhibit, singing and drum contests, Indian information booth with brochures, flyers, maps, and powwow schedules for the next year. All activities are held outside at Rillito Raceway Park Dec. 31-Jan. 2. Visit http://www.pbaa.com for more information.
Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase - This isn't the last you'll hear of the 52nd annual world's fair of gem shows. With more than 30 public and private events this extravaganza creates an international marketplace of precious gems, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, and jewelry-making materials Jan. 28-Feb. 12. For show listings, call (800) 638-8350 or visit http://www.visittucson.org/visitor/events/gemshow.
La Fiesta de los Vaqueros: Tucson Rodeo & Parade - A tradition since 1925, the "Celebration of the Cowboys" includes a Top-20 North American pro rodeo at the Tucson Rodeo Grounds and a legendary non-motorized parade, Feb 18-26.
Tucson Marathon & Expo (Dec. 4). The Tucson Marathon course is heralded to be the "fastest USA Track and Field marathon course in the country." The downhill, point-to-point course along the beautiful Santa Catalina Mountains is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
Chrysler Classic of Tucson Pro Golf (Feb. 19-26). The ninth-oldest tournament on the PGA Tour began in 1945 as the Tucson Open. The event celebrates its 61st anniversary in 2006, with a $3 million purse at Omni Tucson National Golf Resort & Spa.
World Series Champs Spring Train in Tucson - (March) The Chicago White Sox will be warming up for the regular baseball season at Tucson Electric Park's spring training camp in March. For those of us who can't wait for baseball season to officially begin, this is an excellent opportunity to get in on the action early! Details will be available at http://www.tucsonbaseball.com./
Rejoice, Tucson-Style - December is fiesta time in Tucson, with holiday entertainment, uptown and downtown, perfect weather - daily temperatures are in the 60s - and the hotels and resorts offering discount rates.
Save on Attractions with Tucson Passport - Take advantage of over $400 in savings for just $15. Get 2-for-1 admissions to Tucson's top attractions and other savings. View it at http://www.TucsonPassport.com
Soak up the Sun and Save! - The Holiday 2005 SuperSavers program is online and ready to take your reservations. The Tucson SuperSavers allows anyone, anywhere to book hotel and resort stays in Tucson between November 22 and December 30 with the best available holiday rate. To make SuperSaver reservations, call 1-800-638-8350.
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