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Discover Oro Valley
Whether you’re a local or an out-of-town guest, there’s no shortage of things to do in Oro Valley. With its scenic views and gorgeous weather, anything outdoors is our first choice. From outdoor concerts to a day on the trails, the Oro Valley has got you covered.
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Trip to the Local Zoo
Trip to the Zoo anyone? The Reid Park Zoo, founded in 1967, is a 24-acre city-owned and operated nonprofit zoo located within Reid Park in Tucson. The zoo features more than 500 animals, and they’re all excited to see you!
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Tour Colossal Cave Mountain Park
When the cooler winter weather rolls around it’s a great time to get out there and explore this beautiful area that we call home! One of the best spots for a local adventure is Colossal Cave Mountain Park and you can take a tour! It’s a fun way to have some winter fun close to home.
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Tucson Invitational Games
It’s well known among baseball fans that our sunny state plays host to several major league spring training camps. In fact, this year, we’re even hosting the World Baseball Classic, with teams competing from around the globe. But you might not be aware Tucson is the home of collegiate spring training, and all during the month of March, you can watch the best up-and-coming athletes play in the Tucson Invitational Games (TIG).
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Visit the 2023 Tucson Gem Show
Come see the largest, oldest, and most prestigious gem and mineral show in the world. Touted as “the first gem and mineral show to bring the hobby enthusiast, the public, and the curator/professionals together for discovery and discussion,” we think it’s a ‘worldclass’ way to spend an afternoon in Tucson.
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Bask in Arizona’s Bright Winter Sun
While much of the top half of the country braces for snow storms and deep winter freezes, Tucson, Arizona enjoys 70 degree days straight through March. That sunshine is something we’re proud of and something we like to share. So come on out to Westward Look to feel the warmth of our welcome.
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White Christmas
If it’s snow you’re craving to get in the season, Mt. Lemmon is your answer. Since we so rarely get snow in Tucson, the best way to create a remote chance of seeing snow is by climbing to higher elevations.
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Start a New Holiday Tradition at LightsUp!
This holiday season, see the Tucson Botanical Gardens light up like never before. Starting after Thanksgiving and running 44 nights through the middle of January, be dazzled by an illuminating display of millions of lights guaranteed to leave stars in your eyes.
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Experience a Night of Terrifying Fun
Night has fallen on Old Tucson, and it’s spookier than ever. But visitors can’t seem to get enough–so much so that an event by that very name, Nightfall, has taken the city by storm. Now you’re invited to attend the fully immersive experience that combines terrifying mazes with classic stunt shows and a town full of horrific characters sure to haunt you throughout the night.
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Climb Mount Lemmon
Autumn is a time to get outside, tie a long-sleeved shirt around your waist, just in case, and enjoy the muted tones settling over the desert. While much of the landscape around Tucson is flat and dry, you don’t have to go far to climb up for a view back down over the valley. One day we headed out to drive the Sky Island Scenic Byway up Mt Lemmon.
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Reset Your Soul in the Southwest
As the fresh fall air starts to roll in, September is a popular time to make a trip to Tucson. Aside from various outdoor desert explorations, Westward Look is the perfect spot to indulge in a self-love retreat. The spoiling starts now!
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A Walk Through Time
The desert holds many stories, and the Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum is waiting to tell them! Take a little drive into south Tucson for an archeological marvel. Sprinkled throughout the city, you can see where artists leave their mark, perfectly portraying Tucson culture while preserving century-old barrios (neighborhoods.)
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Tucson Retail Therapy
Recentering under the Sonoran sun is a summer must; however, after hiking in the desert and exploring unique caverns, it may be time to rest from the rays and switch up your schedule. Recharge with the help of retail therapy and make space in your suitcase for souvenirs!
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An Outdoor Sonoran Summer
Soaking up the sun rays when on a summer escape to the Sonoran Desert should be a priority. Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa is your home this June to an array of outdoor activities that’ll enhance your stay in Tucson.
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A Musical May in Tucson
Let the sounds of Tucson call you this May, with musical events sprinkled throughout the month. Plan accordingly, as we’ve put together a concert calendar with our recommended musical picks!
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Dazzling Delights: Tucson Gems
Presented by the Tucson Gem and Mineral Society, The 67th Annual Tucson Gem and Mineral Show returns to the Tucson Convention center from February 10th-13th.
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A Cool & Crisp January in Tucson
A January trip to the desert calls for cool and crisp weather. Pack your bags and book your flight; it’s time to experience the best time of year for a Tucson getaway.
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Our Guide To Your Tucson Holiday
If you happen to find yourself in Tucson this winter, here are some top holiday events in the area that will enhance your vacation experience
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Escape To The Desert This Fall
If you’re looking for a blend of brisk and sunkissed, you’ve chosen the right place to spend your holiday season. Make your trip to the Sonoran Desert unforgettable as you take in the landscape and sneak in some stargazing.
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Grab your Boots to Hike the Sonoran Desert
Venture into the Catalina Foothills for an adventure sure to satisfy nature and history lovers alike. Autumn marks the end of Arizona’s rainy season, which means hiking trails are more accessible as temperatures drop and water levels stabilize.
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In-Tune With Our Planet In Tucson
A stay at Westward Look during the final stretch of summer is exactly what you need to be rejuvenated for fall. Get in tune with our planet here in Tucson, where you’ll fall in love with the Earth all over again.
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A Summer Staycation in Tucson
Treat yourself to a well-deserved summer staycation in Tucson and discover all the ways to stay cool at our dreamy desert oasis, where pets are welcome too!
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Mark your Calendar for Monsoon Season
Marvel at the beauty of Mother Nature during Arizona’s monsoon season, spanning from June 15th to September 30th.
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Desert Blooms Signal the Start of Spring
If you’re lucky enough to travel through Tucson this spring or summer, don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the Sonoran Desert in full bloom.
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Tour the Tucson Botanical Gardens
During your stay at Westward Look, don’t miss out on the opportunity to take a tour of the Tucson Botanical Gardens, listed among the top 10 North American Gardens by the Canadian Garden Council and the American Public Gardens Association.
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Edna’s Eatery by Westward Look
The Tucson Botanical Gardens and Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa have come together to create a new café experience at the Tucson Botanical Gardens.
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Trailblazing in Tucson
You may have been to Tucson before, and you might have even had the opportunity to enjoy one of our legendary sunrises or sunsets during your trip... but we’re willing to wager that you have yet to experience it in the middle of the desert, on the back of a horse!
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Explore the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Take a walk on the wild side at the acclaimed Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. Just a quick trip west of our Tucson resort, the 98-acre attraction is home to a zoo, botanical garden, natural history museum, art gallery, and aquarium — all in one destination!
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A Very Merry Santa Story
Every family has their own unique holiday stories, and here at Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa, we are no exception to the rule.
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Fall in Tucson’s Saguaro National Park
With fall comes cooler temperatures perfect for exploring the great outdoors—and just minutes from our sprawling Sonoran retreat is the stunning 92,000-acre Saguaro National Park.
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Fall Planting Tips from Our Chief Gardener
Fall is the perfect time of year to plant trees and shrubs as well as fertilize citrus trees, rose bushes, and a variety of grass lawns. Take it from Raymundo Ocampo, our Chief Gardener here Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa.
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Plan Your Dream Wedding With Us
Celebrate your wedding with Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa at our AAA Four-Diamond oasis in Tucson, Arizona.
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A Bit of Local Ecology
Tucson is surrounded by fascinating natural areas, and desert ecosystems are often more complex than they seem. We thought we’d share a bit about our immediate local ecology to provide an interesting context for your next visit.
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A Bit of Tucson History
When travel is more distant on the horizon, it’s a good time to get familiar with the places you’d like to visit from afar. History can teach us so much, and inform interesting itineraries for future trips.
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Tips from Our Chef Gardener
Our Chef Gardener Raymundo Ocampo has been in the business of growing food for over 30 years. With his vast knowledge of the field, he has plenty of tips to share with aspiring gardeners aiming toward optimal fruition.
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The Westward Look Show
The Tucson area is home to stunning rocks of all sorts—from Sonoran Desert Agate to the smooth painted pebbles that some locals like to leave around town. But every February, a high concentration of gorgeous stones arrive in Tucson for a world-renowned event.
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Tune in to Tucson
As the snowbirds flock to Tucson in the first month of the year, they’re accompanied by a multitude of tunes. These songs aren’t from the snowbirds themselves—the melodies float in with the arrival of the famed Tucson Jazz Festival.
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Luminarias and Live Entertainment
“Luminarias” are small lanterns that harken the 19th-century traditional bonfires that led worshippers to Christmas Mass. Today, they still play a major role in Tucson Christmas celebrations.
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Peering at Petroglyphs
Arizona has fascinating evidence of human history prior to the arrival of Europeans on the continent. One of the best ways to seek it out is through the Tucson area’s state and national parks—in particular, by perusing petroglyphs.
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Tucson Meet Yourself
By reputation, October is the most ideal month to visit Tucson. It’s at the cozy crux between the sweltering summer and winter’s swarm of snowbirds. It’s no coincidence that the Tucson Meet Yourself Festival takes place this time each year since 1974.
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Hike Through the Harvest Moon
September marks the end of Arizona’s monsoon season, which means hiking trails become more accessible as temperatures cool down and water levels stabilize. Any hike with a waterfall, stream, or lake is sure to be dazzling.
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Cool Down in the Caverns
August in the Sonoran Desert is warm, to say the least. But there are plenty of ways to keep cool and enjoy the natural beauty of Arizona this month.
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Dreamy Desert Dusks
The Sonoran Desert is simply cooler after dark. Take advantage of mild twilight temperatures with these summer evening specials at some of our favorite Tucson destinations.
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Surprises from the Chef's Garden
As we look toward a more sustainable, self-sufficient future, it becomes increasingly important to source locally-grown food. At Westward Look, local doesn’t get much closer to home thanks to our on-property Chef’s Garden. Guests are always surprised to learn what can be grown for food in the Sonoran Desert.
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Garden Parties in the Desert
If you’re coming to Tucson in May, you’ll arrive during a sweet spot. The snowbirds have flown the coop and the triple-digit summer temperatures have yet to arrive. Below are two outdoor events that will have you taking advantage of brighter, longer days.
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Food, Fun, & Folk
The desert is blooming, and spring brings outdoor events to Tucson that make it easy to enjoy ideal, mild temperatures. Check out a few options that highlight Tucson’s festive, musical, and gastronomical culture:
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Springtime in Tucson
The Sonoran desert is beautiful year-round, but springtime is particularly mesmerizing. The vegetation is greener after winter storms, desert blooms are opening, and temperatures are mild enough to enjoy the great outdoors.
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