Dirt Busters of Arizona

Find your green-thumb inspiration in the garden's Berlin Agave Yucca Forest or the Desert Wildflower Loop Trail at the Desert Botanical Garden, a naturalist's dream where they showcase more than 145 acres of stunning desert blooms, flora, and fauna year-round. The site opened in 1939 and now boasts over 21,000 plants, including outdoor exhibits and displays, specialty greenhouses, and endangered and fragile species preservation. One-third of the plants are native to the area, while the remaining plants come from all over the world, including special collections from Australia and Baja California. Ecosystems represented include mesquite bosque, semidesert grassland, and upland chaparral scrub.

Come and experience the epitome of indulgence at The Arizona Biltmore, where this iconic landmark has been one of the world's most renowned resorts for nearly a century, thanks to its rich history, intuitive hospitality, and old Hollywood glamour. Today, the Biltmore sets a new standard of luxury, boasting acres of lush gardens, seven sparkling swimming pools, diverse dining options, championship golf, a fitness center, and a state-of-the-art spa, with over a dozen massage treatments, body scrubs, and skin elixirs on the menu, you will indeed find the perfect indulgence to suit your needs.

Put a little spark in your tour at the Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting, where you can experience the impressive collection of firefighting equipment, including some incredible fire engines from the mid-1800s. Additionally, you'll get to see historic helmets and other equipment that will give you a better appreciation of the history of firefighting. One of the most touching exhibits is the National Hall of Heroes, which pays tribute to the brave men and women who have lost their lives in the line of duty. This exhibit will leave you feeling humbled and grateful for the sacrifices made by firefighters throughout history. Established in 1961, the museum now boasts five exhibit galleries showcasing one of the world's most extensive collections of firefighting apparatus. This collection includes items dating back to 1725 from America, England, France, Austria, Germany, and Japan, providing a comprehensive global perspective on firefighting.