Insiders' Guide to Tucson, 6th (Insiders' Guide Series) [Paperback]

Mary Paganelli Votto (Author), Kate Reynolds (Author)

Book Description

Series: Insiders' Guide Series | Publication Date: December 16, 2008

Make the most of your experience in Tucson with this practical and comprehensive guide, written by  locals who love their city.

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From the Back Cover

For more than twenty years, the Insiders’ Guide® series has been the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information—from true insiders whose personal, practical perspective gives you everything you need to know.

 

With an average of 350 sunny days per year, an awe-inspiring desert and mountain landscape, historical Pueblo-style architecture, and a strong economy, Tucson is a destination of choice for visitors, retirees, and those looking to relocate. It offers a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe. This authoritative guide will show you how to navigate the city’s vibrant cultural scene and find special opportunities for outdoor recreation and fun.

 

Inside you'll find:

•  Countless details on how to live and thrive in Tucson, from the best local shopping to the lowdown on

    real estate

•  Comprehensive listings of restaurants, lodgings, and day trips

•  The inside scoop on festivals and attractions, including rodeos, craft shows, Native American

    powwows, golf tournaments, and music under the stars

•  Sections dedicated to children, retirement, and much more

About the Author

Mary Paganelli Votto has lived in such exotic places as Rome, Basra,Baghdad, and Damascus but makes her home in a place likewise spectacular—Tucson. She contributes food and entertainment articles to Tucson Lifestyle, Tucson Lifestyle Home and Gardens, Arizona Food & Lifestyle, and Canyon Ranch

Kate Reynolds, born in Phoenix, is one of those increasingly rare Arizona natives. A freelance writer who has published articles in both local and national publications.

Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Insiders' Guide; 6th edition (December 16, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762748737
• ISBN-13: 978-0762748730
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #633,081 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Tucson in Review, December 19, 2010

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I am beginning an exploration of Tucson with the idea of relocation. The Insider's
Guide to Tucson gave an engaging overview with specifics....from real estate to local area highlights, from treasures to natural sights, plus areas to keep an eye out for safety. It was just the place to begin. I am impressed and excited and have a plan to explore places of interest, dine, shop, and a basic idea about local communities.

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A new experience, February 13, 2009

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This review is from: Insiders' Guide to Tucson, 6th (Insiders' Guide Series) (Paperback)

This is my first visit to Tucson Az I'm going in April and I prepare my trip using this guide. The book was helping me to know where to go and expecting what to find in every place because most of the places they have a web site and now I can be right in the best place.
The authors visit Tucson and they make a good job writing this book and I'm very happy for having it

1 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly as Ordered, May 7, 2009

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I got just what I ordered, in a timely fashion, and the book is very helpful.