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Traveling to Green Valley, Arizona

When was the last time you could just relax, explore some of the world's most scenic surroundings, and take the time to soak in a beautiful sunset? Next time you need to cut away your busy life's strings, consider a visit to Green Valley, Arizona, a place where time slows down to an unhurried pace and you can get back to nature. Set amongst the picturesque surroundings of the Santa Catalina foothills, Green Valley is a magnet for those with a spirit for adventure and discovery.

Located just twenty minutes south of Tucson, Green Valley offers a wide range of attractions and activities to choose from. For those who would prefer to stretch their legs out a bit, this Southern Arizona destination offers all kinds of great places to hike and explore. For example, the nearby Madera Canyon is a wooded valley right at the base of the Catalina Mountains with a wide range of trails to check out. This canyon is also world-renowned for birdwatchers, where it's easy to spot a wide range of hummingbirds, and frequent sightings of nighthawks, swifts, hawks, golden eagles, flycatchers, owls, and peregrine falcons are common.

At Green Valley, also enjoy natural wonders such as the Colossal Cave, one of the world's largest dry limestone caverns. Discover a new world underneath the Earth's crust with multiple tours throughout the day. If you'd like to dive more into the world of stalagmites and stalactites, try the Kartchner Caverns State Park, which features over 13,000 feet of underground cave formations. The Kartchner Caverns were only discovered in 1972 and have since become one of Arizona's most popular state parks, with over 2 ½ miles of cave passages to explore. The Asarco Mineral Discovery is also worth a visit, with its award-winning exhibit center, open-pit mission mine, and mill tour.

In the mood for a little history and culture? Be sure not to miss the San Xavier Mission, a fine example of Spanish Mission architecture that is known as the "White Dove of the Desert". As for culture, explore the Sonoita Vineyards and Santa Cruz Wineries, where you can sample impeccable wine of the Arizona variety. For a glimpse into America's day of old, venture over to the oldest European settlement in Arizona, Tubac, a vibrant village full of unique arts & crafts. Also, the Tucson Museum of Art is just up the road, featuring pre-Colombian artifacts and a wide variety of arts that help paint the picture of Arizona's rich history.

When it comes down to it, seeing is believing, and if you're planning on discovering the gems of Green Valley for yourself, consider the Wyndham Canoa Ranch Resort as your home base. A relaxing oasis that is in-tune with the beautiful natural surroundings, the Wyndham Canoa Ranch is a top-notch resort with two world-class golf courses featured on the pristine Santa Catalina foothills. Plus, on top of a relaxing outdoor pool & jacuzzi, fully-equipped fitness center, and health club, the resort features one & two-bedroom condos, with balconies, patios, full kitchens, living rooms, and dining room areas. Come heed the calling of the Arizona winds and explore a beautiful side of America you thought only existed on the sliver screen.

Dave Winter

I am a freelance writer based out of Dallas, TX. I have been published in Barcelona Connect, Barcelona Metropolitan, The Skinny In Edinburgh, Scotland, ENVY Magazine Dallas, and D Magazine.

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