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Phoenix, the 5th largest city in the nation, is nestled in the stunning Sonoran Desert. It’s a place that is both vibrantly cosmopolitan and beautifully low-key. It is rich with culture, art, and history offering couples a wealth of shopping opportunities, an energetic nightlife scene, attractions, and events. Camelback Mountain, Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Zoo, and South Mountain Park are among the city’s main draws. Castle N’ Coasters, an entertainment center; Pueblo Grand Ruin, a Pre-Columbian site and home to the Hohokam people; the Heard Museum, devoted to Native American civilizations, and the Mesa Arts Center give couples on a last minute getaway plenty of things to do and see. Keep reading for more cheap vacations, last minute vacation packages and great weekend getaways.
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