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Enjoy a refreshing getawayEnjoy a refreshing getawayWith majestic lakes and sparkling rivers, Arizona is overflowing with adventureBEGINYOUR SPRINGTIME JOURNEYon the Colorado River along Arizona’swestern border.Swim, fish,boat, take ascenic Jeep tour or simply bask in the sun.Discover hundreds of miles of shorelineas well as the charming towns along thisiconic waterway.

Visit BULLHEADCITY and enjoy anabundance of outdoor activities.Forthose craving time in the water,ventureto the Colorado River and LakeMohave.Head out speed boating and don’tforget your water skis.Bring out yourpersonal watercraft if you prefer,or gosport fishing.Land-lovers can enjoy thebeautiful desert scenery and go off-roading.Don’t worry about getting lost;there are marked trails to help guide youthroughout your journey.

Further down the Colorado River islegendary Lake Havasu,surrounded byrocky cliffs, shimmering turquoise watersand cobalt skies.Called the“PersonalWatercraft Capital of theWorld,”LAKEHAVASUCITY is one of the Southwest’spremier water sport destinations. It also

boasts an abundance of landactivities.Hike,mountain bikeor go off-roading – there areplenty of ways to discover thedesert terrain.Looking to takeit easy?Visit the famed LondonBridge,relax with a game ofgolf or stroll the local shopsand boutiques.Seeking newthrills? Take to the skies for anexhilarating parasailing lesson

or a hot air balloon ride.

Just 40 miles south of Lake Havasu City,PARKER is located on the east bank ofthe Colorado River. From boat shows toski races to golf tournaments, this diverseriverside community has it all for thesports enthusiast.Check out the“ParkerStrip” for speed boating and kayaking.On land,view the intriguing exhibitsof the Colorado River Indian TribesMuseum,explore nature at a wildlifepreserve or put all your cards on thetable at the BlueWater Resort & Casino.If you are looking for an oasis,The

Nellie E. Saloon offers a historic place toenjoy live music at a “bar in the desert.”

For those seekingwildlife along theColorado River, the lush wetlands andvibrant waterfront of YUMA aboundwithunique bird species and exotic wildlife.Throughout the region, the Imperial,KofaandCibola NationalWildlife Refuges offerhundreds of squaremiles of sprawlingdesert andmountain landscape.Bighornsheep,desert tortoise,mule deer,doves,bobcats and coyotes are just a few of theanimals youmight spot while exploringthese natural habitats.Yuma is also knownas the winter vegetable capital of theworld.Visit a date farm, take in the scenicflower gardens or find out what a peanutorchard looks like.The area’s rich history,riverside options and fresh crops offera vacation you’ll never forget.Visitorslooking for water play have plenty ofoptions.Relax at the river beachfront orwhileYuma River tubing.Take a tour onYuma River Tours or rent canoes.Makea splash atWaylon’sWaterWorld,a newwater park.Whatever you choose,Yumahas plenty to renew your spirit.There’s no place like Arizona’sWest

Coast for a refreshing escape.

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On Oak Creek in the Heart of Uptown Sedona!

bestwesternsedona.com • 1.800.773.3662Each Best Western® branded hotel is independently owned and operated.

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