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Inspired by this question, I'm going to Tucson to try to experience monsoon season, plus good food and nature. Looking for tips on finding rain (is that a thing?) and other Tucson recommendations. [more inside]
posted by acidic around Tucson, AZ at 2:53 PM - 12 answers

I’m based in Chandler, AZ, but will head to Tucson tomorrow just for the day for an event at U of A. What should I tack on to the trip? [more inside]
posted by Tandem Affinity around Tucson, AZ at 9:26 PM - 5 answers

A friend will be moving from NYC to Tucson soon and I'd like to get him a nice going-away present. He's never been to Arizona before (neither have I for that matter) so I was thinking some kind of insider's guide or similar book. I'm looking for recommendations from Arizona MeFites!
posted by orrnyereg around Tucson, AZ at 12:37 PM - 6 answers

My wife, two teen daughters and our dog are escaping Seattle this Christmas to (hopefully) enjoy some sunshine and short sleeve weather. We enjoy walking neighborhoods and hiking and hope to spend lots of time outside. I know the National Parks restrict dogs on trails- where can we go where Fido won’t be a problem? [more inside]
posted by carterk around Tucson, AZ at 10:35 AM - 7 answers

Tucson has a lot of undergrad-heavy bars and straight-up sketchy dive bars, but where do the grad students and professors wet their whistle?
posted by wuzandfuzz around Tucson, AZ at 9:55 AM - 4 answers

My parents spend the month of January in Tucson. Can you recommend a Christmas gift idea for a class or experience? Caveats within... [more inside]
posted by handful of rain around Tucson, AZ at 11:28 AM - 9 answers

I need a 1-3 night, relaxing getaway near Tucson, AZ. Anyone stayed in any quaint cabins or good value guest ranches/hotels/B&Bs no more than 5-6 hours from Tucson (or even somewhere within Tucson/surrounders)? I've considered everything from finding a discounted night at a fancy resort and spa to primitive camping on Forest Service land. Extra credit (but not required): pool/swimming hole/hot tub.
posted by dahliachewswell around Tucson, AZ at 8:58 AM - 11 answers

What are the chances that on any given night between now and the end of the year I would be able to see the aurora borealis if I make it as far north as Winnipeg? By what percentage can I increase my chances by going further north? [more inside]
posted by Fezboy! around Tucson, AZ at 3:05 PM - 13 answers

I am interviewing for a U of AZ grad program, and the fella will be joining me in Tucson for a few days afterward so we can evaluate whether we like it there. We need suggestions for an awesome visit! [more inside]
posted by vortex genie 2 around Tucson, AZ at 5:53 PM - 12 answers

Where should I live for two months in Tucson, AZ? [more inside]
posted by skewed around Tucson, AZ at 10:48 AM - 13 answers

We are going for a vacation in Tucson from March 28th to April 5th. We are staying in a condo near Sabino Canyon. [more inside]
posted by marlys27 around Tucson, AZ at 10:39 AM - 16 answers

How to have a nice mini-vacay in Tucson without breaking the bank? [more inside]
posted by MithrilMongoose around Tucson, AZ at 12:14 PM - 12 answers

Good Extended Stay Hotels / Suites in Tucson, AZ this summer? [more inside]
posted by chrisalbon around Tucson, AZ at 9:10 PM - 4 answers

We're going to be in Tucson, AZ for a wedding the weekend of June 3rd. We'd really like to spend the week after the wedding seeing the Southwest (Mesa Verde, the Grand Canyon, and so on). Where should we go and how should we get there? [more inside]
posted by josh around Tucson, AZ at 5:09 PM - 15 answers

what is the best way to get from phoenix to tucson, AZ? i'll be flying to phoenix in february. i need to get to tucson. is there a bus i can take from the airport in phoenix to tucson? is greyhound any where near the airport? maybe i should just rent a car? other alternatives?
posted by brandz around Tucson, AZ at 7:41 PM - 8 answers

I'm going to be in Tucson over Christmas. Anything that is just not to be missed? Any resources besides Citysearch and The Tucson Weekly ?
posted by elsar around Tucson, AZ at 9:40 AM - 15 answers