Local Feature: Carly Quinn Designs
We have a soft spot in our hearts for amazing female artists and entrepreneurs, and one of our absolute favorite local artists is Carly Quinn of Carly Quinn Designs. Carly is a local custom tile artist and her work is beyond fabulous. So, today, we’re introducing you to Carly, her gorgeous work, and highlighting our collaboration with her on an exclusive design just for you!
Tucson in the News
We’re rounding up noteworthy stories about Tucson that have been in the headlines both nationally and locally. Tucson is an amazing city for dining, hiking, golfing, sightseeing, and so much more, but it is also an incredible place of research, health, entrepreneurship, and education.
When is the Best Time to Visit Tucson?
Ask ten different Tucson locals their favorite time of year in Tucson, you would likely get ten different answers. Tucson, Arizona is such a vibrant city, full of life and variety, that there is always something to do and some sort of adventure to be had. So, really, the answer is that it depends on what your preferences are and what you want to do! We’re reviewing the five seasons and what Tucson is like over the course of the year.
Planning a 3 day trip to Tucson? Here’s what to do.
If you’re heading to Tucson, Arizona for a business trip, networking, a conference, or just a long relaxing weekend, we understand that you may be on a limited time frame and want to maximize your stay. So we’re here to help you plan your quick trip to the Tucson area, even if you only have about 72 hours in the desert! Read our recommendations for three days in the Tucson area.
The Tucson Gem Show - Ten Things to Know When Planning Your Visit
From meteorites to diamonds, geodes to dinosaur bones, the Tucson Gem Show is bound to have something of interest for everyone! An iconic Tucson event, the Gem Show draws over 60,000 travelers to the desert every winter. If you are one of those lucky visitors, you should know a few things to make the most of your trip.
Plan Your Winter Arizona Getaway
Why Tucson?
With its warm, mild days, and crisp, star-filled nights, Tucson is a perfect choice when planning a retreat from freezing winter temps. Tucson is unique to Arizona and many other mid-large cities in that many nature conservation efforts are in place, making this a favorite winter destination. Tucson is smack dab in the middle of the Sonoran desert (think lush green and towering saguaro cacti rather than barren sand), and the city planners have taken great lengths to preserve the natural landscape, even in the middle of the hustle and bustle. One minute you’re in the middle of downtown, and then next, you find yourself back in the desert landscape.
The Best Patio Dining in Oro Valley, Catalina Foothills, and Northwest Tucson
Dining al fresco is an amazing perk of Tucson. With 300+ days of sunshine, patio heaters in the winter, and patio misters in the summer, patio dining almost year-round is possible.