Another not-to-miss piece of Phoenix is the Desert Botanical Garden which has the world's finest collection of desert plants. It has 50 acres beautiful outdoor exhibits which is the home to 139 endangered species from around the world. Its located in Papago Park in Central Phoenix.

Climb Piestewa Peak, also known as Squaw Peak is part of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve is the place from where you can get a great view of the city. The two main attractions at Piestewa Peak are the Summit Trail and the Circumference Trail.

If you adore art walls, there are more than 100 art gallaries in Scottsdale Art Walk that you can enjoy every Thursday evening, year round (except Thanksgiving) from 7-9 p.m. There are Special Event ArtWalks with live music along the streets and special themed events several times a year.

The Phoenix Zoo again is a wonderful place to visit. The Phoenix Zoo is opened most of the year from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. You can see the gila monsters, giraffes, raptors and elephants and also take a pedal boat ride in the lake, enjoy a snack or take the Safari Shuttle. During summer, one should try to get there as soon as possible, since many animals head for shade and hide during the heat of the day.The tickets are very reasonable.

If you love adventure, the Drive Apache Trail is among the best memorable drives you will ever visit. The 46 miles between Apache Junction and Roosevelt lake provides you with the most scenic part of this challenging drive. If you are a nervous driver, it might not be for you.

If you are a fashion freak, the Scottsdale Fashion Square is the best place to visit. With 250 stores and restaurants, this Square is where you can boost your shopping. Tiffany, Burberry, Gucci, Fossil, Foot Locker, Swarovski Bebe, Williams-Sonomoa, Victoria's Secret, name it you have it.

There are many more places like the Chase Field (also known as Bank One Ballpark), Boyce Thompson Arboretum,Rawhide Western Town and Steakhouse, Golf at Gold Canyon Ranch, Dinosaur Course, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, South Mountain Park and Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot that are worth mentioning.

Suzie was diagnosed with terminal cancer, and shortly after met her dream man. He wanted to marry her, but first he wanted to be sure she would be around awhile, so he enlisted the help of a doctor who treated her illness with good nutrition consisting of large doses of vitamins and herbs.

When the doctor told Sylvan that Suzie needed something more to help her fight, he recalled her excitement during a recent pet store visit. Suzie was very taken with an injured bird in the pet store, and fascinated by the healing process.

Sylvan asked for wounded and orphaned animals, and soon their home was alive with love and nurturing. As Suzie worked with the animals and poured her heart into healing them, she healed herself. They provided her with hope for the future and a will to fight, as did her soul mate, Sylvan. Together they have created a sanctuary for over 400 animals. After being declared cancer free, they had another cause to celebrate when the Hawaiian government donated land for their “heaven on earth”, as Sylvan calls it.

This is Scarlet. She used to be so lonely that she would peck at her feathers until she was bald. Her owners had to give up the beautiful macaw because of their neighbor's complaints of noise. Now she can talk all she wants, and loves to take almonds from Sylvan's hand, and as you can see her beautiful plumage has grown back.

Sylvan is holding an indigenous Wedge-tailed Shearwater. When it was just a few days old, the bird was found floating off the shores of Molokini by a tour boat operator. He kindly brought it to Sylvan. Sylvan and Suzie mixed up a healthy formula that has helped other birds, and exercised it's wings daily, in the hope that is would regain it's strength.

As this picture demonstrates, the Wedge-tailed Shearwater is ready to test its wings and reclaim its freedom, thanks to the assistance of Suzie and Sylvan.

Here is Doogie, a miniature horse who just happens to be 90% blind. Doogie was about to be put down, but fortunately for him someone brought him to the Boo Boo Zoo, and now he happily chases after the dogs and munches on carrots. Bo, lying on the ground near his constant companion, is a loving and gentle friend.

Sylvan says that when he hears squeals coming from the pig pen, he knows that Doogie is visiting a very fat pot-bellied pig. He likes to gently prod her to get her to play.

These beautiful Siamese kittens were only days old when found in a drainage pipe in Wailuku. Thanks to their rescuer and the EMAR there mother would be very relieved to know that they are now running and playing like normal kittens.

They took in Duchess who was left for dead after a car accident. Her legs and vertebrae were so shattered that the veterinarian said she would never walk again. A good hearted donor paid for her surgery and Suzie and Sylvan found her a doggie wheelchair. Duchess is a real inspiration and has never given up. She is very mobile and wheels every where she wants to go. Not only that, she has been adopted by a loving family.

“Yes Deer”, as she is called now was a victim of “capture myopathy”. Yes Deer suffered paralysis as result of extreme stress. Hunters captured her and her mother. They tied her to a tree and gutted her mother in front of her. At EMAR or the Boo Boo Zoo she had made friends with many of the kittens who provide her love and affection. Here she is pictured with Flojo.

Sylvan and Suzie treat an Axis deer that sustained a knee injury. With the healing touch of these two, this deer should be up and about in no time.

Look at the interesting faces of these Pueos owls. This is an owl species that is endangered in other areas of the country, but are continuing to do well In Maui thanks to the hard work of EMAR.

Although these two were struck by a car, and their wings were so badly shattered the owls required partial amputations that rendered them flightless, they are safe here in the aviary at the Boo Boo Zoo.

“The East Maui Animal Refuge (EMAR) is a no-kill, all volunteer-run, non profit, rehabilitation sanctuary for injured and orphaned animals who would otherwise die”

The love found here at the EMAR, or the Boo Boo Zoo, as Suzie has nicknamed it is limitless. It cures all and conquers all. I enjoyed my visit, and I hope you did too.

Taal Volcano is known as the smallest active Volcano In the world. However, many people don't know that Taal volcano is one of the largest volcanoes all over the world, but now, it became smaller many years had passed. This smallest volcano is surrounded by lake known as the Taal Lake.

Hotel accommodations in the area are vast especially during special occasions. Some are celebrating their birthdays and some are their weddings. Some are conducting seminars and conferences.

Picnic Grove where you can rent cottages and benches to enjoy your meal or snack. Also, there are stores and some souvenir items inside the grove. Horse back riding is a thrilling adventure for beginners. However, for people who are professional enough on this activity, it is like a hobby.

There are a lot of famous restaurants where fine dining is expected. However, the foods are expensive and only people with good budget can avail of the big price. Also, there are restaurants wherein you can avail of low cost foods.

Spectacular Casinos where most rich people play. For them, playing in the casino is a form of relaxing.

Most photographers visit the place because they can take a full shot in different angles of the beautiful views of the City.

The best leisure activity for children is to play in the Class-A playgrounds designed especially for children. Zoo is also expected for children to see different kinds of animals.

Moreover, sports like golf and skating are also available. Fabulous golf courses at Tagaytay Highlands International Golf Club, Inc. and skating rails to add up for young and old.

The Palace in the Sky is actually on top of the mountain that is fully developed and now it is called as People's Park In The Sky. There are flat and cemented ways to lead you to the Park. Inside the Park, you can see a lot of activities also and a nice panoramic views. There are souvenir shops where you can buy different shirts with prints of People's Park In The Sky.

In the hill, a flower farm where there are various kinds of beautiful flowers. Fruit stands near the highways are too many to choose from where you can buy fresh fruits. You can see a lot of different fruits especially pineapples because there are pineapple plantations in the city.

A boat trip to taal volcano is highly recommended. They can tour you around the rim of the volcano. You can almost boil an egg there. It's really a meaningful adventure to all.

There are convents and retreat houses near the People's Park In the Sky. They say, if you are in high places, you are closer to heaven. Maybe, that is the reason why there are many devotees and pilgrims visit the place.

Visiting the place is worth it especially when you want a nice and peaceful place to stay for a while and give yourself a relaxing ambiance to eliminate stress. It's a pleasant place, secure and safe.

First thing when you get to the park you want to plan what shows you want to see, what times they are and where they are. That way you have an idea of where you need to be when and what you can do. They usually have at least 5 show at one time. Many dance shows and a few animal shows. Jack Hanna will visit every once in a while to put on a show. Also they have their famous ice skating show. The actual show and story change every once in a while but the actors are fantastic!

There are plenty of place to view the animals too! They have a walking path where you can ‘walk threw Africa ' and see all sorts of animals. There is also a train ride around the park where you get to go right threw the animals habitats. Many times you will see nests and babies. You will also have a few up closes encounters with the animals too. Also they have a sky ride that will take you from the front of the park to the back and it goes right over the animals you get a bird eye view of the habitats.

There is also a ride called Rino's Ralley. You get to go on a safari jeep and one rider is selected as the guide. Now this is an actual Jeep driven by a bush garden person you really drive threw the animals habitats and the guide follows the tour signs. But be careful if you get off the track!!

There are also many mini habitats threw out the park along the pathways to see animals.

Next are the world famous Busch Garden roller coasters! Sheikra, a very good name for this coaster, is the newest one to the bunch. SheiKra carries riders up 200 feet at 45 degrees , then hurtles them 70 mph back toward the ground at a 90- degree angle. It is the first coaster of its kind in the Americas and only the third in the world. SheiKra is the first dive coaster to incorporate an Immelmann loop, a water feature, and a second 90-degree 138-foot drop through an underground tunnel. SheiKra also includes a 360-degree climbing carousel. 3,188 feet of steel track offers a total ride time of just over three minutes.

Then there is Gwazi, a wooden coaster; Kumba, with a full 3 second of pure weightlessness; Montu, one of the tallest roller coasters in the USA ; Python, this coaster is full of twists; and the Scorpion, 360 degree twists!

Then there are the three water rides, Congo River Rapids, a river rapids and waterfall ride; Stanley Falls , a flume ride; and Tanganyika Tidal Wave, a jungle journey with a shackling end.

There are many kids areas along the way the biggest being Land of Dragons, The Land of the Dragons includes our three-story-tall tree house , an enchanted forest, one -of-a-kind slides, a gentle waterfall, wonderful rides and friendly dragons. The Land of the Dragons' stage features the Friends Forever Show.

Busch Garden Tampa has something for everybody! Big or Small, Young and old.