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Start Your Engines for Fun Ahead: The Camping World.Com 500 Race

03/27/2015

If you’re a NASCAR fan, you probably already have this event marked on your calendar — the CampingWorld.com 500, at Phoenix International Raceway. This fourth race in the Sprint Series 2015 schedule will be run on Sunday afternoon, March 15, and is expected to draw thousands of race fans from nearby vacation venues to this glorious one-mile stretch.

 

Although 47 cars were on the original entry list, only 43 have qualified for the race. Defending champion Kevin Harvick is a heavy favorite to win, after his recent victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. He’s also the holder of the record…

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Ten of Scottsdale’s Best-Kept Secrets

03/27/2015

Every place has them — the hidden gems, places that often even locals take some time to discover. And when they do, they often keep the good news to themselves so these places don’t get overrun by tourists. At Toscana of Desert Ridge, we want to share these hidden gems with you: the following are just a few of those gems you can explore when you visit — as long as you agree to keep them very quiet!

1. Taliesin West by Night
If you know about Frank Lloyd Wright, you know about this Western retreat, built in 1937 in…

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Guaranteed Sunshine: The Best Time to Visit Arizona

12/30/2014

 

There’s never a bad time to visit Arizona! The state is full of great events, breathtaking landmarks, and delicious food from top chefs. But if you’re looking to enjoy the very best time to see all the Copper State has to offer, you’ll find great opportunities in January, February, and March. (Check out our January Newsletter!) Then, you can enjoy temperatures that are warm, but not too hot, and there are plenty of unique events to check out. We here at Toscana put together lists for each month featuring three of the most exciting events the state…

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Coffee Shops You have to visit in Phoenix

10/26/2014

Phoenix has a wealth of stunning sights and fascinating areas, but it also has a range of amazing coffee shops. Whether you’re a resident of the city, in the market for a home, or visiting, you have to try the selection we’ve put together below. A coffee shop should be so much more than just the drinks it sells and the prices it demands – a coffee shop is also about the decor, the atmosphere, the experience.
 

Phoenix Coffee Shops to Visit
 
The Coffee Shop
 

Based in the…

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