Phoenix, Arizona is a city of sunshine, lush golf courses, exclusive resorts and the renowned Desert Botanical Garden. It is also home to some of the most impressive architecture, thanks to Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the city's most famous residents who lived there from the late 1920s until his passing in 1959. There are countless reasons to move to Phoenix this year, but here are 20 of our favorite reasons why you should love this city. It's no surprise that Phoenix is known as the Valley of the Sun. With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, sunscreen is a must-have item.
The Arizona Science Center is a great place to learn about science with over 350 hands-on exhibits, stargazing at the Dorrance Planetarium and IMAX movies. High-end resorts, Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses and incredible casinos make Phoenix a tourist's dream destination, attracting more than 16 million people annually. Living in Phoenix means you can take advantage of all the city has to offer every day and the Grand Canyon is just a day's drive away. No matter what your interests are - music, ballet, theater - you can find it in Phoenix.
Visit Symphony Hall to enjoy the Phoenix Symphony Orchestra, Opera and Ballet. For music under the stars, the Ak-Chin Pavilion has a capacity of 20,000 people and has hosted bands such as Nine Inch Nails, Fall Out Boy and Green Day. More than 19 million people visit the metropolitan area every year to enjoy the weather, shop till they drop and savor food in fabulous restaurants. But why visit when you can enjoy all these benefits all year round? The sunny climate and mountainous desert terrain make Phoenix ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, fishing, rock climbing, tubing and horseback riding.
With more than 180 parks, 41,000 acres of desert and mountain reserves and over 200 miles of trails, there's something for everyone in Phoenix. In your spare time you can play Frisbee and have a picnic at one of the largest municipal parks in the country - South Mountain Park and Preserve. Drive Phoenix Mountains Preserve on State Route 51 or climb Camelback Mountain. Watch the sunrise at Hole-in-the-Rock in Papago Park.
When it comes to moving to Phoenix, December through May is the best time due to pleasant weather conditions. While relocation costs may be cheaper during this time period, it's best to avoid moving during a monsoon or dust storm as wild weather can make travel dangerous. Here are 10 reasons why you should move to Phoenix:
- More than 300 days of sunshine per year
- High-end resorts
- Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses
- Incredible casinos
- Grand Canyon just a day's drive away
- Music, ballet and theater
- 180 parks
- 41,000 acres of desert and mountain reserves
- 200 miles of trails
- Affordable living costs
If you're interested in moving to Phoenix or anywhere in the Phoenix area - give us a call!.
