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Grand Canyon Trip Destinations | Lava Falls
in Grand Canyon AttractionsThe turbulent and raging Colorado River carves its path through the Grand Canyon and is regarded as one of the best whitewater adventures in the world.
Grand Canyon Adventurers | Glen and Bessie Hyde
in Grand Canyon HistoryWhat happened to Glen and Bessie Hyde? To this day, many adventure seekers who pass along the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon and are aware of the Hyde story
Grand Canyon Photography and Movie History
in Grand Canyon HistoryEllsworth and Emery Kolb, brothers who founded a photography studio at the Bright Angel trailhead,
Grand Canyon Fire Restrictions lifted
in News & EventsDue to the recent precipitation, fire restrictions have been lifted at the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon National Park had restrictions in place at the canyon’s north and south rims since June 30th.
Grand Canyon Raft Tours | John Wesley Powell Adventure
in Grand Canyon HistoryThis article focuses on the history of rafting tours in Grand Canyon. Long before tourists flocked to the Grand Canyon and embarked on tours of the natural landmark, 35-year-old John Wesley Powell led an adventure
Weekly discount offer announced | Includes FREE POPCORN
in News & EventsThis week’s offer includes 2 adult IMAX tickets and 2 small popcorn. The savings from buying these items individually equate to 2 FREE POPCORN.
Grand Canyon National Park | Preserving and Restoring
in News & EventsThe Grand Canyon National Park have $18 million earmarked for projects that focus on preserving and restoring park trails and making park facilities more energy efficient.
Weekly discount offer announced | Includes FREE PIZZA HUT PIZZA
in News & EventsThis week’s offer includes 2 adult IMAX tickets and 1 Pizza Hut personal pan pizza. The savings from buying these items individually equate to 1 FREE Pizza Hut personal pan pizza.
Grand Canyon National Park annual Star Party begins this Saturday June 18th
in News & EventsFrom June 18th to June 25th, visitors to the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim will be able to get free advice on star gazing from the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association.
Weekly discount offer announced | Includes FREE DVD
in News & EventsThis week’s offer includes 2 adult IMAX tickets, 2 Pizza Hut Personal Pan Pizzas OR 2 freshly made sandwiches & 2 drinks AND 1 IMAX Grand Canyon: The Movie DVD.
Visitor Center Announces Facebook Offer
in News & EventsTHIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED.
Testimonial: Grand Canyon IMAX makes visit memorable for disabled visitor from Ontario, Canada
in Grand Canyon Reviews & Testimonials, News & EventsMy husband and I took a trip to Las Vegas, as we had never been there before. While in Las Vegas we made the decision to drive down to the Grand Canyon and see what it had to offer.
Testimonial: Second visit to Grand Canyon delights family from Baltimore, Maryland
in Grand Canyon Reviews & TestimonialsMy husband and I were in Arizona seeing family and, since we hadn’t been to the Grand Canyon in such a long time, decided we’d visit again.
Visitor Center Announces Discount Offers
in News & EventsThe Grand Canyon Visitor Center announces limited time online offers.
Condor Encounter Live Bird Show Press
in News & EventsThe Condor Encounter Live Bird Show playing at the Visitor Center has started out to rave reviews.
Testimonial: Guests from Czech Republic amazed by trip to Grand Canyon
in Grand Canyon Reviews & TestimonialsMy family had friends in Arizona all the way from the Czech Republic. They wanted to see an iconic American tourist attraction, so we decided to take them to the Grand Canyon.
Testimonial: Couple from Santa Rosa, CA drives, trains to Grand Canyon
in Grand Canyon Reviews & TestimonialsMy husband and I wanted to take a road trip and, after consulting AAA magazine, decided to visit the Grand Canyon. We had never been before and had some friends who’d visited recently strongly recommend it.
Testimonial: Great Grand Canyon visit with in-town guests from Ohio
in Grand Canyon Reviews & TestimonialsMy wife and I had been to the Grand Canyon before but had friends coming to Phoenix from Ohio that had never visited.
Condor Encounter New Visitor Attraction
in News & EventsTusayan, AZ – 05/19/2011 – Grand Canyon Condor Encounter debuts this week here at the Visitor Center, Grand Canyon’s south rim entrance.
Testimonial: Great Road Trip From Seattle
in Grand Canyon Reviews & TestimonialsMy wife and I wanted to take a road trip through the Southwest and decided the Grand Canyon was a “must see” attraction. Especially since neither of us had ever been
Learn about the endangered Condor Encounter Live bird show
in News & EventsIf you can’t experience actual birds of prey in person while hiking in the Grand Canyon, don’t miss out on this opportunity to have a close encounter with
Shuttle Bus Service Resumes
in News & EventsGreat news! The shuttle bus service between the Grand Canyon Park and the town of Tusayan is set to resume—just in time for summer. Get full details,
Village Café
in Grand Canyon DiningAbout: Main St, Havasupai Village, Supai, AZ 928-448-2981 Description: SUPAI. Located on the Havasupai reservation, this simple restaurant isn’t elaborate, but it does offer a variety of filling fare for hungry diners. Cafeteria-style service is standard, and you’ll find sandwiches, daily specials, and such Mexican dishes as burritos, tacos, and frybread (a local specialty that serves […]
Maswik Cafeteria
in Grand Canyon DiningAbout: Maswik Lodge, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023 928-638-2631 Description: SOUTH RIM. It’s not intended to be a fancy, sit-down restaurant, but if you’re looking for quick, no-frills dining, you’ll find this cafeteria a satisfying alternative to fast food. A varied selection of dishes is available throughout the day, and options are meant to appeal […]
El Tovar Dining Room
in Grand Canyon DiningAbout: El Tovar Hotel, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023 928-638-2631, x6432 Description: SOUTH RIM. Dining at this historic, character-laden hotel is a must for many Grand Canyon visitors; as a result, getting reservations can be tough, especially in peak season. The rustic restaurant boasts elegant details, and tables overlooking the canyon are especially coveted. The […]
Bright Angel Restaurant
in Grand Canyon DiningAbout: Bright Angel Lodge, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023 928-638-2631 Description: SOUTH RIM. Punctuated by tree-log posts and beams and hovering, glass-globed chandeliers, this expansive restaurant makes for good eating any time of day. Come early for buckwheat pancakes or eggs, or break up a day of sight-seeing with a delicious adobo chicken sandwich. Dinner […]
Bright Angel Fountain
in Grand Canyon DiningAbout: Bright Angel Lodge, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023 928-638-2631 Description: SOUTH RIM. When the sun gets to be too much or you just need a break from the physicality that Grand Canyon sightseeing demands, head over to this appealing little spot and give yourself a treat. The Fountain offers a variety of snack foods […]
Arizona Room
in Grand Canyon DiningAbout: Bright Angel Lodge, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023 928-638-2631 Description: SOUTH RIM. Widely acclaimed for incredible sunset views of the canyon (it sits right on the South Rim), Arizona Room also satiates hungry appetites with well-prepared cuisine. An open kitchen makes the experience that much more immediate, and you’ll be hard-pressed to resist a […]
Verkamp’s
in Grand Canyon ShoppingAbout: Near El Tovar Hotel, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023 888-817-0806 Description: SOUTH RIM. This expansive enterprise, whose current building is distinguished by arched portals, originated from a tent in the late 19th century. Although that attempt wasn’t ultimately lucrative, a second endeavor took off, and today, the family-owned business is a certified success. […]
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