{"id":97174804,"date":"2016-02-09T18:51:24","date_gmt":"2016-02-09T18:51:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/?p=97174804"},"modified":"2016-02-09T18:51:24","modified_gmt":"2016-02-09T18:51:24","slug":"5-ways-to-beat-the-heat-in-phoenix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/5-ways-to-beat-the-heat-in-phoenix\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Beat the Heat in Phoenix"},"content":{"rendered":"

They don\u2019t call Phoenix<\/a> the Valley of the Sun for nothing! If you\u2019ve ever had the pleasure to visit Arizona\u2019s capital, you may have noticed that this place gets hot. Phoenix has more days that reach 100\u00b0F than any other major American city. Temperatures routinely top out above 80\u00b0F, even during winter! If you\u2019re feeling a little sun shy in Phoenix, don\u2019t worry. Here are some great ways to beat the heat.<\/p>\n

1.) Enjoy the nightlife.<\/h3>\n
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Sure, Phoenix\u2019s daytime temperatures are notorious. When the scorching sun sets, though, the evening air is very accommodating to those who want to experience the city\u2019s bustling nightlife. For trendy bars and nightclubs, head to the upscale northeast suburb of Scottsdale. Often called \u201cSouth Beach in the Desert,\u201d Scottsdale presents several pedestrian-friendly options in Old Town and along the Camelback Corridor. Downtown Phoenix, which is slightly more \u201chipster,\u201d presents an array of great lounges like Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails<\/a> and The Duce<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2.) Cool off at the museums.<\/h3>\n
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On a sizzling day, air conditioning can be your best friend. Thankfully, Phoenix is home to a diverse range of seriously cool museums. If you find yourself in the college town of Tempe, be sure to explore the ASU Art Museum<\/a>. There are more than 12,000 pieces packed within its five exhibition spaces, which focus on contemporary and Southwestern art.<\/p>\n

Those who have a penchant for music will appreciate the Musical Instrument Museum<\/a> in northern Phoenix. Opened in 2010, this privately funded institution has collected more than 15,000 instruments from around the globe. This is one museum where the audio guide is truly worthwhile.<\/p>\n

3.) Go to a game!<\/h3>\n
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As one of only 12 cities with franchises in all four of America\u2019s major sports leagues, Phoenix features sporting events throughout the year. All of these teams play indoors\u2014a considerable convenience for fans and athletes who want to keep cool.<\/p>\n

The NFL\u2019s Arizona Cardinals play in a one-of-a-kind domed football stadium with a retractable roof. Across the street from the Cardinals\u2019 stadium, you\u2019ll find the arena for the NHL\u2019s Phoenix Coyotes. Downtown Phoenix is home to the venues for the NBA\u2019s Phoenix Suns and MLB\u2019s Arizona Diamondbacks. Like the Cardinals, the Diamondbacks\u2019 field features a modern retractable roof.<\/p>\n

4.) Head a few miles north.<\/h3>\n
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While Phoenix may be scorching hot during the day, some higher-elevated locales just north of the Valley experience temperatures that are 10-20 degrees cooler. Less than two hours north is Sedona, a tourist-friendly destination surrounded by beautiful red sandstone formations. This area is home to several resorts, spas, and hiking trails. While cooler than Phoenix, Sedona can still get hot during the summer. For even more temperate conditions, head a few miles farther north to the mountainous outdoor paradise of Flagstaff<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5.) Add some high quality H2O.<\/h3>\n
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If there\u2019s one surefire remedy for a hot day, it\u2019s water. Naturally, Phoenix is home to many water parks for families looking to cool off. Featuring more than 30 attractions, Wet ‘n’ Wild<\/a> in North Phoenix is the newest and largest water park in the metro area. On the southeast end of town, there\u2019s Big Surf Waterpark<\/a>. Opened in 1969, this facility lays claims to being America\u2019s first water park. Another popular local park is Mesa Golfland Sunsplash<\/a>, which stays open year-round as a joint miniature golf course and water park attraction.<\/p>\n

Phoenix\u2019s low-humidity, five-month summers offer a host of benefits to residents and visitors. For those who don’t want to embrace the sunshine, the Valley also presents an array of cooler alternatives.<\/p>\n

How do you like to beat the heat when you\u2019re in Phoenix<\/a>? Splash around in the comments!<\/p>\n

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