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FLEXCHANGE
Looking for a last-minute break?
Through Flexchange® , you can request an exchange from 59 days to 24 hours before check-in. The list of
available destinations changes often, so sign in to IntervalWorld.com to get the latest, and make an exchange.
ADDITIONAL
ANTICIPATED
destinations
in the West:
Desert drama meets modern metropolis. That’s
Phoenix — as renowned for its high-end shopping,
world-class galleries, and manicured golf courses as
for its cactus-studded nature trails and star-spangled
skies.
What to do: Stay cool! When not floating in the pool,
spend the hottest hours of the day in air-conditioned
museums, stores, galleries, and attractions. And like
the desert’s nocturnal inhabitants, re-emerge at night
when the dry air means cooler temperatures to
embark on a night hike or choose from a cornucopia
of dining options.
Where to do it: Downtown Phoenix is where
shopping, dining, nightlife, and entertainment come
together. Art and history lovers won’t want to miss the
Heard Museum, which showcases Native American
collections. And baseball fans can root for the home
team, the Arizona Diamondbacks, at the air-conditioned,
retractable roof–equipped Chase Field.
Why go now: Fewer crowds, shorter lines, and
lighter traffic. And some leisure activities — such as the
area’s celebrated golf courses — reduce their rates.
Insider’s tip: To burn off some energy without
getting a sunburn, sign up for a moonlight guided hike
at one of the nearby Maricopa County parks.
Visit Phoenix