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Southwest Travel Tucson In The Riviera Maya

Posted by admin on May 6, 2010 with 0 Comments

Southwest Travel Tucson is heading to an exotic beach front location in exciting Riviera Maya. Offering members the opportunity experience the finest luxury resorts throughout the world is one of the things that makes Southwest Travel Tucson a great partner for travel. Explore the beautiful Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen at the exotic and luxurious Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Resort and Spa with Southwest Travel Tucson

Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda Beach Resort & Spa – Playa del Carmen

Travel with Southwest Travel Tucson as we enjoy one of the finest resort destinations in the Riviera Maya. A newly renovated 5 star all inclusive resort and spa, the Bluebay Grand Esmeralda boasts more than just fine accommodations. As a place to relax and experience many activities in one of Mexico’s most beautiful locations, the Bluebay Grand Esmeralda offers large swimming pools, spacious spa, private beach front and much more. Enjoy all the fine amenities at the Bluebay Grand Esmeralda with Southwest Travel Tucson.

A fully equipped gym, many children’s activities, beautiful restaurants featuring fine dining options, spacious and luxurious suites and of course, the spa. Offering guests a wide range of services by qualified and professional staff, the spa of the Bluebay Grand Esmeralda is one of the most modern and advanced facilities available. Relax in style and comfort with Southwest Travel Tucson at the Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Resort and Spa on your next vacation.

Vacationing In Playa del Carmen With Southwest Travel Tucson

There are many opportunities and destinations located throughout the Riviera Maya for you to explore the history and beauty of the area. Visit the top locations for a true Riviera Maya experience with Southwest Travel Tucson.

Tulum and Chichenitza – 30 minutes from Playa del Carmen are the ruins of an ancient people, the Mayans. Tulum offers visitors the opportunity to experience one of the most well known ruins left by these amazing people. A fortress stronghold high up on a cliff overlooking the sea, lie the ruins of Tulum. Explore the history as well as the mysteries of the Mayans with Southwest Travel Tucson in Tulum.

Further into the State of Yucatan lie the ruins of another remnant of the Mayans ancient civilization, Chichenitza. Constructed between 550 and 900 AD, this was one of the most powerful strongholds for the Mayans. Created during the peak of the Mayan civilization, Chichenitza offers visitors another amazing destination for exploring with Southwest Travel Tucson.

Puerto Morelos – Snorkeling and diving are popular ways of relaxing in the beautiful Riviera Maya with Southwest Travel Tucson. The warm clear waters, friendly people, stunning coral reefs and small town atmosphere make Puerto Morelos a great way to enjoy the region and it’s culture with Southwest Travel Tucson.

Many other destinations offer great ways to explore the beautiful Riviera Maya and Playa del Carmen on a vacation with Southwest Travel Tucson. Be part of the culture, experience the richness, and enjoy the beauty of Mexico and it’s stunning natural wonders with Southwest Travel Tucson on your next vacation in the Riviera Maya.

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Southwest Travel Club Tucson AZ Celebrates With US National Parks FREE

Posted by admin on April 15, 2010 with 0 Comments

Yes free! In celebration of National Park Week, all U.S. National Park Entry Fees are gone, for a time. This April 17th - 25th, Southwest Travel Club invites you to enjoy a free visit to any of the 392 National Parks in the U.S.  No tricks, no gimmicks, just the National Park Systems way of welcoming you to explore what they have to offer you. Free programing and tours are always offered, but it usually costs up to $32 per car to gain entrance. Take advantage of these wonderful gifts of both our National Parks and saving money as well. If you have never been to one of our National Parks, now is a great time to make that first visit. Explore our beautiful National Parks with Southwest Travel Club Tucson.

In honor of Southwest Travel Clubs own state of Arizona, we invite you to explore the wonderful National Parks right here in Arizona. Home to a number of National Parks, and monuments, those who will be in Arizona have the opportunity to explore any of the following National sites in the state including:

  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument - Chinle, AZ
    • cost - Free year round
  • Casa Grande Ruins National Monument - Coolidge, AZ
    • cost -$5 per person, children under 15 free year round  - Good for 7 days
  • Chiricahua National Monument - Willcox, AZ
    • cost -$5 per person, children under 15 free year round - Good for 7 days
  • Coronado National Memorial - Hereford, AZ
    • cost - Free year round
  • Fort Bowie National Historic Site - Willcox, AZ
    • cost - Free year round
  • Glen Canyon National Recreation Area - Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, AZ,UT
    • $15 per vehicle or $7 per person - children under 16 free year round
  • Grand Canyon National Park - Grand Canyon, AZ
    • $25 per vehicle - Good for 7 days
  • Hohokam Pima National Monument - Coolidge, AZ
    • cost - Free year round
  • Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site - Ganado, AZ
    • cost -No entry fee - tour fees of $2 per person
  • Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail - Nogales, AZ to San Francisco, CA, AZ,CA
    • cost - Free year round
  • Lake Mead National Recreation Area - the Mojave Desert, AZ,NV
    • cost -$5 per vehicle
  • Montezuma Castle National Monument - Camp Verde, AZ
    • cost -$5 per vehicle - good for 7 days
  • Navajo National Monument - Black Mesa, AZ
    • cost -Free year round
  • Old Spanish National Historic Trail - AZ,CA,CO,NV,NM,UT
    • cost -Free year round
  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument - Ajo, AZ
    • cost -$8 per vehicle - good for 7 days
  • Parashant National Monument - Northern Arizona, AZ
    • cost -Free year round
  • Petrified Forest National Park - Petrified Forest National Park, AZ
    • cost -$10 per vehicle - good for 7 days
  • Pipe Spring National Monument - Fredonia, AZ
    • cost -$5 per person - good for 7 days - children under 16 free year round
  • Saguaro National Park - Tucson, AZ
    • cost -$10 per vehicle - good for 7 days
  • Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument - Flagstaff, AZ
    • cost -$5 per person - good for 7 days - children under 16 free year round
  • Tonto National Monument - Roosevelt, AZ
    • cost -$3 per person - good for 7 days - children under 16 free year round
  • Tumacácori National Historical Park - Tumacácori, AZ
    • cost -$3 per person - good for 7 days - children under 16 free year round
  • Tuzigoot National Monument - Clarkdale, AZ
    • cost - $5 per person - good for 7 days - children under 16 free year round
  • Walnut Canyon National Monument - Flagstaff, AZ
    • cost - $5 per person - good for 7 days - children under 16 free year round
  • Wupatki National Monument - Flagstaff, AZ
    • cost - $5 per person - good for 7 days - children under 16 free year round
  • Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area - Yuma, AZ
    • cost -Free year round

Not all National Park locations have entrance fees, so if  you are concerned with costs, check the prices located next to each site for the usual fees to enter. Remember, they are all free beginning on Saturday, so cost is no object for the next week. Southwest Travel Club AZ invites you to explore your National Parks.

Begun in 1916, our National Park Service has been protecting many of the United States most historic and precious natural features.  Their objectives include “caring for the environment, preserving history, revitalizing communities, and inviting stewardship”. In an effort to promote ecologically sound tourism, promote U.S. travel and a healthy lifestyle, Southwest Travel Club Tucson AZ invites you to spend some time at our amazing National Parks.

For a full list of all the National Parks offered in the U.S., visit the National Park Service website at www.nps.gov.

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Southwest Travel Club Staying Informed On Current Events

Posted by admin on April 12, 2010 with 0 Comments

World travel information is globally accessible thanks to the internet. News websites, Twitter and thousands of travel bloggers make it easy to find information about your next destination for travel.


Most destinations provide accommodations which feature high speed internet access for a fee or more often, as an offered amenity with your reservation. In this world where most people have a computer or at least a phone that offers internet access, it can be simple for you to stay informed. Southwest Travel Club encourages you to stay informed on destinations around the world.


U.S. Providing Information


In a world full of information overload, Southwest Travel Club knows that it may seem a bit daunting to choose which travel advice to heed. A search of one destination, provides thousands of results, your job is to decide which ones are beneficial, and more than that, which to believe. The internet is filled with people’s opinions and views on their particular experience, which do you believe?


Your job is to glean what is helpful, take into account opinions that may be useful, but try to stick to the facts. As your safety when traveling abroad is in your hands, it is your job to be an educated traveler. The easiest way to do this, is to check what the government has to say first. The U.S. Government tries to keep travelers informed as to current events at destinations throughout the world, as well as other information that will be helpful to you on travel rules and regulations.


Travel.State.Gov is provided to you to give you tips, international information, as well as laws and current travel alerts and warnings around the world. With a Country Index, you can search your destination and find out what information may be helpful. Documents needed, nearest Consular to your destination and more are all provided in this single site for your benefit. DHS, or the Department of Homeland Security, also provides a wealth of information on travel abroad, more specifically, passport information and border crossing.


Southwest Travel Club would like you to stay informed. Providing information to you on interesting destinations for travel, websites which will help you be prepared and current events that may impact your travels is our goal. You are in charge of your next vacation, but you are not alone. By being aware and informed, you can help make your next vacation go more smoothly and be much more enjoyable. Let Southwest Travel Club help you plan your next vacation.


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