It’s not quite New York, but Tucson has a thriving music scene of its own. Local radio station KXCI is known for its uniquely independent playlists, and notable artists such as Calexico, Neko Case, Giant Sand, and Flagrante Delicto all live and play in downtown Tucson.

Tucson is hospitable. Nearly four million visitors, along with their horses, arrive each year to explore the area’s western lifestyles and stellar landscape. The region boasts over 15,000 rooms for humans and dozens of horse stables. Tourists and residents alike enjoy world-class lodging options.