Local Resources
This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area.
| Tucson Schools | |
| Catalina Foothills (Dist.16) - Dedicated to high academic achievement | |
| Flowing Wells (Dist.8) - A tradition of excellence | |
| Amphitheater (district 10) - Believe that everyone has unique strengths | |
| Marana - Supportive learning enviroment | |
| Sahuarita (District 30) - Safe learning enviroment | |
| Sunnyside ( District 12) - Goal for all students to exceed in academics | |
| Tanque Verde (district 13) - Goal of excellence | |
| Tucson Unified School District (District 1) - Home to nearly 60,000 students and 3,700 teachers | |
| University of Arizona - One of the nation's top 20 research institutions | |
| Vail (District 20) - Safe and nurturing school communities | |
| Tucson Entertainment | |
| Casino of the Sun - Tucson's newest Pasqua Yaqui Tribe owned casino | |
| Colossal Cave - Learn about the cave's history, legends & geology | |
| Desert Diamond Casino - Tohono O'odham Nation provides this venue for exciting entertainment | |
| Desert Museum - "Where the desert comes alive"! | |
| Flandrau Planetarium - Observatory and Science Center | |
| Fourth Avenue Street Fair - There is always something to do on Fourth Avenue! | |
| Gaslight Theatre - "The Hottest Thing to Hit Tucson Since Sunshine"! | |
| Kartchner Cavern - Many rooms are open year round! | |
| Kitt Peak National Observatory - a large collectional of astronomical observatories | |
| Old Tucson Studios - Arizona's Hollywood in the desert! | |
| Pima Air and Space Museum - Look at the old aircrafts | |
| Reid Park Zoo - Be sure to visit the walk through aviary | |
| San Xavier Mission - "The White Dove of the Desert" | |
| Sonora Desert Museum - World-renowned zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden, all in one place! | |
| Sunshine Jeep Tours - Provides memorable events for group tours! | |
| Tohono Chul Park - Beautiful gardens and a great Tea Room | |
| Tucson Arts District - Explore many art galleries and restaurants | |
| Tucson Botanical Gardens - 16 specialty gardens within 5 1/2 acres | |
| Tucson Children Museum - Great hands on experience for children! | |
| Tucson Gem Show - Only 2 weeks every winter, so make sure you catch it when it comes! | |
| Wildlife Museum - Tucson's Natural History Museum | |
| Newspapers | |
| Arizona Daily Star - Great local newspaper | |
| Explorer News - Local North and Northwest Tucson news | |
| Inside Tucson Business - Local business news | |
| Tucson Citizen - Another great local newspaper | |
| USA Today - A great national newspaper! | |
| Liz and Tom's Favorite Restaurants | |
| Acacia Restaurant - Upscale dining | |
| Anthony's in the Catalinas - Continental cuisine, award winning wine list, and breath-taking views. | |
| Beyond Bread - Breads, salads and sandwiches. Liz's favorite is Cool down South | |
| Bluepoint Kitchen & Oyster Bar - Try the sweet potato fries | |
| Cuvee Bistro - Delicious lunch and dinner | |
| Feast - Excellent menu! | |
| Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - A diversity of foods makes Firebirds appealing | |
| Fleming's Steak House - Wine Spectator's Top 100 | |
| Fox Resturant Concepts - Enjoy one of Fox's trendy resturants | |
| Gavi Restaurant - Casual Italian located in the Catalina Foothills. | |
| Hacienda del Sol - One of Tucson's hidden secrets. Great Food! Great Wine! | |
| Janos - Innovative southwestern cuisine | |
| Le Rendez-vous - Fabulous French cuisine. Intimate setting. | |
| Metro Restaurants - Try all these restuarants. This local chain has something for evryone. | |
| Miquels - This restuarant is great! Awesome southwest cuisine. | |
| Pastiche - Warm and inviting. Pastiche offers bistro sized entrees. | |
| PF Changs - Upscale asian cuisine. Try the lettuce wraps. | |
| Poca Cosa - Menu changes daily. | |
| Ra Sushi - Great sushi at La Encantada. | |
| Red Sky Cafe - Tons of specials, try them all! | |
| Sullivan's Steak House - Great atmosphere | |
| Terra Cotta - Tucson Original! | |
| The Dish - One of our favorites. Awesome wine selection | |
| The Gold Room - Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! | |
| The Ventana Room - Tucson's only 5 star restaurant | |
| Zivaz Mexican Bistro - Voted best fast casual restaurant! | |
| Zona 78 - Great eclectic food and wine! | |
| Relocation Links | |
| Catalina Foothills Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Arizona Daily Star - Read our local paper | |
| Department of Motor Vehicles - Vehicle registration | |
| Department of Social Security - Information about changing your address | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Voter Registration - Register to Vote | |
| The "Old Pueblo" | |
| City of Tucson Official Website - All the information about Tucson you'll need to know. | |
| Visitors Center - research local area info, stats, and events | |
| Tucson Golf | |
| Arizona National - A desert golf club at its finest | |
| Forty Niner Country Club - course layout is known for its lush, mature landscaping and excellent conditioning | |
| Gallery Golf Club - Check out their awesome course! | |
| Oro Valley Country Club - Plesant atmosphere with fine dining and great social activities | |
| Skyline Country Club - At 3,000 feet in altitude, this resort has spectacular city views | |
| Starr Pass Golf Resort - Rich with culture and beauty, make your golf reservation now | |
| Tucson Country Club - Beautiful scenery | |
| Tucson Golf Guide - Go here to see the best courses in Arizona! | |
| Tucson Performing Arts | |
| Arizona Opera - Adult and youth programs, and excellent preformences | |
| Arizona Theatre Company - Strive to reach new levels of artistic excellence | |
| Ballet Arizona - Dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance | |
| Broadway in Tucson - Musicals and special events, see what's coming soon! | |
| Gaslight Theatre - Family theatre and dinner enterainment | |
| Tucson Jazz - Enjoy jazz at local venues! | |
| Tucson Museum of Art - Awesome tours! | |
| Tucson Symphony - Oldest professional preforming arts organization in all of Arizona | |
| University of Arizona Presents - Great experience, see what's coming soon | |
| Liz loves to Shop | |
| AJ's Fine Foods - Unique and gourmet food items | |
| Casas Adobes Plaza - Captivated visitors for over 50 years | |
| Crate and Barrel - Great gift ideas! | |
| Farmer's Markets - Join a garden club! | |
| La Encantada - Fabulous resturants and shops! | |
| Park Place Mall - With 120 stores, 22 restaurants and 20 movie screens, you'll have a blast! | |
| Table Talk - Locally owned since 1976 | |
| Trail Dust Town - Tucson landmark for over 40 years | |
| Tucson Mall - Over 200 shops and department stores | |
| Williams-Sonoma - awesome cookbooks and cookware! | |
| Resorts and Spas | |
| Arizona Inn - A Tucson Favorite | |
| Canyon Ranch - Award winning resorts, take your next vacation here! | |
| Hilton El Conquistador - Majestic resort set in the breathtaking Catalina Mountain range | |
| Miraval Resort and Spa - Ranked as the #1 spa by readers of Conde Nast and Travel and Leisure | |
| Omni Tucson National - Omni Tucson National is sure to take your breath away | |
| The Lodge at Ventana - Spectacular views and setting | |
| Westin La Paloma - This resort was named one of the top 20 resorts in the Continential United States | |
| Westward Look Resort - Beautiful views surrounding this nature lover's resort | |
| Schools | |
| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| Wine Bars/Lounges | |
| 58 Degrees - Check out some upcoming tastings! | |
| Armitage Wine Bar - Premium wine and cocktail lounge | |
| Level - Awesome enterainment and cocktails | |
| Local Wine Events - All the hip wine events on one site! | |
| Vin Tabla - A new American small plate restaurant | |
| Wine Brothers - Check out what's new! | |
| Women For Wine Sense - Tickets for tastings are always on sale | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
