"Canyon Ranch Tucson created the all-inclusive health and wellness resort experience when it opened in 1979 in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, surrounded by the saguaro-filled Sonoran Desert. Here, outdoorsy pursuits like desert hiking, rock climbing, and mountain biking add a whole new dimension to the usual spa experience; of course, if you'd prefer to be pampered, facilities are top notch, with an amazing team of medical, exercise, nutrition, and life management experts. Despite this and a wide and rigorous array of classes, guests often single out the food as a favorite element: Expect healthful dishes that draw on the desert landscape, such as stuffed poblano peppers with calabacitas, mashed black beans, and guajillo pepper sauce. After all, Tucson is the first city in the United States to be designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy." - CNT Editors
