The Hualapai Tribe of Arizona expects a big boost in tourism once it opens a glass skywalk over the Grand Canyon.
Construction is still underway on the unique structure, perched 4,000 feet above the canyon. The tribe expects a grand opening at the end of this year.
The skywalk is part of the Grand Canyon West, the tribe's $40 million tourism venture. About 500 people visit every day, with the number expected to double once the skywalk opens to the public.
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(The Deseret Morning News 9/5)
Relevant Links:
Grand Canyon West - http://www.destinationgrandcanyon.com/indexe.html
Grand
Canyon - http://www.nps.gov/grca
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