PHOENIX & CENTRAL ARIZONA


SCOTTSDALE AND THE NORTHEAST VALLEY


Scottsdale takes pride in its ability to offer a wealth


of charm, style and sophistication in the serene Sonoran Desert. Expect world famous dining, one of a kind shopping, a vibrant arts-oriented downtown, celebrated resorts, and championship golf, just minutes from activities such as rock climbing, race car driving, horseback riding, Jeep safaris and balloon flights. The options for entertaining are nearly endless and Scottsdale’s more than 70 hotels and resorts range from five-star luxury to nicely appointed accommodations. Culture cravers will seek out Taliesin West, architect


Frank Lloyd Wright’s one-time winter retreat and Cosanti, the workshop of futurist Paolo Soleri, whose hand-crafted bronze and ceramic wind chimes have long been one of the state’s most distinctive keepsakes. December 2010 marks the dedication of the Paolo Soleri Bridge and Plaza in Old Town Scottsdale. Built along the Arizona Canal, this is the first bridge built by Soleri, though he has designed over 60 bridges


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in his lifetime. The structure features two steel-clad 64- foot pylons that demonstrate the importance of the solar movement and create a shaft of light across the canal. Scottsdale Public Art recently celebrated its 25th


anniversary. Currently more than 70 permanent pieces and 30 temporary artworks are located throughout the downtown area, creating an outdoor museum and interactive exhibit. Make sure to see The Doors and Sound Passage on the corner of Camelback and Scottsdale Roads;


Talking Stick Golf Club


step inside for a light and sound experience you won’t find anywhere else. It’s little wonder why two upscale national magazines


recently named Scottsdale as the best city in the U.S. for golf. Serious golfers have long flocked to the 200-plus courses that are sprinkled throughout the Valley of the Sun. Traditional tree-lined “parkland” courses, nine- hole “beginners” courses and dramatic “target-style” desert courses all beckon, but for those seeking top- rated “trophy” courses, Scottsdale overflows. Start with the TPC Stadium Course, home to the largest crowds in golf when the PGA Tour’s Waste Management Phoenix Open takes place there in early February. The par-3 16th hole, where Tiger Woods scored his famous ace in 1997, is considered the most raucous in golf. The TPC Stadium’s sister course, the Champions, is every bit the challenge of its Tour-worthy sibling.


REJUVENATION Arizona is certainly known for its luxurious spas. You’ve surely Westin Kierland Spa Meditation Room


heard of the celebrity-laden Canyon Ranch, and seen Miraval on Oprah, but did you know that for more than 100 years people have been traveling to Arizona for the immeasurable health benefits of its warm dry climate. SpaFinder, Inc. recently released their top spa trends for 2011, which mentions an increase in spas wishing to draw groups looking for a unique event experience. After spending the day sitting in meetings, make a point to check out the spa at your resort or a nearby day spa and experience ingredients drawn from Arizona’s natural environs – juniper, sage and sandalwood combined with desert honey and river rocks make the perfect self-indulgent recipe. Arizona’s warm winters enable spa-goers to sun by outdoor pools in January, and summer off-months offer unheard of discounts and special “cool-down” experiences that will take you away from the heat. Don’t hesitate to indulge yourself in relaxation and luxury.


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