SEPTEMBER 2010

ARIZONA’S LUXURIOUS TUBAC GOLF RESORT TOHOST EXCITING HOT-AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL

Tubac Golf Resort, nestled in the 500-acre Otero Ranch in south-ern Arizona, is its Historical Landmark Resort and a member ofthe distinctive Historic Hotels of America and Preferred HotelGroup. Surrounded by majestic mountain ranges, this naturallybeautiful setting is conveniently located yet seemingly worlds away.Upon arrival, when guests see the resort’s beautiful white arches,lush manicured lawns and large cottonwood trees, they instantlyfeel miles away from the hustle of the city. The resort is where “TinCup” with Kevin Costner was filmed.

The extraordinary 27-hole golf resort has all the amenities trav-elers desire—98 luxurious rooms and suites with fireplaces andJacuzzi tubs, conference center, a new 5,000-square-foot spa anda full-service salon, steam, sauna and relaxation room, shops onproperty and nearby, two exquisite restaurants, tennis, swimming,hiking, biking, and a 17th-century style chapel for weddings andretreats.

This year, the First Annual Tubac Balloon Festival on November20 promises to be the most exciting event ever to come to southernArizona. Specially shaped hot-air balloons, the Bumble Bees andSpiderman,—and other seven-story-tall “gentle giants” will glowlike giant light bulbs against the evening sky. Tubac Golf Resort &Spa’s lush green fairways and the Sonoran Desert backdrop are absolutely the perfect setting for this evening of excitement andfamily fun.

An exceptional variety of food and beverage will be provided byDos Silos and the Stables Ranch Grill. Guests can enjoy a sit-downgourmet meal or visit one of their concessions for a favorite foodor beverage. Local merchants and vendors will be showing off theirwares and promoting the community of Tubac. There will truly besomething for everyone at the Festival.

The evening will be capped off by the world-famous ArizonaSkyhawks Parachute Team making a spectacular nighttime skydive into the event. Special “glow in the dark” suits and flares willadd to the visual effect and excitement.Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, 800-848-7893, lcormier@tubacgolfresort.com, www.tubacgolfresort.com

UNIQUE OUTDOOR WEDDING VENUEUNVEILED AT THE BOULDERS, ARIZONA

The Boulders Resort has unveiled “Promise Rock,” a one-of-a-kind outdoor wedding venue accommodating up to 130 guests. Theelevated site is surrounded by ancient boulders with a waterfall anda lush green manicured meadow that is a natural “desert bouquet.”Discovered by the Boulders but created by nature, the site has alsobeen confirmed as sacred grounds and may be placed on the na-tional registry. When couples exchange their vows in front ofPromise Rock, it’s as if history itself is blessing the union.

Awash in cool, spa-style elegance, the enchanting resort, which ispart of The Waldorf Astoria Collection, features sweeping views ofsun-splashed terrain, towering cacti, ancient boulders, and abun-dant wildlife. Spacious, lavish casitas feature overstuffed leatherchairs, warm woods, and aromatic wood-burning fireplaces.

World-renowned Golden Door spa, with a full-service salon andoffering romantic couples treatments, was voted among the Top 10Best Spas In the World by Spa Finder. It has 24 treatment roomsoffering relaxing massages, therapeutic baths and other indul-gences. Four sparkling pools, including one with a rock waterfall,also provide peaceful serenity.

Six inviting restaurants serve delicious, Southwestern-inspired cui-sine ranging from casual to elegant. Additional resort recreation in-cludes tennis, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and shopping.The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa, 888-579-2631,www.theboulders.com

FALL IS THE ‘SEASON OF PERSONALDISCOVERY’ AT FAIRMONT SCOTTSDALE

From September 10 to November 20, guests at Arizona’sFairmont Scottsdale Princess can discover and indulge their pas-sions with a menu of unique experiences.

The resort will be offering tequila, wine and bourbon tastings; ce-viche, beef and oyster tastings; couples massage lessons and mini-makeovers, cooking classes and dance lessons; photography, water-color art and mixology classes; Sonoran Trail Eco-tours; the WildWest Roughrider Cookout; celebrity chef dinners and celebrity golfoutings. Price is $20-$60 per person. Those interested should visitthe hotel’s website September 1.

Overlooking breathtaking vistas of the McDowell Mountains, theFairmont Scottsdale Princess, with its enchanting Spanish colonialarchitecture, offers a refreshing blend of Southwestern luxury, art,and design. The resort has 649 exquisitely appointed guestrooms,including a magnificent 3,700-square-foot super-suite located in asecluded, private enclave.

A recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award every year since1990, the resort also has boasted accolades from near and far forits outstanding culinary program, exceptional guest service, unpar-alleled meeting facilities, and the exquisite Willow Stream Spa.The hotel also boasts world-class golf and recreation.Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 866-540-4495, scottsdale@fairmont.com, www.scottsdaleprincess.com

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NEW ALHI MEMBER WIGWAM GOLF RESORT& SPA UNDERGOING $8-MILLION RENOVATION

Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa in Arizona has been accepted as thenewest member of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI)and will now receive dedicated National Sales services and supportby ALHI’s National Sales team throughout North America. TheWigwam Golf Resort & Spa is owned by JDM Partners, and man-aged by Destination Hotels & Resorts, which has several of its lead-ing hotels in the ALHI membership.

“We’re truly pleased to have the renowned Wigwam Golf Resort& Spa back in the national picture as an incredible meeting and in-centive option, and again as part of the ALHI membership,” saidDavid Gabri, President and CEO of ALHI. “Wigwam’s beautifulsetting and timeless appeal in the popular Phoenix area will be evenfurther enhanced when the resort completes an extensive $8-mil-lion makeover this fall, making it a truly outstanding meeting andincentive resort. The resort offers extensive meeting space, beauti-ful outdoor venues, incredible golf, a world-class spa, and wonder-ful dining experiences and event culinary expertise.”

The Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa, which recently celebrated its80th anniversary, is located in the West Valley of Phoenix.Combining casual elegance with the charm of authentic Arizona,Wigwam offers 331 guest rooms (including 72 spacious suites)with beautiful Southwestern décor, 43,000 square feet of indoormeeting space (including the 10,800-square-foot WigwamBallroom), 54 holes of championship golf, the luxurious Red DoorSpa by Elizabeth Arden, three pools, nine tennis courts, a fitnesscenter, three restaurants (including the AAA Four-Diamond Red’sSteakhouse and the legendary Arizona Kitchen), and three lounges.

The renovation, slated for completion by October, includes majorenhancements to the lobby and main entrance; a new lobby loungearea; a brand new modern pool complex; refurbishment of therestaurant at the golf clubhouse; a new outdoor lawn area forevents and functions; and new carpet and soft goods in all guestrooms, that were just remodeled within the past two years. In addi-tion, the project includes an updated makeover of Red’sSteakhouse, scheduled for completion in December. ALHI (Associated Luxury Hotels International), 866-303-ALHI (2544), www.alhi.com

GREATER PHOENIX CVB SUGGESTS ESCAPES TO PHOENIX FOR GREAT DEALS,FUN AND RELAXATION

It’s the perfect time to be spoiled with a summer oasis getawayto Greater Phoenix. Enjoy substantial discounts at many fabulousresorts and hotels. Make time to enjoy seasonal activities at thePhoenix Art Museum, Heard Museum and Musical InstrumentMuseum. Experience the newly opened SEALIFE Aquarium or justrelax by the pool or take advantage of a spa retreat.

With so many choices of what to do in the Phoenix area, theGreater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau can help all visitorsfind something to suit their style. An array of hand-picked activi-ties is always available on their website to show travelers the bestof what to do in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and beyond. Visitors can com-bine activities from different topics, add to a Trip Planner to createa customized map, and even see ratings and reviews. Trip ideas arelisted in categories: Families, Romance, Phoenix Culture, OutdoorEnthusiast, Shopping, Night Owls, Foodie, Phoenix for Free, andDay Trips.

The official website of Greater Phoenix CVB also includes aGoogle maps, social-media content and more.

To see what some local celebrities picked for their favorite thingsto do, there are fascinating Dream Day videos.Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau, www.visitphoenix.com

WESTIN KIERLAND OFFERS UNIQUEMEDITATION COURSES AT AGAVE

Agave, The Arizona Spa, has partnered with the Vaughn Center,founded by former NFL Player, Damian Vaughn, to provide spa-goers with the integrative tools to get “mind fit.”

The Meditation CalmQuest, Primordial Sound Meditation and aWeekend Immersion are designed to energize, inspire and trans-form the body, mind and spirit while providing techniques that helpguests discover a deeper state of calm, unleash pure creativity,achieve mental clarity and establish balance in life.

The hotel’s spa, Agave, the Arizona Spa, spa showcases treat-ments that use the indigenous plant agave, known for its healingproperties and moisture-rich qualities.

Agave includes 21 treatment rooms, a salon, movement studio, weight training/cardiovascular studio, men’s and ladies’ locker rooms (each with whirlpool, sauna and steam room)and a juice bar. Cabanas surround the pool garden, providingguests with a private area for relaxing, meditation and exterior spatreatments.

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale is set againstthe dramatic Arizona skies and picturesque mountain ranges.Those who visit are filled with a sense of old Arizona coupled withluxury, vitality and the distinctively different destination Arizonahas become.Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, 800-354-5892, info@ www.kierlandresort.com, www.kierlandresort.com

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