The Phoenician
Located in Scottsdale, the Phoenician is a sprawling oasis in the desert. The Phoenician offers over 600 guest rooms, 119 casitas, four presidential suites and over 60 luxury suites for guests of every inclination. The resort provides vacation ownership through Starwood Properties for those who make frequent visits to the area or want to travel to over 900 Starwood properties worldwide and have their accommodations covered.
The Phoenician offers tennis packages for those who want to start learning the game or for the more experienced player who wants to improve his game with the help of celebrity instructors. Golf is also a huge draw to the Phoenician, with three courses, the Golf Academy and the ability to schedule a tournament of golf event on site.
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Hotel San Carlos
The Hotel San Carlos has a prime downtown Phoenix location and is the only historic boutique hotel in the Phoenix area. The hotel has been in operation continuously since 1928 and puts guests right in the heart of Phoenix. Each room has been individually decorated and boasts a rooftop pool and sundeck. Its Signature Suites pay homage to the stars who visited during Hollywood's "Golden Era," such as Mae West and Spencer Tracy.
Nearby is Tempe Town lake, which hosts the Ironman Arizona Triathlon each year in November and also several regattas for kayaking, rowing and sailing each year. Fishing is also popular at Tempe Town Lake, but a license is required to fish for various species of bass, rainbow trout and tilapia that swim in the lake.
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The Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa
Near Phoenix, in Carefree, lies The Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa. The Boulders sits among 1,300 acres of Sonoran beauty and ancient boulders, hence the name, and offers the best in spa treatments, golfing and access to many nearby outdoor destinations.
Rock climbing clinics are available through Golden Door and nearby is the Tonto National Forest, which boasts hiking trails, fishing, boating, biking and hunting. There are six reservoirs in the Tonto National Forest and the larger lakes are great for water skiers and power boating. The smaller lakes are better for those who prefer serene waters. Water activities are available year-round, weather permitting, making this destination attractive for those wishing to enjoy summer water sports during the winter months.
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