Got an itch to travel this winter, but not sure where to go? How about a place where you can find great hiking, golfing, skiing, shopping, and ruins to explore? And, all within a few hours drive of one another? Of course that place is Arizona, a state that offers travelers an endless array of things to do in the winter.
Phoenix, Arizona is one of the largest cities in the US and certainly the largest in the Mountain region; not only is Phoenix a great place to live but it is also the center where a million vacations start with a myriad range of attractions and venues for visitors of all ages and from all walks of life. Family attractions abound and we have compiled our list of the top 5 attractions for you to enjoy when you visit Phoenix so you and your family can enjoy a great day out and no one is left out of the party.
With over 200 golf courses and more than 300 days of sun on average annually, the greater Phoenix metropolitan area—known more poetically as the Valley of the Sun—has become one of America’s most popular winter destinations. With its unmatched combination of exceptional golf, stunning desert scenery and luxurious hotels and resorts, the Valley is without equal in the country.
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain offers Arizona visitors luxury casita accommodations, inspiring views, and unique spa experiences only minutes from downtown Scottsdale. Whether your body is a temple, or more like a shack in need of serious repair, Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain can refresh and rejuvenate you. Pampering is the focus at this luxurious resort, where Arizona’s painted skies and rugged terrain form a beautiful backdrop for relaxation
The legendary Hermosa Inn has recently completed a 2 million dollars accommodations remodel to transform its enchanting guest casitas to a new level of sophistication and comfort. Originally hand built in the 1930s by cowboy artist Lon Megargee as his personal residence and studio it was originally known as Casa Hermosa meaning beautiful house.
Located in one of the most spectacular natural settings on Earth, Enchantment Resort is the premier destination resort in Northern Arizona. Consistently ranked as one of the top 100 resorts in North America by Travel & Leisure, Conde Nast Traveler, and Zagat’s Survey, this resort combines the tranquility of a pristine environment with all of the amenities of sophisticated living.
Phoenix is a great place to spend a vacation and looking at some of the top tourist attractions you will soon see why. Phoenix may be a desert city but there is nothing wanting about this thriving metropolis or the attractions on offer for visitors.
I have been traveling to Myrtle Beach since 1990 for great golf vacations and for the last four years with my golf buddies, Ferd, Fred, Tim, Dennis, Richard, Peter, and Mike F. on our annual golf trip. Since this was to be our 5th year we decided to try a new venue. After careful review of a number of alternate locations we arrived at Scottsdale, Arizona as this years golf destination. It turned out to be an excellent choice and we reserved our time there from March 18th to the 22nd.
