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NORTH AMERICA ARIZONA’S LUXURIOUS TUBAC GOLF RESORT TO HOST EXCITING HOT-AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL

Tubac Golf Resort, nestled in the 500-acre Otero Ranch in southern Arizona, is its Historical Landmark Resort and a member of the distinctive Historic Hotels of America and Preferred Hotel Group. Surrounded by majestic mountain ranges, this naturally beautiful 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 instantly feel miles away from the hustle of the city. The resort is where “Tin Cup” with Kevin Costner was filmed. The extraordinary 27-hole golf resort has all the amenities travelers desire—98 luxurious rooms and suites with fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs, conference center, a new 5,000-square-foot spa and a full-service salon, steam, sauna and relaxation room, shops on property and nearby, two exquisite restaurants, tennis, swimming, hiking, biking, and a 17th-century style chapel for weddings and retreats. This year, the First Annual Tubac Balloon Festival on November 20 promises to be the most exciting event ever to come to southern Arizona. Specially shaped hot-air balloons, the Bumble Bees and Spiderman,—and other seven-story-tall “gentle giants” will glow like 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 and family fun. An exceptional variety of food and beverage will be provided by Dos Silos and the Stables Ranch Grill. Guests can enjoy a sit-down gourmet meal or visit one of their concessions for a favorite food or beverage. Local merchants and vendors will be showing off their wares and promoting the community of Tubac. There will truly be something for everyone at the Festival. The evening will be capped off by the world-famous Arizona Skyhawks Parachute Team making a spectacular nighttime sky dive into the event. Special “glow in the dark” suits and flares will add to the visual effect and excitement. Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, 800-848-7893, lcormier@tubacgolfresort.com, www.tubacgolfresort.com 10 • SEPTEMBER 2010

UNIQUE OUTDOOR WEDDING VENUE UNVEILED AT THE BOULDERS, ARIZONA The Boulders Resort has unveiled “Promise Rock,” a one-of-akind outdoor wedding venue accommodating up to 130 guests. The elevated site is surrounded by ancient boulders with a waterfall and a lush green manicured meadow that is a natural “desert bouquet.” Discovered by the Boulders but created by nature, the site has also been confirmed as sacred grounds and may be placed on the national registry. When couples exchange their vows in front of Promise Rock, it’s as if history itself is blessing the union. Awash in cool, spa-style elegance, the enchanting resort, which is part of The Waldorf Astoria Collection, features sweeping views of sun-splashed terrain, towering cacti, ancient boulders, and abundant wildlife. Spacious, lavish casitas feature overstuffed leather chairs, warm woods, and aromatic wood-burning fireplaces. World-renowned Golden Door spa, with a full-service salon and offering romantic couples treatments, was voted among the Top 10 Best Spas In the World by Spa Finder. It has 24 treatment rooms offering relaxing massages, therapeutic baths and other indulgences. Four sparkling pools, including one with a rock waterfall, also provide peaceful serenity. Six inviting restaurants serve delicious, Southwestern-inspired cuisine ranging from casual to elegant. Additional resort recreation includes 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 PERSONAL DISCOVERY’ AT FAIRMONT SCOTTSDALE From September 10 to November 20, guests at Arizona’s Fairmont Scottsdale Princess can discover and indulge their passions with a menu of unique experiences. The resort will be offering tequila, wine and bourbon tastings; ceviche, beef and oyster tastings; couples massage lessons and minimakeovers, cooking classes and dance lessons; photography, watercolor art and mixology classes; Sonoran Trail Eco-tours; the Wild West Roughrider Cookout; celebrity chef dinners and celebrity golf outings. Price is $20-$60 per person. Those interested should visit the hotel’s website September 1. Overlooking breathtaking vistas of the McDowell Mountains, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, with its enchanting Spanish colonial architecture, 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 a secluded, private enclave. A recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award every year since 1990, the resort also has boasted accolades from near and far for its outstanding culinary program, exceptional guest service, unparalleled 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 www.travelworldnews.com • Travel World News

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

Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa in Arizona has been accepted as the newest member of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) and will now receive dedicated National Sales services and support by ALHI’s National Sales team throughout North America. The Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa is owned by JDM Partners, and managed by Destination Hotels & Resorts, which has several of its leading 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 incentive option, and again as part of the ALHI membership,” said David Gabri, President and CEO of ALHI. “Wigwam’s beautiful setting and timeless appeal in the popular Phoenix area will be even further enhanced when the resort completes an extensive $8-million makeover this fall, making it a truly outstanding meeting and incentive resort. The resort offers extensive meeting space, beautiful outdoor venues, incredible golf, a world-class spa, and wonderful dining experiences and event culinary expertise.” The Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa, which recently celebrated its 80th 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 indoor meeting space (including the 10,800-square-foot Wigwam Ballroom), 54 holes of championship golf, the luxurious Red Door Spa by Elizabeth Arden, three pools, nine tennis courts, a fitness center, three restaurants (including the AAA Four-Diamond Red’s Steakhouse and the legendary Arizona Kitchen), and three lounges. The renovation, slated for completion by October, includes major enhancements to the lobby and main entrance; a new lobby lounge area; a brand new modern pool complex; refurbishment of the restaurant at the golf clubhouse; a new outdoor lawn area for events and functions; and new carpet and soft goods in all guest rooms, that were just remodeled within the past two years. In addition, the project includes an updated makeover of Red’s Steakhouse, scheduled for completion in December. ALHI (Associated Luxury Hotels International), 866-303-ALHI (2544), www.alhi.com 12 • SEPTEMBER 2010

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 getaway to Greater Phoenix. Enjoy substantial discounts at many fabulous resorts and hotels. Make time to enjoy seasonal activities at the Phoenix Art Museum, Heard Museum and Musical Instrument Museum. Experience the newly opened SEALIFE Aquarium or just relax by the pool or take advantage of a spa retreat. With so many choices of what to do in the Phoenix area, the Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau can help all visitors find something to suit their style. An array of hand-picked activities is always available on their website to show travelers the best of what to do in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and beyond. Visitors can combine activities from different topics, add to a Trip Planner to create a customized map, and even see ratings and reviews. Trip ideas are listed in categories: Families, Romance, Phoenix Culture, Outdoor Enthusiast, Shopping, Night Owls, Foodie, Phoenix for Free, and Day Trips. The official website of Greater Phoenix CVB also includes a Google maps, social-media content and more. To see what some local celebrities picked for their favorite things to do, there are fascinating Dream Day videos. Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau, www.visitphoenix.com

WESTIN KIERLAND OFFERS UNIQUE MEDITATION COURSES AT AGAVE Agave, The Arizona Spa, has partnered with the Vaughn Center, founded by former NFL Player, Damian Vaughn, to provide spagoers with the integrative tools to get “mind fit.” The Meditation CalmQuest, Primordial Sound Meditation and a Weekend Immersion are designed to energize, inspire and transform the body, mind and spirit while providing techniques that help guests 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 treatments that use the indigenous plant agave, known for its healing properties 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, providing guests with a private area for relaxing, meditation and exterior spa treatments. The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale is set against the dramatic Arizona skies and picturesque mountain ranges. Those who visit are filled with a sense of old Arizona coupled with luxury, vitality and the distinctively different destination Arizona has become. Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, 800-354-5892, info@ www.kierlandresort.com, www.kierlandresort.com www.travelworldnews.com • Travel World News

ARIZONA

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Nestled among the 500-acre Otero Ranch you’ll find a naturally beautiful setting that is conveniently located, yet seemingly worlds away.

MEMBER OF HISTORIC HOTELS OF AMERICA/PREFERRED HOTEL GROUP

www.tubacgolfresort.com

Rich in Tucson history, the resort resides in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains on 34 acres of natural desert landscape. Botanical gardens envelop the resort’s private casitas, guest rooms and suites. Authentic adobe structures and hand-carved, wood-beamed ceilings circa 1929 are just a few of the preserved details amidst modern day amenities.

800-728-6514

www.haciendadelsol.com

The Omni Tucson National Resort has it all – from its picturesque setting in the foothills of Tucson’s Santa Catalina Mountains to the lush fairways of its 36-hole championship and desert-style golf courses – this 650-acre desert resort with 128 guestrooms is one of Tucson’s finest spa and golf resorts.

800-843-6664

www.omnitucsonnational.com

D I R E C T O R Y

Wyatt Earp, the Apache leader Cochise and the famous Buffalo Soldiers all made history here. Experience the Old West, military history, birding, hiking, the lush Sonoran desert, restored mining towns, vineyards, U-Picks farms and much more.

866-367-0040

www.explorecochise.com

Pima Air & Space Museum in Tucson, where history takes flight, is one of the largest air and space museums in the world, and the largest non-government funded aviation museum. More than 300 aircraft and spacecraft including many of the most historically significant and technically advanced craft ever produced, both from the United States and throughout the world.

www.pimaair.org

A SCOTTSDALE RESORT HOTEL INFUSED WITH ELEMENTAL ELEGANCE Often called “Red Rock Country” Sedona is a four seasons playground for everyone – whether into history and archaeology; arts and culture; shopping; outdoor sports; or the spiritual and metaphysical, imagine doing all this in a backdrop of some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.

Surrounded by natural wonders like the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff offers dozens of inns, a multitude of hotel & motel accommodations, conference & meeting venues, more than 200 restaurants, numerous night spots, and a variety of cultural, historic & scientific attractions.

An oasis of elements nestled in the heart of Scottsdale near Fashion Square, museums, golf courses and other favorite places that make Scottsdale such a favored destination. Elegance and luxury awaiting our guests in this newly renovated hotel.

CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

800-288-7336

www.visitsedona.com

800-379-0065

www.FlagstaffAZ.org

www.fireskyresort.com

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