What better place to find luxury resort destinations than Arizona? With many days of comfortable and beautiful weather and blue skies abundant, Arizona boasts cities like Scottsdale and Sedona to meet all your pampering needs.

Sedona Arizona, known as Red Rock Country, is nestled in Oak Creek Canyon; one instantly feels the serene atmosphere of this place. Sedona has a soothing, spiritual presence, with energy vortexes located in the area, and it has attracted healers of mind and body, and spiritualism from all over the world. Sedona is referred to as the four seasons playground because it offers considerably cooler weather in the hot Arizona summer months.

At any luxury resort in Sedona you can expect to find unique ideas on relaxation, massages full of rejuvenation and seminars and day events themed at finding the inner you. Reconnecting is a popular theme in Sedona, where families and friends can reunite and find comfort and relaxation offerings. Enchantment, nestled in the red rocks of Boynton Canyon, is a luxury resort that has long been known for its Native American theme. Enchantment sits at 4,600 feet and boasts nearby archeology treks from times gone by.

Scottsdale, Arizona has many luxury resort hotels including Sanctuary Camelback Resort & Spa that offers options such as aquatic massage, Asian-inspired treatments, facials and even top of the line salon treatments for hair and skin. Along with sports, fitness centers, and golfing opportunities, this resort also offers melt in your mouth meals prepared by renowned chefs from around the world.

The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale offers exquisite dining, golf, a spa full of all your wants and needs as well as family events geared at relaxation and fun. Full of the decor of the Southwest, this resort offers nine pools and a 27-hole championship golf course and is a popular spot for romantic getaways.

Any visit to Arizona should include a trip to one of their quality spa resorts to unwind, rewind, and put the word “relaxation” back into your vacation whether it is full of family or a romantic destination trip.

Experience Enchantment, a Sedona Arizona luxury resort located only two hours from Scottsdale . Perfect for an Arizona vacation getaway, Enchantment offers a Four Diamond restaurant, Mii amo luxury spa, and breathtaking views of Boynton Canyon.

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Scottsdale has always been a “convention” kind of town, but lately it has become a hot-spot for leisure travelers looking for a little desert sunshine and fun! You’ll be surprised at how hip Scottsdale has become. Scottsdale now has chic hotels like the Mondrian, burlesque nightclubs like Jack Rabbit Lounge & Supper Club and surprisingly amazing shopping in The Mixx. Another thing that I found to be consistent in Scottsdale is fantastic restaurants with unique ideas like Martini’s & Manicures or live table-side fashion shows.

Here’s a list of my favorite place to chow down and get a chill bite around the red rocks of Scottsdale:

Canal Restaurant:

The X-Factor: Where fashion meets food. Unique martini’s like the Strawberry Mint.

The Grub: A wide variety of salads, sandwiches and lots of fresh fish. If you don’t mind spending a little extra, try the “30 Dollar Sandwich”.

The Vibe: Imagine eating dinner while various runway shows from the past few decades are surrounding you. Hang around and maybe you’ll catch one of the live runway shows on the restaurants weaving multi-color illuminating runway.

Olive & Ivy:

The X-Factor: Hip place to start with happy hour and end with dinner.

The Grub: Think Mediterranean meets California, amazing handmade pastas, great wines and delicious desserts.

The Vibe: Dim lights, chill music during dinner, with a DJ taking over after dinner and into the evening. Sit outside around the fire pits with friends and enjoy a great bottle of wine or a cool cocktail.

The Breakfast Club:

The X-Factor: Natural ingredients, great service, yummiest breakfast in town.

The Grub: Fresh squeezed juices and incredibly delicious traditional breakfast fare. They have the best and lightest waffles I’ve ever tasted!

The Vibe: You’ll see everyone trying to soak up the previous night’s cocktail with carbs. There is usually a 30-60 minute wait on the weekends.

Asia de Cuba:

The X-Factor: The see and be seen place for dinner on Friday or Saturday night.

The Grub: Shared plates of Asian inspired chicken, meat, fish, fried rice and veggies with an Asian-Cuban twist.

The Vibe: All white, dripping chandeliers and a martini sipping crowd.

Orange Table:

The X-Factor: Innovative twist on the classic breakfast and lunch fare.

The Grub: Jalapeno pecan pancakes, strawberry pancakes, freshly made syrups and fresh OJ.

The Vibe: Looks like a dive but tastes like heaven.

Chelsea’s Kitchen:

The X-Factor: Perfect spot to stop for lunch, but save room for a dessert of turtle sundaes and ice cream sandwiches to bring out your inner kid.

The Grub: Yummy salads, sandwiches, burgers and tacos.

The Vibe: Upscale yet casual. Not trendy but definitely a fun place. They’re known for cool and unique tacos.

Furio:

The X-Factor: Sexy intimate dining, the infamous Martini & Manicure Mondays

The Grub: Italian antipasti, pizza, pasta, fish and meat dishes all prepared with the freshest ingredients. Unique cocktails and yummy martinis.

The Vibe: Choose the dining room, lounge or bar all designed with a modern yet comfortable feel. I love the over sized blush booths.

Scottsdale shopping can rival that of any major city. You’ll find tons of boutique shops that carry all of our favorite designers and possibly some that you’ve never heard of either! Malls, shops and boutiques Oh My!

ANGEL & WINGMAN
ABOUT: FASHION MONGUL JENNIFER CROLL CREATED THIS HIGH END MENS AND WOMANS BOUTIQUE STORE. (P.S. SHE IS CO-CREATOR OF THE MIX SHOPPING CENTER)

THE DESIGNERS: THEORY, TART, TRINA TURK, CHIP AND PEPPER, HUDSON AND JUST ABOUT ANYONE ELSE YOU CAN IMAGINE. ALL THE HOT DESIGNS ALL THE TIME.

ADVICE: GREAT PLACE FOR SEXY CASUAL ACCESSORIES, JEANS AND T-SHIRTS

TE’ la VIE

ABOUT: UPSCALE SEXY CLOTHES WITH SUPER HIGH END DESIGNERS. MEN AND WOMEN BOTH WILL FIND UNIQUE (AND EXPENSIVE) ITEMS HERE.

THE DESIGNERS: HUGO BOSS, JOHN VARVARTOS, PAUL SMITH AND ROBERTO CAVALLI.

ADVICE: CHECK OUT THE ACCESSORIES SUCH A HUGO BOSS BELTS AND GEMMA GUCCI HANDBAGS.

GARAGE

ABOUT: IF YOU ARE INTO DRESSING YOUR KIDS IN DESIGNER DUDS THEN THIS IS DEFINITELY THE SHOP FOR YOU. IF YO’RE NOT, NO WORRIES, THERE’S PLENTY OF INEXPENSIVE RETRO ITEMS THAT’LL MAKE YOU OR YOUR KID FEEL SPECIAL.

THE DESIGNERS: LITTLE MARC-BY MARC JACOBS, ENERGIE, DIPAR DUDE, SPACE BABY AND LUXURY BABY ARE ALL REPRESENTED.

ADVICE: HAVE A CUSTOM T-SHIRT MADE WITH RHINESTONES FOR YOUR LITTLE GIRL. WITH HER FAVORITE DESSERTS LISTED LIKE CUPCAKES, ICE CREAM & CHOCOLATE

ABOUT: BOUTIQUE FASHION MOGUL TO THE STARS, JENNIFER OWNS MULTIPLE BOUTIQUES ALL CARRYING THE LATEST FASHIONS AND DESIGNERS FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN.

THE DESIGNERS: JOE’S JEANS, BOURDEAUX, CYNTHIA STEFFE, DIANE VON FURSTENBURG, HUDSON AND ELLA MOSS

ADVICE: BRING YOUR WALLET AND AN EXTRA SUITCASE, YOU’LL NEED IT!

What’s your pleasure? Do you want to dance till dawn,watch a sexy burlesque show, listen to the jazz band or just chill in an outdoor lounge under the Scottsdale stars? You name it, they’ve got it in Scottsdale.

JACK RABBIT SUPPER CLUB

THE X-FACTOR: SUPER SEXY CABARET SHOW

THE VIBE: AN INTIMATE NIGHTCLUB WITH A SMALL DANCE FLOOR, OUTDOOR TABLES AND VIP BOOTHS WITH GREAT VIEWS OF THE SHOW. SEXY CABARET DANCERS STRUT THEIR STUFF ON THE STAGE AND BAR TO A LIVE JAZZ BAND A COUPLE TIMES EACH NIGHT. WHEN THE SHOW IS OVER IT’S TIME TO DANCE TO THE BEATS MIXED BY THE HOUSE DJ.

ADVICE: DRESS TO IMPRESS OR YOU WON’T GET IN. GET A SPOT OUTSIDE EARLY AND ENJOY A FEW COCKTAILS. THEN HEAD INSIDE TO GET A PRIME VIEW OF THE SHOW. AFTER DANCE THE NIGHT WAY ON THE DANCE FLOOR.

AXIS-RADIUS

THE X-FACTOR: CRAZY SEXY NIGHTLIFE, COOL MASHING OF OLD AND NEW CLUB HITS

THE VIBE: THIS IS A TYPICAL NIGHTCLUB. NOTHING SUPER SEXY(OTHER THAN THE DANCERS) JUST GOOD OLD-FASHION PARTYING. IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO DANCE, THIS IS THE PLACE TO DO IT.

ADVICE: SCORE A TABLE AND USE IT AS HOME BASE. IF THEY AREN’T AVAILABLE, SPLURGE AND GO UPSTAIRS TO THE VIP AREA AND LOOK DOWN ON THE
CRAZINESS BELOW.

RED BAR

THE X-FACTOR: HIP LOUNGE WITH OUTDOOR FIREPLACE

THE VIBE: JOIN THE JET SET CROWD FOR A FEW COCKTAILS ON THE COUCHES OF THE MONDRIAN’S SEXIEST BAR.

ADVICE: STOP BY ON YOUR WAY OUT OR YOUR WAY IN AND HAVE A COCKTAIL UNDER THE STARS.

Scottsdale has so many hotels. But don’t get caught up in the resort conference hotels. Scottsdale is all about the pool scene! Let’s face it, it’s hot in the desert. Which ever hotel you choose, make sure you love the pool, you’ll be spending your days soaking in the Scottsdale sun.

THE MONDRIAN

THE X-FACTOR: HIP, SEXY VIBE, INEXPENSIVE PRICES

THE GOOD: AS IN ALL OF THE MORGANS HOTELS GROUPS PROPERTIES, STYLE AND SERVICE IS KEY. THIS HOTEL IS NO EXCEPTION. ROOMS ARE WELL DECORATED AND A NICE SIZE, GREAT PLASMA TV AND iPOD PLUG IN. SOME ROOMS OPEN DIRECTLY TO A SMALL “YARD” AND ARE LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE POOL. GREAT RESTAURANT AND BAR ONSITE.

THE BAD: THE HOTEL CAN BE PRETTY DEAD DURING THE WEEK. SO IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A PARTY, MAKE SURE YOU STAY FOR THE WEEKEND.

THE UGLY: THE CLOSET AND THE BATHROOM ARE REMINISCENT OF YOUR GRANDMOTHER’S HOUSE. BUT THIS ALSO IS TYPICAL OF THE MORGANS HOTEL GROUP. HOWEVER, NOT A REASON TO SKIP THIS HOTEL ALL TOGETHER.

SANCTUARY CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN

THE X-FACTOR: EXCLUSIVE RESORT WITH AMAZING VIEWS AND COOL CHILL VIBE

THE GOOD: WORKOUT AND LOUNGE NEXT TO CELEBS LIKE WILL SMITH (HE GOT IN SHAPE TO PLAY SUPER HERO HANCOCK AT THIS RESORT). SUPER SEXY LOCATION UP IN THE HILLS PROVIDES A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE CITY AND LANDSCAPE. PRIVATE CASITAS WITH GREAT AMENITIES.

THE BAD: YOU CAN FEEL A LITTLE REMOVED FROM THE “LIFE” OF THE CITY.

THE UGLY: NOT SUPER HIP OR CHIC, CAN FEEL MORE LUXURY RESORT THAN A HIP HIDEAWAY

HOTEL VALLEY HO

THE X-FACTOR: RESORT HOTEL WITH A HIP YOUNG VIBE

THE GOOD: SUMMER DJ POOL PARTIES EVERY WEEKEND, SUPER CHIC DECOR, DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT AND TRENDY YOUNG GUESTS MAKE THIS SCOTTSDALE HOTEL FAVORITE A GREAT CHOICE.

THE BAD: LESS BOUTIQUE, MORE OF A BIG RESORT FEEL. NOT AS SLEEK AND SEXY.

THE UGLY: CAN REALLY FEEL LIKE A NORMAL CONFERENCE HOTEL TRYING TO BE HIP.

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