First time to Phoenix area... need suggestions!!
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First time to Phoenix area... need suggestions!!
Hello!
My boyfriend and I are headed to Phoenix in late April. We will be staying two days in Scottsdale at the Days Inn-Fashion Square and two days at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass as well.
We are both in our mid-20s and are looking for suggestions/advice on what to do, must-sees, etc. We both enjoy shopping, hiking, golfing, sightseeing, etc.
Suggestions, please??
My boyfriend and I are headed to Phoenix in late April. We will be staying two days in Scottsdale at the Days Inn-Fashion Square and two days at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass as well.
We are both in our mid-20s and are looking for suggestions/advice on what to do, must-sees, etc. We both enjoy shopping, hiking, golfing, sightseeing, etc.
Suggestions, please??
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The Days Inn is right next to Scottsdale Fashion Square with Macy's, Nordstrom, Neiman-Marcus, and Robinson-May (to name a few) - very nice shops. Further north up Scottsdale Road (due north of your hotel) is Kierland Commons - also very nice. The Biltmore (due west of your hotel) around Camelback & 24th Street has good shopping, too.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
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Oh ya, Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall is great! Very upscale and huge. I love going there!
Since you like hiking you should go to Papagos Park by the Phoenix Zoo. They have good hiking trails.
I third Talisen West. Even if you aren't interested in his work now, you will be afterwards. I went during highschool on a field trip and thought it was really neat!
Other than that all I can think of is get a spa treatment, Scottsdale is known for really great spas.
Have fun!
Since you like hiking you should go to Papagos Park by the Phoenix Zoo. They have good hiking trails.
I third Talisen West. Even if you aren't interested in his work now, you will be afterwards. I went during highschool on a field trip and thought it was really neat!
Other than that all I can think of is get a spa treatment, Scottsdale is known for really great spas.
Have fun!
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shopping alternative...Az Mills(Discount)Tempe
Hiking- South Mtn.(Phoenix)
Superstition Mtns...Lost Dutchman State Park(Apache Junction)
Tubing-Salt River
Boating...tour at Saghuaro Lake Nightlife..Mill Ave. (ASU)Tempe
Hiking- South Mtn.(Phoenix)
Superstition Mtns...Lost Dutchman State Park(Apache Junction)
Tubing-Salt River
Boating...tour at Saghuaro Lake Nightlife..Mill Ave. (ASU)Tempe
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The Days Inn isn't the best property around, but it is the best priced in the area. And, if you intend to shop at the Fashion Square you can't get any closer.
I would spend some time in Old Town Scottsdale looking at the art galleries and shops.
The Scottsdale Fashion Square is a mall. It has tons of shops and while it is somewhat upscale it isn't something I would consider a must see. If you want more upscale shopping try the Biltmore area along 24th St. and Camelback.
I would spend some time in Old Town Scottsdale looking at the art galleries and shops.
The Scottsdale Fashion Square is a mall. It has tons of shops and while it is somewhat upscale it isn't something I would consider a must see. If you want more upscale shopping try the Biltmore area along 24th St. and Camelback.
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phoenix and scootsdale are full of folks from iowa that seem to come to town to shop at the gap. i mean, why the hell would someone go on vacation to shop at a store that you already have at home? as far as the restaurant suggestions, has anyone even mentioned a restaurant that hasn't closed already? when i read posts for the town that i live in, i realize few have the slightest clue as to what the hell is going on here, so why the hell would i think the info i get on paris is going to make any sense at all?
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First off, I want to say THANKS for all of your suggestions.
Also, I wanted to add that the Days Inn was definitely a good choice for us. The rooms were clean, bathrooms were brand new, pool and jacuzzi were great and you couldn't beat the location! For the price we paid ($55 per nite) it couldn't be beat!
Now for anyone that is interested, the Sheraton's Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa is a must see! The place is exquisite and everything you would imagine a 5 star resort to be. HUGELY RECCOMMENDED.
Thanks again everyone.. the trip was a blast!
Also, I wanted to add that the Days Inn was definitely a good choice for us. The rooms were clean, bathrooms were brand new, pool and jacuzzi were great and you couldn't beat the location! For the price we paid ($55 per nite) it couldn't be beat!
Now for anyone that is interested, the Sheraton's Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa is a must see! The place is exquisite and everything you would imagine a 5 star resort to be. HUGELY RECCOMMENDED.
Thanks again everyone.. the trip was a blast!