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The Bigger and Better Scottsdale Fashion Square

For those who love shopping Scottsdale Fashion Square is the mall just for that. The mall recently added a new 100,000 square foot extension to the already ginormous mall, now totalling 1.9 million square feet of retail space. If you’re not aware, Fashion Square is the the largest mall in the southwest so make [...]

My Visit to the Heard Museum

As an Arizona native it was sad for me to say that I’ve never been to the Heard Museum. It’s almost as bad as saying that you live in Arizona but have never been to the Grand Canyon.  The Heard Museum is all about the Native American culture and covers everything from history to contemporary [...]

Tee up at McCormick Ranch Golf Club

If you’re looking for a challenging but enjoyable golf course consider the McCormick Ranch Golf Club conveniently located on Scottsdale Rd and McCormick Parkway. The Palm and Pine course each offer championship tees totaling more than 7,000 yards. But whether you’re a novice, amateur, or professional these courses are very playable for any skill level.
Josh, [...]

A Delightful Time at Xona Resort Suites

Want to stay in a pleasant North Scottsdale resort that’s conveniently located for exploring the area? Be sure to check out Xona Resort Suites.  I took some time out of my day to visit this peaceful resort. You won’t see Xona off the major roads as it is tucked away a little bit, but one [...]

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Great Time to Golf at Westin Kierland

For those of you who haven’t golfed at the Westin Kierland, this is one course to put on your list to play. The Kierland Golf Club provides a superb golfing experience with three 18-hole combinations to choose from, a shaded driving range (which is especially great during the summer time), golf carts with air conditioning [...]

Canyoneering with 360 Adventures

Put on your shoes, slap on some sunscreen, and carry lots of water for a full day of canyoneering with 360 Adventures! What is canyoneering you may ask? This is not your typical hiking trip. It is a combination of hiking, wading, swimming, rock hopping, cliff jumping (optional), rappelling all in a canyon! If you [...]

Scottsdale Members on Twitter

As a follow up to my Scottsdale Members on Facebook post, I thought I would share our members who utizlize Twitter. Follow these great businesses for news, promotions, contests, and to be in the Scottsdale know.
UPDATE: 05/11/09 – Added Fashion Square Mall and China Mist Tea
UPDATE: 05/11/09 – Added The Westin Kierland

Arizona Gift Baskets
Asia de [...]

Scottsdale Members on Facebook

If you’re a Facebook user, than you should know about some great Fan Pages for some of Scottsdale’s premiere businesses. Besides our own, here are a few you might want to fan:
Hotels & Resorts

The Boulders Resort
Fairmont Scottsdale
Gainey Suites Hotel
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa
Hotel Indigo Scottsdale
Hotel Valley Ho
InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa
Mondrian in Scottsdale
The Phoenician [...]

Pictures from the Chihuly Exhibit at the Desert Botanical Garden

Chihuly: The Nature of Glass

April 20 – May 04
Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Times: See website for details
Location: Desert Botanical Garden
Phone: (480) 481-8188
Admission: See website for details

Renowned artist Dale Chihuly will be presenting Chihuly: The Nature of Glass, featuring new and unique works of glass artfully located throughout the Garden. His work is immediately [...]