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Spa Avania Partners with Lobo Fitness for New Metabolic Boot Camp

Josh Kenzer — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:54:30 +0000

Spa Avania at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch has rolled out its Metabolic Boot Camp program in partnership with Lobo Fitness. The program corresponds with the spa’s time-of-day concept to produce three 55-minute classes that change for morning, midday and evening. The morning format fires up your metabolism to prepare for the day ahead and combines athletic drills, sports-simulated moves, plyometrics and isolation of major muscle groups. You will detoxify your body while building muscle and burning significant calories. Body shaping is the focus of the midday class which revolves around awareness, core activation, strength and power. Exercises also increase flexibility and provide balance with the incorporation of bozu and medicine balls as well as mat workouts. Finally, the evening class emphasizes stretching and deep breathing to help achieve muscle relaxation and tension release while restoring your mind, body and spirit. Cost is $18 per person for group workouts and rates are available for private, one-on-one training.

Bajada Nature Trail Opening

Josh Kenzer — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:11:18 +0000

What: A formal dedication of the Bajada Nature Trail begins at 8 a.m., hosted by Ruthie Carll, Executive Director of the McDowell
Sonoran Conservancy, speakers include Mayor Jim Lane and representatives from the McDowell Sonoran Preserve Commission. Various activities will take place throughout the morning.

Why: We constructed the Bajada Trail for the enjoyment of all — from young children to the elderly, and for those with physical challenges. The half-mile trail exceeds many ADA standards. It offers an innovative, interactive nature experience for those who want to learn more about Arizona’s unique Sonoran Desert.

When: Saturday, Sept. 26, 7 to 10 a.m.

Where: At The Gateway to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
18333 N. Thompson Peak Parkway
(east of Thompson Peak Parkway
between Bell Road and Union Hills Drive.
The formal dedication begins at 8 a.m.)

How: The Bajada Trail was made possible through the generous support of longtime McDowell Sonoran Preserve advocates, the Richard and Christine Kovach Family and the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. For more information, contact the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy at (480) 998-7971.

Printable Bajada Nature trail Invite

Rachel Sacco Nominated for Most Influential

Josh Kenzer — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:01:32 +0000

Our very own Rachel Sacco, president and CEO of the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau, has been nominated by the Arizona Foothills Magazine in the Most Influential Women in the Valley category. Head on over there and vote for her. You can vote one time a day.

Take an Audio Tour of Scottsdale, Arizona

Josh Kenzer — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:59:47 +0000

Take a self guided audio tour of Scottsdale

Take a tour of Scottsdale, Arizona using this interactive Google map. Along the way, click on points of interests to listen to a narrative of the significance of that location. Download the MP3 files to your iPod to listen as you drive around town.

A NEW LOCAL FAVORITE AND TWO OPENINGS THIS FALL

Mitchell Tay — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:40:05 +0000

Daily Dose – Opened in October 2008, Daily Dose has quickly become a local hotspot with its stylish yet down-to-earth atmosphere and accessible American comfort food. The restaurant serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner and is owned by Matt and JenLyn Long of nearby Fusion Restaurant & Lounge. The Hangover sandwich is one of the menu highlights with applewood-smoked bacon, turkey sausage and caramelized jalapeño and onion between thick slices of sourdough toast. Or, you can pay homage to the good ol’ south with traditional biscuits and gravy. In the mornings visitors can sit back with a cup of coffee and newspaper on the restaurant’s cozy outdoor patio or toss back a few cold ones with friends later in the day before a night out on the town.

Petite Maison – Headed by local favorite, Chef James Porter, formerly of Tapino Kitchen & Wine Bar, the French-themed country bistro will bring comfort to travelers with quality food at a lower price point. A compact menu – matching the size of the quaint restaurant that will only seat about 80 people – focuses on classic Gallic for lunch, dinner and brunch with highlights like beignets and chicory coffee. Scheduled to open in summer 2009.

The Chef’s Loft – Set for the SouthBridge district, this state-of-the-art chef’s studio will play host to a culinary school with classes headed by renowned chefs from across the country. With a fully stocked kitchen from Viking Range Corporation, The Chef’s Loft will include space for private events in addition to public demonstrations for guests. The space also will be used as a set for lifestyle television shows, documentaries, commercials and more. Opening fall 2009.

Scottsdale Businesses Honored with Awards

Melissa Matthews — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:58:09 +0000

Congratulations to our members who recently received awards.

Several Scottsdale-area restaurants were recognized by The James Beard Foundation as semifinalists across several categories:

Outstanding Restaurateur: Sam Fox, Fox Restaurant Concepts
Best New Restaurant: NoCA
Outstanding Wine Service: Kazimierz World Wine Bar
Best Chef in the Southwest: Beau MacMillan, elements at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa

Golfweek magazine’s list of best public-access courses honored several local golf clubs:

Troon North Golf Club’s Monument (No. 2) and Pinnacle (No. 8 )
We-Ko-Pa Golf Club’s Saguaro (No.1) and Cholla (No.3)
Talking Stick Golf Club’s North Course (No. 4) and South Course (No. 14)
TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium (No. 6) and Champions (No. 20)
Boulders Golf Club’s North Course (No. 9) and South Course (No. 15)
Grayhawk Golf Club’s Raptor (No. 13) and Talon (No. 23)
SunRidge Canyon Golf Club (No. 12)
Longbow Golf Club (No. 16)

TripAdvisor’s Travelers Choice Award recognized Royal Palms Resort and Spa as No. 78 on its “Best Luxury Resorts in the World” list and as No. 7 on its “Top 10 Luxury Resorts in the United States” list.

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch received Elite Certified Status by Elite Meetings International and also was honored with Meetings & Conventions’ 2009 Gold Tee Award and Successful Meetings’ Pinnacle Award.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport was named No.1 on Health Magazine’s “America’s Healthiest Airports” list and No. 7 on Travel + Leisure’s “Best Airports of 2008” list.

Encore Creative was recognized by Event Solutions magazine as the “2009 Event Supplier of the Year.”

InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa was honored on Travel + Leisure’s “Top 45 New Hotels of the Year” list.

Chaparral Suites Resort Scottsdale was awarded Meeting & Conventions’ Gold Key award.

Enter by June 11 to win big in Scottsdale

Rachel Pearson — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:13:03 +0000

Arizona residents: Don’t miss your chance to win a $1,400 luxury Scottsdale staycation package for two, including a two-night stay at the InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa, Joya Spa treatments, dinner at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, golf at Eagle Mountain Golf Club, and a tour with Across Arizona Tours.

Plus, test your tourism IQ and you could win one of nearly two dozen signature Scottsdale prizes - from restaurant gift cards and a round of golf for four to museum passes and outdoor adventure experiences in Scottsdale.

Find these chances to win and more at www.ScottsdaleTravelMatters.com. Don’t miss your chance to win – enter by June 11.

Experience Scottsdale Wins Print Advertising Creative at the 2009 AMA Spectrum Awards

Mitchell Tay — Thu, 28 May 2009 23:21:22 +0000

The American Marketing Association hosted its 7th Annual Spectrum Awards the Sheraton Downtown Phoenix yesterday. Over 150 marketing professionals attended this prestigious event. The Scottsdale CVB was awarded the Spectrum Award in the category of Print Advertising Creative and was a finalist in the category of Online Advertising Creative. Check out our Richly Sonoran Brand Campaign here.

Enter “Where the Locals Go” contest for your chance to win

Rachel Pearson — Mon, 11 May 2009 15:50:29 +0000

Attention all Arizona residents: Enter the “Where the Locals Go” video contest showing your favorite ways to vacation in Scottsdale for a chance to win a luxury Scottsdale staycation valued at $1,400. Plus, take a 5-question quiz to see how much you know about travel and tourism in Scottsdale and enter to win one of nearly two dozen signature Scottsdale prizes (including restaurant gift cards, golf, outdoor adventures, and more).

Visit www.ScottsdaleTravelMatters.com for your chance to win as we celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week.

Celebrate Tourism in Scottsdale

Rachel Pearson — Mon, 04 May 2009 18:14:56 +0000

Attention all Arizona residents: Your knowledge of Scottsdale’s tourism industry is your key to valuable prizes! In conjunction with National Travel & Tourism Week (May 9-17), the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau is launching a new Web site designed to help residents learn more about tourism and how it directly benefits them and our community.

More to come Monday, May 11 for your chance to win a Scottsdale staycation, one of nearly two dozen signature Scottsdale prizes, and explore all the ways that tourism works for you. Stay tuned!