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McCormick Scottsdale: Beautiful Room Views You Can Not Get Enough Of

On A Four Night stay at the McCormick Scottsdale, I enjoyed comfortable beds, beautiful rooms and a view to die for. While some hotels I toured had some glorious rooftop bars, pools and vantage points, I was as surprised as you may be to find that my favorite view was that of my rooms balcony at the McCormick Scottsdale. Situated on Floor 3, towards the end of the building, I was in a Superior Room with two double beds and a private balcony/patio including table and chairs. A little note to put this into perspective:

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The Phoenician: A Resort As Luxurious As It Sounds
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The Phoenician: A Resort As Luxurious As It Sounds

Resting at the base of Camel back mountain, The Phoenician has served as a peaceful sanctuary to it’s patrons for 33 years. In 1985, Charles Keating, founder, schemed grand plans for a multi-million dollar luxury resort to display only the finest of European sophistication and style – but in the middle of the Sonoran desert. In order to make the hotel not only a luxury resort but a work of art, he aspired to include only the finest materials in the building of The Phoenician.

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Hyatt Regency, Gainey Ranch: A Beachy Paradise

Hyatt Regency, Gainey Ranch: A Beachy Paradise

Nestled in the Scottsdale desert and framed against the McDowell Mountains, Hyatt Regency rests. As a 4-star hotel, they’ve earned a renowned reputation and are often compared to a Hawaii hotel in all its splendor. From their sweeping grand foyer with floor to ceiling windows to their magnificent expanse of swimming areas including a designated ‘adults-only’ pool and a poolside bar, there’s not much to want for at this 27 acre destination.

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Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town
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Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town

If you’re looking for chic, modern and relaxed in the middle of the action(and the sun), The Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town might just be your ticket. As the newest hotel in Old Town, The Canopy is definitely fresh. With new rooms – well, new everything really – you’re getting the best of the best. This hotel doesn’t have to hide wear and tear – because it really doesn’t have any.

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The Fairmont Princess: An Ultimate Vacation Destination
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The Fairmont Princess: An Ultimate Vacation Destination

If you're a follower of this blog, you probably know I'm what some would call a die-hard Disney fan. You probably also know I am a travel specialist. Considering those two things, I doubt there is any surprise when I say I hold Disney Park vacations at the top of my vacation suggestions! However, today we're talking about a different type of vacation destination all together. Scottsdale. To be more specific, this post is all about The Scottsdale Princess. Over the next few weeks I'll be releasing articles on where to stay and what to do in Scottsdale. But first, a little background to this fair city.

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