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ARIZONA BILTMORE, A WALDORF ASTORIA RESORT o o o o o Opened in 1929, the legendary Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa features 740 guest accommodations; full-service Spa, Salon and Fitness Center; two 18-hole championship golf courses and 18 hole putting course; and poolside dining with a swim- up bar; year-round outdoor adventure. The Arizona Biltmore has achieved today's highest luxury standards while faithfully preserving the historic design and ambiance that has made it an architectural landmark of international prominence. AAA Four Diamond. JW MARRIOTT DESERT RIDGE & SPA o o o o o This resort, located in the beautiful Sonoran Desert, combines the elements of nature with modern architectural design. Its features include four pools with lazy rivers and slides, a Southwest-inspired Revive spa, a 36-hole golf course, eight tennis courts and 10 restaurants. Guestrooms offer private patios or balconies overlooking gardens, pools, golf courses and mountains. AAA Four Diamond. PHOENIX 1 3 PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE P H O E N I X S O U T H P H O E N I X S C O T T S D A L E M E S A T E M P E G U A D A L U P E G L E N D A L E P A R A D I S E V A L L E Y 10 10 10 17 17 60 60 60 87 87 51 202 101 101 202 143 0 4 miles 0 4 km Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Arizona State U. Scottsdale Center for the Arts Taliesin West S a lt R i v er Squaw Peak Rec. Area North Mt. Rec. Area South Mountain Park Salt River Indian Reservation Bell Rd. Greenway Rd. Thunderbird Rd. Cactus Rd. Peoria Ave. Dunlap Ave. Shea Blvd. Alma School Rd. Dobson Rd. Pima Rd. Pima Rd. Hayden Rd. Scottsdale Rd. 64th St. 47th St. 32nd St. 24th St. 16th St. 7th St. Central Ave. 7th Ave. 19th Ave. 27th Ave. 35th Ave. 43rd Ave. Invergordon Rd. Tatum Blvd. Rural Rd. Price Rd. Arizona Ave. McQueen Rd. Cooper Rd. Stapley Dr. Mesa Dr. Northern Ave. Glendale Ave. Grand Ave. Bethany Home Rd. VanBuren St. Camelback Rd. Lincoln Dr. McDonald Dr. Indian School Rd. Thomas Rd. McDowell Rd. McKellips Rd. University Dr. Broadway Rd. Lower Buckeye Rd. Buckeye Rd. Southern Ave. Baseline Rd. Guadalupe Rd. Dobbins Rd. Elliot Rd. Baseline Rd. 7 5 19 8 1 15 16 13 9 14 11 12 18 20 2 10 17 4 3 6 In Phoenix, magnificent nature seems to reach the endless sky. Rock climbers and hikers flock to Camelback Mountain and its 200 foot vertical red cliffs. Perhaps the ultimate zen experience is golfing amid the Sonoran Desert scenery. For something less physical, take in the views of Phoenix from a scenic drive at South Mountain Park as you slowly climb to the 2,330 foot summit along twisty roads. Scottsdale's lush Sonoran Desert setting provides a vacation experience unlike any other! Here, year-round sunshine creates the ideal climate for outdoor adventures like hiking, horseback riding and Jeep tours, as well as urban explorations that include world-class shopping, outstanding art galleries and museums, renowned restaurants and a high-energy nightlife scene. THE BOULDERS, A WALDORF ASTORIA COLLECTION o o o o o Untouched. Unspoiled. The Boulders, A Waldorf Astoria Resort provides a luxurious natural retreat immersed within two Jay Morrish championship golf courses. Enjoy a striking destination in North Scottsdale inspired by the extraordinary landscape, melding the offerings of thrilling outdoor recreation and renowned spa treatments, with the unsurpassed beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Be one with the environment at this enchanting Scottsdale resort. AAA Four Diamond. 2 ARIZONA GRAND RESORT o o o o Nestled on 164 acres at the foot of South Mountain Preserve, this all- suite property recently unveiled a $52 million resort enhancement including renovated guestrooms, a new lobby, restaurant and lounge. Hit the championship golf course, revive your mind, body and spirit at the spa, work out at the athletic club or make a splash at the 7-acre private resort water park. AAA Four Diamond. 4 14 Phoenix/Scottsdale

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