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Phoenix/Scottsdale Travel Guide
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items My favorite spots in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area! If you have any specific questions please let me know!
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Where to Stay
Where to Eat
Where to Shop
What to Do
Where to Stay
These are my favorite resorts in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area! There's a lot of great Airbnb and VRBO options too! If you have questions about where to stay relevant to a specific area please let me know!
The Biltmore is located centrally in Phoenix near great shopping and restaurants! It is a wonderful property with many pools, dining options, waterslides, and a great spa! I recommend getting room with access to the Citrus Club or a cottage!
Arizona Biltmore | Luxury Resort in Phoenix, AZ
My favorite resort in the area with a wonderful spa and on site restaurants! This resort is located in Scottsdale near TPC if you're coming for the Open! This resort is super family friendly with many pools, waterslides, and every summer they have a ...
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess | Official Site
A great family resort located in North Phoenix! The newly renovated waterpark is the best in the area!
Luxury Resort Phoenix AZ | JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Within walking distance to Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter! This is the Westin Villas where you can utilize the amenities at the Westin Resort but the rooms are larger and nicer! If you need more space, multiple bedrooms, or a washer & dr...
Scottsdale Vacation Resort | The Westin Kierland Villas, Scottsdale
Where to Eat
Located across the street from the Biltmore Fashion Park, this Mediterranean inspired spot is one of my favorites! Their small plates are excellent and the rooftop is fun for a drink!
FLINT by Baltaire Home | Phoenix Arizona
Located at the Scottsdale Quarter. The food is great and the atmosphere perfect for a date night! All of the starters, pastas, and sides are excellent!
etta | Neighborhood Italian Dining
My favorite breakfast spot! Located in central Phoenix. Everything is excellent but the omelets, pancakes and bacon are my favs!
Fame Caffe
The BEST CROISSANTS in the Valley!!! Excellent selection of French pastries, gelato, and other goodies! One location in Scottsdale and one location in Phoenix.
JL Patisserie: High-end French Pastries in Scottsdale
A great spot for a quick lunch or dinner with multiple locations across the valley! EVERYTHING is good!
Healthy Food for a Happy World | Flower Child
Perfect for healthy meal! A few locations including Scottsdale Quarter and Biltmore Fashion Park. Don't sleep on the weekend brunch either!
True Food Kitchen
A great spot for Mexican food! Location in an old church so it is a little on the noisy side but the food is execellent!
Taco Guild
A fun spot for great Mexican food! A few locations across the valley but my favorite is the Desert Ridge location! The tableside guacamole is must!
Barrio Queen Locations: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Gilbert, & Queen Creek
A highly recognized pizza spot that originated in Arizona! There are 2 locations in the valley. The menu is small but the pizza is fantastic!
Pizzeria Bianco - Phoenix wood fired pizzas
One of my favorite patios in the Valley! Great for dinner or happy hour! Everything is delicious but my favs are the cornbread, burger, tacos, and brussel sprout salad! The french fries are a MUST! Best key lime pie too!
Chelsea's Kitchen | An Arizona Roadhouse in Arcadia
Great Italian spot near Biltmore Fashion Park! The menu rotates seasonally but all the pastas are made in house and are delicious!
The Parlor
A fun spot that serves breakfast all day! Traditional breakfast items mixed with unique offerings!
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Where to Shop
The best shopping in the area! Everything from Louis Vuitton to Forever 21 plus departments stores like Nordstrom and Dillards! Tons of great restaurants as well! This mall is all indoors so its a great activity in the summer months to get out of the...
Scottsdale Fashion Square: Premier Scottsdale Mall
This is an outdoor shopping area with great shops like Anthropologie, Madewell, and Alo Yoga! A fun place to walk with restaurants like Postinos, Tommy Bahama, and Shake Shack! It is across the street from another shopping/dining area, the Scottsdale...
Kierland Commons | Home
Across the street from Kierland Commons, this outdoor shopping & dining center has stores like Apple, Lululemon, Restoration Hardware, and Veronica Beard. Some of my favorite restaurants here are True Food Kitchen, Etta, and Culinary Dropout. Can...
Scottsdale Shopping Center - Scottsdale Quarter
Biltmore Fashion Park is another outdoor shopping & dining center. The only Saks location in the valley is here, as well as stores like J.Crew, Lululemon, and Anthropologie. There are some great restaurants here too like True Food Kitchen, Pomo, ...
Biltmore Fashion Park Shopping & Dining Complex in Phoenix, AZ | Official Site
What to Do
My favorite things to do in the Phoenix/Scottsdale Area. If you have questions please let me know!
The area has SO MANY great resorts with fun pools and waterparks! Book a day pass here f you want to check out one you're not stay at. They also have spa day passes if you want to experience the spa without booking a spa treatment! My favorites are t...
ResortPass | Book a Day Pass to a Hotel or Resort starting at only $25
A great resource for hiking trails! Please be aware of difficulty and the heat. Always take water with you!
Best Hikes In and Around Phoenix
Visit Frank Lloyd Wright's desert home for a tour or a special event hosted throughout the year!
About Taliesin West - Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation
They have wonderful exhibits and events throughout the year! Advanced purchased tickets recommended!
Homepage - Desert Botanical Garden