Phoenix

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. Golfers love the championship courses located amidst the Sonoran Dessert scenery. For something less physical, take in the views of Phoenix from a scenic drive in South Mountain Park as you slowly climb on to the 2330-foot summit along twisty roads.

When to go:

February - May; September - November

Where to stay:

The Phoenician

Brightened by the rich colors and textures of the great American Southwest, The Phoenician sits The Phoenician Hotel majestically on 250 acre at the base of Camelback Mountain. One of Arizona’s premier luxury resorts, it offers 647 spacious guestrooms, suites and casitas of uncommon beauty and style. The Phoenician is renowned for its 27-hole USGA championship golf facility made up of three memorable nines, the award –winning Centre of Well Being featuring personalized spa programs , fitness classed and workout facilities, the top-rated Tennis Garden , incredible cuisine, a mother-of-pearl-tiled swimming pool and the unique Funician Kid Club. AAA Five Diamond.

What to do:

Colors & Canyons

This 12 hour Grand Canyon air and ground combination full-day tour takes you through the Sonoran Desert and then on to the tour finale, a flight over the Grand Canyon.