From socially distant Santa photos to dazzling drive-through holiday light displays, the Valley is full of safe-yet-festive fun that proves even 2020 can’t stifle the holiday spirit.
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The Goodness of Gratitude
In honor of Thanksgiving week, Jessica Lizza of Scottsdale-based TTI Success Insights outlines the beauty of gratitude, how to practice it in your daily life and the benefit it can have on your brain. As Lizza writes, “When it comes to gratitude, there’s a lot more going on inside your brain than you think.”
The Arizona Biltmore To Reopen in January
After a temporary COVID-induced closure in late March, The Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort is set to reopen its doors on Jan. 5, 2021. At that time, the long-adored Phoenix resort will debut a fresh identity and new additions to its world-class resort experience.
4 Unusual Things to Do in Jerome
Jerome is one of Arizona’s most unique towns—and with a history that covers everything from gold mining to ghosts, how could it not be? Here are four of the best and most unusual things to do on your next visit to this quirky corner of the state.
ADERO Scottsdale Now Open
Autograph Collection Hotel’s newest addition, ADERO Scottsdale, is excited to announce it has officially opened its doors to the public. The highly anticipated resort is the first Desert Sky Zone resort in Scottsdale, the 29th Desert Sky Zone in the world.
Padre Murphy’s Introduces Paint Night
Need a fun Tuesday out? Artist Lexie Swan from AZ PAINT NIGHT stops by Padre Murphy’s every Tuesday night for a fun, socially distanced Painting Party on the patio from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Ballet Arizona Announces Fall and Winter Virtual Performances
We can’t imagine a winter without seeing a Ballet Arizona performance of “The Nutcracker.” Fortunately, tickets are now on sale for virtual performances of both “Inspire” and “Nutcracker Suite.”
The New Cottages at The Strawberry Inn
The ever-popular Strawberry Inn recently premiered 12 new tiny cottages that are perfect for a quaint and COVID-friendly escape to the pines.
3 Fall Foods with the Most Nutritional Benefits
Dr. Shaun Kennedy, ND, assistant professor of nutrition at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, outlines which fresh, seasonal foods to add into your diet with the new season. While everyone is excited for all things pumpkin spice, consider picking up one of these nutritious fall foods on your next shopping trip.
Colette Skin Studio Opens in Scottsdale
Located in Scottsdale, the newly opened Colette Skin Studio specializes in natural, pure products and holistic treatments from seasoned esthetician and Valley native, Kim Carson.