Everything fabulous in Arizona: restaurants, spas, things to do, resorts and more!
Many locals have switched up their morning work commute or bus ride to school for a walk to their home office or virtual learning space. As this is a reality for many Arizonans, three Valley resorts are offering work (or learn) from hotel packages that offer a change of scenery and access to uplifting amenities.
The Cassara Carlsbad hotel, located in coastal Carlsbad in San Diego County, was reimagined in December of 2019 and opened in June 2020. The all-new Cassara Carlsbad is nestled on 12 lush acres overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean and the seasonal Carlsbad Flower Fields.
Floor 13 Rooftop Bar is located on the 13th floor of the Hilton Garden Inn in heart of Downtown Phoenix. Serving up cocktails, wine and beer along with light bites, the rooftop terrace features a spacious sundeck area and a breathtaking view overlooking the Phoenix skyline.
As the owner and creative director of Phoenix’s Skyline Productions, Joe Reynolds’ career has taken him around the globe. He even says that he could write a book on all the adventures he has had with his longtime high-def video production company, which opened in 1991.
Picture this—the sun is rising, the birds are singing and everything smells like campfire from the night before. Only one thing would make the morning complete: an expertly brewed cup of coffee. Here, Andrew Robertson, district manager of Arizona’s Press Coffee, explains his favorite gadgets for gourmet coffee at the campsite.
Starting August 19, Ballet Arizona is offering a way for fans and dancers to connect via its first-ever dance-inspired book club. The quarterly Ballet Arizona Book Club is a free and open-to-the-public online event to build community and appreciation for the art.
Arizona has a reputation for a few things—warm weather, beautiful sunsets and surprisingly good coffee. Between the innovative drink creations, eccentric shop decor and charismatic baristas, there’s more than a few things that make Arizona a true coffee haven.
Settled along Phoenix’s restaurant row on Seventh Street is Bevvy Uptown—a swanky gastropub that boasts an extensive food and beverage menu, with everything from refined cocktails to flavorful, handcrafted meals.
Caroline Wesnitzer is the co-founder of Trusting Connections, one of the most respected nanny agencies in the country serving Tucson, Phoenix and Dallas-Fort Worth. The company was founded in 2014 in Tucson, and just last year was on track to become a multi-million-dollar company.
There is magic up the hill far before the first snowfall. While still keeping its cozy “mountain town” charm, Flagstaff is gaining more and more national attention as a hot spot for couples, friends and families looking for adventure and culinary creativity, especially in the summer and fall months and well before the first snow falls (and skiers ascend upon the city).