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Sports It seems as soon as Arizona reaches a significant sports milestone, there are several more
on the horizon. If you don’t believe us, let the stats speak for themselves. The 1st ever National Championship BCS Game was held at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale on January 8, 2007. The Arizona Cardinals, a charter member of the NFL, played in their first Super Bowl in 2009. Arizona was host to the 2008 Super Bowl, the 2009 NBA All-Star Game, the 2009 NCAA Men’s Basketball West Regionals, and looks forward to the 2011 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. Recently Arizona announced that it is leading efforts to bring the largest, most popular sporting event internationally to the University of Phoenix Stadium. As one of 27 potential host communities, Arizona will be assisting the USA Bid Committee to bring the FIFA World Cup to the United States for the first time since 1994. Arizona sports are simply pure fun, complete with the friendliest and loudest tournament on the PGA tour, the fastest cars in NASCAR, the bleacher crowds and cracker jacks of Spring Training, and a team in every major professional sports league. Arizona has become a national sports Mecca. Cactus League Spring Training Crowd-Pleasing Action Buckle Up SHOPPINGWithout question, if you’re into power-shopping, the number of prized properties in the Valley of the Sun are too numerous to mention, but here’s a short lineup of remarkable facilities that will help you get started. Scottsdale boasts an impressive array of independent retail centers, notably, the downtown Scottsdale Arts, Shopping & Entertainment Districts. World-famous is Scottsdale’s 5th Avenue arts district, home to more than 30 restaurants and 80 specialty shops. The district pairs the flavor of Scottsdale’s past (think trading posts) with the essence of the present (pampering day spas). Just down the street is the Scottsdale Waterfront, which made its splashy debut along the Arizona Canal. Landscaped pathways and pedestrian-only bridges lead to some of the hottest drink spots and shops in town, such as Estate House, the Glass Slipper and Estilo, a women’s fashion boutique with an in-store catwalk. Across the street at the coveted Camelback and Scottsdale Road corner, Scottsdale Fashion Square offers some of the best department stores in the country including Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and Barneys New York. Specialty shops are also plentiful – the newest being Forever 21, Arthur, Christian Audigier, and True Religion. After all this fruitful shopping, the see-and-be-seen crowd will want to wine and dine at the new Modern Steak, the latest in the Fox Restaurant concepts. North on Scottsdale Road the Borgata of Scottsdale wins the award for the Valley’s most architecturally interesting outdoor shopping center. Crafted to resemble the Italian Tuscan village of San Gimignano, the Borgata comes with stone walls, turrets, ramparts and a pleasing mix of local and national boutiques, such as Chico’s and Pink Paradise, a Lilly Pulitzer Signature store. Another outdoor center and adjacent to the Westin Kierland, Kierland Commons blends shopping, dining and luxury loft living in a spirited indoor/outdoor mix. It’s beach season year-round at Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Café and Emporium, while that perfect one-of-a-kind gift could be tucked into any nook or cranny at Restoration Hardware. Just across the street is Scottsdale’s newest shopping addition, Scottsdale Quarter. Inspired by quaint cityscapes with welcoming storefronts, this is the home of Arizona’s first H&M as well as the Apple Store, Williams Sonoma Home and West Elm. Biltmore Fashion Park has been a Phoenix institution for years and today it’s more dynamic than ever. Its red poinsettia displays at Christmastime are legendary, but at any time of year, count on eye-catching floral arrangements. Saks Fifth Avenue is a crowd-pleaser here. However, the independents are all the rage in downtown Phoenix. Make sure you stop by the funky and eclectic Bunky Boutique. This unique mix of every day fashion lines, interspersed with original local independent designers has been featured in InStyle, Travel + Leisure and Time Magazine. On the west side of Greater Phoenix, Historic Downtown Glendale is well-known for its picket-fenced yards housing the cutest shops, restaurants and boutiques. However, Glendale also boasts one of the largest malls in the region – Arrowhead Towne Center which has more than 170 shops and restaurants. And pretty much brand new, Glendale’s Sports and Entertainment District is exactly what it sounds like. Located here is the University of Phoenix Stadium and the Jobing.com Arena – both hosting numerous special events in addition to the sports teams they were built for. Next door to these, visitors can shop at Westgate City Center, the Zanjero District and Cabela’s, the world’s foremost outfitter. If staying in the east Valley, visit Chandler Fashion Center. Anchored by Nordstrom, Dillard’s, Macy’s and Sears, the 240-store shopping center also features The Village, an outdoor pavilion with the unique Dancing Waters, an interactive fountain display of music, light, sound and water. A visit to Downtown Mesa is a must for any serious shopper. The independent, locally-owned boutiques are filled with antiques, fashions, and unique décor coupled with coffee shops, museums and art galleries. Make sure to swing by Domestic Bliss on Main Street for vintage-inspired beauty or Mystic Paper to pick up the one-of-a-kind necessities to scrapbook your experiences. A mere 10 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport is Arizona Mills in Tempe. With more than 175 stores, restaurants and entertainment venues, it’s worth canceling your first flight and catching the next one just to see it all. If you’re searching for bargains, look no further than the Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th Outlet or Neiman Marcus Last Call. Arizona Mills was recently selected to house the brand new Sea Life Aquarium. This 26,000 square foot facility will house 12 habitat zones and transport visitors from the Arizona desert to the depths of the ocean. If you’d like to enjoy the sunshine and find a few treasures to take home, visit Mill Avenue or Tempe Marketplace for unique outdoor shopping experiences. Finally, the monumental 342,000-square-foot IKEA store in Tempe houses Swedish-style furniture and accessories for folks with savings on their minds. Without question, if you’re the kind of person who likes to shop until you drop, by all means drop in on Arizona. PHOENIX & CENTRALThe Phoenix symphony Bob Bondurant School of High Experience the thrill of High Performance Driving! From driving Corvettes, Hot Laps with Pro drivers, to 50MPH go karts, Bondurant is an experience no one will forget! Group programs can include meetings and fully catered meals in the Bondurant Museum as part of an action-packed driving and racing event. EXPERIENCE for groups of any size. Call today. Commemorative Air Force
Arizona Wing Aviation Museum Surround yourself with our collection of vintage aircraft during your next reception, corporate event, reunion, fundraiser, or wedding in our 30,000-sf hangar. View beautiful Red Mountain while dining under the wing of a WWII bomber. Our museum accommodates up to 1,440 guests indoors, and greater numbers outdoors. Located two miles off Loop 202, we are easily accessible from Scottsdale and central Phoenix. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Taliesin West was built by Frank Lloyd Wright and his apprentices in the 1930s and was constantly expanded and modified by the architect until his death in 1959. Wright and his apprentices literally created Taliesin West out of the desert by gathering rocks from the desert floor and sand from the washes to keep the design in balance with the surrounding environment. The site, considered one of the Wright’s greatest masterpieces, was designed to serve as Wright’s personal home, studio and architectural laboratory. Taliesin West is particularly suited for hosting weddings/receptions, rehearsal dinners, exclusive corporate dinners/receptions and small daytime meetings. Daily guided public tours may be custom-designed for groups. Visit franklloydwright.com for gifts, books and a listing of events. Heard Museum Immerse guests in the authentic Southwest at the historic Heard Museum of Native Cultures and Art. Spanish colonial-style architecture provides an exquisite setting perfect for day and evening events. Enjoy indoor venues and outdoor courtyards, complimentary guided tours and distinctive gifts at the Heard Museum Shop, all at a convenient downtown location minutes from the airport, convention center and hotels. Let our expert planners help you create a distinctive and memorable experience like no other. The Phoenix Zoo Phoenix Zoo, nestled on 125 acres within Papago Park, is surrounded by lush flora and dramatic desert and water views. The Stone House Pavilion and 16 designated outdoor sites, some a short distance from exotic animals, are fun and unique for weddings and receptions, corporate business meetings, company picnics, school proms, holiday parties, teambuilding and more. The Phoenix Zoo is centrally located to Phoenix, Tempe and Scottsdale. For information visit phoenixzoo.org. Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass Just minutes from Sky Harbor, Rawhide is the perfect location for meetings and events. Offering 14 distinct private facilities, Rawhide is considered the 5th largest venue for meeting and exhibit space. Whether you need space of 20 or 10,000, Rawhide has the perfect space for you. Enjoy the town and all that Rawhide has to offer, from the world renowned Steakhouse & Saloon, to our unique shops and a variety of attractions. We look forward to welcoming your group to our 1880’s western frontier town. Speedway Raceway Rev up meetings, fire up tired employees, thank your customers, appreciate employees or simply take a “fast” break. Speedway is the indoor kart racing venue of choice. We can accommodate groups of all sizes at the best rates in Arizona. Centrally located in Phoenix. tUCSON & sOUTHERNAmerind Foundation Museum Travel only an hour east of Tucson and you’ll find the Amerind Foundation Museum and Art Gallery hidden amongst the balancing granite boulders in the spectacular Texas Canyon area. Just a mile south of I-10, the Amerind, founded in 1937, houses one of the finest private collections of Native American artifacts and art in the country. Open year round Tuesday through Sunday, 10am - 4pm nORTHERNAntelope Canyon Tours A tour to this awe-inspiring sculpture set in stone is a must for amateur and professional photographers. Come with our Navajo guides to see Mother Nature’s work of art. Antelope Point Marina Discover over 92 major canyons and the majestic Rainbow Bridge National Monument aboard a houseboat. Soak up the solitude – or run on waves for hours with watercraft rentals of your choice. Not to mention its unsurpassed guest services and amenities. Your houseboat awaits. Arizona River Runners Arizona River Runners has been providing 3- to 13-day rafting adventures since 1970 in one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Choose from either an oar-powered or motor-powered trip and escape into the magic of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Come experience with family, friends or co-workers the adventure and tranquility of a Grand Canyon whitewater rafting trip that for many is their “trip-of-a-lifetime.” Black Canyon/ Spend an inspirational afternoon aboard a smooth-water rafting tour. Launch at the base of magnificent Hoover Dam. Knowledgeable tour guides. Float 12 miles down the Colorado River. Enjoy extraordinary scenery and wildlife viewing. Relax and enjoy the breathtaking journey amidst nature’s wonders. Just 30 minutes from Las Vegas. Grand Canyon Railway Take the historic trip by rail to the Grand Canyon on restored passenger cars behind vintage locomotives. The trip to the canyon covers 65 miles of classic Old West territory, including high desert plains with endless vistas, small arroyos and the world’s largest Ponderosa pine forest. Maverick Helicopters Maverick Helicopters operates state-of-the-art helicopters with air-conditioning, voice-activated headsets and surround sound stereo. Personalized narration and DVD recording of each flight. Custom groups departing Grand Canyon and Scottsdale. Please contact Moon Civetz at 702.948.1311 or mcivetz@maverickaviationgroup.com. Pink Jeep Tours Since 1960, Pink Jeep Tours has been providing the most talked-about off-road adventures in the Southwest. Have a group that wants to do something unique and fun? Ask about Pink Jeep Tours special events. We offer Western barbecues, picnic lunches, company outings with teambuilding activities and much more. |
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