Did you know that in downtown Scottsdale there is a wonderful rare book store that specializes in fine first editions, manuscripts, signed or inscribed items? Charles Parkhurst Rare Books and Autographs has a beautiful new location right on the corner of Marshall Way and 5th Ave. This is a not to be missed local treasure. [...]
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26 Aug 09
Be a Tourist in Your Own Town
It always seems that the town we live in is the last place we think to explore when it comes to visiting interesting places. For us it’s Scottsdale, AZ and we LOVE it!! Most people would be very pleasantly surprised to find that there are great shops, galleries, restaurants and architecture within a short walk or drive from [...]
27 Jun 09
Santa Fe-The Finale
Saturday, my last day in Santa Fe, (for this trip anyway!) My flight out of Albuquerque wasn’t until late afternoon so Leslie and I decided to take the “long way”. After running a few errands we left Santa Fe around 10 a.m. and headed to “the ranch”. The ranch is the home of Schenck [...]
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20 Jun 09
Santa Fe IIII
Well Friday and my Santa Fe adventure wraps up when I head to the airport on Saturday morning. But it isn’t over yet! Once again the day started out working at home, blogging and such. It was such a beautiful day that Leslie and I walked downtown to the Mission Cafe and Sweet Shop, [...]
12 Jun 09
Santa Fe III
Thursday, Leslie’s birthday and it was the most beautiful day in Santa Fe so far! Warm and no rain. We started the birthday celebrations with lunch at Coyote Cantina the adjunct establishment to the popular Coyote Café. The Cantina serves light Latino/Cuban fare and cocktails on a festively painted terrace. After a leisurely lunch with our mutual friend Peter Weiss, Leslie took [...]
5 Jun 09
Sante Fe part II
Wednesday in Santa Fe started off sunny and cool, by the standards of a desert dweller, but a beautiful day! By now we have internet access at the house so decide to have coffee there and start our explorations at lunch time. I still need a map! Leslie takes me on a driving tour around the newly [...]
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4 Jun 09
Santa Fe
Took off from Scottsdale on Monday with my friend Leslie for a road trip to Santa Fe. As an experienced art and cultural tour designer and guide in Arizona I am looking forward to getting to know the nuances of Santa Fe. Fortunately, I’m with an expert! Having lived here for 21 years, Leslie knows Santa [...]
12 Mar 08
Convenience Trumps Cost for Biz Travelers
The economy may be struggling and businesses are looking at savings to be had in corporate travel, but comfort is still cousin to convenience, even at a few dollars more, according to an Orbitz for Business survey.
A strong majority are willing to pay for upgraded benefits like refundable air fares, seating priority and other perks. [...]
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12 Mar 08
Scottsdale Among Top Destinations
CORPORATE PLANNERS RANK SCOTTSDALE AMONG TOP DESTINATIONS.
Scottsdale is the fifth most popular destination for corporate meetings held in the past three years, according to a recent marketing study conducted by Metropoll. The city trails only Las Vegas, Orlando, Chicago and Atlanta in corporate meeting popularity. Scottsdale fared even better in terms of major meetings planned [...]
15 Jun 07
Summer is the best time to visit Scottsdale
With hotel rates starting under $100 a night, summer is a GREAT time to visit beautiful Scottsdale.
