Nestled against a backdrop of various mountain ranges and the wild of the surrounding Sonoran desert, the valley of Phoenix, Arizona, provides travelers with Western appeal and enjoyment. Whether you're in the region for golf at one of the area's premier courses, or you're just traveling with the family, Phoenix has a lot to offer for all-inclusive vacations.
Royal Palms Resort & Spa
Travelers who enjoy the finer things in life tend to enjoy the atmosphere and elegance Royal Palms Resort & Spa offers. The famous Camelback Mountain provides breathtaking desert views while guests relax by the lagoon-style pool located in the atrium of the resort. Lush, green and exotic foliage decorates the walls and landscape of the Royal Palms Resort & Spa, and the architecture is reminiscent of the Old World. All-inclusive packages at the resort such as its elaborate wedding-event package can accommodate more than 20,000 square feet of the property for your guests. Fine dining, dancing, games and therapeutic spa access make Royal Palms Resort & Spa an ideal, all-inclusive vacation.
Royal Palms Resort & Spa
5200 East Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85018-3020
(602) 977-6400
www.royalpalmshotel.com
Gold Canyon Golf Club
Mountainous range surrounding Gold Canyon.
Ranked by "Golf Digest" as one of Arizona's top golf courses, Gold Canyon Golf Club combines desert living with rich, luxurious appeal. Golfer such as Tiger Woods, Annika Sorenstam and legendary rocker Alice Cooper play at Gold Canyon Golf Club regularly, and the all-inclusive resort brings travelers back year after year. Amenities include exceptional dining, spa access and several styles of suites to cater to any need. Wedding packages are offered, as well as packages for families traveling with children. Gold Canyon Golf Club intertwines with Dinosaur Mountain, giving it direct access to one of Arizona's most famous mountain ranges, The Superstitions, which are believed to be home to the legendary Lost Dutchman's Mine.
Gold Canyon Golf Club
6100 S Kings Ranch Road
Apache Junction, AZ 85218
(480) 982-9449
www.gcgr.com
Hotel San Carlos
Recommended by "The New York Times" as one of Phoenix's best-themed hotels, Hotel San Carlos presents a look at the golden era of the silver screen. Each suite is decorated and named according to Hollywood legends such as Marilyn Monroe, Ingrid Bergman, Cary Grant and many more. Special, all-inclusive guest packages offer valet parking, personal in-room computers with net access, 24-hour taxi service and rooftop lounge and heated pool access. Special activities packages also are offered to travelers who want to go on tours of the Valley of the Sun.
Hotel San Carlos
202 North Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 253-4121
hotelsancarlos.com
About The Author
Writing since 1995, Chelsea Hoffman is featured on Travels, Golflink, Golfsmith, DoBeGreen.com and other venues. The author of "Planet Omega," "The Stranger," and the upcoming "Chloe's Journal," Hoffman devotes her life to writing about a wide range of topics from cooking and gardening to pet and health topics.
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