Archives for December 2008

Scottsdale Spas and Golf

December 31, 2008 szabogroup

Scottsdale is recognized as the world’s finest golf destination. Whether you are a professional or amateur golfer, every golfer wants to golf 365 days a year! More golf is about finding a city with the most of the big four, climate, quantity, quality and proximity. Scottsdale is all of these and more! We have nearly 200 outstanding courses in the area. No matter how committed you are to playing every course you probably can’t play all of them….

Now for the non golfing women with golf crazy men….we have spas!! There are a number of places to stay that have top notch courses and fabulous spas. Some of the best are the Boulder’s Resort, The Westin Kierland resort and spa, the Spa at Camelback Inn.

The Spa at Camelback Inn pampers and spoils beyond your wildest dreams! The have a Desert Honey Nectar Wrap that leaves you with skin of silk. When you are being spoiled, who cares how long he is out golfing??! The Golden Door Spa at the Boulders wraps you in ionized turquoise clay representing the Native American belief that turquoise is the color of positive energy, protection and self-confidence. I don’t know if this is so but I do know it feels fantastic! Ladies, I’m pretty sure that for every new course he finds, you can find a new spa or treatment!! Sounds like the perfect retirement to me!

Scottsdale Organizations

December 29, 2008 szabogroup

Being involved in your community is the best way to be happy where you live. Once you get settled in your new home, it’s time to make new friends! What better way to feel a part of your new community and make friends than to volunteer? The Volunteer Center of Maricopa County is a great organization and they can help you find an organization you feel passionate about, one that fits you. They are located at 1515 E. Osborne Rd. phoenix, Arizona 85014. They can be reached at 602-263-9736 or log on to www.volunteer.org

There are over 40 awesome organizations they support. If you are passionate about animal rescue, you could volunteer at the Arizona Animal Welfare League and possibly foster animals or facilitate their care. For some, kids are their passion. If this is the case, you might be interested in Think Together Arizona which provides after school programs to help keep kids in school or maybe the Desert Center at Pinnacle Peak where the educate children about understanding and managing their ecosystem in the Sonoran Desert. A great organization that supports seniors is the Foundation for Senior Living. This organization strives to provide programs, services, education and care to seniors.

There are so many ways to enjoy Scottsdale and the great community. No matter what your passion, it can be found in Scottsdale and its surrounding areas.

Intro to Scottsdale

December 26, 2008 szabogroup

Scottsdale

What’s not to love about Scottsdale??!! Scottsdale is where east meets west! We are centrally located. You can head west and in an easy drive, be at the beach or a day drive south be in Mexico for some shopping and night life. My favorite is to drive north through the scenic Arizona Mountains to Flagstaff for snow boarding and skiing at or… better yet, 8 hours to Colorado for some of the best snow conditions in the United States! Oh, and the beauty and awe of the Grand Canyon can’t be missed! For the boating crowd,

What other city offers such a versatile lifestyle? Scottsdale is perfect for the active family! Whether you are drawn to outdoor activity, theatre, night life or sporting venues, Scottsdale has it all. It’s like living in a big city with a small town feel. It seems no matter where I go, I run into someone I know.

Our outstanding weather makes Scottsdale the ideal location for year round activity. During the summer months, my family and I hit all of the concerts, museums and theatre. In the winter we can hike and snowboard, what other city boasts that? I am from the mid-west and I love to ski without first digging out my driveway and installing the snow chains!

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December 22, 2008 szabogroup

In Scottsdale, Arizona you will never be at a loss for things to do. Pick any month of the year, and you will find that this city of art, culture and history offers dozens of exciting events throughout the year. Life is a celebration here is Scottsdale, and you will find activities representing the historic past of this great western city, and you will also find celebrations representing the present day and age. On an ongoing basis, Scottsdale offers art, food and various festivals fun of every kind. This idyllic city believes in living passionately, and life in Scottsdale is always filled with beauty and pure pleasure.

Here are some of the most highly recommended activities only to be found in Scottsdale. Take the time to visit the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. At this renowned museum, various contemporary art exhibits feature some of the finest in photography, paintings and sculpture. The Scottsdale Art Festival is one of the oldest festivals in Scottsdale offering exciting art displays, exhibitions and activities to please everyone. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West is a National Historic Landmark where you can see Wright’s Former Office, a Cabaret Theater and a Pavillion Theater. Daily tours are available. And don’t forget to visit the Scottsdale Historical Museum where you can see Scottsdale’s first little red schoolhouse, interesting historical collections, photograph’s and memorabilia representing Scottsdale’s intriguing past.

If you would like more information about living in historic, cultural Scottsdale, Arizona please visit www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com for more exciting details.

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December 18, 2008 szabogroup

trolley Here in delightful and delicious Scottsdale, Arizona, you can find an events calendar sure to please! With sunshine and blue skies year-round, Scottsdale is one of those rare cities that offers a continuous, ongoing program of exciting outdoor events and festivals. Whether you are in the mood for something uplifting, relaxing or delectable, you will find it in dynamic, energetic Scottsdale. So put on your walking shoes and head for the door. By the time you get back, you will be chock-full of gratifying memories and delightful experiences you will talk about for a long, long time.

Take the time to meander through the Western ArtWalk. Here you will be serenely transported in horse-drawn carriages where you will take in some of the best art, food and music to be found anywhere in the world. And be sure not to miss the Scottsdale Fine Art & Chocolate Festival. Does it get any better than this? We don’t think it does! Here you will enjoy the work of over 150 artists while sampling delicious specialty foods and fine chocolates. In December, a must-see is the Cowboy Christmas at Rawhide. With its more than 150,000 lights, a 100-foot Christmas tree, man-made snow and Santa Claus, you will find all the makings of a memorable Christmas celebration. Lastly, unwind at the Willow Stream Spa for a mud bath or body scrub inspired by nature. Put it all together, and your experience in Scottsdale will be completely unforgettable.

For more exciting details about living in Scottsdale, Arizona, visit www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com.

Scottsdale Has It All

December 10, 2008 szabogroup

The home of the Phoenix Suns serves as a concert and sports venue. Downtown Phoenix is being transformed into a hub for business, sports and the arts. Downtown Phoenix includes the Herberger Theater which invites patrons in for a brown bag lunch and performances. This is an awesome way to expose the kids to the arts. The restaurants are outstanding and plentiful, my favorite for date night with my husband.

The new City Hall wraps around the Orpheum Theater. Built in 1929, the theater was once considered the most luxurious playhouse west of the Mississippi. An $11million project has restored this theater to its impressive grandeur. This is a must see!

Local museums include the Heard museum of native American cultures and art, Arizona Science Center with 350 hands on exhibits for all ages, State Capitol Museum which includes legislative chambers and governor’s office, Hall of Flame houses the worlds largest exhibit of firefighting equipment. There are far too many museums to remember.

Scottsdale is known nationally as an art center. We have over 110 art galleries, many of which participate in out Thursday night Art Walk. Many galleries serve refreshments and provide maps. More information is available through the Scottsdale Gallery Association.

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December 10, 2008 szabogroup

Do you think you’ve seen it all? If you haven’t been to Scottsdale, Arizona recently, then you might be missing out on some of the most exciting events to be found anywhere in the world. The variety of things to do in Scottsdale is dynamic and ever-changing, and Scottsdale is a city that will keep you coming back for more. We guarantee it! Take a peek at our events calendar, and you will be delighted to find that here in Scottsdale, you will experience a lifestyle that is unique and unrivaled. Here in Scottsdale, we live for the day, and every day offers something new and exciting, even for those of us who have been around awhile. Life is certainly never dull here in Scottsdale.

Every year Scottsdale draws a crowd of over 400,000 people for the week-long FBR Open, a renowned PGA Event at the TPC of Scottsdale. Every January, the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction and Exhibition offers one of the best car auctions to be found anywhere. And every February, Scottsdale hosts the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show. This traditional event is a grand opportunity to show off more than 1,700 Arabian and half-Arabian horses that compete in different classes. Also unique to Scottsdale is the Giant’s Spring Training where you can watch the Scottsdale Giant’s Football Team warm-up for the season.

For more information about living in Scottsdale, Arizona, check out www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com for more exciting details.

Scottsdale Mayo Clinic

December 8, 2008 szabogroup

Retirement in Scottsdale makes you wonder about available medical care. No need to worry. The Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale is an outpatient diagnostic clinic and one of the largest non-profit group practices in the world!

The Mayo Clinic’s top priority is clinical trials of therapies, diagnostics and new drugs. They also explore new ways of using known treatments. Among the over 300 Mayo Clinic Research Groups are Oncology, Alzheimer’s, Stroke, Ageing, Cardiovascular and Gastrointestinal.

In addition to Scottsdale’s impressive hospitals, there are eleven other excellent hospitals in Phoenix which is just a stones throw away. Between these amazing facilities, everything from cancer to podiatry is covered! Retire to Scottsdale without any worries.

Scottsdale Desert Ridge

December 3, 2008 szabogroup

You have got to see Desert Ridge Marketplace!! Not your typical shopping mall. This is a day out for the family, everyone is pleased in one place…How often does that happen? So, let me tell you a bit more about our fabulous day spent here.

We arrived Saturday morning and took advantage of the valet parking; they also have a shuttle that that stops throughout the marketplace. We stopped at the children’s play area to run some energy out of the grandkids then were off to pottery painting to make a keepsake. By now, we were exhausted and ready to stop for lunch. We stopped a World O Noodles where they have something for everyone. I headed off to listen to some live music and Barnes and Noble, a cup of tea was just what I needed! Grandpa and the kids were off to the rock wall and a movie.

We all met back to the California Pizza Kitchen for some dinner and share about our wonderful day….

Next time, date night for us …no kids…dinner at Salute’ and dancing at Scorch Bar!!

Scottsdale Desert Adventure

December 2, 2008 szabogroup

Oh my Gosh!!! I’ve found the perfect way to explore the unique beauty and exceptional views of Arizona!! You have got to make this a part of your exploration then stop by and see us here at The Szabo Group to pick your dream home!

Since we have the luxury of having both spectacular views and a variety of views to choose from, it is important to explore. The Sonoran Desert Adventure is a family friendly company that offers many ways to see Scottsdale and its surrounding areas. They offer packages in which you can choose to see the views by hot air balloons, jeep and hummer tours, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, guided hikes and much more. This is truly a must do!

Check back with us on more great things to enjoy here in Scottsdale.