Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and desert laboratory, is elevating Scottsdale’s meetings and events landscape with a collection of architecturally significant venues designed to deliver one-of-a-kind experiences for groups seeking distinctive, world-class environments. Set in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains and minutes from the city’s top resorts, … [More]
Paradise Valley Resort Unveils $7M Meetings & Events Transformation
Paradise Valley's award-winning Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa has completed a sweeping $7 million transformation of its premier meetings and events venues, elevating the destination for discerning groups seeking unforgettable experiences. From executive gatherings and wellness retreats to intimate weddings and private celebrations, the resort's reimagined venues … [More]
Phoenix Secures Long-Awaited Nonstop Link to Asia
STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwan-based luxury carrier, launched nonstop service between Taipei Taoyuan International Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Jan. 15, marking a milestone that expands the airport’s international connections and is expected to generate significant economic benefits for the region. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, STARLUX Airlines Chief … [More]
Boutique Travel Firm Joins Global Travel Platform in Acquisition
Arrivia, a global travel loyalty and technology company, announced the acquisition of Bon Voyage Travel, a luxury-focused travel agency known for its advisor-led service model, deep supplier relationships, and curated premium travel experiences. The combination enhances arrivia's presence in the luxury cruise segment by pairing Bon Voyage Travel's high-touch advisory … [More]
Immersive Museum Chain Acquired in Global Deal, with Scottsdale Remaining Key U.S. Base
Museum of Illusions Group, the largest privately held chain of museums in the world, announced that it has been acquired by an investor group led by Brightwood Capital Advisors, LLC, a New York-based investment firm, from previous owner Invera Capital Partners, based in Zagreb, Croatia. Constitution Capital Partners served as the lead co-investor for the transaction. Founded … [More]
$42 Million Refresh Transforms Iconic Paradise Valley Resort into Modern Desert Escape
Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas Paradise Valley is now open in one of Arizona's most exclusive enclaves, following a $42 million reimagining of the iconic Scottsdale Plaza Resort by Trinity Investments and Partners Group. As Kimpton's second Arizona property and one of the largest resorts in its portfolio, Miralina introduces a more expressive hotel experience to the … [More]
New Social Cruise Experience Set to Launch on Tempe Town Lake
Arizona Party Bike Founder Robert Mayer announced the launch of his newest venture, Tempe Boat Cruisin’, coming to Tempe Town Lake in January 2026. Developed in collaboration with the City of Tempe, the concept introduces a one-of-a-kind way for locals and visitors to experience the Valley’s only major urban lake through hosted, social cruises on the water. Tempe Boat … [More]
Direct Flights to Taipei Open a New Global Gateway for the Valley
China Airlines began nonstop service between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan with a celebration and gathering of dignitaries marking the first nonstop service between Phoenix and Asia. City of Phoenix officials and China Airlines Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang welcomed this historic flight with remarks about the … [More]
14,000-SF Golf Community Center Slated to Open at Papago
Located at the municipal Papago Golf Club, the Arizona Golf House grand opening will be held Wednesday, October 22 from 3 to 5 p.m. Hosted by the local golf nonprofits and associations who call it home, the event will be open to each organization’s supporters, members, students, friends and media. The Arizona Golf House will strengthen the missions of the nonprofit tenants, … [More]
Roosevelt Row Adds New 10,000SF Brewery; Grand Opening Set
Roosevelt Row officially has a new gathering place: Formation Brewing, now open at 925 N. Fifth Street. The locally rooted brewery invites guests to experience craft beer, inventive food and community in one of Phoenix’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Formation will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 8, with live music, giveaways, food and drink specials, and … [More]
San Antonio, Texas Business Trips Are Back! Make It Fun!
Business conferences and meetings have continued a steady return to San Antonio, but rosy expectations for the fall have been dampened by the delta variant of the coronavirus and by corporations’ growing comfort with Zoom meetings. Though eclipsed by the vast crowds of vacationing tourists, business conventions bring throngs of high-rolling spenders that help tide the travel … [More]
Drive from Phoenix to Flagstaff – There So Much Along the Way
Attracting more than 5.5 million visitors per year, Grand Canyon National Park is Arizona’s most popular attraction. To reach the South Rim of the canyon, where 90% of those visitors go, you must travel through Flagstaff. Travelers who fly into Phoenix and rent a car to drive to the Grand Canyon, will want to overnight in Flagstaff (or Williams), and head to the canyon the … [More]
Traveling to New York City? Here are Some Safe Things to Do in 2022
NYC is over 70% vaccinated and most everything is open. We still have some distancing guidelines and reservations required, but, thankfully, things are slowly moving more towards how they were before. There is no shortage of pizza, bagels, street vendors, cupcakes, craft beer and cocktails, rooftops and mini food parks to explore and so many more food choices in the five … [More]
Your ‘Arizonan’s’ 2021 List of New Year’s Eve Parties Around Washington, D.C.
Goodbye, 2021….now here’s a round up of parties and celebrations to ring in 2022. What a year it has been and Arizonans can enjoy a (masked) flight across the country to enjoy a New Year's Eve to close out 2021. There has perhaps been no other year that we would like to forget more. Our series on what to do for COVID relief (not the illness, but the Pandemic effects) will … [More]
Colorado Springs Summer 2021 Tourism Is Back!
This summer turned out to be a success for tourism in Colorado Springs, even meeting or exceeding several key 2019 figures. 2019 was a record year for the region, and 2020 was primed to be even better until the pandemic hit. While expectations were hopeful for what 2021 recovery would bring, the industry rose above. Notable successes included the traffic at the Colorado … [More]
An Analysis of COVID Travel as Chicago Opens Safety Protocols
The COVID-19 pandemic had and still has an unprecedented impact all over the world. While struggling to get people vaccinated, national governments and individual organizations prepared different strategies to fight this coronavirus, preserve jobs, and enable the safe restart of economies. For instance, complete or partial lockdown, home quarantine, and online working … [More]
San Diego Summer of 2021 – Things to do to Enjoy (Post COVID and All)
With San Diego turning 250 in 2019, the city and its surrounds have been shaping up a massive year of openings, new attractions and familiar favourites that ensure the coastal Southern Californian destination remains at the top of everyone’s vacation lists, as we head into Summer 2021. Here’s a guide to what you need to be doing this Summer in San Diego. Have a Mezcal … [More]
2021 Halloween – Tricks and Treats for Family to Enjoy in Disneyland Resort!
BOO! Through October 31, 2021, it’s HALLOWEEN TIME in Disneyland Resort! And Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure are serving up all sorts of SNACKS to go along with all the SPOOKS! Mickey Pumpkins in Disneyland! You can check out all of the festive fall fun happening around Disneyland Resort for the season by clicking here. But THIS page is dedicated to all … [More]
