Arizona 2008 Official State Visitor's Guide - (Page 52) Recently, Glendale, just west of Phoenix, has attracted more than thoughtful antiques aficionados. It’s now the place to be if you want to yell, pump your fists in the air or dance in the aisles. With the opening of the Jobing.com Arena, home to the NHL Phoenix Coyotes, and the University of Phoenix Stadium, where NFL’s Arizona Cardinals roost, Glendale has become a major-league player in sports, as well as a major venue for big-name concerts (Stones, anyone?). Another Glendale coup – the city hosted the 2008 Super Bowl. Other West Valley communities also serve up the sports and recreation, along with culture. In Surprise, the Surprise Stadium is spring training home to both the Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers. Its West Valley Art Museum puts the spotlight on local and regional artists, while the Heard Museum West features another view of Native American art and culture. Peoria, too, has a sports complex where the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners swing in spring. Near Peoria, you’ll also find Lake Pleasant, a great place for boating, sailing, swimming and picnicking. Phoenix and Central Arizona BEST-Kept Secret Bargain hunting in the lap of luxury During summer, do what locals do – check into a luxurious resort without draining the kids’ college fund. Most resorts offer enticing rates that are often less than half of high-season figures, plus lavish pools, special activities and spa services. Litchfield Park’s The Wigwam Golf Resort features a history dating to 1918, as well as rubber duck races and “dive-in” movies poolside. At The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, offspring can hit the waterslides while you get a pedicure and sip a margarita at the spa. Boat rides and a 2 1/2-acre water playground are just some of the attractions at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale, where golf and lavish gardens also beckon. Call ahead for rates and packages. (See the listings beginning on p. 64 for contact details, or visit arizonaguide.com.) © Hyatt Regency Scottsdale 52 • A r i z o n A o f f i c i A l S tAt e V i S i t o r ’ S G u i d e http://Jobing.com http://www.arizonaguide.com
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