Luxury Travel Advisor - December 2007 - (Page 46) SPAS HACIENDA DEL SOL’s Casita Grande (above) was purportedly a favorite for Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn. The resort’s entrance is shown at left. Arizona Spas These soothing Southwestern spas take total-body pampering to heavenly heights. Visitors flock to northern Arizona for its famous Grand Canyon, but, farther south, those in the know come to Scottsdale and Tucson to get away from the tourist crowds and relax in one of the two cities’ many spa resorts. Rest in the Santa Catalina foothills at Hacienda del Sol (www.haciendadelsol.com), BY JOSLYN YANG Tucson’s best-kept secret that regal stars like Katharine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy and Clark Gable didn’t want others to know about. With 34 acres of natural 46 LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR | December 2007 desert landscape and whimsical gardens, this Spanish Colonial ranch resort has 30 guest rooms with authentic adobe structures and historical architecture. The resort’s spa (520- 3581284) offers just two treatment rooms, so we recommend making a reservation at least 24 hours in advance. We found ourselves completely relaxed after the spa’s signature deep tissue massage. It’s a welcome respite after experiencing the cowboy spirit of the Southwest through Hacienda’s ranch (520-615-9265), which offers various horseback-riding activities for all ages and skill levels. After a day’s worth of adventure and relaxation, we tried (and loved) the Tucson trout at the resort’s restaurant, The Grill, http://www.haciendadelsol.com
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