Scottsdale homes are popular for many reasons, including the lifestyle that comes along with them. In Scottsdale, high-end shopping and dining are just a part of everyday life. North Scottsdale is especially known for having terrific dining spots. There are tons of highly rated Scottsdale restaurants that are worth a visit. Whether you are in […]
Kierland Golf Courses are Kid Friendly
At the heart of Kierland, a master-planned golf community in North Scottsdale is the Westin-Kierland Resort and Spa and Kierland Golf Club, home to three outstanding golf courses: Ironwood, Acacia and Mesquite. Being both a luxury resort and a daily-fee golf club, Westin-Kierland was named one of the 20 Best Family-Friendly Golf Resorts in North […]
Pick Your Price for Golf at Arizona Biltmore
Attention, Scottsdale golfers! We all know that tee times at some of the many Scottsdale golf clubs can get a bit pricey, especially if you want to beat the heat. Give your wallet a break tomorrow, and enjoy a fun round of golf while you’re at it! The Arizona Biltmore Golf Club is hosting a Play […]
Can You Beat the Heat?
Scottsdale athletes are lining up to test their wills against the summer heat. The inaugural Beat the Heat race is set to take place tomorrow at 2:47 p.m., at the Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center at Westworld. The 11.2-kilometer stretch snakes through the arenas and horse corrals of Westworld before reaching McDowell Mountain Golf Club and […]
Hike the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
With the recent construction of the Brown’s Ranch Trailhead, conveniently located in Troon North, more Scottsdale residents are heading to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve to explore the vast network of award-winning trails. The Preserve is a favorite destination for the nature lovers of Scottsdale. It is the home of around 27,800 acres of picturesque desert […]
Brown’s Ranch Trailhead Debuts in Troon
If you are seeking a nice new hike in Scottsdale, you may be excited to learn that a new trailhead is set to open in the Troon area this fall. The McDowell Sonoran Preserve recently announced the Brown’s Ranch Trailhead, which was built in celebration of the Preserve’s three-year-long expansion. Following its grand opening on […]
Tom’s Thumb – Scottsdale Hike of the Week
Tom’s Thumb, a popular Scottsdale hike located near Troon Village, is by far one of my favorite Scottsdale hikes. Since the recent opening of the Tom’s Thumb Trailhead, this trail has gotten some decent traffic, due to its moderate difficulty and incredible views. The hike is a simple out and back, stretching to about 4.2 […]
McDowell Mountain Golf Club Boasts New Clubhouse and Restaurant
Have you tried the new Mesquite Grille at McDowell Mountain Golf Club? Formerly called the Sanctuary Golf Course, this daily fee Scottsdale golf club is nestled against the western slope of the McDowell Mountains, adjacent to McDowell Mountain Ranch. The club was reopened in 2011 after Scottsdale favorite Phil Mickelson and Steve “Coach” Loy gained […]