Sensational Sedona
The best keeps getting better in Red Rock country includes several pet-friendly rooms, the property has implemented a new series of programs and packages. Each experience is inspired by Sedona’s unique beauty and tailored for families, couples and groups. Information: orchardsinn.com.
By Alison Bailin Batz AFN CONTRIBUTING WRITER
It’s always a good time to visit Sedona. Over the past year, several resorts and restaurants in the area have stepped up their game with facelifts, expansions and other enhancements aimed at making tourists’ experience even better than before. Here’s a look at three.
L’Auberge de Sedona
Orchards Inn, located in Uptown Sedona and just steps from some of the area’s best shopping, dining and art galleries, recently completed a nearly year-long remodeling. The inn, which boasts of some of the most awe-inspiring views of the Red Rocks, added on a Sonoran-style Mexican restaurant with 89 Agave Cantina and re-imagined its guest rooms and suites. Each room now features new furniture and fixtures with details and colors that reflect the nearby mountains, creek beds and running water. Every detail is infused with subtle hints of the Southwest,
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Orchards Inn
Stunning views are part of the experience at the new Mariposa Latin-Inspired Grill in Sedona.
allowing guests to experience the unique visual and cultural surroundings of Sedona even when they are in the
comfort of their room. In conjunction with the completion of the guest room update, which also
Already one of the most luxurious and eye-poppingly beautiful resorts in the world, L’Auberge underwent a recent $7-million renewal targeted at improving guests’ arrival and dining experiences by focusing on Oak Creek, on which the resort is located. The result: each of the upscale accommodations — including Vista Suites, Creekside Cottages and Lodge rooms — have been renovated with modern furniture, Italian linens, down bedding, and inspired décor featuring local artists. Many cottages offer cozy fireplaces, outdoor cedar showers and private >> See SEDONA on page 45
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 EVALUATION
WHERE: Rehab Plus of Ahwatukee WHEN: August 27, 2016 • 12-3pm Pre-registration – $25 per person prior to day of event Multiple registration discount – $20 per person for multiple person registration Event Day registration – $30 per person registration day of event
GOLF SPECIFIC TRAINING
*Payment will be collected day of event, or you can pay by phone
SCHEDULE: This clinic will work with each individual one-on-one, so please register and include your preferred time between 12-3pm. We will have our event coordinator contact you to schedule your specific time. Wear loose athletic attire. Golf equipment will be on-site for use.
INSTRUCTION
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