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Greater Phoenix - What's New - December 2008

12-05-2008

 

 


 
 

What's New in Greater Phoenix?
December 2008

 

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS MONTH'S EDITION:

  • Phoenix's new Metro Light Rail system glides to life with a Grand Opening Celebration Dec. 27-31.
  • Hotel Valley Ho celebrates its 52nd birthday with a special rate of $195.60
  • The Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event brings some of the world's most serious automobile enthusiasts to WestWorld of Scottsdale Jan. 11-18.

 

RESORT NEWS

 

The Family FUN Program at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa has won Travel Weekly's 2008 Gold Magellan Award. The FUN Program won in the "Hotels and Resorts/Family Resort and Hotel" category. The Magellan Awards honor the best service providers and programs in travel industry, and the 2008 competition received thousands of entries from top travel organizations and professionals worldwide. The Gold Magellan Award is the latest accolade for the Westin Kierland's Family FUN Program. In June, the resort's FUN Department won the Stars of the Industry Award, bestowed by the American Hotel & Lodging Association to operations that best develop a climate conducive to new or repeat business, create goodwill among guests and provide special services for customers.

 

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch is proud to feature Hope Wine, a unique charitable wine label that donates 50 percent of its profits to partner charities. This award-winning product line is produced and bottled in the heart of Sonoma County, and each varietal supports a specific cause: 

  • Chardonnay supports Breast Cancer
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