I've lived here for 11 years, so I've experienced just how much there is to do and see. There are so many great things about this place, how could I possibly explain it in just a few minutes?

There is a constant flow of visitors in and out of this city...so it's a predicament I'm faced with quite often.

Besides ideal weather, perpetual sunny days, enchanting surroundings, fabulous hotels, exquisite dining, world-class golf courses and sophisticated southwestern culture... Scottsdale makes the perfect hub to relax and explore everything neighboring Phoenix and the rest of Arizona has to offer.

It's no WONDER the city has become such a popular place to vacation.

Most of my friends and family who visit here say the same thing...

Scottsdale just has a way of capturing you and drawing you into its magic. Its something that can only be understood once you’ve been here and experienced for yourself.

But it's true...in order to really get to the heart and soul of this city, it helps to get an insider's opinion on the best things to do and see. There are definitely some secrets to this town most of the world doesn’t know about!

Ever hiked through the Superstitions and seen desert flowers in bloom? Have you watched a sunrise from the top of Camelback Mountain?

I'm always amazed at how beautiful the valley is. Most people think of the desert as a harsh, desolate place. Not true!

The Sonoran desert is very much alive with life and serves as a gorgeous backdrop to this enchanting city.

I've never seen such vibrant, colorful sunsets in my life. The way the purple and magenta light casts over the quiet desert is simply breathtaking. And there are so many ways to enjoy the sunset each and every night.

My friends and I are very active. When not at work, we're usually hiking a mountain or soaking up the sun by a sparkling pool.

In the evening, we love to hang out at any one of our favorite restaurants, or dance the night away at a club in Old Town.

We are always experiencing the best this city has to offer!

It’s the perfect place to relax and let the natural beauty of the Sonoran desert soothe your soul. And with a buzzing night scene, warm weather and gorgeous scenery, it's also a place to enjoy lavish nights and exciting days.

Even with all the glitz and the glam, the city manages to keep its Western charm. A few minutes in Old Town will prove the old cowboy (and cowgirl!) is still very much alive here.

I've stayed in some of the best hotels, dined at the yummiest restaurants, found the coolest places to hike and explore and discovered some special things that aren't always talked about.

Most visitors I meet are always seeking the inside scoop on the best places to eat, drink, play and stay. And because I love this city so much, I’m more than happy to share a friendly local’s perspective.

I want people to love this town just as much as I do! So I'll try to explain it the best I can in this website.

Some of the things I will be writing about are:

- my favorite Scottsdale Hotels

- cool places to hang out, from sports bars to to swanky nightclubs

- my dad’s favorite golf courses

- where to find the best shopping

- my friends’ favorite spas

- great real estate in the area

- the neatest attractions (some are very special to me!)

- popular events in the city

- the best Scottsdale restaurants for quality and atmosphere…and, much much more!