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Apr 17 2024

Toast Mom with a Mother’s Day Wine Tasting!

Wine tasting in Scottsdale, Arizona, can be a fantastic Mother’s Day activity, offering a blend of delicious wines, scenic surroundings, and relaxing atmospheres where you can raise a glass in appreciation to your mom!

Here are some top wineries and wine tasting experiences in and around Scottsdale that would make for a memorable Mother’s Day celebration:

Arizona Wine Collective

Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, this tasting room features a rotating selection of wines from various Arizona wineries, allowing you to sample a diverse range of styles and varietals. It’s a great way to explore the state’s wine offerings in one convenient location.

Carlson Creek Vineyard Tasting Room

Carlson Creek Vineyard is known for its estate-grown varietals, including Syrah, Malbec, and Sauvignon Blanc. Visit their Scottsdale tasting room to enjoy flights of their wines and learn about their winemaking process.

LDV Winery Tasting Room

Located along the Scottsdale Wine Trail, LDV Winery specializes in handcrafted, estate-grown wines made from Rhône varietals. Their tasting room offers a cozy atmosphere where you can enjoy their wines paired with local cheeses and snacks.

Salvatore Vineyards Tasting Room

Salvatore Vineyards focuses on producing Italian-style wines from their estate vineyards in northern Arizona. Visit their tasting room in Old Town to sample their Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, and other varietals.

Four Eight Wineworks

Four Eight Wineworks is a collaborative tasting room in Old Town that showcases wines from various Arizona wineries, showcasing the diversity of the state’s wine regions. Enjoy tastings and discover new favorites.

Aridus Wine Company

Aridus Wine Company is a family-owned winery that specializes in small-lot, handcrafted wines sourced from premier vineyards across Arizona. Their Old Town tasting room offers a refined setting to sample their wines and learn about their winemaking philosophy.

Merkin Vineyards

Merkin Vineyards offers a unique wine tasting experience with a focus on Arizona-grown grapes. Explore their tasting flights and enjoy the ambiance of their Old Town location.

These wineries and tasting rooms in Scottsdale offer a range of wine styles, settings, and experiences, making them ideal destinations for a memorable Mother’s Day wine tasting excursion with your mom. Don’t forget to check for any special events or offerings happening on Mother’s Day weekend to make the day even more special!

Book Your Mother’s Day Getaway Today!

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Apr 15 2024

The 2024 Scottsdale Arts Festival!

Immerse yourself in a world of creativity and culture at the Scottsdale Arts Festival. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just appreciate beautiful things, this annual art festival is a must-visit event for anyone with a passion for the arts.

Event Details:

Where: Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza

When: May 14^th – 15th

The event highlights the work of hundreds of talented artists from around the country, showcasing a wide range of mediums including ceramics, painting, jewelry, sculpture, and more. In addition, festival-goers can enjoy live music, delicious food, and interactive activities for all ages.

Check back closer to the date of the event for updated information.

Scottsdale – Arizona’s Art and Culture Hub

Did you know Scottsdale is the hub for Arizona’s electric art and culture scene? The city embraced a flourishing artist and writers’ community in the early 1900s; thus, paving the way for a thriving arts scene that now boasts numerous galleries highlighting works from local and international artists, the Scottsdale’s Museum of Contemporary Art , and the famous Scottsdale ArtWalk.

Cultural institutions like the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts host a variety of performances, including dance, music and theater. The city also celebrates its rich Native American heritage through annual cultural events and establishments like the Heard Museum – a private, non-profit museum in nearby Phoenix, dedicated to the advancement of American Indian art.

Public art is also a prominent feature in Scottsdale, with sculptures, murals, and installations displayed throughout the city. Scottsdale’s commitment to arts and culture creates a vibrant, creative atmosphere that enriches and inspires the lives of residents and visitors alike.

Book Your Arizona Getaway with REBL Rentals!

We have an amazing collection of Scottsdale vacation rentals that will be the perfect home base for discovering the city’s eclectic and vibrant art scene. Choose from a sleek condo to a sprawling desert retreat with resort-like amenities. Come explore and discover all the delights Scottsdale has to offer!

Apr 05 2024

Explore Scottsdale’s Wild West History This Spring!

Scottsdale has a rich Wild West history and is home to several attractions that allow visitors to discover their inner cowboy or cowgirl. There are several Wild West-themed activities and places to explore that are sure to have you saying yee-haw!

Check out some of these places that tip their hat to the history of the Old West:

Old Town Scottsdale

Explore Old Town Scottsdale, known for its historic Western charm. Wander through streets lined with Old West-style architecture, visit Western-themed shops, and experience the lively atmosphere of this vibrant district.

Rusty Spur Saloon

The Rusty Spur Saloon is one of the oldest bars in Scottsdale and has a genuine Wild West ambiance. Enjoy live country music while you wet your whistle in this classic Old West setting.

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West

Scottsdale’s Museum of the West celebrates Western art and the cultural heritage of the region, featuring permanent and regularly changing exhibits, rare artifacts and cultural treasures, educational programs, and more.

Arizona Cowboy College

Immerse yourself in cowboy culture by attending Arizona Cowboy College. This unique experience offers hands-on ranch activities, horseback riding, and a taste of the cowboy lifestyle.

Western Horseback Riding

Take a guided horseback ride through the Sonoran Desert, experiencing the landscape much like the cowboys of the past. Several ranches and stables in the area offer trail rides.

Detours American West

Dust off your boots and step back in time with a Wild West-themed tour where you can visit San Xavier, one of the Southwest’s best-preserved missions, and Tombstone – the “Town to Tough to Die.”

Goldfield Ghost Town

While not in Scottsdale (located in Apache Junction, just a short drive away), Goldfield Ghost Town is a reconstructed Old West town. Walk down Main Street, tour the historic Mammoth Gold Mine where you can pan for gold, take a ride on Arizona’s only narrow-gauge train, witness an old west gun fight performed by the famous Goldfield Gunfighters, and more! Spend an adventure filled day, rich in wild west history!

Fort McDowell Adventures

Located in Fort McDowell, Fort McDowell Adventures offers activities like horseback riding, wagon rides, jeep tours, and cowboy cookouts in a beautiful desert setting.

Book Your Wild West Getaway!

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