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| - Fair Andalusia, what brings you to the desert?
It is the passion and drive of world traveled developers. Men who wanted to bring antiquity to Phoenix. Specifically, the Andalusian region of Spain - where Moorish meets Spanish.
You find yourself transported to an enchanting village with Hammams, imported antique chapel doors from Spain, The Kasbah Bar, The Prado Restaurant, courtyard fountains, and a wealth of other attributes that make this a remarkable destination for a "stay-cation." (not to mention, local residents enjoy $125 room rates with a $50 resort credit.)
For those in pursuit of palatable delights, below are the following ways in which the Montelucia treats guests and visitors to its charms.
The Mbar features a Happy Hour Monday-Friday, 5-7pm, with $5 cocktails and tapas. Reverse happy hour is from 10p-11p with cocktail specials and complimentary tapas. (Monday-Thursdays only) Typical menu items you will find here are andalusian sausage, manchego with olives, serrano ham, and grilled medjol dates. I recommend the merguez lamb sausage, and a spanish mojito. ("moroccan approach" fig and star anise with light rum, mint, lime juice, and valencia oranges)
The Prado is fast becoming a popular spot for good grilled fare. Simple ingredients prepared in an open wood-fired brick oven bring the taste of Andalusia to Phoenix. Sit on the back patio with sweeping views of the Camelback Mountains, and enjoy some Flamenco music.
Prado has lunch specials during the week, which I highly recommend for familiarizing yourself with their menu: entree and chocolate dessert paired with wine for $20, Monday-Friday from 11a-3p.
Dinner time will be double the selections offered during lunch, featuring everything from Arroces and Pastas such as the "Fideau latini" (snapper, itoi onions, corona beans, and squid ink) to "Grass fed NY steak"
More alluring for locals and visitors alike are the many other featured days at the resort that give back.
Every Tuesday from 4-7 p.m., enjoy a wine and cheese happy hour at "Crave", and because the resort is pet-friendly, you can bring your pet.
$5 glasses of wine, $3 lattes and a selection of gourmet cheeses and other delectable eats will be available. Pets receive complimentary purified drinking water and treats.
The greatest buy, however, is offered by Joya Salon. They even have a Happy Hour! From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, you receive a shampoo,Conditioning, Blow-Dry Styling, petite Manicure, and a Martini for $40! If you want to feel like the king or queen of the Hammam, ask for their Hammam treatment.
Along with its activities, Montelucia offers solace and relaxation as well. With five pools to choose from, you will have your pick of quiet oasis, or hip and trendy Dj and poolside cocktails.
If you want to completely immerse yourself, and feel like you have landed in "Arabian Nights," stay in the "Andalusian Presidential Suite" and prepare to cry. For $3,000-$4,000, you get 2800 square feet, a private pool, and fountain in your bedroom - complete with canopied bed. It's so great that President Obama broke the very traditional and presidential Biltmore visit and stayed here during his visit in February.
For all the world travelers out there, and those that don't have the chance to venture out - this $325 million resort is a must-see and do.
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