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| - This is one of the nice Four Seasons resorts that we've been to. It is a bit of a large, sprawling complex set in the Arizona desert. It was a bit of a haul from Phoenix, but that is a small sacrifice for paradise. As you would expect from the FS, the service is top notch and they seem to anticipate your needs maybe before you do. Porters, valets, pool attendants seem to jump to serve you and I really like their touch of addressing you by name. There were a lot of common areas in the resort and they had ample seating. Rooms were spacious and had all the modern amenities that you would expect from a FS resort. The pool, spa and gym were all very nice. If you want a prime seat at the pool you had better get down there early and stake your claim. Cabanas fill up quick and by the time you are done with breakfast, you'll be lucky to find a seat. We took advantage of there off season rates, which were a great deal. Sure it was pretty hot, but it was less crowded and we really enjoyed ourselves.
I have never been out to the desert and the scenery and landscape really impressed me. I was like a little kid running around to see all the lizard and critters that we saw around the desert. Cottontails were hopping all around, we also saw a bunch of lizards and hummingbirds. We had a great room at the edge of the property that overlooked the desert and mountains. I would just chill out on the patio drinking coffee and one morning we saw a bobcat with a bunny for breakfast walk right by our porch. It was so cool. I felt like I was in a scene from wild kingdom. I rushed to snap a quick picture and have added it to this review. Of course pay attention when walking around the grounds, but no need to freak out.
The resort had a lot of activities for guests. We did wine tastings at Talavera and star gazing, which was really cool. They have more things that I don't remember, but they have a lot of things for the kids and families will surely appreciate them.
You will want to self park to save yourself some money. Just take the short path or let them cart you over. Restaurants and golf were stellar as well. Another Four Seasons gem. Enjoy yourself.
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