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Troon North Monument Golf Course- Scottsdale, AZ
Choosing golf courses for a Scottsdale trip is an incredibly difficult task. The sheer numbers are dizzying, with 50 courses close in, and over 200 in the greater Valley area. Even the number of top rated courses is in the double digits. However you finally get to your own short list, Troon North Monument Course should be on it.
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Sanctuary Camelback Mountain- Paradise Valley, AZ
While the current iteration of Sanctuary Camelback Mountain only dates to 2021, the property itself has mid-century roots. While much has changed over the years at the resort, there are still many reminders of its illustrious past, including its classic clubhouse, that bring you back in time.
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Pink Jeep Tour- Sedona, AZ
I tend to avoid tourist activities when I travel, especially ones that identify you as a tourist. So, despite visiting Sedona many times over the years, I never took a Pink Jeep Tour. It seemed silly. Then I did, and realized I had definately been missing out.
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L’Auberge de Sedona- Sedona, AZ
L'Auberge de Sedona's property is absolutely magnificent. Located along Oak Creek, it is dappled and drowsy and far cooler than the town located just steps away- a godsend in the summer months.
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Quivira Golf Club- Cabo San Lucas, MX
Quivira Golf Club is one of the most stunning golf courses in the world. Absolutely breathtaking, and surprisingly playable. Do what you have to do to play here, even if it involves a timeshare pitch, you will not regret it.