Step into History with a Tucson Vacation

On this blog, we often talk about the great golf in Tucson and Scottsdale – and there’s a lot of great golf to discuss! But Southern Arizona is more than lush dessert golf courses and five-star accommodations, we also offer a unique culture that boasts great food and great celebrations. At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we know that the best vacation has a little culture and a lot of golf!

 

June 24, visit Tucson for the El Dia De San Juan Festival, honoring St. John the Baptist. The people of Tucson join together for a procession and a blessing at the Alter in Mercado San Agustin. The celebration honors St. John, the patron saint of water, and marks the day monsoon rains begin building in the area.

 

Join the procession, or simply watch from the sidelines. After the blessing, see a charreada (Mexican rodeo), listen to mariachi bands, watch folk dancers and feast on southwest cuisine. Charros and excaramuzas perform equine feats for onlookers. Kids can get in on the fun too, playing traditional games and crafting at the celebration.

 

When you’re not celebrating the oncoming of the rainy season, spend time celebrating the beauty of our golf courses. Book one of our summer packages in Tucson and Scottsdale for a chance to play three rounds of golf at premier courses. Our vacation packages allow you to tailor your trip to suit your golfing needs. You can choose courses that challenge your game or select courses that best show off Southern Arizona’s diverse landscape.

 

For a more luxurious trip, consider booking one of our Loews Ventana Canyon packages. Each Loews package offers you three nights in luxury and two rounds of golf on the famous Ventana Canyon courses. When you’re not on the links, relax pool side, get a massage at their five-star spa or feast on tableside guacamole at the Flying V Bar and Grill.

 

Whether you’re interested in cultural celebrations or just want to get on the golf course, Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations has a great trip waiting for you. 

Love Golf with a Loews Ventana Canyon Vacation

After visiting the Land of Oz, Dorothy famously proclaimed, “There’s no place like home.” While that may be true, sometimes it’s nice to get away for a little bit, especially if you’re staying in the lap of luxury.

There’s no place like Loews, either.

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we understand that home is where the heart is, but we also know that Loews Ventana Canyon is where the fun is. That’s why we’re offering a one of a kind deal during from May 1 through September 30.

Book the Loews Ventana Canyon summer package and you’ll be able to enjoy three nights at Ventana Canyon. You’ll stay in a double occupancy deluxe room and feast on complimentary breakfasts each morning. The package includes two rounds of golf for two players, at Ventana Canyon and La Paloma. For only $350/player, you’ll be able to golf and relax in one of the best resorts in Southern Arizona.

What makes the Loews so special? It’s the greens and the hospitality. The resort boasts two Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole golf courses that use the Santa Catalina Mountains’ natural features to create stunning and challenging rounds of golf. You’ll be able to experience the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, playing wholes that incorporate cacti, canyons and Whaleback Rock.

Off the course, you’ll be able to relax at the resort’s lakeside spa, which offers beauty treatments, massages and more. If you’re feeling particularly harried, consider the Sedona Sacred Ritual, which restores your mind, body and spirit. If a long day on the links leaves you hungry feast on tableside guacamole and the best in southwest cuisine at the Flying V Bar and Grill.

Whether you want to hang by the pool, restore your mind and body, or work on lowering your handicap, Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacation’s Loews Ventana Canyon package is the perfect way to get the most out of your summer.

Why Worry About Weather? Golf in Arizona

Every winter, golf season in the North and Northeast ends. This means that months go by without getting the chance to hit the greens. In Boston, collegiate golf teams are actually suffering because prospective players don’t want to practice inside during the harsher winter months.

Call us crazy, but we prefer golf carts.

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we sympathize. One of the members of our extending golfing family, Gary McClelland, is currently suffering through a particularly snowy period at his home in Minnesota. Poor Gary is craving golf greens and warm weather.

“Why, God? Why us?” said Gary commenting on winter’s lengthy intrusion into spring on St. Paul’s East Side. “I hate snow. I don’t ice fish. I don’t ski, I don’t do any of that junk. I like golf balls and sand and flowers. That’s my life, that’s what I like. I don’t know why a person in their right mind would live in Minnesota.”

We all hope Gary gets his wish of warm weather and good golfing soon. But while he’s waiting, we hope Gary comes to visit us in Southern Arizona, where snow rarely falls (unless we’re hosting a PGA event). A golf vacation with us is a great way to spruce up your golf game before northern golf courses open for the year.

Book a package in Tucson or Scottsdale for a chance to enjoy three games of golf in premier courses. You’ll have the chance to tailor your vacation packages to fit you needs: Choose to challenge yourself with courses that test your skill, or choose courses that allow you to enjoy the amazing diversity of Arizona’s landscape.

To make your vacation even more special, skip the hotel and rent a property from Mountain Vista Real Estate. We have properties for every budget. Search our listing on our rentals page, where you can type in the number of bedrooms you want and explore the property possibilities. No matter what size place you choose, you’ll enjoy cable, high-speed internet and a fully stocked kitchen.

While Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations can’t offer you ice fishing – unless you cast a line into one of our freezers – we can offer you some of the best golfing in the southwest. Come out to enjoy the gorgeous views, warm weather and golf.

And be sure to say ‘Hi’ to Gary, if you see him on the courses.

 

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Tucson

A golf vacation doesn’t mean spending every waking second on the course – though we understand the impulse. At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we know that one of the best parts of our golf trips is the town that surrounds it.

So when you book a golf vacation with us, be sure to explore the surrounding area. This May 5, why not celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a town steeped in Mexican and American history? Visit the Presidio San Agustin del Tucson for a Cinco de Mayo party with a focus on Mexican culture. Taste traditional foods, listen to live music and get a look at the brand new exhibit ‘Present Arms! Part 1: Edged Weapons of the Southwest’. Cinco de Mayo is also the only day that Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana’s sword is available for viewing.

When you’re not sipping Margaritas and celebrating the best of Mexican-American culture, remember there’s wonderful golf to be played. Each of our Scottsdale and Tucson vacation packages affords you the opportunity to play three rounds of golf on premier Southern Arizona courses.

Each of our packages allows you to customize your golfing experience so that you get the most out of your vacation. Choose three rounds that challenge your skill with increasing difficulty or choose a package that shows you the best in Arizona’s diverse landscape.

To further customize your vacation, consider renting a property from Mountain Vista Real Estate instead of booking an impersonal hotel. We have place that fits every size budget. Search our listing on our rentals page, where you can type in the number of bedrooms you want and explore the property possibilities. 

Unlike other rental places, Mountain Vista Real Estate doesn’t require a long term commitment from you; stay for three days or months, whatever your vacation plans require. Each property comes with high-speed internet, cable and a fully stocked kitchen, so even if you choose to stay in, you’ll be in style and comfort.

Whether you want to sip margaritas and celebrate a holiday; or just want to concentrate on your golf game, Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations is the perfect choice for your next getaway.

Golf Won’t Make You a Genius, But It’s a Smart Sport to Learn

Albert Einstein was famous for many things: The Theory of Relativity, innovations in the field of physics and amazing hair. One thing Einstein never conquered: Golf.

When asked whether or not he enjoyed golf, Einstein replied “Tried it once. Too complicated. I quit.”

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we’ll have to respectfully disagree with the world’s most famous scientist. Golf isn’t complicated, it’s one of the greatest, and simplest joys in the world. And it certainly doesn’t take a genius to figure out why golf is a great sport.

Studies have shown that golf is a great way to stay healthy. It’s also a sport that can help you build connections with business partners and family members. So how do you develop your game without getting overwhelmed by the complications of the game? We can help you there.

Book a vacation package in Tucson or Scottsdale for a chance to play three rounds of golf in premier Southern Arizona courses. Tailor your vacation to suit your level of play: You can choose courses that will challenge your game with increasing levels of difficulty or choose courses that will allow you to experience the beauty and diversity of our landscapes.

If you’re new to the game, you can still enjoy a golf vacation with us. Consider attending classes at the Arizona Golf Academy, where you can work on basic skills, learn the nuances of the sport or just refine your handicap.

For an even better vacation experience, consider skipping the impersonal hotel room and renting a property from Mountain Vista Real Estate. Unlike most rental companies, we don’t require a long-term commitment; your stay can last for three days or months, whatever your vacation plans entail. We offer a great place for every budget and group size, visit our listing page to search for the perfect place.

Each of our rentals comes with a fully stocked kitchen, high-speed internet and cable. Our amazing rentals mean that you can stay in and enjoy a quiet night or go out on the town and experience the best of Southern Arizona’s nightlife.

Whether you’re trying to figure out the principles of light and time or just want to shave a few point off your handicap, Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations is a perfect place for you to enjoy one of sports’ greatest games.

A Good Round of Golf is a Blessing, So is a Good Glass of Wine

Southern Arizona has some of the best golf courses our country has to offer. But we’re more than just great golf. With a storied history and a diverse culture, we have plenty to keep you entertained when you’re not on the course.

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we’re pros at giving you a great golf vacation. But we can also help you enjoy the culture outside the courses. We can recommend wonderful restaurants, events and sites that will keep you and your family entertained.

April 27, stop by Sonoita Vineyards for their 35^th annual Blessing of the Vineyard. The festival features tours of the winery, horse-drawn wagon rides and a souvenir glass. You’ll also get the opportunity to sample the best of Southern Arizona cuisine at a wine and food pairing. The daylong celebration costs just $15.

Sound good? Book your Tucson and Scottsdale Vacation now and you can finish each round with a toast.

You can book an excellent vacation package in Tucson or Scottsdale. Each package allows you to play three rounds of golf on premier courses in Southern Arizona. Choose a package that challenges your game with varying levels of difficulty or choose a package that lets you enjoy the diversity and scope of the Arizona landscape.

When you book your vacation, consider skipping the impersonal hotel room and renting a vacation property from Mountain Vista Real Estate. Unlike most rental companies, we don’t force you to make a long-term commitment; you can stay for three days or six months. To find the property that will fit your party size and your budget, visit our find a rental page, and type in the number of bedrooms and amenities you’re looking for.

Each property comes with cable TV, high-speed internet and a fully stocked kitchen, so they’ll be plenty of room to store the bottles you buy at Sonoita.

Whether you’re interested in drinking in the culture, or just a few glasses of excellent wine, let Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations help you make the most out of your Southern Arizona vacation.

If at First You Don’t Succeed, Play A Few More Rounds

After a few years of unsteady play, Tiger Woods has finally reclaimed his title as golf’s number 1 player. While Woods is back on top, he didn’t achieve his number 1 status overnight.

Success in golf, it seems, comes from hard work and persistence. The best way to improve your game is to play more rounds of golf. That doesn’t sound too terrible, does it?

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we believe that hard work on the course can be a great deal of fun.

Book one of our Tucson or Scottsdale vacation packages for a chance to play three rounds of golf on premier courses in Southern Arizona. Each package offers you the opportunity to customize your vacation experience. You can choose a package that will challenge your abilities with varying levels of difficulty. Or take a break and enjoy the game by playing three rounds of golf on courses that exemplify the beauty of Southern Arizona’s diverse terrain.

For a more relaxed stay, skip impersonal hotels and rent a property from Mountain Vista Real Estate. We have a property for every size vacation, whether you’re bringing the whole family or simply need a quiet place to rest your head. Visit our find a rental page, type in the number of bedrooms you want and start browsing our amazing property options.

Unlike most vacation rental companies, Mountain Vista Real Estate doesn’t require a long-term commitment. You can stay for a few days or a few months, whatever your vacation plans entail. All properties come with a fully stocked kitchen, cable television and high-speed internet standard, so you can spend a quiet evening at home after a long day on the course.

Whether you’re working to become the number 1 golfer in the game or just want to enjoy a vacation playing your favorite sport, Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations is the perfect place to put the pep back in your game.

 

Golf is More Than a Spritz in a Bottle

Paul Rice and Co. is a fragrance company that really loves golf. The Italian perfume company has developed a signature scent called Birdie, which promises to bring the course to you. The cologne combines all the familiar scents of the golf course: fresh-cut grass, sand, morning dew and lavender. Presumably they’ve left the more fragrant aspects of the locker room out of the bottle.

For those that enjoy a subtler reminder of the greens, you can purchase a Birdie-scented shampoo.

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we love golf, but we’re not sure the joy of the sport can be captured in a fragrance. Instead of spraying on the cologne and dreaming of playing a round, consider booking a vacation with us and experience the real thing.

Our golf vacation packages offer you the chance to play three rounds of golf on premier Southern Arizona courses. You can choose Tucson or Scottsdale for your destination, playing three rounds of golf in either destination. Our vacations allow you to tailor your play, meaning you can challenge yourself with difficult courses, or simply select three rounds that will show off the diversity of Arizona’s terrain.

For a more authentic vacation experience, skip the impersonal hotel room  and consider renting a vacation property from Mountain Vista Real Estate. Unlike most rental companies, we require no long-term commitment, stay for three days or three months, whatever your plans entail. We offer properties of varying sizes, perfect for families, couples or just a single person.

Each property boasts high-speed internet, a fully stocked kitchen and cable, meaning you can stay in and cook or explore the wonders of Southern Arizona culture.

Whether you’re interested in playing the best greens Arizona has to offer or simply want to work on your handicap, a Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacation is the perfect golf getaway.

Now doesn’t that sound better than a few spritzes of cologne?

Falling for Golf Shouldn’t be a Literal Experience

Mark Mihal has always loved golf. As the co-founder of Fantasy Golf Site golfmanna.com, Mihal knows his way around the greens. On his most recent outing in Illinois, however, Mihal came upon a hazard he needed help with: he fell into an 18-foot sinkhole that formed on the 14th hole.

Mihal injured his shoulder, but emerged from the hole otherwise unharmed and with a golf story that should win him free rounds at the clubhouse for years to come.

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we know that you can’t always predict what will happen on a round of golf, but completing 18 holes should be an attainable goal.

Book a vacation package with us and you’ll be able to play three rounds of golf on premier courses in Tucson and Scottsdale. Our trips allow you to tailor your golf experience to your personal style. Do you like a challenge? Consider booking a package that features increasingly challenging courses. Want to relax and enjoy the beauty of Southern Arizona? We offer packages that show off the diversity of our landscape — you’ll play mountainous, desert and lush green courses.

To make your vacation a more comfortable experience, consider renting a property from Mountain Vista Real Estate. Whether you’re traveling solo or bringing a family, we have the perfect property that suites your needs. Visit our find a rental page, type in the number of bedrooms you want and start browsing.

Unlike most rental properties, we don’t require a long-term commitment. You can stay for three days or for months, we accommodate vacations of all sizes.

Each property features a full kitchen, cable and high-speed internet. This means that if you happen to fall into a sinkhole, you can enjoy a quiet evening at home. If you want to go out, let us know, Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations can let you know about local attractions, festivals and restaurants that will give you an amazing sense of Arizona culture.

Whether you want a chance to enjoy our gorgeous spring weather, want to experience the beauty of our natural landscape, or want to recover after a sinkhole injury; Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations is the best option for your next golfing vacation.

Remember the Fun of the Game with a Golf Vacation

Lately, it seems like Rory McIlroy has been feeling the strain. Ranked as the number one golfer in the world, McIlroy became a household name this year and began a lucrative endorsement contract with Nike.

All this attention hasn’t helped his game. McIlroy dropped out of the Honda Classic halfway through the second round citing a sore tooth. Some think that poor play was the real reason and that the 23-year-old golfer is feeling the pressure of being the number one player.

At Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations, we feel for Rory. We believe that golf shouldn’t be stressful; it should be fun. One of the best ways to remember the reasons you started playing golf in the first place is by taking a golf vacation.

No pressure. No ESPN coverage. Just fun.

Book a Tucson or Scottsdale vacation package for a chance to play three rounds of golf on premier southern Arizona courses. The best part of our packages is the variety. You can tailor your vacation to challenge your skills or simply choose three courses that allow you to experience the diverse beauty of Arizona’s landscapes.

If you want to fully relax, consider renting a property from Mountain Vista Real Estate instead of an impersonal hotel room. You’ll be able to relax and spread out in an environment that feels like home. Each property comes with cable, high-speed internet and a fully stocked kitchen standard. What better way to quietly decompress after a long day on the links?

The best part of a Mountain Vista rental is that we don’t require a long-term commitment. Stay for six months or three days, whatever your vacation plans require.

Tucson and Scottsdale Golf Vacations believes that golf should be fun for everyone. Whether you’re Rory McIlroy or just a weekend duffer, you should be able to enjoy your time on the course and make sure you play all 18 holes! So visit us to remember why golf is the greatest game in the world.