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Family-friendly: The Four Seasons Resort in Scottsdale<\/p><\/div>\n

By Mark Chesnut<\/em><\/p>\n

Whether it’s seasoned road warriors, groups of conventioneers or vacationing families with children, the cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale are well versed in serving the diverse needs of a variety of people. And this summer, new options abound for anyone looking to mix family travel with business travel.<\/p>\n

Bring the kids<\/strong>
\nLuxury hotels are among the best at catering to business travelers who might be bringing along extra family members this summer. \u00a0Families staying at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North<\/a>, for example, can make use of the Kids for All Seasons program, which operates daily and is free for children ages 5-12.<\/p>\n

At the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess<\/a>, fireworks light up the sky every Saturday night throughout the summer. In addition, children ages five through 12 may sign up for Bobcat Billy\u2019s Clubhouse, the hotel\u2019s children\u2019s program. Teenagers age 13-17 will likely prefer the hotel’s Teen Hang-Out room.<\/p>\n

Of course, adults won\u2019t feel neglected during their visit. This summer, the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain<\/a> launched a new dinner and live music series at its Elements restaurant, featuring a rotating roster of musicians every Friday night. Through Aug. 27, the hotel is also hosting a \u201cLunch & Learn\u201d series that brings guests together with wine makers and celebrity chefs.<\/p>\n

New venues<\/strong>
\nMeeting and event planners will find several new options in Phoenix and Scottsdale. New at The Phoenician<\/a> is the Camelback Ballroom Complex, which opened last year with 45,000 square feet of meeting and event space.<\/p>\n

Scottsdale\u2019s newest independent event venue is The Clayton on the Park, which accommodates up to 400 people. The Venue Scottsdale, meanwhile, is getting a half-million-dollar renovation this summer.<\/p>\n

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