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Phoenix/Scottsdale, need help for activities !!

McCready00McCready00 Posts: 371
edited December 2012 in All Encompassing Trip
I will be in Scottsdale for the next 45 days.

I really like it so far, but not really familiar with the area.

Any recommendations for activities or good spots to go?

What are the greatest bars/venues to see bands ( well known / underground.. )

Thanks (:
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  • DS1119DS1119 Posts: 33,497
    Definitely take a little time and go to Sedona. You will not be disappointed.
  • peacefrompaulpeacefrompaul Posts: 25,293
    Drive around a lot

    Drink lots of water
  • LloydXmasLloydXmas Posts: 7,539
    DS1119 wrote:
    Definitely take a little time and go to Sedona. You will not be disappointed.
    Sedona is fantastic it's not too bad of a drive either.. the tpc scottsdale if you're into golf. I hear you can hike up the camel mountain too.

    Check out Jerome AZ too. Maynard from tool has a wine bar there.
  • peacefrompaulpeacefrompaul Posts: 25,293
    LloydXmas wrote:
    Check out Jerome AZ too. Maynard from tool has a wine bar there.

    Oh yeah... He's really helped grow the wine industry there...

    This article explains:

    http://blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/uponsu ... aynard.php
  • LloydXmasLloydXmas Posts: 7,539
    peacefrompaul wrote:
    LloydXmas wrote:
    Check out Jerome AZ too. Maynard from tool has a wine bar there.

    Oh yeah... He's really helped grow the wine industry there...

    This article explains:

    http://blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/uponsu ... aynard.php
    there's a documentary on netflix. forgot what it's called.
  • mca47mca47 Posts: 13,280
    McCready00 wrote:
    I will be in Scottsdale for the next 45 days.

    I really like it so far, but not really familiar with the area.

    Any recommendations for activities or good spots to go?

    What are the greatest bars/venues to see bands ( well known / underground.. )

    Thanks (:
    The music scene is pretty lame. There are some places in Tempe that have live music, but its never usually worth the cover.
    Def head up to Sedona. The slopes are opening soon in Flagstaff and Sunrise...if you're in to skiing or boarding.
    If you're a golfer, you are in one of the greatest golf towns in the country. Rates are steep right now, but the golf is amazing.
    Also, check out Old Town Scottsdale for the bar scene. Lots of fun clubs and hole in the wall places that are a ton of fun! Tons of smoking hot chicks too! :lol: and lots of celebs hang out down there. Tempe, specifically Mill Ave. is fun. It's a very college crowd, but fun....also...tons of smokin hot college chicks! :D
    There are some amazing restaurants all over Scottsdale. Let me know if you're looking for anything specific.
  • peacefrompaulpeacefrompaul Posts: 25,293
    LloydXmas wrote:
    peacefrompaul wrote:
    LloydXmas wrote:
    Check out Jerome AZ too. Maynard from tool has a wine bar there.

    Oh yeah... He's really helped grow the wine industry there...

    This article explains:

    http://blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/uponsu ... aynard.php
    there's a documentary on netflix. forgot what it's called.

    Blood Into Wine
  • mca47mca47 Posts: 13,280
    LloydXmas wrote:
    DS1119 wrote:
    Definitely take a little time and go to Sedona. You will not be disappointed.
    Sedona is fantastic it's not too bad of a drive either.. the tpc scottsdale if you're into golf. I hear you can hike up the camel mountain too.

    Check out Jerome AZ too. Maynard from tool has a wine bar there.
    Camelback is a nice day hike. While in the center of town, it's a much tougher hike than you'd think. Dozens of out of towers are hauled off the mountain each year because they underestimate it. Nice view from the top!
  • DS1119DS1119 Posts: 33,497
    On a geeky side note I went to the Biosphere down near Tucson. I'm into shit like that. It was cool. I would recommend it.
  • PJFAN13PJFAN13 Posts: 1,422
    Here's my rec's (as a former resident):

    Best Mexican Food in Phoenix: Los Dos Molinos This place makes it HOT - using New Mexican hatch peppers. Their machaca and adovada garlic pork are amazing. Should you find the climate cooler, make sure to get a bowl of pozole. The kick ass margarita is awesome. Atmosphere is spectacular. Make it a point to eat there, especially the South Central Ave location.

    Best place to see live music: Marquee Theater - intimate and KILLER sound. Social D will be there in January.

    Brewery: Four Peaks - great grub, killer local beer scene - Kilt Lifter is especially yummy

    Shopping: Fashion Square Mall and Old Town - if you are into shopping, you'll dig these places.

    Hiking: Camelback Mtn and South Mountain

    People watching: Tempe - Mill Ave. Catch a Suns game. Check out Gainey Ranch. Fun place - tons to do.
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  • DS1119DS1119 Posts: 33,497
    PJFAN13 wrote:
    Fashion Square Mall


    Parking their sucks.
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