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| The Southwest Scoop, A Newsletter by SWCP | May 2010 |
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Meet Nicole Strazzara
Nicole was born and raised in Seattle but moved to Phoenix seven years ago as she grew weary of the rain.
She attended Arizona State University and graduated with a degree in Communication. Her spunky, can-do attitude makes the tourism industry the perfect spot as Nicole uses her upbeat attitude to meet any and all challenges that arise.
Nicole became part of the Southwest Conference Planners' family almost a year ago and looks forward to a busy summer of exciting events. Spotting Nicole inside the office isn't difficult, as a constant stash of Satsuma oranges always adorns her desk. When not in the office, Nicole spends her free time with family and friends enjoying a backyard oasis of pool-time and BBQ.
Nicole is an Account Coordinator. You can contact her at 480-609-5313 or nstrazzara@swcp.net |
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Greetings from Sunny Arizona!
The last few months our state has been highlighted in the news media for more reasons than just our fantastic weather and beautiful resorts. Immigration reform has been a topic of passion for many. Our stance at SWCP has been to follow the direction and guidance of the United States Travel Association based in Washington, DC.
The U.S. Travel Association called for an end to all Arizona travel boycotts and urged federal action on immigration reform. "Immigration reform is an important and sensitive topic for Arizona and the country at large. This complex issue should be resolved on the merits of various proposals, not by holding an industry and its 300,000 employees hostage to politics," said Roger Dow, CEO of USTA.
We look forward to seeing you in Arizona soon!
The Southwest Conference Planners Team
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Wigwam Resort to Get Makeover
Up to $10 Million to be Invested by End of Year
The former owner of the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks, Jerry Colangelo, whose investment group purchased the Wigwam and two Biltmore golf courses for $45 million in a bankruptcy auction late last year, is rennovating the historic resort.
In an interview, Colangelo and other executives for the first time revealed details of a makeover that will begin in July and cost between $5 million to $10 million, depending on final plans and budgets.
It is being led by Jim Smith, a longtime friend of Colangelo's whose Paradise Valley firm has worked on projects at the Royal Palms Resort and Spa, Hermosa Inn, Ritz-Carlton Phoenix and Hotel del Coronado near San Diego. The project will focus on the resort entrance, lobby, restaurants, outdoor space, and pool.
"What you see here represents what we heard," Colangelo said. "This is just a response to the local community and our guests regarding improvements and raising the bar."
The project is expected to be completed by the end of the year, in time for the Phoenix/Scottsdale peak tourism season. The Wigwam is managed by Destination Hotels & Resorts.
Learn more about the Wigwam Resort by conacting your SWCP Account Executive at 480-443-3505.
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Resort Summer Deals
Arizona Resorts Launch Summer Bargains
 The resorts of Phoenix/Scottsdale & Tucson are enticing parents to stay and play this summer with children adventure and video game design camps, cooking classes and golf clinics.
The JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort is once again offering the Nickelodeon getaway package, featuring the popular characters of SpongeBob Squarepants and Dora the Explorer. Fairmont Scottsdale is bringing back the popular National Geographic Explorer Camp. And the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is offering Digital Kids Zone, which includes movie making and video game design.
The Arizona Grand Resort is offering the Grand playcation package which includes passes to the Children's Museum of Phoenix, SEA LIFE™ Arizona Aquarium and LEGOLAND® California. The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain in Tucson is offering more traditional packages complete with spa and golf enticement.
Learn more about Arizona's Resorts by contacting your SWCP Account Executive at 480-443-3505.
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Scottsdale Quarter Expands
Outdoor Shopping & Dining District Adds 16 Options
Scottsdale Quarter is a $250 million project that had a limited opening in March 2009. Located in North Scottsdale, across from Kierland Commons, its current tenants include Williams-Sonoma Home, West Elm, Brio Tuscan Grill, Apple, H&M, and Oakville Grocery. Phase 2 construction will be completed over the next few months with a wave of shops and restaurants opening in the fall.
The fall line-up includes:
Bing Crosby's Restaurant, Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Gold Class Cinema, LensCrafters Optique, Lululemon Athletica, Momenti Cafe, Narcisse Bar, Nike, Optica, Park Central, Primebar, Santorini Cuisine, Socrati, Stingray Sushi, Sunglass Hut, and True Food Kitchen.
A third phase could include a hotel and residential component on the eastern edge of the property. "The timing of that development will be market driven," said Richard Hunt, Scottsdale Quarter's general manager.
Learn more about the valley's shopping & dining scene by contacting your SWCP Account Executive at
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About SWCP
Founded in 1987, Southwest Conference Planners is an Arizona based, full-service Destination Management Company prepared to handle all your group transportation, tours & activities, team building, off-property events, theme decor, production and entertainment. We serve our worldwide clients for programs in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Tucson, Sedona and the Grand Canyon.
We are a proud member of the DMC Network (along with its international alliance partner, Ovation Global) and invite you to visit us at www.swcp.net
8767 E. Via De Commercio, Ste 101 3275 Ina Road, Ste 219
Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 Tucson, AZ 85741
480-443-3505 520-531-1154
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