Dear Industry Friends,

It's time to think about the holidays and everything that we are grateful for.  Top on our list is always our gratitude for our wonderful visitors and those who bring visitors to Sedona.  Thank you for all of the business you bring to Sedona!  We welcome you to our city now, and every season of the year!  

Sedona looks like a fairytale wonderland with crimson buttes, windswept spires, dramatic canyons and the shimmering waters of Oak Creek Canyon. There are many intimate hideaways and accommodations to suit every budget, wonderful places to dine, plenty of activities to share and who can complain about a place that has sunny weather more than 300 days a year?  It's the stuff that dreams are made of.

While some people come to Sedona to experience its staggering beauty and rich cultural life, others come to find and understand themselves, to become connected to spirit or to experience a sense of spiritual renewal and empowerment. 

What a wonderful place Sedona is to enjoy the holiday season and get ready for the New Year!   

Please let the Sedona Chamber of Commerce Tourism Bureau assist you with information, itinerary ideas, and in obtaining rates and information from Sedona businesses.

We look forward to welcoming you and your clients to Sedona, Arizona.  Happy Holidays!    

Three Sedona Hotel Properties Win 2011 Reader Choice Awards for Top Hotels in the USA by Cond� Naste Traveler  

These awards reflect the combined opinions of 28,876 Cond� Nast Traveler readers rating the cities, islands, and hotels they visited in the past year, and the airlines and cruise ships they traveled with. For its range and depth, the Readers' Choice Awards are a unique and trusted source of advice globally, and that is thanks to America's most discerning and demanding travelers.

In addition to the Small Hotel category, there was a list of the top 200 Hotels in the Cond� Nast Traveler readers awards. L'Auberge de Sedona was one of the brilliant hotels to be chosen on this larger list and recognized throughout the world.

There are only four nationally recognized historic places in the Sedona area. The Chapel of the Holy Cross, a popular landmark in the community, became one of the nation's newest listings on the National Register of Historic Places, joining three similar landmarks in the Sedona area. It was designated a Local Historic Landmark by the Sedona Historic Preservation Commission in 2008.  Other Sedona landmarks listed on the National Register of Historic Places include the Hummingbird House, Jordan Historical Park and the Sedona Ranger Station.

A visit to the Chapel of the Holy Cross for motorcoach guests can be arranged by Sedona Trolley.

Best Western PLUS Inn of Sedona

Best Western PLUS Inn of Sedona offers a unique, easily accessible, well-coordinated destination for any group.  Their terraces are available to all guests and provide stunning views of Sedona's famous red rocks from sunrise to sunset, and spectacular star gazing after dark.  Let their hot breakfast start your day right, then visit with their Concierge for suggestions on hiking, shopping, dining and tours tailored to your interests.  Their complimentary shuttle allows your clients and staff the freedom to explore these activities on their own and they also have restaurants, hiking trails and a natural food store all within walking distance.  Guest computers are always available at no charge, along with free Wireless Internet. They even offer an on-site coin operated laundry for those who need to travel light. Let them help you create wonderful memories for your clients, and a worry free stay for your staff.

Contact Saara@InnofSedona.com - 928.282.3072

The Hilton Sedona - New Spa Director 

The Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa announces the resort's new Spa Director, Ginni Selle. Ginni will be joining the resort's management team at a strategic time as the spa prepares the launch of a new international brand, Eforea Spa by Hilton. Ginni brings 14 years of multiple modalities of wellness and health experience to her new role most recently as an Integrative Wellness Therapist/Counselor. She is licensed and certified in massage therapy/bodywork, alternative healing and energy work. She holds a Ph.D. in Energy Medicine/Transpersonal Psychology and she has earned a Masters in Human Services & Counseling.

Please visit http://www.hiltonsedonaspa.com to find out more about the services offers at the spa.

The Golden Goose Cafe & Bistro

The Golden Goose Cafe & Bistro is an ideal location for breakfast, lunch or dinner for small or large tour groups.  It is conveniently located on the main thoroughfare -89A- in Sedona, with easy access for tour buses to enter and exit.  Groups as large as 75 can be accommodated.  Meal prices are very reasonable and are all inclusive (entree, non-alcoholic beverage, tax and tip).  Full hot breakfast for $10-12, Lunch $12-16 and dinner $17-22 depending on how elaborate the meal.  Their atmosphere is elegant, but unpretentious.  Food and service are excellent.  Read their outstanding reviews on TripAdvisor.com for diners' opinions on their food and service.

For more information, contact Debbie Santa Cruz at dsantacruz@yahoo.com or 928-282-1447.

The Hideaway Restaurant and Lounge

The Hideaway Restaurant and Lounge is proud to have served beautiful Sedona for over 33 years under current ownership.  We offer great good in a relaxed friendly atmosphere with views that are incomparable.

They offer large group menus and can accommodate parties of up to 150 people.  For groups of 20 people, the drivers meal is complimentary, groups from 21 to 40, the meals of the driver and tour guide are complimentary.  Groups over 40, all guides and drivers eat for free.

For more information, please see their website at www.sedonahideawayrestaurant.com or call Marc Spector directly at his cellular at 928-274-2075.

The Blazin' M Ranch - Western Dinner Show for Groups

Visit us on-line at www.BlazinM.com for the most current schedule.  Contact: groups@blazinm.com or call 1-800-937-8643.  

Joe Wilcox Indian Den Offers Discounts to Tour Groups

JOE WILCOX INDIAN DEN would like to provide a discount offer to your bus group to encourage and promote shopping with us.  They have one of the largest stores in Sedona with a great variety of products including authentic Native American jewelry and Indian crafts such as Fetishes, Kachinas, and Navajo pottery.  They also have many Home D�cor items with beautiful Raku pottery and delightful wind chimes.  They carry a large variety of Minnetonka Moccasins including the very popular fringe styles.  They have many souvenirs from shot glasses, mugs, key chains, and magnets.

They can offer your group 20% off all Native American jewelry and crafts plus 10% off all other gifts and souvenirs.  They can also work directly with your tour guides to create alternative plans if more desirable.

Zoological Association of America (ZAA) gave Bearizona Wildlife Park accreditation. The accreditation process requires the facility to have a professional ZAA member on staff, demonstrate professional standards for husbandry and animal care practices and safety of humans, both staff and visitors, and wildlife conservation. The Accreditation is important because it shows Bearizona's standards on maintaining excellent park facilities, great care for the animals, continued conservation efforts and educational programs.  

Bearizona is a Northern Arizona wildlife park that allows visitors to drive into the wilderness and witness herd and pack life from the safety and comfort of a private vehicle. For more information call (928) 635-2289 or visit bearizona.com .  

Considering bringing your incentive or corporate meeting to Sedona? Talk with the many companies that have worked with White Tie - there is one word that they use... Perfect!

Sedona is one of the most beautiful destinations on earth. Inspire your attendees with its beauty. Their innovative approach starts when your guest arrives at the airport and ends when they return. 

From transportation to unique high-touch tours and corporate events - They are the best in Sedona... they guarantee it.  Their attention to detail is what makes them the area's preferred provider.   What makes them special? They are guest centric!  They are innovative. Everything they do is centered on ensuring your guests a memorable experience. 

Let White Tie assist you in understanding the uniqueness of Sedona.  Whether it's just advice on hotels or restaurants, transportation to/from Sedona or a complete program including tours and our exclusive venues, let them show you Sedona!

For the best step-on guide services in Northern Arizona, Sedona Tours & Guide Services has added something new to their standard 2 hour Sedona Tour.  Depending on your time frame, your group can now see some of Sedona's wine country, experience new views and hear new historical information. Extended tour services go to Jerome, Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon area. With over 20 years serving the travel industry, Laura Vandegrift will give your clients a memorable tour experience. They will come away with an appreciation and understanding of the history, art, culture, geology, flora and fauna of these areas while having fun along the way.

Mystical Bazaar offers Aura Photography in multiple languages which includes two colorful photos of your aura and 23 pages report of your chakras balance, energy level graph and explanation of your personality type. Rack Rate:$30

They offer psychic readings, past life readings, chakra balancing sessions.  (Japanese translation is available.) Rack Rates: 30 minutes $95 and 60 minutes $175.

They also have a large selection of crystals and unique jewelry from local artists.  Please inquire about group discounts or coupons for your clients to Masti Baroni at 928-204-5615 or  masti@mysticalbazaar.com .  For more information visit their website at mysticalbazaar.com.  Open 9am-9pm

Enhance your client's Sedona experience with Anahata's soulful and insightful workshops, ceremonies and private sessions. 

Blending the wisdom and strength of a Shaman with the tenderness and compassion of an angel, Anahata masterfully orchestrates profound journeys of healing and awakening.  With extensive knowledge and charismatic appeal she explores the issues that inhibit and expand higher consciousness. Choose from workshops on: Conscious Relationships, Chakra Rainbow Light Body, Meditation Practices for Deeper Spiritual Connection, Tips for Staying Centered in the Midst of Chaos, Spiritual Nutrition, Reclaiming Your Power and MORE.  Sacred Ceremonies include Shamanic Breathwork Clearing and Activation, Medicine Wheel Journeys, Rainbow Light Body Awakening, Shamanic Wisdom Walks and more.  Anahata also offers a wide range of private Shamangelic Healing services at her healing Sanctuary located in West Sedona. 

To tailor the perfect program for your group, contact Anahata at 928-274-6282 or Anahata@ShamangelicHealing.com for availability, pricing and complete list of offerings.    

Pete A. Sanders Jr., an Honors Graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and 30-year Sedona resident, teaches Scientific Vortex Information EVERY Monday 1:00-2:30 p.m. ($15/person) at the Los Abrigados Resort and Spa (160 Portal Lane). The session shares the scientific discoveries that allow all people to experience the positive effects of the vortexes, along with directions to Sedona's eight most powerful sites. Also included are the techniques that he has taught both at MIT and to the Pentagon Meditation Club, for more rapid and effective meditation/prayer, enhancing creative thinking and lowering blood pressure.  

Mr. Sanders is available to give presentations on alternate days to visiting groups or conferences. His book by the same title is also available at all Sedona bookstores or thru his Free Soul foundation's web site, freesoul.net.

Sedona-Hawaii Twin-Soul blend offers care of body, mind, heart & soul - Magic carpet ride:specialty tours; photography, certification classes, guided healing; Sedona area, red rock state park, private property & at the center.    

Receive knowledge & wisdom with a psychic medium-spiritual life coach.  Release issues with hypnosis, past life, soul retrieval, guided meditation, angels, and animal helpers. An intuitive conduit assist you to receive benefits of crystals, tuning forks, craniosacral, somatics, reiki, and Thai yoga. Profound shamanic journeys & fun leaning about you with tarot & numerology. Delete stress by FDA approved technology.  Enjoy delicious catered meals + deserts. Tiger tea, Rooster coffee, Water of love in the rejuvenating center & gift store.

Please give them two week notice to schedule an experience for your clients:  Rack rates vary from $140 each for four people or more, $160 each for couples to $180 for singles for a 3-hour program.

Please contact Sedona Spirit Center at 928-282-1266 or

sedonaspiritcenter@gmail.com.

Sedona Psychic Wisdom with Kavitaa in English & Japanese announces new packages for couples for 2012: Vortex tour experiences + a couple session.  These packages for couples are in addition to the packages already offered for individuals with individual healing and reading sessions, please see website SedonaPsychicWisdom.com for more details about existing packages.