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Fairmont Princess: Organized Fun for All Ages

Now if Explorer’s camp isn’t your family’s idea of fun, the Fairmont Scottsdale has plenty of alternative family fun to offer.  Seven tennis courts, five heated pools -- one with two family waterslides and another that hosts ’Dive-in movies’ weekend nights -- five restaurants, and enough Arizona flora and fauna to keep you entertained just walking the property, are some of the facilities that will keep you engaged in plenty of together time. 

There may be times when you want a little less togetherness, to just go and do grownup stuff. The Fairmont makes this desire guilt-free with their Kid’s Club and Teen Hangout.  The Kid’s Club is basically a day camp the Hotel has for its younger guests.  The main room has Sony Playstations and Nintendo Wii systems, arcade machines, air hockey, a pool table, board games, crafts, and so much more including their pet bearded dragon.

That’s just the indoor activities; in the afternoon the children get an opportunity to go swimming.  There are plenty of guides.  Although none of the pools have official lifeguards, counselors supervise and accompany the children at all times.  The Teen Hangout is conveniently located adjacent to the Fitness Center. 

The Princess Knows How to Spa

Some of the grownup facilities you are not going to want to pass up include the two adjacent 18-hole TPC golf courses and the Willow Stream Spa.  The Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Scottsdale is an experience not to be missed.  A glory to the senses both inside and out, the décor and design are as satisfying as the unique and exceptional services. 

I had the opportunity to experience the Havasupai Body Oasis Experience, their signature two-hour treatment that started with their waterfall experience and proceeded to a full body encompassing treatment. 

Afterwards, I went to the rooftop pool and swam laps while people sunbathed and read, while drinking prickly pear lemonade.  The spa has a full service salon, its own fitness center, a Canyon Oasis garden and a full spa cuisine menu available.  This is truly an amazing experience and well worth the prices.