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Saddle up and get set for plenty of excitement on this amazing family twin centre holiday to the Lone Star State. You’ll enjoy a short stay in Scottsdale as well as an unforgettable Cowboy Ranch experience at Tanque Verde Ranch.
Scottsdale
Situated towards the west end of downtown Scottsdale the Hotel Valley Ho combines mid-century architecture and vibrant colours, with modern flair. With a range of well-appointed rooms to choose from and a host of amenities for guests to enjoy including invigorating spa treatments, and two pools – It’s no wonder the Hotel Valley Ho is a popular Scottsdale holiday destination.
At Hotel Valley Ho guests can choose from a range of comfortable guest rooms and suites, all of which feature a 49” flat screen HDTV, laptop size safe, morning bar with complimentary coffee, free basic internet connectivity, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and red flower bath amenities. Microwaves and mini fridges are available on request for a small fee. Upgrade to a Tower suite and enjoy fantastic views of Camelback Mountain, The OH pool or Downtown Scottsdale from your trendy boutique style accommodation.
There are two outdoor pools for guests to enjoy, the Ohasis pool is a tranquil retreat ideal for leisurely laps of the pool and lounging peacefully under the towering poolside palm trees. The OH Pool is the livelier of the hotel pools, chill out in a comfortable lounger or cool off in your own private cabana, and take a dip in the pool or surrounding hot tubs. Enjoy your favourite cocktails, and if hunger strikes enjoy a poolside sandwich, salad, or panini.
At the Hotel Valley Ho, guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in ZuZu the hotel’s main restaurant where the menus feature imaginative dishes, inspired by the cuisine and history of the old southwest.
After a busy day exploring Scottsdale and the surrounding area guests can chill out and unwind with an array of rejuvenating body treatments at VH the hotel’s Spa including hot stone massages, antioxidant facials and mini wraps. Fitness routines are easily maintained at the fully equipped 24 hour fitness centre, offering state-of-the-art training and cardiovascular equipment.
Its convenient location makes The Hotel Valley Ho Scottsdale an ideal base to discover the best that Scottsdale and the surrounding area has to offer. The hotel is only a short distance from the vibrant culture, inventive dining and trendy nightlife of downtown Scottsdale whilst guests looking for more adventure can chose from a huge array of outdoor activities including Hot Air Ballooning, Hiking, Desert 4×4 Hummer Tours, Biking Adventures in the Desert, Desert Horseback riding, Guided Tours, Grand Canyon Tours, Premier Shopping, Native American Life, and other Cultural Activities.
Tanque Verde Ranch
Nestled amongst the Rincon Mountains and located on 60,000 acres of Tucson’s most breathtaking desert landscapes, the Tanque Verde Ranch is one of America’s old time cattle and guest ranches. With friendly staff, traditional ranch style accommodation and a fantastic range of activities to choose from it’s easy to see why the Tanque Verde Ranch is a popular holiday destination for travellers looking for an authentic dude ranch experience.
Tanque Verde Ranch offers a range of traditional adobe type lodgings with fantastic views of the surrounding desert and mountain ranges. Both rustic and quaint, Salas offer a quiet well-appointed place to recharge after a busy day on the range, and come appointed with a desk, small refrigerator, internet radio and Wi-Fi. Casitas are more spacious than the Salas and come complete with comfy sitting areas and fireplaces, there’s no better way to unwind at the end of a busy day than with a good book by the fire.
You’ll enjoy three square meals a day as part of your stay at Tanque Verde, start your day with a hearty breakfast and choose from eggs, bacon, sausage, French toast, fresh berries and fruit, a variety of breakfast breads, cinnamon rolls, fresh granola and much more. There’s a fantastic gourmet buffet for lunch and at the end of the day enjoy a hearty three course dinner reminiscing about the day’s adventures with your travelling companions. Speciality dining events are also held each week including the Old Homestead Breakfast Ride, the Mexican Fiesta Night (seasonal), and the Cottonwood Grove Ranch BBQ with live entertainment.
After a day of riding the trails in the warm Arizona sun, nothing beats a visit to the traditional Doghouse Saloon. Quench your thirst with one of the local craft beers, catch-up on the latest news and sporting events on TV or just chill out and enjoy some down time with family and friends planning tomorrow’s adventures.
There’s a fantastic range of activities for guest to enjoy at Tanque Verde, take off and explore the desert and mountains, challenge friends and family to a game of volleyball or basketball or simply chill out by the pool for a while. Tanque Verde guests can choose from a wide range of horseback riding activities suitable for riders of all abilities, guided hiking and biking tours, swimming, dancing and fishing. There are also several tennis and basketball courts at the ranch for guests to enjoy.
Guests looking to explore the surrounding Tuscon area will find an amazing number of interesting attractions and activities close by including historical towns and museums, championship golf resorts, caving, mountain climbing, desert tours, and much more.
Family groups will appreciate the well manged kid’s programmes offered on a daily basis at Tanque Verde. Children from age 4- 12 are divided into age groups, Buckaroos (4-6), Wranglers (7-9), and Outlaws (10-12) where they will be shown the basics of horse riding through a variety of horse activities and will be advanced based on ability. As well as horse riding kids can participate in a range of stimulating activities including swimming, desert discovery, fishing, hiking, nature trails and more.
The following are included in your stay at Tanque Verde Ranch,Lodging, 3 meals per day, horseback riding, on-site activities, Taxes, and Gratuities. Activities offered : Trail rides, arena riding, breakfast ride, BBQ cookout, swimming pool, hot tub, tennis, basketball, evening entertainment, biking, fishing, fitness center, fully supervised children’s programmes.
The following items are not included in your stay at Tanque Verde Ranch : Alcohol, Spa Services and Treatments and some specialty entertainment including the sunset ride. Call travelplanners on 020 3542 8888 now to book or for more details on this fantastic trip to Scottsdale & Tucson.
