Scottsdale (pop. 210,000) is one of the Southwest's premier destinations. This young, active and wealthy community borders Phoenix to the east and north.

Scottsdale's popularity is well-deserved. The beautiful landscapes of the lush Sonoran Desert have inspired such people as architect Frank Lloyd Wright, who built an internationally admired winter retreat here at Taliesin West.

Indigo skies frame pristine desert trails, rivers and mountains. In addition to its popularity as a favorite meeting destination, Scottsdale is also known for its championship golf courses on artful layouts, winding around mammoth boulders and towering saguaros; its local spas that tap into ancient Native American healing techniques to soothe body and soul; and a vibrant downtown offering world-class shopping, fine art galleries, renowned restaurants and high-energy nightlife.

Getting to Scottsdale is a breeze with robust air service offerings at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Scottsdale Airport. Sky Harbor served by 23 major airlines and offers more than 106 nonstop flights to and from destinations around the world, while Scottsdale Airport provides first-class services and facilities to private jets and charters.

The average high and low temperatures for the month of October are 88°F / 60°F.