Set against the backdrop of Arizona’s McDowell Mountains, the AAA Five-Diamond Fairmont Scottsdale Princess reflects its Southwestern setting with Spanish colonial-style architecture, expansive plazas and lush, flower-filled gardens. The resort features 649 oversized guest rooms, including 69 Fairmont Gold rooms and suites, five heated swimming pools, the luxurious 44,000 square-foot Well & Being at Willow Stream Spa, world-class tennis center and championship golf at the adjacent TPC of Scottsdale. Dining options include Bourbon Steak, a AAA Four-Diamond steakhouse by the acclaimed Michael Mina; modern Mexican cuisine at La Hacienda by Richard Sandoval; Two new hot spots are Ironwood American Kitchen by the South Pool, which is cool, classic and comfortably residential with home-cooked favorites, an exhibition kitchen and InnoTab computer learning tablets for the kids. The Princess Shop and Coffee Market, on the main level, has grab ‘n’ go sandwiches, gelato, Starbucks coffee and an iPad lab. And, then there’s gastro-pub fare at The Grill, with stunning views overlooking the 18th green at the TPC of Scottsdale Stadium Course. The Plaza Bar, a contemporary bar and lounge is the spot for cocktails in Princess Plaza.

Golfers can’t miss this! A morning round at the Champions Course, followed by lunch at Champions Grill and then a round at the Stadium Course, for only $99. This offer is valid Sunday through Friday from August 1 – September 5, 2013.  For more information or tee times, call 480.585.4334 or visit www.tpc.com/scottsdale.

When guests want to venture off-property for golf, the top picks are Grayhawk (Raptor & Talon) with complimentary transportation provided. Troon North (Monument & Pinnacle) is within minutes and We Ko Pa is very popular, about 40 minutes away in Fountain Hills, along with Eagle Mountain and SunRidge Canyon Golf Clubs, about 30-minutes away.

The game of golf…or what might better be referred to as a date with frustration…every golfer wants to know how they can get that extra 15 yards on their drive, hone their mental game to stay more focused over those 3’ putts, increase their flexibility and trunk rotation to achieve the “Tiger Effect” when hitting the ball, or figure out how to alleviate that nagging/chronic shoulder or knee pain from too many hours of repetitive motion on the driving range.

Well & Being at Willow Stream Spa has introduced an avid golfers truly immersive and comprehensive program designed to approach the game of golf on every level. Visit www.scottsdaleprincess.com for more information and reservations.

Summer at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess includes cool rides down waterslides, zooming across a zip line and fireworks lighting up the night. Celebrating 25 years of luxury, this AAA Five Diamond getaway shimmers with activities galore, all splashed with sensational savings and room rates starting at $125 per night, good through August 31st, 2013.

Poolside, 200-foot waterslides are lined by shady cabanas with all the luxuries, with Dive In Movies and the Techno Glo Party taking center stage weekend nights. During the day, the Zip Line offers a new 240-foot thrill ride across the lagoons. For more adventure, kids of any age cast a reel for bluegill, shoot hoops on the sport court, meet Cecil the desert tortoise or roast s’mores at the campfire. Meanwhile, grown-ups can sample any of 240 tequilas at La Hacienda, escape for a day to Well & Being at Willow Stream Spa or savor an exquisite dish at the AAA Four Diamond Bourbon Steak.

Sonoran Splash, the resort’s 6,000 square-foot water oasis is perfect for families, with two twisting waterslides, pop-jet fountains, cabanas and games. For tots, there is a zero-entry deck area as well as a large sandbox complete with Tonka trucks and beach toys.

As the sun sets at the Princess, fireworks light up the sky every Saturday night, through Labor Day, September 2, 2013. Labor Day says bon voyage to summer with a “Dreamcation” a cruise ship themed weekend.

Last Day’s of Summer Celebration Packages:
•  Silver Summer Celebration Package starts at $125 per night, including a surprise anniversary gift valued at a minimum of $25, for arrivals Sunday – Wednesday through August 31, 2013.

•  Sip, Savor & Splash Package begins at $169 per room, per night and includes a $50 daily credit for dining, spa, tennis or Trailblazers Kids Club, based on space availability.

• Labor Day Dream-cation Weekend rates start at $179 per night for the Sip, Savor & Splash package. As an added bonus, guests may lounge a little longer with a late check-out of 4 p.m. on Monday, September 2, 2013.

If the last days of summer are sailing into the sunset vacationers can say bon voyage to summer in sea-style at the S.S. Princess over Labor Day, also known as the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. The resort’s 3rd Annual Dream-cation Weekend sets sail August 30 – September 2, 2013, with a salute to cruise ships with endless activities, abundant buffets, fireworks and even limbo contests on the lido deck.

With so many options at your fingertips, it’s no wonder all the locals and out of state visitors flock to celebrate their last days of summer for golf, adventure and relaxation at the Fairmont Scottsdale  Princess.

For reservations or more information about the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess and Special Packages available, visit www.scottsdaleprincess.com or call 480.585.4848 or 800.908.9370.

The Resort is located at 7575 East Princess Drive in Scottsdale, Arizona.