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By Melissa Larsen<\/em><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re booking a staycation or movie tickets, planning a hike or hot-air balloon\u00a0ride, check out these Valley favorites for free-time fun.<\/p>\n

Best Pet Resort\/Boarding Facility:\u00a0<\/strong>Camp Bow Wow<\/strong><\/p>\n

This Peoria-based dog day care and overnight boarding facility makes creating a fun and safe\u00a0environment for your four-legged friend its foremost vow (there are even live webcams to check\u00a0in on your pooches while you\u2019re away). In addition to boarding, Camp Bow Wow offers\u00a0grooming, walking and training services. campbowwow.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Casino:\u00a0<\/strong>Talking Stick Resort<\/strong><\/p>\n

Talking Stick Resort impresses with its nearly 300,000-sq.- ft. casino floor. Players enjoy 800\u00a0multi-dimensional slot machines, a wide array of table games and the largest poker room in the\u00a0state, with 47 tables running Texas Hold \u2018em, 7-Card Stud and Omaha Hi-Lo. Each year, the\u00a0property hosts the annual Arizona State Poker Championship and the Arizona State Ladies\u00a0&\u00a0Poker Championship in The ARENA Poker Room. talkingstickresort.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Downtown Phoenix Hotel:\u00a0<\/strong>Hyatt Regency Phoenix<\/strong><\/p>\n

Located in the center of Downtown Phoenix, Hyatt Regency Phoenix is walking distance to fab\u00a0dining and shopping, theater and museums, and popular sporting events. The hotel\u2019s\u00a0693\u00a0spacious guestrooms offer mountain or downtown views, and guests enjoy amenities like an\u00a0outdoor pool, hot tub and sundeck and on-site fine dining at Arizona\u2019s only revolving restaurant,\u00a0Compass Arizona Grill. phoenix.hyatt.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Downtown Phoenix Hotel:\u00a0<\/strong>Kimpton & Hotel Palomar Phoenix<\/strong><\/p>\n

Boutique in size with 242 rooms, Hotel Palomar Phoenix is located at CityScape Phoenix, just\u00a0steps away from performances and games at Talking Stick Resort Arena, Chase Field, the\u00a0Phoenix Symphony and more. Savor Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails, one of the top spots in\u00a0Phoenix for craft cocktails, in addition to complimentary perks that include morning coffee and\u00a0tea service, evening social hour with wine service and more. hotelpalomar-phoenix.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Lobby Bar: Hotel Valley Ho<\/strong><\/p>\n

Toast with handcrafted cocktails and savor seasonal American fare at the recently renovated\u00a0ZuZu Lounge at Scottsdale\u2019s Hotel Valley Ho. Stop by for Cool Redux Happy Hour from 4 to 7\u00a0p.m. on weekdays or enjoy a tasting at Wine Wednesdays and Whiskey Thursdays. Food is\u00a0served until midnight daily. hotelvalleyho.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Movie Theater:\u00a0<\/strong>Harkins Theatres<\/strong><\/p>\n

Harkins Theatres is the largest family-owned theatre chain in the country, with 82-plus years in\u00a0Arizona and headquarters in Scottsdale. Harkins Theatres is known as a trailblazer for\u00a0advancements like the Cine Capri, state-of- the-art digital projection and sound, curved wall-to-\u00a0wall screens, the plush Ultimate Rocker and the Ultimate Lounger loveseats, Loyalty Cups and\u00a0T-shirts, in-lobby children\u2019s PlayCenters and an expanded selection of gourmet concessions. Also a 2015 Winner!<\/i> harkinstheatres.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Movie Theatre Dine in:\u00a0<\/strong>FilmBar<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since opening in 2011, Phoenix\u2019s FilmBar has become a favorite downtown hangout as a beer\u00a0and wine bar and a movie theater. Dine on the likes of nachos, popcorn, tamales and other\u00a0crowd-pleasing eats while enjoying new and classic flicks. On draft, sip of a selection of local\u00a0brews from Oak Creek, Four Peaks, Lumberyard and more. thefilmbarphx.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Place to Discover Your Inner Artist:\u00a0<\/strong>Pinspiration<\/strong><\/p>\n

Is your inner Martha begging to come out? Head to Pinspiration, a DIY art studio and bar on\u00a0High Street. The studio offers both tutorial-let and open-ended (for a $15 studio fee) art\u00a0experiences. Customers have access to a variety of art supplies and tools to create their own idea\u00a0on the spot or choose from an array of changing monthly project menus based on the most\u00a0popular pinned social media projects and current craft trends. pinspirationaz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Resort, Most Relaxing Resort Pool and Most Luxe Accommodations:\u00a0<\/strong>The Wigwam<\/strong><\/p>\n

Designated as a Historic Hotel of America, this local family-friendly landmark in Litchfield Park\u00a0is home to 331 casitas and suites. While at The Wigwam, guests can tee up on the\u00a0legendary golf\u00a0course, relax at the on-site spa and wade the day away at four pools. And whether your craving\u00a0fine dining or a casual respite, there is a restaurant at The Wigwam to satisfy your\u00a0hankering\u2014just be sure not to miss Litchfield\u2019s decadent meat and seafood dishes paired with\u00a0some of the Valley\u2019s tastiest side dishes (hello, smoked gouda mac and cheese and cr\u00e8me fraiche\u00a0yukon mash). wigwamarizona.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Most Luxe Accommodations:\u00a0<\/strong>The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spacious layouts, private balconies and deluxe marble-laded bathrooms are just a few of the\u00a0elements that greet guests at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain. Those visiting the Marana resort\u00a0also have access to four restaurants (that can fulfill just about any craving, whether it be sushi or\u00a0Sonoran-inspired), beautiful pools, a destination spa, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf and endless\u00a0family-friendly fun.\u00a0ritzcarlton.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Best Resort:\u00a0<\/strong>Fairmont Scottsdale Princess<\/strong><\/p>\n

Family-friendly escape. Romantic respite. Girls-only getaway. Whatever type of holiday you have a\u00a0yearning for, Fairmont Scottsdale Princess has it all. Pop into one of the resort\u2019s four restaurants, make\u00a0time for some serious r-n- r at Well &amp; Being Fairmont Scottsdale Princess or make a splash at one of the\u00a0pools where you may find luxe cabanas, twisting water slides or even a dive-in movie. Come Memorial\u00a0Day weekend, there is even a new Sunset Beach Pool and Sunset Beach Wing to enjoy as the temps start\u00a0to climb. scottsdaleprincess.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Valley Adventure Experience:\u00a0<\/strong>Float Balloon Tours<\/strong><\/p>\n

Much more than just a balloon-ride company, Float Balloon Tours offers a selection of packages\u00a0that give guests the most unique flying experiences, from a sunset dinner to a sunrise brunch to\u00a0an airborne photo workshop. Float elevates the high-flying adventure by pairing it with\u00a0mouthwatering local eats and sips crafted by top-notch talents (this month, eats and drinks\u00a0spotlight Wren House Brewing and Stone Grindz Chocolate).\u00a0floatballoontours.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Valley Hiking:\u00a0<\/strong>South Mountain<\/strong><\/p>\n

With gorgeous scenery and great spots for taking in the horizon, South Mountain is a beloved\u00a0spot for hiking and biking trails with opportunities for adventurers of all skill levels. During your\u00a0time on South Mountain, keep an eye out for 150 different species of animals and petroglyphs\u00a0that were carved into rocks by ancient dwellers. phoenix.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Best Valley Hiking:\u00a0<\/strong>Camelback Mountain<\/strong><\/p>\n

At 2,704 feet, Camelback Mountain is a popular climb among locals and their visitors because\u00a0the local landmark offers stellar views of the Valley below and plenty of photo ops for\u00a0Instagram-loving climbers. There are two main hiking trails to choose from\u2014Echo Canyon and\u00a0Cholla Trail. climbcamelback.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Buy your copy of Arizona Foothills Magazine Best of Our Valley 2016 Collectors Edition issue<\/b> here<\/b><\/a> or get the digital version<\/b> here<\/b><\/a>.
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