For the Golfer: Resorts have officially entered their summer season, meaning cheaper summer rates. Treat dad to a peaceful round of golf for one or join him at one of the Valley’s best resorts. Here are a few resort courses he’s sure to love: Westin Kierland ($70 Monday through Thursday, $80 Friday through Sunday with additional twilight rates), The Phoenician ($60 Monday through Thursday, $70 Friday through Sunday with additional twilight rates), JW Marriott Desert Ridge (from $69 everyday; $49 twilight rate), and Troon North Golf ($75 before 10 a.m., $55 after 10 a.m. Monday through Thursday; $90 before 10 a.m., $65 after 10 a.m. Friday through Sunday; $45 after 2 p.m. everyday). www.kierlandresort.com, www.thephoenician.com, www.jwdesertridgeresort.com, www.troonnorthgolf.com.

Rather gift dad with something that may potentially improve his game? Try the Garmin Approach G5, the waterproof touchscreen GPS system designed specifically for the golf course, including thousands of preloaded golf course maps and individual shot distances so you can know exactly how far you have to hit every time. $499. www.garmin.com.