Travel & Leisure
Fairmont Scottsdale’s 5th Annual “Christmas at the Princess” Holiday Tree Lighting
On Thursday, Nov. 20, the public is invited to Fairmont Scottsdale’s 5th Annual “Christmas at the Princess” Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration. The family-friendly event features the lighting of the Scottsdale resort’s four-story musical Christmas tree in Princess Plaza. The 45-foot tree has 67,000 LED lights which...
Q&A with Alabaster the Elf of the North Pole Experience
Alabaster Snowflake has a full-time job managing the elves at Santa’s workshop at the North Pole Experience in Flagstaff. Although this same-day experience started six years ago, Alabaster has spent 338 years working with Santa. He runs Elf University, oversees the elves and mingles with children and parents when they walk in the doors of Santa’s workshop. Alabaster described to AFM a day in life working alongside Santa, the elves and why people come from near and far to participate in the “Disneyland” equivalent of Santa’s workshop.
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“Fashioned in America” at Phoenix Art Museum
Wes Gordon
In the 1920’s, 78 percent of clothing was made in the New York Garment District. Today, that number has dropped to just three percent. To showcase a revival in United States manufacturing, the Phoenix Art Museum is featuring about 30 ensembles from established and up-and-coming designers in its newest exhibit.
During World War II, the Nazis closed off Paris manufacturing districts to the rest of the world. New York took the initiative to become a hub for American-made garments with the formation of the International Ladies Garment...
Off to the Races: Del Mar's Extended Racing Season
Luxury boutique hotels anchor the coastal paradise of Del Mar, which just introduced an expended racing season this fall.
Where to Enjoy Fall in Arizona
There is no better time to be in Arizona than during the beautiful fall season. Whether you’re looking for a fun outdoor activity or some sightseeing around the Valley, we’ve put together some of the best places for locals to enjoy fall this season —from apple-picking to ski lifts to corn mazes and more.
