Sonoran Suites of Scottsdale is a small condo property with an intimate community feel. The unique zero-entry pool allows you to experience the beach at this desert oasis. Lounge by the pool’s sandy shores or walk on in as if you are stepping into the sea. If you’re into tennis, bring your racquet for a game or two on the property's lighted courts. Fire up the BBQ grills for a family cookout with Southwestern spices. Stay in shape at the well-equipped fitness center or challenge the family to a game on the volleyball courts. There are a number of gazebos and shaded areas throughout the grounds where you can relax.

One- to three-bedroom condos sleep three to seven guests. You’ll feel right at home in no time thanks to full kitchens (there’s a Safeway nearby for groceries), furnished living and dining areas, walk-in closets and some condos even have fireplaces. Whip up a batch of chocolate fudge brownies and let the kids pitch in. Big kids can crack the eggs while the little ones help with the mixing. Up for family movie night? All condos have flat screen TVs with cable and DVD players. Have each of the kids pack favorite movies from home. Grab the brownies, pop some popcorn and call everyone into the living room.

Gather all of the shoppers in your party and head to Kierland Commons Mall. Treat yourself to a new handbag at Michael Kors or Coach. Check out the selection of jeans at Lucky. Need some new shades? Solstice Sunglasses has you covered. Hungry? Try Shake Shack, Mastro’s Ocean Club or P.F. Chang’s. If you’re up for even more shopping, check out Biltmore Fashion Park, home to the only Saks Fifth Avenue in the state of Arizona. Macy’s, Pottery Barn, Lululemon and Ralph Lauren are some of the other stores that can be found there. Restaurants include California Pizza Kitchen, Stingray Sushi, and The Capital Grille. Baseball fans will definitely want to visit Salt River Fields at Talking Stick; it’s the spring training home of the Arizona Diamondback and the Colorado Rockies.