Stuff to do in Phoenix?

[eric23]

Good Day All,

My wife and I are going to Phoenix next month to see the Flames game (NHL Hockey).

is there anything fun to do there?

We are trying to setup a golf lesson, but that is all we have planned so far. I want to check out a few watch stores also.

Thanks,

Eric

[RedBaronF2001]

Originally Posted by eric23

Good Day All,

My wife and I are going to Phoenix next month to see the Flames game (NHL Hockey).

is there anything fun to do there?

We are trying to setup a golf lesson, but that is all we have planned so far. I want to check out a few watch stores also.

Thanks,

Eric

I'm headed there (Scottsdale) this weekend so I'm also looking for stuff to do.

I was out there four years ago and there were a plethora of good watch stores back then. Who knows that survived.

[eric23]

Originally Posted by RedBaronF2001

I'm headed there (Scottsdale) this weekend so I'm also looking for stuff to do.

I was out there four years ago and there were a plethora of good watch stores back then. Who knows that survived.

They have an AP AD there, I have been talking with them thought email

Hyde Park Jewelers in Phoenix (They also sell Rolex and Patek)

[azguy]

Well, next week is the greatest collector car show in the world if that's your thing http://www.barrett-jackson.com/. Spring training starts mid-February.

Right now the weather is perfect, high 70's, so you could hike any of our wonder peaks surrounding the valley like Camelback Mountain or Pinnicle Peak.

As for watches:

Ben Bridge and Torneau at Fashion Square Mall
Hamra Jewlers in North Scottsdale
Ganem Jewelers in North Scottsdale
Estate Watch and Jewelry in Old Town Scottsdale
Vegas Pawn in South Scottsdale
Hyde Park Jewelers in the Biltmore area
Molina Jewlers in the Biltmore area

Ask anything you want; I don;t know where you are staying but check out the Scottsdale Quarter for sure, the new hot spot in the Valley of the Sun.

[eric23]

Originally Posted by azguy

Well, next week is the greatest collector car show in the world if that's your thing http://www.barrett-jackson.com/. Spring training starts mid-February.

Right now the weather is perfect, high 70's, so you could hike any of our wonder peaks surrounding the valley like Camelback Mountain or Pinnicle Peak.

As for watches:

Ben Bridge and Torneau at Fashion Square Mall
Hamra Jewlers in North Scottsdale
Ganem Jewelers in North Scottsdale
Estate Watch and Jewelry in Old Town Scottsdale
Vegas Pawn in South Scottsdale
Hyde Park Jewelers in the Biltmore area
Molina Jewlers in the Biltmore area

Ask anything you want; I don;t know where you are staying but check out the Scottsdale Quarter for sure, the new hot spot in the Valley of the Sun.

My wife was talking about some mountain park she wants to hike Whats the nicest park to hike in?

We are staying in Mesa. I booked it all online this AM.

Thanks for the info!

[conrail]

Bike/walk the canal. Hike Squaw Peak or Camelback. Walk around Tempe's downtown-fun bars, etc. (which is more interesting than Phoenix's non-existent one).

[JasoninDenver]

AZguy is right on about the Camel Back mountain hike.

I recall also doing one called South Mountain a few years ago.

If you like Thai, I recommend:

maleesthaibistro.com/

[RedBaronF2001]

Originally Posted by eric23

They have an AP AD there, I have been talking with them thought email

Hyde Park Jewelers in Phoenix (They also sell Rolex and Patek)

I went to that AP AD back in 2008 and they make you feel like royalty there. I was merely browsing at the time, but I almost walked out with a ROOC

[RedBaronF2001]

Originally Posted by azguy

Well, next week is the greatest collector car show in the world if that's your thing http://www.barrett-jackson.com/. Spring training starts mid-February.

Right now the weather is perfect, high 70's, so you could hike any of our wonder peaks surrounding the valley like Camelback Mountain or Pinnicle Peak.

As for watches:

Ben Bridge and Torneau at Fashion Square Mall
Hamra Jewlers in North Scottsdale
Ganem Jewelers in North Scottsdale
Estate Watch and Jewelry in Old Town Scottsdale
Vegas Pawn in South Scottsdale
Hyde Park Jewelers in the Biltmore area
Molina Jewlers in the Biltmore area

Ask anything you want; I don;t know where you are staying but check out the Scottsdale Quarter for sure, the new hot spot in the Valley of the Sun.

Bar and restaurant recommendations?

[perpetualman88]

Go to old town scottsdale and on scottsdale road are some great bars. If you want to go to the bars with all the college kids Mill Ave is the place :)

[TuonoRider]

A couple hours drive south near Tucson area is the Desert Museum. Wish we had time to check it out when the wife and I were down there in November. Its supposed to be really cool - may be an "all day" affair, however. Worth checking into.

Sedona red rock country is about 2 hours north of Phoenix as well. Beautiful, lots of hiking/biking/walking/rent a jeep offroading!

The Jared in Phoenix sells Omega...we bought our first Omega's (and real watches) while on vacation there!

Have fun!

[eric23]

Originally Posted by RedBaronF2001

I went to that AP AD back in 2008 and they make you feel like royalty there. I was merely browsing at the time, but I almost walked out with a ROOC

Not good at all I will have to leave the Visa at the hotel

[eric23]

Originally Posted by perpetualman88

Go to old town scottsdale and on scottsdale road are some great bars. If you want to go to the bars with all the college kids Mill Ave is the place :)

I don't think the wife will let me party too hard. But I am sure we will check out a bar after the hockey game, hopefully to celebrate

[eric23]

Originally Posted by TuonoRider

A couple hours drive south near Tucson area is the Desert Museum. Wish we had time to check it out when the wife and I were down there in November. Its supposed to be really cool - may be an "all day" affair, however. Worth checking into.

Sedona red rock country is about 2 hours north of Phoenix as well. Beautiful, lots of hiking/biking/walking/rent a jeep offroading!

The Jared in Phoenix sells Omega...we bought our first Omega's (and real watches) while on vacation there!

Have fun!

Desert Museum, whats there? Like wild life? That might be worth to check out.

[perpetualman88]

Originally Posted by eric23

Desert Museum, whats there? Like wild life? That might be worth to check out.

its out here where I am in tucson. If you end up coming this way beers on me

[TuonoRider]

Originally Posted by eric23

Desert Museum, whats there? Like wild life? That might be worth to check out.

We didn't have to check it out, but the friend we were visiting said it was very cool - indoor things and outdoor things to see, wildlife both live and mounted.

Some guy sitting in front of us on the airplane said it was definitely worth checking out - he said it was very well done and worth the time.

We missed out, but thought I'd pass along the option - maybe its not "all that", but worth a look into I guess.

[eric23]

Originally Posted by perpetualman88

its out here where I am in tucson. If you end up coming this way beers on me

We might end up there for a day there is a air force museum in tucson that I hear is real cool. I will let you know for sure.

[eric23]

Originally Posted by TuonoRider

We didn't have to check it out, but the friend we were visiting said it was very cool - indoor things and outdoor things to see, wildlife both live and mounted.

Some guy sitting in front of us on the airplane said it was definitely worth checking out - he said it was very well done and worth the time.

We missed out, but thought I'd pass along the option - maybe its not "all that", but worth a look into I guess.

A Desert Museum might be neat, I have never been out to a real Desert before.

[chicfarmer1]

The Heard Museum in Scottsdale is the finest Native American art and culture museum in the country, in case that may be of interest. Contemporary and historic work in all different media, from paintings to jewelry to rugs, pottery, etc.

[RedBaronF2001]

Thank you for the tips and info everyone. I'm looking forward to checking out some watch stores that we don't have here and the nice weather

[TuonoRider]

Have fun, both of you! I'm a bit jealous you's are headed out there. I love the west....more Montana, but loved Arizona as well...Just the climate and change in scenery gets me excited.

[hdrazor251]

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

The Heard Museum in Scottsdale is the finest Native American art and culture museum in the country, in case that may be of interest. Contemporary and historic work in all different media, from paintings to jewelry to rugs, pottery, etc.

Your right about the Heard Museum except it is in central Phoenix.

Not sure how long your in town but if staying in Mesa and going to NHL game you will have quite a hall...at least 15 miles. There are lots of restaurants and bars at Westgate where the arena is. Also a couple of hotels so if you want to party after the game might want to think about spending game night there.

As for hiking, Camelback Mountain and South Mountain as previously mentioned. Also Squaw Peak (now called Piestewa Peak if your map is new and politically corrected) is a good one. Just be careful, bring water, and wear the proper shoes as they seem to have to rescue someone about once a week.

[chicfarmer1]

Originally Posted by hdrazor251

Your right about the Heard Museum except it is in central Phoenix.

Argh, you are correct. The main museum is indeed in Phoenix proper.

[hdrazor251]

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

Argh, you are correct. The main museum is indeed in Phoenix proper.

And so were you ...I never knew they had another gallery in N. Scottsdale.

[gmh1013]

Originally Posted by azguy

Well, next week is the greatest collector car show in the world if that's your thing http://www.barrett-jackson.com/. Spring training starts mid-February.

Right now the weather is perfect, high 70's, so you could hike any of our wonder peaks surrounding the valley like Camelback Mountain or Pinnicle Peak.

As for watches:

Ben Bridge and Torneau at Fashion Square Mall
Hamra Jewlers in North Scottsdale
Ganem Jewelers in North Scottsdale
Estate Watch and Jewelry in Old Town Scottsdale
Vegas Pawn in South Scottsdale
Hyde Park Jewelers in the Biltmore area
Molina Jewlers in the Biltmore area



Ask anything you want; I don;t know where you are staying but check out the Scottsdale Quarter for sure, the new hot spot in the Valley of the Sun.

I like E.D.Marshall in Scottsdale....for second hand Rolex.
I have bought several watches from Ganem Brothers and they will deal.

[eric23]

Originally Posted by RedBaronF2001

Thank you for the tips and info everyone. I'm looking forward to checking out some watch stores that we don't have here and the nice weather

Have a good time

I am not going untill Feb. 29