This is it! The last Wednesday of the year, and, the last of a series of articles on Arizona tribal Hotel-Casinos.
For the culmination of the last four weeks, we decided to get out of town and head for Prescott, Arizona, less than 2 1/2 hours northwest of Phoenix. (more…)
During the holidays, Prescott decorates more than most communities. Their Courthouse, the Yavapai County Courthouse, acts as the center of a giant light display. (more…)
Prescott has charm. It is absolutely undeniable. When you first see Prescott (pronounced Pres – CUT), you have the feeling that you’d really like to live there. Warm and friendly with quirky shops and a town square around the courthouse, Prescott is a great place to visit. (more…)
Like many people, traveling is something you probably enjoy or you wouldn’t be reading this blog. As a place to visit during the holiday season, Tucson, Arizona gives you a fantastic climate and an old atmosphere, conducive to a holiday spirit. If you can’t have snow – the proverbial white Christmas – you might as well have a classical Spanish holiday in old Tucson. (more…)
When you’re traveling in Tucson, it seems natural to want to eat native food. Since Tucson was briefly part of Mexico, it seems only natural to eat Mexican food. They come by it honestly. (more…)
We’re coming down to the last two Wacky Casino Wednesday’s featuring casinos with hotels here in Arizona.
This week we’re featuring the only casino/hotel in southern Arizona.
From a tent containing a bingo hall established in1984 to a $120 million hotel- casino, the Tohono O’odham nation completed its newest casino project in 2007 including its first hotel.
The quite new Desert Diamond Casino
Located adjacent to the Tucson International Airport, Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel is owned and operated by the Tohono O’odham Nation, the second largest tribal area in Arizona. Another Desert Diamond Casino without a hotel property is located I-19 & Pima Mine Rd., approximately 10 miles south.
The 323,000-square-foot casino-hotel is located at 7350 S. Nogales Highway. A 149 room hotel is connected to the 165,000 sq. ft. casino by an 8,000 sq. ft. conference center.
The casino complex boasts over 1000 slot machines
** Note: Smoke Alert!!! After visiting several casinos over the last few weeks, all which allow smoking on the gaming floor, my opinion is that The Desert Diamond Casino ventilation system is not as adequate as the previous properties we have reviewed.
Monsoon Night Club
Hours: Friday & Saturday 8:00PM
The Steakhouse
Cost: Prime Rib/Steaks: $16.95-$29.95
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 7 Days a Week
The Buffet
Cost: Lunch $9.99, Dinner $12.99
Monday Seafood Buffet $16.95
Sunday Brunch $14.95
Lunch: $8.85
Dinner: $10.85
Food Court
Diamond Grill / Diamond Wok
Cost: Grill – Average Entrees 4.95 Wok – Average Entrees $5.95-7.95
Hours: 24 Hours
As an added benefit to your wallet, there is no lodging tax – a savings of 12.5% per room.
Desert Diamond Hotel with a Vegas kind of look
Facilities
Heated outdoor pool
Exercise facilities
Near the pool
Rooms
King and double rooms are available along with Executive Suites and Luxury VIP suites with one or two bedrooms.
Rooms include:
In September, 1991 until September, 1993, eight people lived together in one very large “house,” Biosphere 2. (more…)
More than once I have been talking to someone from outside Arizona who says, “I have relatives who live in Tucson.” It’s interesting that no one ever says, “I have relatives who live in Phoenix.” I know it’s just an odd coincidence, but it’s still interesting.
So, what is it about Tucson that attracts a slew of wealthy retirees and others to make it their home? (more…)
When you are traveling – well, you gotta eat! Where you’d like to eat is obviously determined by diet, preferences, and budget.
Scottsdale has every imaginable food opportunity in both chain and unique restaurants. Today, we’ll feature two unique restaurants catering to two different culinary inspirations. (more…)
My first stay in Arizona was at the Camelback Inn when I attended a conference. Let us say that I was not disappointed with my accommodations. Today’s blog will talk about the Camelback as well as an old timer that has been renovated, the Valley Ho. (more…)
