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Denise Seomin | Director of Public Relations
(480) 423-2657 | denise.seomin@luxurycollection.com
Shannon Wardlow | Media Relations Coordinator
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The Phoenician Earns Prestigious AAA Five-Diamond Award
For Fourth Consecutive Year
Resort’s Exclusive, New Boutique Hotel, The Canyon Suites, also Receives
Inaugural Five Diamond Designation, Joining Nine-Time Honoree, Mary Elaine’s Restaurant
SCOTTSDALE Ariz.— (November 12, 2007) – The Phoenician, Arizona’s premier luxury resort, has received the coveted 2008 Five Diamond Award from the American Automobile Association (AAA), marking the fourth consecutive year the property has been so honored.
In its first year of operation, The Canyon Suites – the exclusive, new boutique hotel located on the resort property – has also earned AAA Five Diamond status. In addition to offering the rich splendor, services and amenities of The Phoenician, the 60-room Canyon Suites provides added privacy and signature features to create a more intimate, personalized experience for guests.
As Five Diamond hotels, both The Phoenician and The Canyon Suites were recognized for providing meticulous service, exceeding guest expectations and maintaining impeccable standards of excellence, demonstrating characteristics that epitomize luxury and sophistication.
Earning 2008 Four Diamond awards were Windows on the Green and The Terrace restaurants, offering signature Southwestern and contemporary American cuisine, respectively, that reflect a complex and creative design. All told, The Phoenician was presented with 23 diamonds by AAA as one of the most recognized resorts in the country.
“Having The Canyon Suites selected as a AAA Five Diamond hotel in just its first year is very gratifying,” said Managing Director Mark Vinciguerra. “Together with The Phoenician and our fine restaurants, it serves as a testament to the daily commitment each and every associate makes to create a guest experience that is exceptional, indigenous and unforgettable.
“The Canyon Suites represents a diversity in product that is redefining today’s destination resort experience,” added Vinciguerra. “Whether seeking an all-encompassing adventure in the desert, or a secluded, sophisticated retreat, The Phoenician and The Canyon Suites provide a fashionable option for all guests – in one breathtaking location.”
As a luxury boutique hotel, The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician is elegance perfected. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed by a Canyon Ambassador who is well versed in their preferences, and ready to meet their every need – such as making guaranteed reservations for Phoenician restaurants and recreational activities, including golf. A private pool and cabana provide for a relaxing afternoon, as does a wine tasting with one of The Phoenician’s knowledgeable sommeliers. A peaceful end to the day comes in the form of The Canyon Suites’ signature “Therapeutic Turndown,” in which the guest’s bathwater is drawn with a variety of soothing salts, upon request, ensuring a tranquil and restful night’s sleep.
The AAA Diamond Rating System is based on a combination of feedback from members and the assessment of full-time professional evaluators. After earning AAA Approved status, hotels and restaurants are assigned a rating of one to five AAA Diamonds, indicating the level of complexity in service, décor and amenities. For more information, visit www.AAA.com.
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