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Group Planning Guide

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Located in the heart of the vibrant Metropolitan Phoenix/Scottsdale area, Tempe is a first-class, yet budget-friendly, location for meetings and events. The Tempe Tourism Office team can help you discover our cityâ€™s endless activities, 330 days of sunshine a year and multiple hotel and unique meeting venue options that are a perfect fit for groups from 10-500 attendees.

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Why Choose Tempe

Six reasons why you should plan your next meeting or event in Tempe, Arizona

Location, Location, Location and Airport Access too

• Tempe is conveniently located adjacent to Phoenix and Scottsdale. • Tempe is located four short miles from PHX – Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. There are nearly 20 airlines currently serving Sky Harbor and nonstop flights to more than 100 cities in the US, Canada and Mexico plus London and San Jose, Costa Rica. • Many of Tempe’s hotels offer complimentary airport transportation and some hotels are connected to the airport via METRO light rail. • The PHX Sky Train™ at the airport transports travelers between Terminal 4, which serves 80% of Sky Harbor’s passenger traffic, to the 44th Street light rail station and East Economy parking. It operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and is free of charge. • Getting to Tempe is so easy, you can lower your ground transportation costs. • The Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located approximately 30 miles from Tempe. It is served by Allegiant Airlines.

Terrific Hotel Options

Tempe features a wide array of accommodations to meet every need and budget: a mountain top resort, downtown conference resort, airport hotels, and full and select service properties. With more than 5000 rooms in Tempe and flexible meeting space, we can accommodate groups from 10 to 500.

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Unique Meeting Venues

Tempe is known for unique meeting venues that can captivate the creative side of any attendee. Planners can choose to have off-site events at museums, concert halls, the Tempe Center for the Arts, Tempe Town Lake, the Phoenix Zoo, Desert Botanical Garden, historic sites, City of Tempe parks and the Arizona State University Tempe Campus.

More To Do, Anytime of Year Whether your attendees have an extra hour or a few days, there’s always something to do in Tempe.

• Explore the Sonoran Desert along the scenic trails at “A” Mountain or Papago Park. • Get a glimpse of Tempe’s historic past and bright future while strolling among 100 shops and restaurants in the Mill Avenue District. • See thought provoking contemporary art at ASU Art Museum, one of the many free museums and galleries on campus. • Savor local cuisine while dining on a relaxing outdoor patio. • See the best shows straight from Broadway at the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed ASU Gammage. • Cruise on an electric boat, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard at Tempe Town Lake. • Find exactly what you need, or just want, by shopping at Arizona Mills, Tempe Marketplace and IKEA. • Celebrate at events like Oktoberfest at Tempe Town Lake, the Tempe Festival of the Arts or the Great Arizona Beer Festival. • Cheer for your favorite team at Cactus League Spring Training.

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Capture the Sunshine

Some call it a dry heat, but everyone calls it sunny. Tempe enjoys 330 days of sunshine a year, nearly perfect for the event that you are planning, any time of the year. Winter High 68f/20c Low 41f/6c

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Spring High 85f/29c Low 55f/13c

Summer High 104f/41c Low 74f/23c

Fall High 87f/31c Low 56f/14c

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Your Meeting Is Our Priority

The Tempe Tourism Office team is here to help make your meeting a success. From sending out your RFP to site inspections to welcome packets for attendees, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Let us help you plan and execute your meeting or event with the many free services and marketing materials offered by the Tempe Tourism Office. We have access to the people and resources you need to make the most of your time and budget. Tempe Visitor’s Guides and local maps Tempe logo bags W elcome letter from Tempe Tourism Office

President/CEO Welcome letter from Tempe City Officials T empe photos available for you to use in your programs or publications Itinerary suggestions for your attendees Ideas for teambuilding events

Access to Tempe Tourism Office Members for referrals & services: Catering companies Florists DMCs/meeting planners Audio/Visual companies Décor and event production companies Unique venues for off-site events Tour and transportation companies Restaurants

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Contact the Tempe Tourism Office team today: 866-914-0685 conventionservices@tempetourism.com www.TempeTourism.com Connect with us: www.LinkedIn.com – Tempe Tourism Office www.facebook.com/TempeTourism www.twitter.com/TempeTourism www.pinterest.com/TempeTourism www.youtube.com/TempeTourism www.instagram.com/TempeTourism

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Tempe Itineraries Meetings are all about business, but that doesn’t mean that there isn’t fun to be had outside of the conference room. The Tempe Tourism Office team can help you find activities that will keep everyone entertained, whether there are just a few hours to fill, your attendees are extending their trip, or if their whole family tags along. Here are some of our favorite itinerary ideas.

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• Take a tour of the Desert Botanical Garden, a living museum with more than 50,000 varieties of desert plants from around the world. www.dbg.org • Stroll the shady, brick lined sidewalks of the Mill Avenue District. This popular gathering place is home to more than 100 restaurants, taverns and shops, in addition to public art and historic sites. www.millavenue.com • Escape to another world at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium at Arizona Mills, with more than 30 display tanks and 5,000 water-loving creatures. www.visitsealife.com/Arizona

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Want to impress your colleagues? • Savor excellent cuisine and see the city lights from Top of the Rock, a unique dining experience at Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes. www.marriott.com/phxtm • Relax, rejuvenate and refresh at Narande Spa at Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes. www.marriott.com/phxtm • Play a round at ASU Karsten Golf Course, a par 70, classic Pete Dye links-style course. Afterwards, have a casual lunch at the Trophy Room. www.asukarsten.com • Have a relaxing dinner at House of Tricks, a charming eatery located inside two turnof-the-century homes, behind a romantic vine-strewn courtyard. The menu is seasonal New American cuisine with an extensive wine list. www.houseoftricks.com

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Going out for a night on the town? • Four Peaks Brewing Co. is legendary in Tempe for both great food and beers like Kiltlifter and 8th Street Ale. www.fourpeaks.com • Have a blast at the new Main Event Entertainment with everything from bowling lanes, laser tag, a gravity ropes course, interactive games and of course, great food and drinks. www.mainevent.com • You can’t help but sing along at The Big Bang, a dueling piano bar with fun-filled live shows Tuesday through Saturday nights. www.thebigbangbar.com • Meet a few locals at The Handlebar Tempe, a new hot spot on Mill Avenue, featuring a unique mix of beers on tap, beer cocktails, German-inspired brats and pretzels and a patio that mimics a city park. www.handlebaraz.com • Order a perfect pint of Guinness, listen to a live band and soak up the Emerald Isle charm at Rula Bula Irish Pub. www.rulabula.com

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Is the family tagging along? • Go to the Phoenix Zoo, voted one of the top 5 zoos for kids. www.phoenixzoo.org • Take a hike at Papago Park, where you can discover saguaro cactus, desert trails and see the sunset from Hole in the Rock. www.papagosalado.org • See a Childsplay performance, created just for young audiences, at the Tempe Center for the Arts. www.childsplayaz.org • Go to the Arizona Museum for Youth for interactive, kid-friendly art exhibitions, an area for art projects, and play areas. www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com • Kids can learn while having fun at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, perfect for kids from birth through age 10. www.childrensmuseumofphoenix.org • If your child dreams of being a firefighter, the Hall of Flame Fire Museum is the perfect stop. See fire trucks and equipment dating back to the 18th century. Kids can climb on a truck and try on firefighter gear. www.hallofflame.org • Explore the underwater world at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium, perfectly designed for kids. www.visitsealife.com/Arizona 866-914-0685 •

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Want to find your inner artist? • Get inspired at the ASU Art Museum, a free contemporary art museum. http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu • See a stellar Broadway show at ASU Gammage, a historic hall designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. www.asugammage.com • Listen to live music at many of the taverns and restaurants in the Mill Avenue District and Tempe Marketplace. Tempe Marketplace hosts live music outside every Friday and Saturday night. www.millavenue.com and www.tempemarketplace.com • See a theatre, jazz or dance performance or view a free exhibition at the Gallery at the Tempe Center for the Arts. www.tempe.gov/tca • Visit “Air Apparent,” a new Skyspace designed by James Turrell on the ASU Tempe Campus at Rural and Terrace Roads. skyspace.asu.edu

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• Find bargains galore at Arizona Mills, featuring a mile of outlet stores, retail stores, and entertainment venues all under one roof. www.arizonamills.com • Buy a few gifts, including something for yourself, at Tempe Marketplace, with 1.3 million square feet of national retailers, boutiques and restaurants. www.tempemarketplace.com • Find unique, eclectic gifts or grab Arizona State University gear in the Mill Avenue District. www.millavenue.com • Shop for everything for your home at IKEA, a 342,000 square foot destination. www.ikea-usa.com/tempe

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SPORTS FACILITIES F Tempe Sports

Complex G Sun Devil Stadium H Tempe Diablo Stadium I Wells Fargo Arena 866-914-0685 â€˘

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570 190 190 190 100 100 90 — 200 200 150

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Recently transformed to DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Tempe after a $3 million renovation of guest rooms, lobby and restaurant. Complimentary airport shuttle, guest room wireless Internet, fitness center and business center. Centrally located, with 30,000 square feet of meeting and catering space. 2 ; f 0 WiFi

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Entrance Redrock

Board Room

800 300 250 250 120 120 110 — 400 400 230

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Kachina Lounge Milagros Restaurant

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480 160 160 160 75 75 70 — — — —

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Coronado

Reception

750 250 250 250 120 120 110 — — — —

AAA & Forbes Star rating

Classroom

7,284 2,620 2,334 2,330 1,176 1,218 1,088 561 4,597 4,500 2,530

Rack rate

Theatre

127’x59’x25’ 59’x47’x25 59’x40’x25’ 59’x40’x25’ 42’x28’x15’ 42’x29’x15’ 34’x32’x15’ 33’x17’x15’ — 150’x30’x10’ 115’x22’x10’

Miles from Airport

Square footage

CONFERENCE CENTER Fiesta Ballroom Fiesta Ballroom I Fiesta Ballroom II Fiesta Ballroom III Coronado Tempe Redrock Boardroom Lobby Outdoor Promenade Sunrise Patio

On-site A/V

Dimensions (room length, width and ceiling height)

2100 S. Priest Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282 Phone: (480) 967-1441 Toll Free: (800) 528-6481 phoenixtempe.doubletree.com

Guestrooms

DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Tempe

Fiesta Ballroom III

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Lobby

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Conference Hotels

550 250 250 125 25

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450 215 250 115 25

Miles from Airport

Reception

4,000 2,000 2,400 1,200 380

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Classroom

83’x48’x15’ 41’x48’x15’ 42’x28’x10’ 14’x26’x8’

Guestrooms

Theatre

Grand Ballroom Grand A or Grand B Junior Ballroom Junior A or Junior B 10 Executive Boardrooms

Square footage

4400 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, AZ 85282 Phone: (480) 897-7444 Toll Free: (800) 362-2779 embassysuitestempe.com

Dimensions (room length, width and ceiling height)

Embassy Suites Phoenix-Tempe

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Reception

9,000 1,125 2,250 663 8,700 1,350 675 468 864 2,000 10,000 5,000

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Classroom

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Kachina Ballroom Section 1, 2, 5, or 6 Section 3 or 4 Papago Hopi Apache & Navajo Apache, Navajo, Pueblo, or Pima Executive Boardroom Amphitheater (fixed seating) Executive Suite Presidential Suite La Hacienda (outdoor area) Pool Deck

Square footage

2000 Westcourt Way, Tempe, AZ 85282 Phone: (602) 225-9000 Toll Free: (888) 867-7492 marriott.com/phxtm

Dimensions (room length, width and ceiling height)

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; ADA Rooms f Restaurant Catering 0 Airport Shuttle WiFi Wireless Internet Access Beautiful resort with superior amenities/ FOYER accommodations. Amazing views from atop Top of Rock restaurant and only three miles KACHINA BALLROOM from airport. 40,000 four Section flexible space, Section 1 spas, two pools, 5Narande Sectionspa. Section 4 3 4 ; 5f WiFi Section 6

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Great Team Hotel

• The Only Full Service All Suite Property in Tempe • Complimentary Airport Transportation • Complimentary Cooked-to-Order Breakfast Daily • Complimentary Reception each Evening • 2.5 miles from Arizona State University • Plenty of Free On-Site Bus Parking • Convenient location just off of Interstate 60 within

minutes to all Tempe, Phoenix and Mesa offer.

• Close to all Major Sports Venues including Tempe Sports

Complex, Polar Ice, Karsten Golf and Big League Dreams Ballparks

(800) EMBASSY • (480) 897-7444 www.embassysuitestempe.com 4400 South Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona 85282

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Rack rate

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Miles from Airport

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69’x50’ 23’x50’ 38’x47’ 30’x52’ 34’x26’ 21’x17’ 20’x13’

Guestrooms

Theatre

Grand Ballroom Canyon, Valley, or Desert Arizona Sky Harbor Rio Salado or University Boardroom Conference Room

Square footage

1600 S. 52nd St., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 967-6600 Toll Free: (800) 325-3535 sheratonphoenixairport.com

Dimensions (room length, width and ceiling height)

Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel

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THE BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE. Celebrate those big victories in one of our 173 suites. To reserve your room, call 800.MARRIOTT or visit residenceinn.com. Residence Inn® by Marriott Tempe Downtown/University 510 South Forest Avenue Tempe, AZ 85281 T: (480) 967-2300 residenceinndowntowntempe.com

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Accommodations

Conference Hotels

303

Yes

99349

KEY

; ADA Rooms f Restaurant Catering

0 Airport Shuttle

WiFi Wireless Internet Access

Upscale hotel located in the heart PALM ROOM of the Mill Avenue District. 303 newly Palm Palm Palm renovated guestrooms and suites. Beautiful A B C Abbey courtyard, rooftop pool and conference Palm Palm Palm Mission space. Walk to more Cloister than 70 shops,D E F Grille restaurants and entertainment venues. Just Break Augustine minutes to the airport. Station Xavier Colonnade Break 10 ; 2f Capistrano 0 WiFi Station Dolores 1st Floor Ironstone Cavetto M E E TIN G S PAC E Joshua Jokake Campanile Abbey Patio

720 100 90 70 70 60 40 40 50 50 40 14 240 70 140 70

AAA & Forbes Star rating

800 130 120 85 85 70 50 50 60 60 50 250 90 150 90

Rack rate

600 90 80 50 50 45 28 28 30 30 28 170 60 90 60

Miles from Airport

Banquet

900 150 125 80 80 60 45 45 50 50 45 250 80 150 90

On-site A/V

Reception

9,384 1,683 1,326 1,100 1,040 800 624 625 700 675 648 648 3,620 1,128 2,490 1,080

Guestrooms

Classroom

102’x92’x12’ 51’x33’x12’ 51’x26’x12’ 40’x27’x12’ 40’x26’x11’ 40’x20’x11’ 26’x24’x11’ 25’x25’x11’ 28’x25’x11 27’x25’x11’ 27’x24’x8’ 27’x24’x8’ 77’x47’x10’ 47’x24’x10’ 47’x53’x10’ 40’x27’x11’

PALM ROOM Abbey Patio

Theatre

Palm Ballroom Palm A, Palm C, Palm D, or Palm F Palm B or Palm E Cloister Xavier Dolores Colonnade, Cavetto, or Campanile Augustine Capistrano or Ironstone Jokake Sand Lotus or Wind Flower Boardroom Abbey Abbey North Abbey South Joshua Tree

Square footage

60 E. Fifth St., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 894-1400 Toll Free: (800) 547-8705 missionpalms.com

Dimensions (room length, width and ceiling height)

Tempe Mission Palms Hotel

Abbey Mission Grille

Palm B

Palm C

Palm D

Palm E

Palm F

Cloister

Colonnade

Ironstone Cavetto Jokake Campanile Harry’s Place Gift Shop

2nd Floor

Break Station

1st Floor

Xavier Dolores Joshua Tree

Lobby

Office

Fitness Center

Tennis Court Board Sand Wind Room Lotus Flower

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Harry’s Place

2nd Floor Break Station

Augustine Capistrano

Palm A

Gift Shop

Tree

Lobby

Office

Fitness Center

Tennis Court Board Sand Wind Room Lotus Flower

EXCEEDING YOUR MEETING NEEDS EVERY TIME The next time you consider a meeting in the Phoenix area, give us a call and we will help you create an unforgettable event. With our convenient location, full resort amenities, versatile 40,000 sq. ft. meeting facilities and first-class service, Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes is the perfect place for any event – business or social. Our professional staff will plan everything for you, down to the last detail and deliver impressive results. We offer up-to-date audiovisual technology and superb catering capabilities to complement our hallmark Marriott service. All of this, plus earn up to 50,000 Marriott Rewards® points for qualifying events.

IT’S THE MARRIOTT WAY.SM Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes 2000 Westcourt Way, Tempe, Arizona 85282 Call 602-431-2391, visit Marriott.com/phxtm or email sales@buttesmarriott.com for more info.

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Residence Inn Tempe Downtown 510 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, AZ85281 Phone: (480) 967-2300 Toll Free: (888) 236-2427 Marriott.com/phxtd Chesire Room Carroll Room Lewis Room Lewis Carroll Room Bandersnatch Boardroom Twin Palms Hotel 225 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 967-9431 Toll Free: (800) 367-0835 twinpalmshotel.com Copper Turquoise

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1,300 650

986 1235 975 2,210 504

50.8’x24.6’ 26.9’x19.5’

1,000 500

80 30

100 100 90 200 -

100 50

60 36 18

60 25

42 54 42 96 -

65 35

175 70 200 100 75 60

80 40 24

60 25

100 100 90 200 -

75 25

Banquet

Reception

Classroom

Theatre 100 50 25

93 45 110 55 48 21

24 40 -

AAA & Forbes Star rating

30’x44’ 22’x30’x10’

1,586 806 390

150 75 177 88 100 50

18 35 12

Rack rate

Red Lion Inn & Suites Phoenix/ Tempe 1429 N. Scottsdale Rd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 675-9799 Toll Free: (800) 426-7866 redlion.com/tempe AZ Hospitality Room Canyon Room or Camelback Room

26’x62’x9’ 26’x31’x9’ 26’x15’x9’

1,350 675 1,595 797.5 980 490

25 60 -

Miles from Airport

Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport 1413 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 804-9544 Toll Free: (888) 492-8847 hyattplacetempephoenixairport.com Full Ballroom Meeting Place 1 Meeting Place 2 or 3

25’x54’x9’ 25’x27’x9’ 29’x55’x9’ 29’x27.5’x9’ 26’x37’x10’ 26’x18’x10’

565 800 370

On-site A/V

Four Points by Sheraton Tempe 1333 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 968-3451 Toll Free: (800) 368-7764 fourpointstempe.com West Ballroom Kofa or Cibola East Ballroom Jerome or Ruby Tempe Ballroom Tempe North or Tempe South

23’x20’x8’ 33’x24’x8’ 27’x13’x8’

Guestrooms

Courtyard by Marriott- Tempe Downtown 601 S. Ash Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 966-2800 Toll Free: (800) 321-2211 courtyard.com/phxte Room A Room B Room C

Square footage

1,500+ sq. ft. of meeting space Dimensions (room length, width and ceiling height)

Accommodations

160

Yes

89229

3 3

The Tempe Downtown Courtyard surrounds travelers with all the conveniences that make travel fun. We are walking distance from ASU as well as the Mill Avenue District and 43 restaurants. 6 ; f 0 WiFi

187

Yes

129229

3 3

Walking distance to ASU campus and one mile from Mill Ave. Complimentary amenities include: airport shuttle, highspeed Internet access and local shuttle within 5 miles. Our full-service restaurant serves breakfast and dinner daily. Cocktails and beer are available in our lounge or poolside. Flexible meeting space is also available. AAA/CAA. 3 ; f 0 WiFi

123

Yes

79209

Spacious guestrooms with 42” HD TVs, and complimentary high-speed Internet. The warm, open Gallery features an intimate coffee, beer, spirits and wine café with 24-hour food service. 7; f 0

118

Yes

89189

Just one mile from ASU, the Red Lion Inn & Suites Phoenix/ Tempe – ASU has 60 standard rooms and 58 guest suites all with microwave & refrigerator, complimentary wireless high – speed internet, a hot breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, putting green and fitness room. Complimentary shuttle within 5 mile radius of property, includes Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, ASU, Mill Avenue, Tempe Market Place, Cactus League Spring Training Cubs, Oakland A’s, San Francisco Giants & more. AAA/CAA. 8 ; 0 WiFi

173

Yes

139259

140

Yes

79179

24 40 -

112 48 128 64 60 32

80 40 24

60 25

; ADA Rooms f Restaurant Catering

0 Airport Shuttle

WiFi Wireless Internet Access

Spacious suites with full kitchens and separate living, working and sleeping areas. At Residence Inn, we’ll make sure you thrive during your stay. 8 ; 0 WiFi

70 80 70 160 -

75 25

KEY

3 3

Cozy boutique hotel near Tempe’s shopping, dining and entertainment. Complimentary 24hour transportation and restaurant. Rooms offer all the amenities of home including microwave, refrigerator and snuggly bath robes. Catch a Broadway show at ASU Gammage. Walk to Sun Devil football, across from ASU. 5 ; f 0 WiFi

22’x27’x15’

526

594

Yes

109229

Aloha! Celebrate “Style at a Steal”, LEED® Certified aloft Tempe is a hotel of new heights in the hip new Tempe Town Lake Development. 8 ; f WiFi

100

49129

2 2

Quiet and comfortable for value-minded business or leisure travel. Three miles from ASU and the airport. Complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle and full hot breakfast buffet. Refrigerators, microwaves and business center. 2 ; 0 WiFi

3742

N/A Highly-rated, 80 full hookup sites, heated pool/Jacuzzi, etc. Pull-thrus and dump station. Pets allowed - restrictions apply. Good Sam and AAA/CAA discounts. Free WiFi Recently renovated. Free executive continental breakfast, USA Today, heated pool, free WiFi, HBO, in-room coffee, irons and boards, hair dryers, nightlights and data ports. One mile to ASU. “Expect our personal best.” 3 ; WiFi

ASU Motel 6 1915 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 736-1700 Toll Free: (800) 272-6232 motel6tempe.com

5999

Best Western Inn of Tempe at ASU 670 N. Scottsdale Rd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 784-2233 Toll Free: (800) 784-2811 bestwestern.com/innoftempe Karsten Room Kush Room or Packard Room Udall Room Outdoor Patio

103

Yes

69139

414 506 506 -

30 45 50 -

20 28 20 -

; ADA Rooms f Restaurant Catering 0 Airport Shuttle WiFi Wireless Internet Access

Apache Palms RV Park 1836 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 966-7399 apachepalmsrvpark.com

23’x18’x9’ 23’x22’x9’ 23’x22’x9’ 40’x12’

AAA & Forbes Star rating

136

Rack rate

Banquet

Reception

Classroom

Theatre 50

Miles from Airport

On-site A/V

Airport Quality Inn Tempe 1550 S. 52nd St., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 967-3000 Toll Free: (800) 4CHOICE qualityinn.com/hotel/AZ072 Meeting Room

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aloft Tempe 951 E. Playa Del Norte Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 621-3300 Toll Free: (877) GO-ALOFT alofthotels.com/tempe Meeting Room

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Ideally located on Tempe Town Lake, just a half mile from ASU and Downtown Tempe. Complimentary hot breakfast and WiFi, 4 whirlpools and an indoor lap pool, fitness center, all interior corridors. Free 24-hr. airport shuttle, just a quick 10 minute ride. Shuttle also available within 3 mile radius for nominal fee. Meeting rooms available. 4 ; f 0 WiFi

Papago Park ASU Gammage

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Newly renovated, suite hotel fully equipped kitchens, studio and one bedroom suites. Across from Arizona Mills. 7 ; WiFi

Comfort Suites Airport Tempe 1625 S. 52nd St., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 446-9500 Toll Free: (800) 4CHOICE comfortsuites.com/hotel-tempe-arizona-az020 Phoenix Breakfast Room Arizona

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Heated pool and spa, in-room coffeemaker, hair dryer, microwave, refrigerator and many extras. Free deluxe continental breakfast and free wireless high-speed Internet access. 4 ; 0 WiFi

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Centrally located, comfortable and affordable. Many extras including free airport and local transportation, continental “plus” breakfast, local calls, heated pool and spa, high-speed Internet. Next to ASU. 5 ; 0 f WiFi (lobby only).

Days Inn- Tempe ASU 1221 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 968-7933 • daysinn.com/hotel/00405

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Fifteen minutes from Sky Harbor Airport. Two blocks to ASU. Large heated pool, free continental breakfast, local calls and wireless Internet access. Near shopping and entertainment. Call hotel regarding accessible rooms.. 5 ; 0 WiFi

Hawthorn Suites Tempe 2301 E. Southern Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282 Phone: (480) 633-2744 Toll Free: (800) 527-1133 hawthorn.com/hotels/tempe/hotel-overview

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All-suite hotel with fully equipped kitchens (microwave, stove, toaster, mini fridge and dishwasher) as well as separate living and sleeping areas (no door in between). Designed for extended stays. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Free high-speed Internet and business center. AAA/CAA. 5 ; WiFi

Country Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport/Tempe 808 N. Scottsdale Rd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 858-9898 Toll Free: (800) 456-4000 countryinns.com/airporttempe Meeting Room

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Candlewood Suites Tempe 1335 W. Baseline Rd., Tempe, AZ 85283 Phone: (480) 777-0440 Toll Free: (800) 972-3574 candlewoodsuites.com/phoenixtempe

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Welcome to the newly renovated Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix Tempe-University located within two minutes of ASU. The hotel is conveniently located to several other attractions: Tempe Marketplace, Desert Botanical Garden and several spring training facilities. The Mill Avenue District is less than a mile away. Free hot breakfast buffet, heated pool/whirlpool and fitness center. Business travelers have free copy and fax services, wireless high-speed Internet and local phone calls. AAA/CAA. 4 ; WiFi 0

Holiday Inn Express at Arizona Mills Tempe 1520 W. Baseline Rd., Tempe, AZ 85283 Phone: (480) 831-9800 Toll Free: (800) HOLIDAY hiexpress.com/tempeaz Arizona Mills Room Arizona Room Mills Room

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Large all studio suite rooms located adjacent to Arizona Mills. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, heated outdoor pool, indoor fitness center, business center, 42” plasma TVs. Free WiFi. 7 ; WiFi

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Recently renovated with contemporary furnishings, plush new beds and cushy sleeper sofas. Suites offer a mini fridge, microwave and coffeemaker or join us for a complimentary full hot breakfast buffet. Our “outdoor living room” includes a beautiful pool, sauna, refreshing fountains and fireside seating. 5 ; 0

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Our newly renovated TownePlace Suites offer spacious residential suites – 25% larger than a typical hotel room. Our suites offer a fully equipped kitchen, luxurious bedding and cushy sleeper sofas. Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet. Our “outdoor living room” includes a beautiful pool, sauna, refreshing fountains and fireside seating. 4 ; 0 WiFi

Marriott SpringHill Suites at Arizona Mills Mall 5211 S. Priest Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283 Phone: (480) 752-7979 Toll Free: (888) 287-9400 marriott.com/phxps Meeting Room Marriott TownePlace Suites 5223 S. Priest Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283 Phone: (480) 345-7889 Toll Free: (800) 257-3000 marriott.com/phxtt

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix Tempe University 1031 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 966-7202 hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/tempe/ phxte/hoteldetail

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Tempe Beach Park Mill Avenue District

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Residence Inn Tempe 5075 S. Priest Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282 Phone: (480) 756-2122 Toll Free: (800) 331-3131 temperesidenceinn.com Adobe Conference Room

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Extended stay, all-suite hotel featuring fully equipped kitchens, king studio or two bedrooms. Fireplace suites available. Complimentary breakfast, social hour, USA Today, Wireless Internet. 7 ; WiFi

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Spacious studio suites with mini-fridge and microwave. Complimentary breakfast buffet, high-speed Internet and airport shuttle. Two miles from the airport and ASU. One mile from the Mill Avenue District. Meeting space is available. 5 ; 0 WiFi

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Only one block from ASU. Minutes from Sky Harbor Airport, downtown Tempe, downtown Scottsdale, and various dining, shopping and entertainment options. Large heated pool and spa. In-room refrigerator , microwave, coffee maker and hair dryer. Pets allowed ($10 fee per night, dogs 35lbs. or less only). Complimentary continental breakfast. Free wireless Internet access. 3 ; WiFi

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Phoenix/Tempe-Airport 1601 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 968-8222 Toll Free: (888) 287-9400 marriott.com/phxsl Boardroom Camelback Meeting Room (Can be divided into 2 rooms) Super 8 Tempe/ASU 1020 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 967-8891 Toll Free: (800) 800-8000 super8tempe.com

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All-suite hotel centrally located near downtown Tempe and ASU and miles from downtown Scottsdale with shopping and dining nearby. Complimentary continental breakfast, Internet, in-room coffee and tea. Laundry facilities, swimming pool, fitness center and business center. 3 ; 0 WiFi

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Quality Suites Tempe 1635 N. Scottsdale Rd., Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: (480) 947-3711 Toll Free: (800) 678-8466 Qualityinn.com/hotel-tempe-arizona-az097

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Unique Meeting Venues Meetings in hotel conference rooms are definitely productive, but it’s also good to mix things up a bit for greater creativity. In Tempe, attendees can attend a dinner or cocktail reception at the Arizona Historical Society Museum and learn about Arizona’s colorful history. The Tempe Center for the Arts is an inspiring venue with views of Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park. You could spark team spirit with a fun game at Stratum Laser Tag, sharpen your golf skills and then have a great meal at ASU Karsten Golf Course or explore the underwater world at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium. Our expert team can help you find the perfect fit for your meeting. Harry’s Place at Tempe Mission Palms

Arizona Historical Society Museum at Papago Park

1300 N. College Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 929-9499 • arizonahistoricalsociety.org Contemporary history introduces visitors to the dramatic development of the Valley. Interactive exhibits, guided tours and research library. The Museum’s facilities are available for rental for events such as receptions, auditorium presentations, trade shows and meetings. This museum can host 500+ on-site for receptions, 400 for a seated dinner in the courtyard, 180 for a dinner in the lobby, 272 in a theater-style auditorium setting, and up to 50 in the largest meeting room.

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Arizona Mills

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Arizona Mills

5000 S. Arizona Mills Cir., Tempe, AZ 85282 (480) 491-9700 • arizonamills.com Arizona’s largest attraction, Arizona Mills, features a mile of outlet stores, retail stores, and entertainment venues all under one roof. Every day you can take advantage of savings up to 70% off at designer and name brand stores such as Neiman Marcus Last Call, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, NIKEFactory Store, Aeropostale, Justice, Nine West, Conn’s and many more! And while you’re shopping, check out the largest IMAX theater in Arizona and the only SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium and GameWorks you can find in the state.

ASU Gammage

1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, AZ 85287 (480) 965-3434 • asugammage.com ASU Gammage is among the largest university-based presenters of performing arts in the world. It is the home theater of the Desert Schools Broadway Across America - Arizona and the Beyond series. This historic 3,000 seat hall was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and is embarking on its 50th anniversary celebration in 2014. 866-914-0685 •

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ASU Karsten Golf Course

1125 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 921-8070 • asukarsten.com Rated 4½ STARS by Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play,” this par 70, Pete Dye Scottish links design boasts exceptional playing conditions year-round. The Sun Angel Clubhouse is home to the award-winning Trophy Room restaurant. Specializing in group outings and events. Banquet facilities available for groups from 20 - 200. Must use in-house catering.

ASU Memorial Union

1290 S. Normal Ave., Tempe, AZ 85287-0901 (480) 965-3406 • asu.edu/mu The Memorial Union (MU) serves as the primary meeting center on the campus of Arizona State University. The MU is an ideal setting for meetings, conferences or special events for groups of 10 to 575.

ASU Old Main

400 E. Tyler Mall, Tempe, AZ 85287-3702 (480) 965-4631 • thevenueatoldmain.com Old Main, Arizona State University’s oldest building, currently houses the ASU Alumni Association. It is an ideal site for an event. It offers rooms and outdoor areas with turn of the century architectural interest and considerable character for groups of 6 to 500.

Casino Arizona

524 N. 92nd St., Scottsdale, AZ 85256 (877) 724-4687 • (480) 850-7777 • casinoarizona.com Casino Arizona offers the hottest gaming action around Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ, thanks to more than 900 ticket-pay multi-denominational slot machines, high-limit slots, live Blackjack and other table games and live fast-action Keno. Additionally, Starz Sports Bar offers video poker slots and numerous televisions for viewing sporting events. Casino Arizona is also home to one of the Southwest’s largest collections of contemporary Native American Art. This location at the 101 & McKellips can accommodate group events for up to 200.

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Fort McDowell Adven

1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 (480) 481-8188 • (480) 941-1225 • dbg.org Living museum featuring 50,000 desert plants from around the world. Beautiful indoor and outdoor meeting/event space is available to accommodate 500+. Contact the Corporate Event and Group Sales Manager (480-481-8104) or Social Event Sales Coordinator (480-481-8159) for more details.

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Fort McDowell Adventures

14803 N. Hiawatha Hood Rd., Fort McDowell, AZ 85264 (480) 816-6465 • fortmcdowelladventures.com You may have seen us on TV’s The Amazing Race! Acres of pristine Arizonan foothills play host to an authentic Western adventure with something for everybody. Mere minutes from sunny Tempe, Fort McDowell Adventures is the premier outdoor activity and event venue featuring four unique venues for weddings, corporate events, parties and celebrations for families and groups from 10 to 2,000. Enjoy Jeep tours, Segway tours, a “City Slicker Cattle Drive”, cowboy cookouts, the Tequila Bus, “da Rum Bus”, trail rides, Verde River kayaking, the Yavapai Experience cultural tour and more.

Hackett House

95 W. Fourth St., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 350-8181 • hacketthouse.org Tempe historical landmark specializing in one-of-a-kind treasures, afternoon teas, cooking classes and Chocolate Happy Hour. Available for hosting your future event in a charming Victorian outdoor setting. Outdoor space holds 120 people and indoor facility holds 50 people. Benefits Tempe Sister Cities programs.

Hatton Hall

34 E. 7th St., Bldg. B, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 858-2300 • tempecommunitycouncil.org/hatton-hall Historic building in the Mill Avenue District available for use by public government entities, private non-profit groups, philanthropic groups and for rent by private residents of Tempe. It was named in honor of Patricia A. Hatton. Indoor space accommodates 50 people and outdoor space accommodates 50 people.

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Heidi’s Events & Catering

2095 W. 15th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 491-5254 • heidisevents.com Heidi’s Events and Catering is proud to celebrate twenty years of “making the good times easy” catering for the Valley since 1992. We are primarily an off-premise catering and fullservice rental company. We have a nice Tempe location to host cocktail-style events for up to 150 guests or seated events for up to 100 guests. Our Community room offers a more intimate setting for smaller groups. HEC offers seasonal menus with local ingredients. So whether you are hosting a wedding reception, a birthday party or a corporate event, we can create the perfect menu for the occasion. Plated dinners, buffets, grazing stations, family style or light hors d’oeuvres, American bistro style food with an emphasis of the Southwest and a hint of Italy! Fresh, flavorful, and fun!

Kiwanis Recreation Center

6111 S. All American Way, Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 350-5201 • tempe.gov/kiwanis With an indoor heated wave pool and water slide, tennis center, gymnasium, batting range, outdoor lighted sand volleyball courts and classrooms, KRC is a perfect destination for birthday parties, corporate picnics, family reunions and just plain fun. 866-914-0685 •

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Main Event Entertainment

8545 S. Emerald Dr., Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 753-1200 • mainevent.com Main Event Entertainment is an expanding, Dallas-based company that was founded in 1998 and currently operates high volume family entertainment centers throughout Texas and most recently Tempe, Arizona! Our 58,000 sq. ft. center is home to 26 high quality recreational bowling lanes, laser tag, a gravity high ropes course, billiards and shuffleboard tables, a unique selection of over 125 interactive games and a tempting array of quality food and beverage. We also have flexible meeting and event spaces with VIP accommodations for corporate meetings or group gatherings as well as complimentary WiFi.

Phoenix Zoo

455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 (602) 273-1341 • phoenixzoo.org Founded in 1962, the Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest privately-owned, non-profit zoos in the country. Home to more than 1,100 animals including 200 endangered or threatened birds, mammals and reptiles, the Zoo always entertains and delights. The Zoo features meeting and banquet facilities with professional catering and meeting planning. Indoor and outdoor facilities can accommodate 10 - 10,000 for private events.

Rustler’s Rooste Phoenix Zoo

Rustler’s Rooste

8383 S. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 431-6474 • rustlersrooste.com Mountain-top rustic Western setting features live music nightly, indoor waterfall, famous tin slide and rattlesnake appetizer. Indoor and outdoor facilities available for groups up to 1,500. Contact banquet sales at (602) 431-6407.

Salt River Fields

7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85256 (480) 270-5000 • saltriverfields.com Salt River Fields at Talking Stick is the Valley’s newest and most versatile venue. Located on 140 acres on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community in the heart of metro Phoenix, it offers easy access from the Pima 101 Freeway. Its 13 baseball fields, shaded stadium, picturesque party decks and multiple parking lots are all available for rental. Open 12 months a year, Salt River Fields is the Valley’s most creative destination for events of all sizes, from social gatherings to convention and business meetings, sporting events, art and cultural festivals, or car shows.

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SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium

5000 Arizona Mills Cir., Ste. 145, Tempe, AZ 85282 (480) 478-7600 • visitsealife.com/Arizona Over 5,000 sea creatures and 30 amazing displays make SEA LIFE Arizona the perfect place for corporate outings, group activities and special events. Bring your group on a scavenger hunt through the aquarium, hold a business meeting for up to 30 people, or enjoy an exclusive private event for up to 250 guests. The aquarium is the perfect indoor venue for your next function!

Stratum Laser Tag

1455 S. Stapley Dr., Mesa, AZ 85204 (480) 545-5500 • stratumhq.com Stratum Laser Tag is the World’s Largest Laser Tag Arena including an 18,000 sq. ft. indoor facility featuring a giant labyrinth with 90 towers, bridges and ramps, 15 different levels and heights up to 20 feet with an intense sound system, light show and interactive targets! Stratum can equip up to 60 players at a time in the most state-ofthe-art equipment. Stratum features an arcade and redemption area, observation deck, dining area and six private rooms. The facility is perfect for adults or children searching for a high-tech, active and adventurous experience through individual play, family outings, birthday parties, group outings, team-building events and company meetings. Conveniently located 15 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

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Tempe Center for the Arts

700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 350-2814 • tempe.gov/tca Tempe Center for the Arts is a state-of-the art facility providing visual and performing arts experiences to the community. Tempe Center for the Arts presents engaging spaces with breathtaking views of Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park. Available spaces include the entire facility, the 600-seat theater, the 200-seat studio and the 201 Lounge.

Tempe Diablo Stadium

2200 W. Alameda Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282 (480) 350-5265 • tempe.gov/diablo Home of Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Spring Training. Unique venue for group functions. Tempe Diablo Stadium seats 9,000+. Expanded Concourse Area is available for trade shows and conferences. The Multi-Purpose Overlook Room is available for groups of 75.

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Tempe Marketplace

2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 966-9338 • tempemarketplace.com Discover over 100 retail, dining and entertainment offerings including Target, Gap, Bath & Body Works, The Keg Steakhouse & Bar, Harkins Theatres, Dave & Buster’s and so much more. Enjoy unique water features, outdoor fireplaces, bright lights and live music as you stroll through the District. Conveniently located in Tempe on Loop 101 & 202, Tempe Marketplace is just minutes from the surrounding communities of Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert.

Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park

80 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 350-5200 • tempe.gov/recreation Tempe Town Lake, located adjacent to the Mill Avenue District, provides a two-mile recreational haven for kayaking, sailing, rowing, jogging, skating or picnicking. The heart of Tempe Town Lake is historic Tempe Beach Park. The park provides five miles of pathways and ample room for festivals or events, such as Ironman Arizona, various charity walks, Oktoberfest and the July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival.

Tempe Transportation Center

200 E. 5th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 350-4311 • tempe.gov/tim The Don Cassano Community Room is located on the second floor of the Tempe Transportation Center in downtown Tempe. The community room is about 2,000 square feet in total and can be divided into two smaller rooms. There are 20 rectangular tables and 45 chairs in a standard setup of a board room formation on the north side and a commission “u” formation on the south. The room has 100 additional stacking chairs which can be utilized upon request. The north and south walls of the room are glass and can open connecting the users to the desert and the city. There is a state of the art audio visual system for presentations.

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Group Dining & Catering Experiencing the food in a destination is half of the fun! In Tempe, you can have dinner at Monti’s La Casa Vieja, a historic steakhouse, enjoy the warm Arizona weather and gourmet cuisine at House of Tricks or get a taste of the Wild West and see incredible views of the city at Rustler’s Rooste. Meeting planners might also want to host a dinea-round event in the downtown Mill Avenue District or Tempe Marketplace, or enjoy a catered meal on a boat on Tempe Town Lake. The possibilities are endless…ask the Tempe Tourism Office team for even more suggestions.

CATERING

Hackett House

ASU / Old Main Catering - Aramark

400 E. Tyler Mall, Tempe, AZ 85287 (480) 965-6508 • ASUCatering.com We are a full-service catering company offering exceptional cuisine for any occasion. Our commitment to excellence, friendly staff and attention to detail makes every event a success.

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Heidi’s Events & Catering

2095 W. 15th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 491-5254 • heidisevents.com Heidi’s Events and Catering is proud to celebrate twenty years of “making the good times easy” catering for the Valley since 1992. We are primarily an off-premise catering and full-service rental company. We have a nice Tempe location to host cocktail style-events for up to 150 guests or seated events for up to one hundred guests. Our Community room offers a more intimate setting for smaller groups. HEC offers seasonal menus with local ingredients. So whether you are hosting a wedding reception, a birthday party, or a corporate event, we can create the perfect menu for the occasion. Plated dinners, buffets, grazing stations, family style or light hors d’oeuvres, American bistro style food with an emphasis of the Southwest and a hint of Italy! Fresh, flavorful, and fun!

Special Moments Catering & Events

7425 S. Harl Ave., Ste. 2, Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 730-1114 • specialmomentsaz.com Special Moments is a full-service catering company with a dedicated focus on serving the individual styles and tastes of our clientele. From brides seeking the perfect wedding food to the corporate consumer hoping to impress their patrons, we take the time to concentrate on the specific details of our customers. We can accommodate all budget ranges from drop off catering to plated meals with a complete service staff. Our menus include everything from freshly made soups and salads to boxed meals, from straight-from-the-grill BBQs to slow roasted prime ribs. Additionally, if you are looking for a space to host a small event, our cafe is available for rent on mornings, evenings and any time on the weekends. We can accommodate up to 50 people in this unique space. At Special Moments, we are here to find customized solutions to your catering needs that create exceptional culinary experiences for your guests.

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GROUP DINING Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar

501 S. Mill Ave., Ste. B-101, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 557-5595 • thebigbangbar.com High-energy dueling piano bar featuring hilarious and talented entertainers playing your song requests every night. It’s a sing-along, laugh-along, drink-along kinda party! Our party planners can work with groups to create unique events. Group capacity: 286.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

905 N. 54th Street, Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 940-1900 • flemingssteakhouse.com Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Chandler is an ongoing celebration of exceptional food and wine, featuring the finest prime steak and 100 wines by the glass. Join us for a drink after work and sample our collection of 100 wines by the glass, including 30 selected especially for you by our own Wine Manager. Then enjoy an exceptional menu of steak and seafood, including chef-recommended selections such as the 22-oz. Bone-in Rib Eye and the Chilled Seafood Tower. Private dining rooms available: Monterey (seats 70), Napa (seats 24), Sonoma (seats 36), Patio (seats 32). Our proximity to Intel, Motorola and the Ahwatukee foothills makes us an outstanding choice for business dining and private entertaining in the Ahwatukee-Chandler area.

Four Peaks Brewing Company

1340 E. 8th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 303-9967 • fourpeaks.com Arizona’s largest brewery located in a turn of the century brick warehouse with award-winning food and hand-crafted ales. Capacity: 160.

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Gertrude’s

1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 (480) 719-8600 • gertrudesrestaurant.net Gertrude’s at the Desert Botanical Garden offers seasonal, ingredient driven menus that showcase local artisans and farmers. Indoor and patio dining, exhibition kitchen, chef’s table and bar. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday brunch. Garden admission not required. Reservations: opentable.com.

The Handlebar Tempe

680 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 474-4888 • handlebaraz.com A neighborhood bicycle-friendly, modern American beer garden with 48 beers including craft, draft, local and imported, fine local sausages and handcut fries! From laidback patio parties to full corporate buyouts – we’ve got the location, staff, service and menus to make your event a success! For groups from 12 to 275, please contact (480) 967-5244 or Events@forkanddagger.com

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House of Tricks Restaurant

114 E. 7th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 968-1114 • houseoftricks.com Nestled just steps from Mill Avenue, House of Tricks is hidden inside two turn of the century homes, behind a romantic vine-strewn courtyard. Eclectic new American menus and extensive wine list. Events become treasured memories at House of Tricks, a legendary “little out-of-the-way place” nestled amid trees and gardens near Tempe’s Mill Avenue. Private dining area or patios can accommodate 10-75 guests. Call (480) 921-8955 to book events.

La Bocca Pizzeria & Wine Bar

699 S. Mill Ave. #115, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 967-5244 • laboccapizzeria.com The sophisticated spot on historic Mill Avenue! Locally sourced foods, approachable wines, craft beers and full bar. Patio dining, extraordinary pizza and Mediterranean inspired fare. From laidback patio parties to full corporate buyouts – we’ve got the location, staff, service and menus to make your event a success! For groups from 15-150, please contact us: (480) 967-5244 or Events@ForkAndDagger.com.

Main Event Entertainment

8545 S. Emerald Dr., Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 753-1200 • mainevent.com Main Event Entertainment is an expanding, Dallas-based company that was founded in 1998 and currently operates high volume family entertainment centers throughout Texas and most recently Tempe, Arizona! Our 58,000 square foot center is home to 26 high quality recreational bowling lanes, laser tag, a gravity high ropes course, billiards and shuffleboard tables, a unique selection of over 125 interactive games and a tempting array of quality food and beverage. We also have flexible meeting and event spaces with VIP accommodations for corporate meetings or group gatherings as well as complimentary WiFi.

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Monti’s La Casa Vieja

100 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 967-7594 • montis.com Built in 1871 and family owned and operated for over 50 years, Monti’s offers gracious hospitality and great food at reasonable prices. Originally Tempe’s founding pioneer home, Monti’s has been carefully restored to reveal foot thick adobe walls, river rock in the floors and even a fountain in one of the many large dining rooms. Known for our steaks but even more known for our freshly baked Roman bread. Monti’s is just a few short steps from the METRO light rail stop in downtown Tempe. Private dining for groups up to 100. Catering available.

Nello’s

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1806 E. Southern Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282 (480) 897-2060 • nellostempe.com Award winning pizza since 1983...”In Crust We Trust.” Town’s biggest and best salads with house tomato-based Italian dressing. This family owned bistro has been charming neighborhood customers with indoor and patio seating, pizza, pasta, sandwiches, heaping salads and desserts for 27 years. A (free) private banquet room “Casa de Lucca,” is great for holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, off-site business meetings, birthdays and graduations. Monthly wine tastings tempt even the most sophisticated palates while daily happy hours keep em comin’ back for more. Voted “Best Pizza.”

Pier 54

5394 S. Lakeshore Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 820-0660 • pier54az.com Lakeside bar and restaurant. Outdoor venue nestled on the waterfront of the Lakes Community in Tempe. Live music on most Friday and Saturday nights. Casual, yet upscale atmosphere. Capacity: 120.

Rula Bula Irish Pub & Restaurant

401 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 929-9500 • rulabula.com Lively, fun old world pub and restaurant built in Ireland. Four-star cuisine, pub fare, and perfect pints of Guinness. Live music and courtyard patio bar. Seating for 150. Semi-private dining for 50.

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The Stockyards Restaurant & 1889 Saloon

5009 E. Washington St., Ste. 115, Phoenix, AZ 85034 (602) 273-7378 • stockyardsrestaurant.com Arizona’s original steakhouse! Known for its premium hand-cut aged steaks, prime ribs, wild game, fresh pork, poultry and seafood. For over 65 years the Stockyards has celebrated the colorful history and characters of Arizona’s cattle industry. Private dining rooms available. Excellent choice for groups. Capacity: 260.

Thirsty Lion Pub & Grill

2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. #1041, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 968-2920 • thirstylionpub.com Our mission is to revolutionize the gastropub business by combining the traditional values of European and American pubs, creating a gathering place where friends and family can come together to celebrate life, enjoy great food, craft beers, signature cocktails, wines, music and sports. Private and semi-private spaces are available for groups. The private area has a capacity of 80 and is expandable to include the outdoor area. Total capacity: 504 indoors and 120 outdoors.

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Meeting & Event Resources DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANIES/ MEETING & EVENT PLANNERS M.Y. Events, Inc.

2005 W. 14th St., Ste. 138, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 968-7559 • myevents.biz Full-service meeting planning, including food and beverage, audio-visual requirements, budget planning, on-site event management and off-property events. Specializing in site selection, contract negotiation and registration services including online systems and credit card processing. Experienced golf tournament meeting planners for non-profits and corporate clients.

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4071 W. Linda Ln., Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 940-8666 • eventsbysya.com

EVENT SERVICES Campus Flowers

1435 E. University Dr., Ste. 110, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 968-0389 • asucampusflowers.com Full-service florist with over 54 years experience serving ASU and Tempe for holidays, birthdays, events and parties of all kinds.

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Cookies From Home

1605 W. University #106, Tempe, AZ 85281 (800) 543-8133 • (480) 894-1944 • cookiesfromhome.com Cookies from Home offers delicious hand-crafted gifts for any occasion. With an assortment of freshly baked cookies, brownies, and gourmet chocolates to choose from, a Cookies from Home gift is always well received! Cookies from Home has been serving hand-crafted cookies and baked goods for over 30 years. Customized business gifts, available for printing with your company logo or design, provide a unique professional edge.

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Encore Creative

410 S. Madison Dr., Ste. 4, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 736-2800 • encorecreative.com

Event Team

3454 N. San Marcos Pl. Suite #11, Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 507-9140 • eventteaminc.com We are the number one preferred team building company in the valley. We organize events from fascinating cook-offs to memorable charity events.

Ray the DJ - Professional Mobile Disc Jockey

P.O. Box 26040, Tempe, AZ 85285 (480) 921-9665 • raythedj.com Multi award-winning company. Provides mobile disc jockeys for all occasions.

Themers

441 S. Robson Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210 (480) 497-3229 • themers.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO/AUDIO VISUAL SWANK Audio Visuals

(480) 905-9856 • swankav.com Since 1937, Swank Audio Visuals has been setting the standard for event technology services within the hotel, resort, meeting and conference center industries throughout the nation. As a leading audio visual provider in Tempe and Phoenix, Swank provides creativity, confidence and comfort while delivering flawless execution with a hospitality approach.

Tim Trumble Photography, Inc.

3842 W. Paradise Ln., Phoenix, AZ 85053 (602) 316-3699 • timtrumblephoto.com Tim Trumble Photography, Inc. specializes in a photojournalistic approach to event, convention, business and Southwest stock photography. International award winner Tim Trumble has photographed corporate events, festivals, NCAA Bowl games, the U.S. Presidential Debate and celebrities for clients nationally and regionally.

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PRINTING/PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS BC Graphics

210 W. Vaughn St., Tempe, AZ 85283 (800) 742-1902 • (480) 831-1544 • bcgraphics.com Offering creative promotional products, printing, design, and e-commerce solutions for small and large companies.

Prisma Graphic Corp.

2937 E. Broadway, Phoenix, AZ 85040 (800) 379-5777 • (602) 243-5777 • prismagraphic.com Prisma experts help clients manage their marketing through technology, creative, print and direct solutions that reduce costs, shorten speed to market and increase brand control.

Spartan Promotional Group

1830 E. Elliot Rd., Ste. 102, Tempe, AZ 85284 (800) 594-9339 • (480) 820-7676 • spartanaz.com Branded and imprinted promotional products and clothing for all types of businesses and organizations.

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SPORTS MARKETING SportsCastor Marketing, Inc.

362 E. Briarwood Ter., Phoenix, AZ 85016 (480) 460-4414 • sportscastor.com Spring Training advertising and sports marketing consulting. Sponsorship evaluation, negotiation, activation, sales, hospitality, entertainment and production.

TECHNOLOGY Sitewire

740 S. Mill Ave., Ste. 210, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 731-4884 • sitewire.com E-marketing consulting firm focused on strategic marketing, web application development, loyalty marketing and solution support and management.

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TEMPE/AREA INFORMATION Cuisine of Arizona

1956 E. Vaughn St., Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 227-8311 • cuisineofarizona.com Cuisine of ARIZONA is the premier culinary guide to fine restaurants in Arizona – the ultimate restaurant, recipe and winery resource for tourists and locals. With 3 sources: the Cuisine of ARIZONA Restaurant Guide, the www.cuisineofarizona.com website and the Cuisine of ARIZONA Facebook page, you can use your favorite medium to find great Arizona restaurants.

Downtown Tempe Community, Inc.

310 S. Mill Ave., Ste. A-201, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 355-6060 • millavenue.com The Downtown Tempe Community is the private, non-profit organization that manages the Mill Avenue District and is responsible for the vibrancy and excellence of the cultural, lifestyle and commerce experience in the District. DTC works in partnership with the City of Tempe to increase the value of downtown Tempe through enhanced management and promotional services on behalf of DTC members and other downtown stakeholders.

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Greater Phoenix Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce

3819 N. 3rd St., Ste. 24, Phoenix, AZ 85012 (480) 277-7861 • gpglcc.org Providing business referrals and tourism information for gay-owned and gay-friendly businesses. Weekly and monthly networking opportunities, special events and annual awards dinner.

Papago Salado Association, Inc.

P.O. Box 60874, Phoenix, AZ 85082 (480) 517-9306 • papagosalado.org Nonprofit group promotes, preserves and enhances the cultural, historical, natural and recreational attractions of the Valley’s Papago Park and Rio Salado region.

Tempe Chamber of Commerce

909 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 967-7891 • tempechamber.org The Tempe Chamber of Commerce works legislatively and with the business community to enhance the economic vitality of our membership and the business climate of Tempe. 866-914-0685 •

Transportation & Tours Is it easy to travel around Tempe? Most definitely. Our city is just four miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Many of Tempe’s hotels offer free airport transportation and some are connected to the airport via METRO light rail. The Tempe Tourism Office team can also help you find a charter to transport your group from your host hotel to a unique meeting venue for dinner or entertainment, such as a Broadway show at ASU Gammage or an event at the Desert Botanical Garden.

AIRLINES Southwest Airlines Tempe Town Lake

2702 Love Field Dr. HDQ 5BE, Dallas, TX 75235 (800) 435-9792 • (214) 792-4000 • southwest.com Southwest Airlines is ready when you are. For low fares and deals, go to southwest.com.

US Airways

111 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 (800) 428-4322 • usairways.com US Airways is one of the nation’s leading airlines offering thousands of daily flights to more than 200 cities around the world. You’ll find service throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and Latin and South America.

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AIRPORT Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

3400 E. Sky Harbor Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85034 (602) 273-3300 • phxskyharbor.com One of the top ten busiest airports in the U.S. Twenty airlines provide nearly 100 nonstop flights each day to domestic destinations and connecting service to anywhere in the world.

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AVIATION TOURS Desert Splash Adventures

15115 N. Airport Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85260 (877) 588-8819 • desertsplashadventures.com Desert Splash Adventures offers an aerial seaplane tour over the Apache Trail with a water landing on Roosevelt Lake.

RENTALS CHARTERS & TAXIS Enterprise Rent-A-Car & National Car Rental

1444 W. Auto Dr., Tempe, AZ 85284 (800) 829-1853, ex. 5012 • (480) 784-5995 • enterprise.com Over 100 Arizona locations; neighborhood rental branches serving many resorts. Daily, weekly and monthly rates. Economy car to minivans, 15 passenger and cargo vans. No surcharge for qualified drivers ages 21-24. Reference discount code: TMP123 pin: Tem.

Ollie the Trolley & Dunn Transportation

1322 N. McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 970-8130 • olliethetrolley.net Ollie the Trolley & Dunn Transportation are at your service when you need creative transportation for meetings, conventions and special occasions. The Elite Division of Ollie the Trolley, Dunn Transportation offers a unique level of service in executive transport. Our coaches are specifically designed to provide a comfortable, conversational experience to passengers. Extraordinary customer service is provided by our professional, uniformed and highly trained executive drivers. All coaches are state-of-the-art, impeccably clean and well-maintained.

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SuperShuttle - ExecuCar

4610 S. 35th St., Phoenix, AZ 85040 (800) 258-3826 • (602) 244-9000 • supershuttle.com SuperShuttle-ExecuCar offers convenient, reliable and affordable 24 hour service. Airport shuttle and around-town private sedan transfers from home, office or hotel. Specialty vehicles, charter rates and group arrangements available. AAA/CAA discount available with online discount code (refer to local AAA office for code).

Tour West America

4256 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85040 (800) 900-8687 • (480) 237-8888 • tourwestamerica.com At Tour West America, Inc. our entire team of professionals is dedicated to providing a travel experience that ensures your safety and comfort with first class customer care and courteous, highly trained operators. From airport transfers to custom itineraries, we will make your visit to the American Southwest a memorable, hassle-free experience. Please give us a call, then sit back and relax in our clean, well-maintained fleet and enjoy your time in the beautiful Southwest. Reliable transportation and outstanding service for the last 30 years.

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TOURS & SIGHTSEEING 1 Across Arizona Tours

3213 E. Rosemonte Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85050 (888) 533-1813 • (602) 233-1813 • acrossarizonatours.com Join us for exciting guided one-day van tours of: Grand Canyon with Sedona and Navajo Reservation Tour; Sedona, Jerome and Montezuma Castle Tour; Sedona Red Rocks and Wine Country Tour; Phoenix, Scottsdale and Heard Museum Tour; Tucson and Sonora Desert Museum Tour; Apache Trail and Dolly Steamboat Tour. Our deluxe vehicles are comfortable with large tinted windows and speaker systems to allow you to clearly hear your guide. Every one of our tours is conducted by the finest of guides who are knowledgeable, enthusiastic and fun. We also conduct custom tours for any size group of any duration throughout Arizona. We will design unique itineraries for your group, making your tours ones you’ll remember and treasure for a lifetime.

360 Adventures

(888) 722-0360 • (480) 722-0360 • 360-adventures.com Want to experience the REAL Arizona? Get outside with 360 Adventures! We create amazing and memorable outdoor experiences for our guests with our mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking and canyoneering tours, each created especially for you. From our knowledgeable guides to our beautiful Arizona locations, your perfect adventure awaits! Whether you want a half-day jaunt for one or a multi-day expedition for many, we’ve got you covered.

All Aboard America!

230 S. Country Club Dr., Mesa, AZ 85210 (800) 848-4728 • (480) 222-6940 • allaboardamerica.com All Aboard America! Is proud to celebrate our 75th Anniversary! We have remained familyowned since 1936, and pride ourselves on superior customer service and professionalism. We are Arizona’s largest tour and charter motorcoach company.

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Arizona Brewery Tours

(480) 382-4677 • azbrew.com Beer Adventures - One HOP at a time! Arizona Brewery Tours is a brewtastic and safe way to experience the craft beer scene. We are locally-owned and operated, providing fun and informative tours on a unique and comfortable 13-passenger bus that you will enjoy “tagging” with messages from your group. Weekly tours of craft breweries are offered Friday through Sunday, with a special “barrel-aged” day tour on Wednesday. In addition, Arizona Brewery Tours is your preferred transportation provider for all craft-beer related events and private tours, so please check us out at www.azbrew.com. We love craft beer!

Arizona Classic Jeep Tours

1160 E. Malibu Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282 (480) 786-9198 • azclassicjeeptours.com Guided off-road tour company. We pick you up at your hotel in an open-air off-road vehicle. Tours include history of the area, information on animal and plant life in the Sonoran Desert and, of course, beautiful views!

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Arizona Outdoor Fun

2144 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 400-2445 • arizonaoutdoorfun.com We are the #1 provider of guided and unguided tours and rentals for ATV/UTVs and Jet Skis. We also provide wake board boats, pontoon and fishing boats, dirt bikes, canoes and kayaks. Arizona Outdoor Fun is offering everything needed for outdoor, recreational fun, with top of the line equipment and drop-off and pick-up just about anywhere.

DETOURS of Arizona

P.O. Box 11956, Tempe, AZ 85284 (866) 438-6877 • (480) 633-9013 • detoursaz.com The leader in professionally guided tours, DETOURS tours throughout the West including Grand Canyon and Sedona. Tour in custom vans with leather captains chairs while learning history and geology of the area.

Grand Canyon Railway

233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd., Williams, AZ 86046 (800) 843-8724 • (928) 773-1976 • thetrain.com Make a Grand trip even Grander! Departing daily from the Williams, Ariz. depot, the Grand Canyon Railway now offers five classes of service. During your journey, be entertained by strolling musicians, Western cowboys and remarkable views. Watch as the high desert turns to prairie, the prairie turns to pine. It’s a view that’s ever changing until you come across a view that changes so dramatically, it could very well change you. Packages available that include overnight in Williams and in the Grand Canyon. Show your AAA/ CAA card and save 10% - exclusive packages offered.

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Ollie the Trolley & Dunn Transportation

1322 N. McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 970-8130 • olliethetrolley.net Ollie the Trolley & Dunn Transportation are at your service when you need creative transportation for meetings, conventions and special occasions. The Elite Division of Ollie the Trolley, Dunn Transportation, offers a unique level of service in executive transport. Our coaches are specifically designed to provide a comfortable, conversational experience to passengers. Extraordinary customer service is provided by our professional, uniformed and highly trained executive drivers. All coaches are state-of-the-art, impeccably clean and well-maintained.

Pink Jeep Tours

P.O. Box 1447, Sedona, AZ 86339 (800) 873-3662 • (928) 282-5000 • pinkjeep.com Since 1958, Pink Jeep Tours has been providing the most talked about off-road adventures in the Southwest. Our award winning excursions are known as the premier “must-do” tours in Sedona. 866-914-0685 •

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PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION METRO light rail

101 N. First Ave., Ste. 1300, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (602) 253-5000 • metrolightrail.org METRO light rail is a 20-mile system that connects the cities of Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. The in-street system has 28 stations, nine park-and-ride facilities and 50 trains. Trains operate 20 hours a day Sun.-Thurs. and nearly 24 hours on weekends. Trains stop at stations every 12 minutes during weekday peak hours and every 15-20 minutes on weekends. Sharing the same fare structure as the Valley’s bus service, fares are very reasonable beginning at $2.00 for a single ride.

Tempe Transit - Tempe in Motion

200 E. Fifth St., 2nd Floor, Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 858-2350 • (480) 350-4311 • tempe.gov/tim Tempe in Motion (TIM) provides bus, bicycle, pedestrian and light rail facilities and encourages getting around Tempe in anything but a car. Tempe offers bus and light rail service seven days a week, 365 days a year.

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Valley Metro

101 N. First Ave., Ste. 1300, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (602) 322-4455 • valleymetro.org Valley Metro provides bus, rail, paratransit and carpooling services to Maricopa County residents. The system enhances regional mobility, generates economic activity and provides customers with a connection to life, including to work, school, shopping and special events.

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