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Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Scottsdale.

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Through My Lens

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Through My Lens is a YouTube travel channel sharing city guides, hikes, restaurants, and trip-based destination videos.

This itinerary video maps out 48 hours in Scottsdale with a practical mix of desert hikes, Old Town stops, hotel details, food, attractions, and activities.

Tourist to Local

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Tourist to Local is a YouTube travel channel by Juliana and Martín focused on culture and value-oriented trips.

This Scottsdale weekend travel video combines places to eat, stay, and visit with enjoyable activities such as candle making, kayaking, Old Town, and spa time.

Jon Barr

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Jon Barr is a YouTube channel focused on food experiences in New York City and beyond, with travel guides included.

This Scottsdale guide video presents a useful three-day itinerary, pairing things to do with places to eat for a clear city planning overview.

Yellow Productions

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Yellow Productions is a YouTube travel channel with detailed guide videos, hotel reviews, restaurant reviews, and travel gear coverage.

This walking tour video gives a helpful look at Old Town Scottsdale, covering shops, the waterfront, arts areas, historic streets, and Civic Center Park.

Travel articles & blogs

Ciao Bambino
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Ciao Bambino is a luxury family travel agency with a family travel blog and destination planning resources. Their Scottsdale destination collection is a helpful family-planning hub, gathering expert posts and area trip resources in one place.

Scottsdale | Ciao Bambino!

We plan extraordinary custom family vacations and help famlies travel the world. Read our expert posts about Scottsdale trips!

ciaobambino.com/blog_destinations/north-america/usa/arizona/scottsdale

The Family Voyage
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The Family Voyage is a family travel site with practical advice from Melissa and her family's travel experience. Their weekend in Scottsdale itinerary offers a practical adult-focused plan shaped by frequent visits to the city.

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Scottsdale (Without the Kids!) - The Family Voyage

Want to spend the perfect weekend in Scottsdale? Follow this itinerary from a frequent visitor!

thefamilyvoyage.com/weekend-in-scottsdale-itinerary/

ViaTravelers
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ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with structured trip-planning tools and comparisons. Their Scottsdale itinerary is useful for organizing time in the desert city, with attractions, local experiences, and planning ideas beyond the resort setting.

The Ultimate Scottsdale Itinerary You'll Want to Copy

Explore the best of Scottsdale with a tailor-made itinerary, featuring top attractions and hidden gems for an unforgettable Arizona experience.

viatravelers.com/scottsdale-itinerary/

A Dangerous Business
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A Dangerous Business is Amanda Williams' travel blog, focused on realistic travel planning, weekend trips, road trips, and USA travel. Her romantic Scottsdale guide is a thoughtful resource for couples planning activities and getaway ideas in the Arizona city.

Romantic Things to Do in Scottsdale for the Perfect Couples Getaway

Use this list of romantic things to do in Scottsdale, Arizona to help you plan the perfect couples getaway to Scottsdale!

dangerous-business.com/romantic-scottsdale/

Goats On The Road
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Goats On The Road is a travel guide site and travel-lifestyle resource run by Nick and Dariece. Their Old Town Scottsdale guide is a practical way to compare historic sites, art galleries, dining, and shops in a compact area.

15 Best Things To Do in Old Town Scottsdale in 2023 - Goats On The Road

Explore historic sites, art galleries, fab dining, and unique shops. Uncover the best things to do in Old Town Scottsdale by clicking here!

goatsontheroad.com/things-to-do-in-old-town-scottsdale/

Ottsworld
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Ottsworld is Sherry Ott's travel blog and travel services site, focused on active, solo, and experience-led travel. Her Scottsdale guide highlights desert adventures, the city's connection to the Sonoran Desert, and spa-based relaxation, making it a strong fit for active travelers who want both outdoor time and recovery.

Scottsdale Desert Adventures Experiences

Scottsdale is the gateway to the Sonoran Desert. Try these Scottsdale desert adventures and finish the day with a relaxing spa stay!

ottsworld.com/blogs/scottsdale-desert-adventures/

Trekaroo
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Trekaroo is a family travel community and planning resource built around parent-to-parent travel advice. Their Scottsdale day-trips guide is helpful for families comparing easy outings beyond the city, including options such as national parks and museums.

17 Awesome Day Trips from Scottsdale

There is a great variety of day trips from Scottsdale waiting to be discovered. From national parks to world-class museums, we share our top picks for families.

blog.trekaroo.com/awesome-day-trips-from-scottsdale/

Adventurous Kate
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Adventurous Kate is Kate McCulley's solo female travel blog, known for candid destination writing and practical travel advice. Her Scottsdale girls' trip article turns a birthday trip with friends into a practical 16-step guide for planning a social desert getaway.

The Perfect Scottsdale Girls' Trip in 16 Steps

My friends and I went to Scottsdale to celebrate our 40th birthdays. Here's what we got up to -- and how you can do it, too!

adventurouskate.com/scottsdale-girls-trip/

The Points Guy
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The Points Guy is a large travel publication focused on credit cards, loyalty, aviation, hotels, cruises, and travel deals. Their Scottsdale hotel roundup is useful for comparing ten notable stays, including JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn and Fairmont Scottsdale Princess.

10 best hotels in Scottsdale, Arizona - The Points Guy

From the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn & Resort to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, these are the best hotels in Scottsdale, according to TPG hotel experts.

thepointsguy.com/hotel/best-hotels-scottsdale/

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