Scottsdale has developed a reputation as one of the premier golf destinations in the world. Bella Palazzo has developed special golf packages that enable you to play at some of the most beautiful, prestigious and challenging courses while perhaps enjoying a fifty year-old Cuban cigar. We also have developed a stellar shopping excursion designed to transport you in luxury, treat you like royalty, and take you to some of the finest shopping available. Please inquire regarding the many programs available.

Pre-Provisioning & Shopping Services

Bella Palazzo Concierge arranges to have the refrigerator and the kitchen cabinets stocked for the guests when they arrive. Prior to the trip, guests are provided with a shopping list with some suggestions. Bella Concierge does its best to fulfill the list and accommodate specific requests. As our guest, you can arrive and feel at home right away.

Professional Sport Packages

Bella Palazzo Concierge works hand in hand with FSA Sports to create the ultimate Sports Experience with local professional teams, and special interest events. Packages are available for the Diamondbacks, Coyotes, Cardinals, Suns, the FBR Phoenix Open, the Arabian Horse Show, and others.

Spa Discovery

The perfect complement to the allure of golf, the ultimate experience of a pampering spa has placed Scottsdale among the most desirable locations in the United States. Bella Palazzo Concierge has arranged The Bella Spa Package with some of the most desirable spa's in the valley. Or choose to have the In-Villa Spa. We bring the Spa to you.

Bella Golf Packages

The team at Bella Palazzo has developed some exclusive packages to make your stay at one of our villas even more memorable and pleasurable. We are constantly looking for new and innovative programs, and then putting our signature on to make it even better. For our 2006/2007 High season, we have assembled the following:

Golf, Cigars, and Poker

There is no doubt that Scottsdale has shed its sleepy cow-town image of the 1950's. In that era, if you were coming to Scottsdale, you were looking for rest and relaxation, a cowboy steak, a little time by the pool, and maybe a rodeo. My how things have changed!

If you play golf, you are certainly aware of Scottsdale's status amongst the great golf communities of the world. Throughout the United States there are beautiful courses of all different types, most of which are traditional rolling green gems with wide fairways and strategically placed bunkers waiting to swallow your ball. In Scottsdale, though there are still some of those traditional courses, we have become famous for our desert layouts. Only here and in Palm Springs, can you find such a variety of top notch courses dedicated to coexist with cacti and coyotes. Lest you think a desert course isn't challenging, we await your response after your first round! It also seems that casual golf and cigars are a relationship worth enjoying, and put all of this together with a hot round of poker to occupy an evening! The following package includes five rounds of golf, with specially selected cigar packages, and a professional dealer led evening of poker.

Troon North Golf Club Monument
Troon North Golf Club Pinnacle
(1 round at each course)

If you happen to be staying at our Pinnacle Canyon estate, you will find yourself right alongside the Pinnacle course.
The Monument Course and the Pinnacle Course are two of Arizona's top ranked courses. One drive around either of them will convince you why. Stunning views of Pinnacle Peak, arroyos, rock outcroppings and cacti spice the play at the TomWeiskopf/Jay Morrish- designed Monument course, which features a series of memorable holes. Standouts include the par-5 third with its monumental boulder dominating the fairway and the par-5 14th called Cross Country for reasons that will become all too obvious.

The Pinnacle course marches right up to the base of Pinnacle Peak; a geographic legend in this area, and still home to Pinnacle Peak Patio Steak House, and the not to be missed Greasewood Flats.

Grayhawk Golf Club Talon
Grayhawk Golf Club Raptor
(1 round at each course)
Rated by Golf Magazine as one of the top 10 courses you can play the Talon offers up challenges like #11's Swinging Bridge, and the aptly named Devils Drink on #17. Talon plays host to the finals of the Anderson Consulting World Championship of Golf.

The Tom Fazio designed Raptor course plays a long 7,108 yards off the back tees, and will delight you with Aces and Eights, and #10's Quill Creek.

Two of the most popular, centrally located, special occasion courses in Scottsdale. All the bells and whistles are at this Graham/Panks and Tom Fazio's designed courses

We-Ko-Pa Golf Club Cholla (1 round)
A Scott Miller design

East of Scottsdale lies what has been lauded since its inception in 2001 as one of the top courses in Arizona. Honors such as the Zagat rating as the top public golf course in Arizona, and rated #2 by Golfweek, along with a #38 rating by Golfweek in the top 100 you can play. We ko pa (Yavapai for four peaks) continues to improve and expand. The Cholla course is unique in that there will never be any development adjacent, and there is no out of bounds. Playing 7,225 yards, this desert course is an unspoiled treat. Late 2006 will bring a sister course known as Saguaro, which is designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw.

In-Villa Poker Night

Personal chef for alfresco dining, and professional poker dealer Golf is definitely on a hot streak, with more and more great courses being offered, top-notch golf schools, and cutting edge equipment. But all golf and no games could get a little tedious, and hard on the psyche. A duffer just has to have other releases! So why not capitalize on yet another hot item: poker! We will bring in a poker table, and professional dealer, as well as a professional chef to take care of the nutritional side. What's better than golf all day, and poker all night, with great food, and cigars as well! Many options are available to fine-tune this evening to make it the most enjoyable possible. Contact us for options regarding the menu for the evening.

Golf Widow Packages
Spa Experience:
Step into a Spa Oasis while your husband steps out to tee off. The Ultimate Spa Package includes; a one-hour customized massage, a one-hour customized facial, a one-hour body treatment, a manicure and a spa pedicure

Artist Loft Studios:
3 hours
Express your creative side at a special beading workshop. Experience the hands-on art of creating your own piece of
quality designer \ jewelry.

Art of Entertaining:
Learn the delightful art of entertaining from one of the Valleys foremost experts on the subject; Jan Atri! Jan is a veteran of the Phoenix market, having entertained viewers on television, listeners on the radio, and readers in both magazine and newspaper. Over the years, Jan has used her incredible and vivid imagination to treat us to ideas that will enrich your lives. Everything from space-saving techniques to seasonal adornments, and everything in between, Jan will take you through an interactive hands-on class that showcases her charming Southwestern Martha Stewart-esque style. And we promise your guests will appreciate the great host/hostess helpers at your next party.
** Pricing includes all associated costs. Food and beverage not included. Guests take home all crafts.

Photography:
As we all know, photography isn't just as easy as point and shoot or is it? Follow in the steps of a master, as you discover that with a little information and some direction in how to truly use your eye, you too can take amazing photos. Many of us have discovered how impatient we can be when trying to get that great shot. And do your pictures ever look like you thought they would? Elliot Lincis is a local photographer who has shot images all over the world, as well as gracing the pages of many local publications such as Phoenix Home & Garden, and Phoenix Magazine. His deft touch will enlighten you on how to take those memorable keepsake shots. Select one of our many examples of beautiful architecture or glorious gardens to use as your open canvas. And then create!

Cooking Class:
Many of us would like to think we are capable of holding our own in the kitchen, even if that just means the very basics. Many of us would also like to know much more about preparing foods, but we allow ourselves to be intimidated. When it comes to putting together a multi-course meal, we simply go into a panic. With a world-class repertoire of private chef options, you may chose Chef Michael DeMaria, Chef Doug Brochu, or Grill Maestro Craiger Van Zee as your host for this educational and inspirational how-to. Whether you are preparing foods indoors or outdoors on a grill, paying attention to a few simple basics, and using your common sense will yield better results than you might think. With many families opting to stay home and take advantage of the amazing play-spaces that we are putting in our backyards, someone in the family needs to get up to speed culinary-wise. Learn how to incorporate the fabulous foods and flavors of the Mediterranean Rim countries. Healthy, vibrant, and simple!

Painting in a Mediterranean Garden:
How much of Monets success was due to his true talent, and how much of it was due to the inspiration he gained from painting in such magical settings. If you have seen an image of Monets private gardens in Giverny, France, you might be convinced that the settings had a lot to do with it. Join nationally recognized artist, Charles Kurre in any one of a collection of fabulous gardens right here in The Valley of the Sun, and discover how to use your eyes to see light and texture the way Monet might have. You will spend a couple of hours in a magical private garden surrounded by the sights and scents that inspire greatness. Charles will work with watercolors and at the end of the session you will walk away with your own piece of art suitable for framing. The accolades keep coming. I must admit that at first I was very intimidated. I have never done anything like this, and there was an authentic Picasso staring down at me, and all this talk about Monets Garden? I enjoyed myself so much that time flew by, and the next thing I knew, I had a framed painting of my own to take home. I would do this again!

Two programs to choose from:

1. The lesson and all the materials: watercolors, pastels, or acrylic color, 4 sheets of 11" x 15" - 140lb cold press watercolor paper, palette, three brushes, painters smock, and a paper folio to safely transport the work home. (Of course we can tailor materials to any project)
2. The painting program can be offered for a group up to 22p, utilizing the painters materials and going home with one 11 X 15 painting in a paper folio.

City tours:
Phoenix is a beautiful oasis with a very rich history that dates back to the Native American peoples that developed this area. While the civilized occupation of The Valley of the Sun only dates back to the late 1800's the true development of Phoenix coincides with the advent of Air Conditioning. Since that time, Phoenix has become one of the most dynamic areas in the country. Drawing from cultures worldwide Phoenix has developed its own identity that is in the truest sense a melting pot. Architecture, design, and landscaping all have roots in the very people that have visited here and then decided to stay, and bringing with them a little piece of their own culture. The fine arts, once considered an afterthought in this cow-town have made such great strides as to draw attention from all of the detractors. Join a long-time resident and hopeless lover of the desert as your group tours the amazing Valley. You will experience the rich history, and the spectacular future. Combine a city tour with tours of a couple of Bella Palazzo private estates. Led by knowledgeable docents it is the perfect compliment to the city tour, and your tour-guide can accompany you from house to house!

Home tours:
A delightful time awaits your spousal clients as groups of 20 to 120 take tours of fabulous Valley estates. Whether your group is small and tours several homes in succession, or if it is larger and requires splitting up, each group will be treated to an in-depth docent led look into some of the most exciting and progressive architecture and design. Bella Palazzo homes run the gamut from a historic estate in The Phoenix Country Club to authentic Southwestern Adobes, to ultra-modern Bauhaus design. At each home a knowledgeable and courteous docent will lead your groups on a tour, highlighting the background of the area, the thought put into the design, the professionals brought on to execute the vision, and the finishing touches incorporated to complete the overall look. Questions will be answered and everyone goes away with not only a new view on the Phoenix lifestyle, but ideas of what to do in their own home as well.

Show houses and Showrooms:
The ultimate Red Carpet Cultural Buying Excursion
Bella Palazzo is proud to join forces with your personal shopper, Nancy Shina of Spree! The Art of Shopping. Considered a master shopper by all who know her, the former hospitality industry executive was required to travel internationally and was inspired by a private shopping tour she took in Paris to subsequently launch Spree and offer similar private shopping tours in tony Valley locations.

Exit your chauffeured limousine onto the legendary Red Carpet and venture into the finest of private estates. Witness the world-class design, architecture, interiors and art collections at Spanish Antigua, Rockin Moroccan, or Casa de los Milagros: grand names and estates of grandeur. Your docents will guide you on an informative tour of each estate, as each homeowner is an importer of fabulous furniture and accessories, and each has a showroom available to the trade and other privileged buyers. You will be personally escorted in your limousine to a private shopping excursion for an adventure few experience. A customized itinerary provides for an excursion off the beaten path for Southwest secret finds, and as a complement to the showrooms chosen, we will escort you to a home decor boutique, and art gallery. Here you will get the star treatment when you are greeted by the owners who have set aside this private time for your shopping experience. A choice of passed appetizers & champagne can be offered to your high-end clientele for an additional fee. Unique to the Southwest, this is a, cultural, and sensorial experience.

Wine Tasting:
We will have a Sommelier work to custom create a lovely selection of wines to sample at the home of your choice. In picking the wines, we will consult with a wine expert and select wines that are appropriate with the overall look and feel of each home.

Garden Territory:
A Day at the Farm in a Bella Home With the unbelievable growth the Phoenix area has experienced, it's hard to believe that a place like The Farm continues to thrive; and its a good thing it has since along with the rapid growth comes all the pains of growing.

Situated in an 80 year-old Pecan grove, The Farm at South Mountain is an oasis in the middle of chaos. Acres and acres of farmland, a fine dining venue, an area for picnics and a retail shop, all define the space that has become Phoenix's little getaway. Well now the Farm can come to your client. The creative minds at the Farm have assembled a number of well-coordinated programs, based on the abundant herbs and produce available. With selections such as Adventures in Aromatherapy which introduces your guests to the magic of herbs, and essential oils; or the Aromatic Art of Perfumes which allows the guest to craft their own signature perfume, your groups are guaranteed to go home with something memorable.

Each of the large programs is scheduled to take up 2-4 hours of time. However for your time challenged groups; short programs of 60-90 minutes are available. A course in the Beauty and Bliss of Roses could be magically paired at Casa de los Milagros: with over 800 Rose bushes as a backdrop. Or you could immerse yourself in a Mediterranean garden for a Loving Lavender course. Either, may be just the right program for your group.

Silver Dreams Silver Jewelry Trunk Show:
Bella Palazzo has joined forces with Satya Khalsa of Silver Dreams to offer your spousal groups a truly unique buying experience. Satya fell in love with the magnificent Mexican hillside Silver town of Taxco. She was fascinated by the skill and artistry demonstrated by local artists in their silver jewelry, and now makes several buying trips annually. The many varied styles of sterling silver jewelry are now offered to your clients at trunk shows, and Satya will showcase her beautiful jewelry personally.

Art Talk luncheon:
Many of our fabulous homes have amazing art collections, and here you have the opportunity to match one or more of those homes with an accompanying Art program. The knowledgeable group at Larsen Gallery in Scottsdale have put together a talk on Art combined with a lovely lunch. Whether you chose to also tour a home, or just to visit the gallery, your afternoon will be filled with memories. Based on available scheduled talks.

Generation X Package
Extreme Arizona- off road motorcycling:
Escape the stress or boredom of everyday life for an exciting, guided, off road motorcycle, adventures tour. (All riding and safety gear included.)

Mountain Biking- Pinnacle Peak Cyclery:
There is no substitute for touring the area with a rider who knows all the trails you would want to Mountain Bike and all the byways you would want to Road Bike. Offering a plethora of rides for novices to experts

Hot Air Expeditions:
An Exhilarating experience for everyone- from neophyte adventurer to the seasoned veteran. “A magic carpet ride†describes the beauty, exhilaration and gentleness of ballooning.

Formula One Race Car Driving:
Have you ever wondered what it could be like to sit behind the wheel of a real Formula racecar? Experience the thrill of driving a NASCAR

GPS Treasure Hunt:
You're on a quest to find the uncommon team building event, where there's excitement around every corner, and each team member is inspired and challenged. It's time you discovered geoteaming, the innovative corporate team-building adventure based on the sport of geocaching. Armed only with your own cunning and the coolest high-tech toys - GPS receivers, pocket PCs, two-way radios, and digital cameras - you and your team strike out on a fun-filled mission to find the hidden caches. It's a treasure hunt gone high tech, where the riches you take away are more than just prizes - they're transformational learning lessons that translate back to your company environment.

Xtreme Paintball:
One of the nation's largest indoor paintball courses. With over 30,000 sq. feet of bunkers, sniper towers, sup air obstacles, specialized lighting and professional referees. Offering you a fast paced thrilling experience.

Grand Canyon Expedition
This is the most outrageous and spectacular sightseeing in the Southwestern United States. Be prepared for a spectacular flight across the Mogollon Rim on your way across the national forest to the Grand Canyon. Experience the wonderful flight over the Grand Canyon, and then you'll return and fly near Sedona's spectacular formations and canyons. As you descend into Boynton Canyon you'll see ancient Indians ruins. Wonders of the world. 21/2 unforgettable hours! $680.00 per person

Helicopter-Jeep Picnic:
Gourmet hors d'oeuvres. A private Helicopter-Jeep experience. Enjoy a wonderful romantic experience all to yourselves. You'll experience a magnificent drive up Schnebly Hill Road and have a picnic on Merry-Go-Round Rock. You'll also experience a once in a lifetime experience on a private flight of our famous Ancient Ruins Tour. 3 hours of excitement, romance & fun all wrapped into one!

The Ultimate Sedona/Grand Canyon Package:
Sit back and relax on your personal Charter Flight from Deer Valley Airport, over Cave Creek, Carefree, Tonto National Forest, VerdeValley, Sedona, San Francisco Peaks, to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, The Grand Canyon. You will experience an over flight of the Canyon (just above rim level): land and be guided through a 3-hour ground tour into National Park Historic Village where lunch will be served. You will then re-board onto your private flight and return to your Bella Villa in Sedona.
Take to Sedona airport on way back they will drive to villa