Scottsdale, Arizona was founded in 1888 and incorporated in 1951. It is located within the greater metropolitan area of Phoenix and has a population of over 220,000. It is Arizona’s fifth largest city. It is renowned for its luxurious living and is often compared with Beverly Hills in California. Because of this it has become a tourist mecca especially in the winter months when the temperatures are near perfect. Its resorts and golf courses are world renowned and attract many visitors.

Scottsdale is one of the premier art centers in the US with over 125 galleries and only New York City has more. The world famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright lived in the area in the 1930s and created what is now known as Taliesin West. His architecture has had a great influence on many buildings in the area.

People from around the world come to play golf in Scottsdale. The city boasts over 200 of the finest golf courses around and this coupled with the idyllic weather in the winter months makes it a haven for golfers. Because of this many of the worlds top golfers make Scottsdale their home.

Scottsdale is a shopper’s paradise! It is filled with many upscale boutiques and high-end luxury stores. Scottsdale’s malls, including the world famous Fashion Square Mall, attract shoppers year round.

Dining out is a favorite pastime of tourists and locals alike. Whether it’s traditional Southwestern cuisine, the plethora of great Mexican restaurants or the myriad of other types of restaurants that abound throughout the city, the choice is both sophisticated and diverse.

Scottsdale has a nightlife that is second to none. The downtown area has over 80 bars and clubs which attract both tourists and locals. The scene included live music, trendy lounges, wine bars, and hip clubs.

The weather in the Scottsdale area is hot during the months of June through September the temperatures rarely go below 100 degrees. However advances in air conditioning makes life very tolerable. The bonus for those living in the area during the summer months is that prices for activities go down, way down! And of course this is more than made up for during the remainder of the year when the weather is mild, sunny and very pleasant.

With over 7.5 million tourists every year Scottsdale is a thriving area. Whether it’s the attraction of resorts, golf, shopping or enjoying the sun that brings you to the area you are sure to be satisfied. Scottsdale is now an international tourist destination. And with winter temperatures averaging out at 65 degrees it is the perfect place to move to and call home.