In Scottsdale, we stayed at one of our favorite hotels: Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. It's pet friendly, and summertime rates make it affordable. Beautiful surroundings and pool. Great room and staff. Staff helped us find convenient place in employee parking lot to park the Bambi.

After spending time in the pool, we enjoyed dinner with relatives at nearby Pure Sushi. Then finished off back at the hotel bar, enjoying a night cap on the balcony looking out over the desert...