Travel Blog
I have just returned from Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain and what a treat that was. I was assisting a winery group on a food and wine program at the resort and I must say they give their guests the royal treatment. Upon arriving, the bell staff already seem to know your name and give you a quick tour of the main lobby, bar area, restaurant and pool. Check in was a fast and easy process and away they take you to your accommodations. I stayed in a mountain vista suite, which had views of the mountains, 2 balaconies a large living room and dining area, small kitchen, 2 queen beds and a wonderful bathroom. The beds were super comfy and the amentiies that they include were great. Across from our room was 1 of several pools scattered throughout the property and we noticed noone using it. So, we basically had a private pool for the entire stay. At the main building was the large infinity pool where most guests spent their time, but our private pool was much better. The spa and fitness area was wonderful. They offer a full range of fitness classes throughout the day and a full fitness center with state of the art equipment. The spa was great, they offer many different treatments for the disserning guest, from facials, eye treatments, massages, body scrubs and reflexology. The Jewel facial for 90 minutes was unbelievable!! There are not many options as far as restaurants go, but what they have is great. The main restaurant, Elements, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner and the wait staff are amazing, they remember everything about your preferences and make you feel right at home. The food is great and if you every have the chance try their signature drink, a grapefruit basil martini. WOW, I am not a martini drinker, but it was so refreshing. They have also created table XII. This is a wonderful culinary experience for a small group of 12 guests. Hosted by Chef Beau McMillan, winner of Iron Chef against Bobby Fley, Chef Beau will create your meal right in front of your eyes, come in to your provate room and discuss the meal course by course as it is being served. What a great time and experience for those participating. You can also have it paried with your own wine or that from the wine list. They also have an 800 bottle wine wall that was created just for this experience. Well worth doing if you have the opportunity. So, if you want to experience a wonderfully relaxing vacation at Sanctuary, give us a call for some special rates, we would be happy to assist you.