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The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is gussied up for the holidays with its festive decorations and seasonal vacation packages. Get All Wrapped Up this winter with cozy accommodations, an in-room Christmas tree and a stocking full of treats. Kids can leave cookies for Santa and meet the jolly man himself. Or, celebrate the eight nights of Hanukkah with a chocolate gelt giving bag, dreidels and nightly Menorah lighting ceremony included in the Family Traditions package. Both packages start at $299 per night and include $100 in resort dining credit.
For more information, call 480.585.4848 or visit fairmont.com/scottsdale.

Experience a Southwest winter wonderland at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. Unwind with the Home Away From Home package offering casita guest room accommodations and holiday welcome amenity. You won’t miss the comforts of home with the festive trimmings, gingerbread village, holiday train and complimentary goodies like hot roasted chestnuts and steaming apple cider. The package is available through December 30 and starts at $195 per night.
For more information, call 480.515.5700 or visit fourseasons.com/scottsdale.

Hop on board the Polar Express for a nighttime journey to the “North Pole” with Grand Canyon Railway. The 30-minute train ride leaves from Williams and arrives at the North Pole where Santa Claus and his reindeer greet you upon arrival at their Christmas village. Along the way, listen to a reading of The Polar Express while sipping hot chocolate. The Polar Express Package includes the roundtrip excursion, a one-night stay at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and breakfast and dinner.
For more information, call 800.843.8724 or visit thetrain.com.

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DESTINATIONS Web Exclusives | CITYSunTimes December 2010