Phoenix, Arizona Trip

We had a great time during our short stay in Phoenix a couple of weeks ago. As usual, Southwest Airlines was right on schedule for both the departure and the return flight. Actually, to the minute both ways. We like Southwest. For the trip to Phoenix we got seats next to the emergency door. The seats are only two across and because it is by the emergency door you have a significant amount of extra legroom. It's as much legroom as first class on some airlines. It makes for a more comfortable flight.

I rented a Chrysler 300 for our transportation around the Phoenix area. The particular model we rented was just OK, but I wouldn't give it all that high of an overall rating - say, compared to a Cadillac DTS. I like the Caddy better. Our Chrysler 300 only had thirteen thousand miles, but it ran like a car with many times that amount. I'm going to have to rent the Mercedes S550 that is is available from Dollar Rental at some point. Phoenix has one. I really like the looks of that car. It should be fun to drive for a day or two.

Our lodging at the Embassy Suites was nice and as always we enjoyed the breakfast that comes with your reservation at all Embassy Suites. The omelette's are especially good and they are made to order. That's a nice touch and it saves the hassle of having to find a breakfast place near the hotel.

We saw a play at the Phoenix Theatre during our stay. The play is an outstanding musical that is headed to off Broadway after it's Phoenix debut. The performance is titled, "Unbeatable". It's about surviving breast cancer. "Unbeatable" is a very inspirational play with an exceptionally talented cast.

Prior to our attendance at the Phoenix Theatre, Nancy and I enjoyed a special meal at Donovan's Restaurant. The restaurant is located in a very nice area of Phoenix - the Camelback Road area. The service was impeccable and the food - a cut above most establishments. If you are a wine connoisseur, not my thing, you would enjoy the meal even more. They have a wine cellar that has every wine known to humankind. The restaurant is in the same class as Ruth Chris or Morton's. It was definitely a memorable meal.

I've posted a scanned postcard picture, along with one of my own, from our visit to the Rosson House in downtown Phoenix. Additionally, there are some other pictures taken in Phoenix that are posted to the right and at the bottom of the blog page. Rosson House was built in 1895 and the Victorian is a historical landmark. The docent would not allow any pictures to be taken of the interior of the house, so I have none to post. It would have been nice to have some interior photos and some video footage as well. The city has done an excellent job of keeping the house authentic to the period and the tour provides a wealth of historical background about Phoenix. It is a very worthwhile endeavor and highly recommended if you should happen to visit downtown Phoenix.

We may do one more short excursion before winter arrives. We're considering Houston or Dallas as possible outings. Time will tell.