As most of the United States hunkers down for the winter months of January, February and March, Arizona is just heating up. While the snowbirds have already encamped, you still have time to reserve a special vacation villa rental in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area.

With unique events coming up in the Scottsdale area such as the college football Fiesta Bowl (TCU vs. Boise State), the famous Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction, and major league baseball’s Cactus League Spring Training, there is plenty of entertainment drawing travelers from across the country to the desert.

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Florida is considered a “suburb” of the Northeast and Midwest, the perennial favorite for snowbirds has become a bargain paradise. Tourism during the 2nd quarter of 2009 dropped almost 10% when compared to the previous year. Translation, incredible rates and opportunities from airfare to lodging to activities. Tourism is a major economic generator for Florida and the opportunities available at present will soon be a memory, do not miss the opportunity to vacation like a “King on a Pauper’s Budget”.

Take a look at the Sandhurst Estate on Captiva Island, a secluded getaway ideal for weddings, corporate retreats or large groups.