Sherman's Travel

Pet-owners often opt to leave their beloved furry friends at home while traveling – most hotels and restaurants just aren’t interested in the potential for extra mess and noise complaints, and it can make traveling with pets more difficult and at times much more expensive. Some hotels, though, are making an effort to be not only pet-friendly, but to make your pet’s stay as comfortable as yours, with amenities ranging from doggie yoga to pet room service menus. Most recently, we’ve found great new pet amenities at the Pierre in New York City, the W Hotel Los Angeles-Westwood, and the W Scottsdale.

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The Luxury A desert oasis for young, hip travelers, the W Scottsdale offers enviable amenities in a spectacular setting. Get a taste of everything with the three-night Destination Sensation package: Start off with a welcome dinner at the hotel’s Sushi Roku. Take advantage of free transportation to nearby Camelback Mountain for a day of hiking. On your return, enjoy a free body scrub at the Bliss Spa. Finally, round out the trip with a foodie tour of Scottsdale – including a $50 gift card for one of five area restaurants.

The Value Package rates start at $232/night – a 40 percent savings. Travel by September 11.

The Catch Taxes (not included) tack on at least an extra $100 to the package price.

The Details 877-782-0104 (code WDESTIN); www.wscottsdalehotel.com/destination

For general trip-planning information, see our Phoenix Travel Guide.