[PHX31]

I totally agree with Leo. If you were with someone from Phoenix to show you around, they could show you a great time downtown. But it's not as easy as saying "go HERE" and they'd have tons of obvious things to do. They would possibly be disappointed. So to avoid wasting their time and have a bad impression, I'd say avoid spending time downtown phx.

Hiking camelback, sitting poolside at a nice hotel, etc, those are slam dunks. Definitely going to see some eye candy in both places, and assuming you're in decent shape to make it to the top (bring water) you'll have a spectacular view of the city, better than most observation decks at other cities, from the top of camelback mtn.

Take light rail to mill ave in Tempe, walk around there and also go out in old town Scottsdale, and you'll probably find a good time. I think central and north central Phoenix have the best and most "hip" places in the valley, But again, it would be hard if you don't have a local with you.

Xzmattzx, you're welcome to PM me if you want more specifics.