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The 2008 SOFT Annual meeting will be held at the Arizona Grand Resort, a luxury resort located in a desert oasis nestled at the base of South Mountain Preserve in Arizona. The Four-Diamond Arizona Grand welcomes guests as the largest all-suite resort in Arizona (640 spacious 2-room suites for everyone) in the midst of one of Phoenix, Arizona's most naturally beautiful places. The resort is just six miles from Sky Harbor International Airport but a world beyond any Phoenix resort you might imagine.

The Arizona Grand Resort sits at the doorstep of 17,000 acres of South Mountain Preserve, one of the nation's largest metropolitan parks, serving up stunning perspectives and unique Southwestern touches that make your visit feel naturally grand. The Arizona Grand Resort features some of the best amenities of any Phoenix resort including an 18-hole championship golf course, the Phantom Horse Athletic Club & Spa, lighted tennis courts, over 60 miles of biking and horseback riding, and dining at six unique on-site restaurants. When most people see water in the desert, they are seeing a mirage, but in Phoenix when you see water, you are seeing The Oasis Water Park at the Arizona Grand Resort voted in the Top 10 by the Travel Channel. The SOFT-2008 attendees will realize this isn't your typical Phoenix hotel

 

The remnants of a hot Arizona summer can last into October, but the average daytime highs are in the 80’s. The Arizona Grand Resort is a water oasis with multiple pools, an on-site water park and lazy river (The Oasis! Water Park open Saturdays and Sundays only), as well as many hot tubs and spas so you will want to bring the swim gear. The resort has two golf courses on-site and is located at the foothills of the South Mountain Park, which offers great hiking, mountain biking trails and horseback riding.

 
 

The hotel reservations at the SOFT Conference Rate are $189. Reservations will only be accepted by phone. Call toll-free to 1.877.800.4888 and be sure to reference the SOFT Group when making your reservation to make sure you take advantage of this reduced rate.

 
 

Sky Harbor International airport is located less than 10 miles from the Arizona Grand Resort making it easily accessible by taxicabs or shuttles. Parking is free at the resort so renting a car to travel and take in the sites of Arizona is highly recommended.

 
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