Luxe Beat Magazine SEPTEMBER 2014 | Page 46

Walking to Joya Spa O ur one night incentive at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia was more than expected. Arizona is noted for its Mexican/ Spanish heritage. This Omni Resort goes even further by adding a Moorish-inspired touch of Andalusia, Spain. For Omni Montelucia, located at the base of Camelback Mountain, the phrase “Montelucia,” translating approximately to “mountain light,” was appropriate.We checked in early afternoon to enjoy the property before our Puerta Privada Experience. Our anticipation had been building, as we were contacted ahead of time to see our preferences on massage therapists and then came a call from Chef Tom. He wanted to check the menu to see what our likes and dislikes were. Neither of us were sure what to expect. Now, believe it or not, we got another call with a secret password to use when we arrived at the Castilian –style doors. All of this added to the intrigue. Joya Spa Palace Suite for our Privada Experience