Golf Resort Overview: The Wigwam
An Interview With Paul Besecker, Golf Sales Manager
By Brian Weis
The ultimate golf vacation is staying and playing at a golf resort. Below is an interview with Paul Besecker who shares some valuable information about staying and golfing at The Wigwam.
Give our readers an overview of the golf resort.
This Arizona treasure was established in the 1930s, a time when golf courses did not get built through dense housing developments, and certainly not with tight, target fairways. At The Wigwam, the golf courses have remained at the top of the list. This jewel of the desert is among the Southwest's last remaining golf resorts built for a pure golf experience. Canals, streams and lakes cascade through the journey. The shadows cast on greens and bunkers are from majestic parkland trees, not multi-story resort buildings.
The Wigwam's three 18-hole championship golf courses offer a diversity that cannot be matched by any other Arizona resort. Here, the golf enthusiast has their pick of not just one or two courses, but three 18-hole courses - 54 holes of championship golf including two courses designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr. And, in true Wigwam style, each course - The Gold, Patriot and Heritage offers a unique challenge that adds spice and variety to one's stay at this timeless and relaxing retreat.
For guests that truly love the game of golf, The Wigwam features a variety of golf packages to entice every traveler, from family getaways to golf-intensive buddy trips.
Share with us your room accommodations configurations. What group sizes can accommodate?
-331 Private casitas, including 72 spacious suites with parlors and two exclusive Presidential suites -In-room coffee service, cable TV with expanded channel list, refrigerators and wireless internet -Expansive private patios overlooking pools, gardens, tennis courts or golf courses
Room Options Include:
Adobe Collection (500 square feet +): Nestled among thousands of roses, floral gardens and citrus trees, the Adobe Collection features walk-out patios with convenient access to resort amenities Oasis Collection (600 square feet +): Located in a private courtyard setting surrounding vibrant colored gardens, the serene oasis pool and private lounge areas with fire pits and Jacuzzi Fairway Collection (550 square feet+): Overlooking the emerald fairways of the Patriot Course, the Fairway collection offers scenic patio views, privacy and are ideal accommodations for the avid golfer located just a short walk to the golf course pro shop and first tees.
What type of restaurants do you have on property and what type of dining experience can one expect?
Litchfield's, The Wigwam's signature restaurant features farm-to-table dinner fare highlighting local Arizona produce and products with expansive al fresco seating areas.
Red's Bar & Grill serves traditional favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed golf club atmosphere overlooking the rolling greens of the Gold and Patriot Courses.
The Wigwam Bar offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, a full indoor/outdoor bar and live entertainment Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights.
Tower Bar & Grill offers light lunch selections, snacks and refreshing poolside drinks at the Lodge Pool.
Beyond golf what are the top three amenities golfers and non-golfers can enjoy on property?
Nine Tennis Courts Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa Four Pools-One with two 25 foot waterslides
Please supply a sample itinerary for a long buddies weekend?
The Wigwam is a 440 acre getaway destination that promises unforgettable experiences no matter the reason for visiting. Be sure to carve out time for our 54 holes of championship golf (including two courses designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr.); superb Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, four unique pools and distinctive cuisine at our seven bars and restaurants.
Please supply a sample itinerary for a long couples weekend?
The Wigwam is a 440 acre getaway destination that promises unforgettable experiences no matter the reason for visiting. Be sure to carve out time for our 54 holes of championship golf (including two courses designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr.); superb Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, four unique pools and distinctive cuisine at our seven bars and restaurants.
What area tourist attractions might you recommend while in the area?
Cactus League Spring Training Tanger Outlets Arizona Cardinals Football Arizona Coyotes Hockey Phoenix International Raceway World Wildlife Zoo & Aquarium White Tank Mountain Range Day Trips To Sedona/Grand Canyon
How can golfers inquire about golf packages for your resort?
To book your next golf getaway or learn more about our golf packages please visit WigwamArizona.com.
Courses at Resort
Number of Course: 3
Number of Holes: 54
More Information
The Wigwam 300
E. Wigwam Blvd Litchfield Park, AZ, 85340
623-935-3811
www.WigwamArizona.om
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About: Brian Weis
Brian Weis is the Publisher of GolfTrips.com, a network of golf travel and directory sites including GolfWisconsin.com, GolfMichigan.com, ArizonaGolfer.com, GolfAlabama.com, etc. Professionally, Brian is a member of the Golf Writers Association of America (GWAA), International Network of Golf (ING), Golf Travel Writers of America (GTWA), International Golf Travel Writers Association (IGTWA) and The Society of Hickory Golfers (SoHG). In 2016, Brian won The Shaheen Cup, an award given to a golf travel writer by his peers.
All of his life, Brian has been around the game of golf. As a youngster, Brian competed at all levels in junior and high school golf. Brian had a zero chance for a college golf scholarship, so he worked on the grounds crew at West Bend Country Club to pay for his University of Wisconsin education. In his adult years, his passion for the game collided with his entrepreneurial spirit and in 2004 launched GolfWisconsin.com. In 2007, the idea for a network of local golf directory sites formed and GolfTrips.com was born. Today, the network consists of a site in all 50 states supported by national sites like GolfTrips.com, GolfGuide.com and GolfPackages.com. It is an understatement to say, Brian is passionate about promoting golf and golf travel on a local, regional, national and international level.
On the golf course, Brian is known as a fierce weekend warrior that fluctuates between a 5-9 handicap. With a soft fade, known as "The Weis Slice", and booming 300+ drives, he can blast it out of bounds with the best of them.
Contact Brian Weis:
GolfTrips.com - Publisher and Golf Traveler
262-255-7600