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If you’ve ever dreamed of having a winter home, or at least feel like you have one, the Royal Palms Resort and Spa will help cross that off of your wish list. The 119-room hotel was once a winter escape for a notable New York family, but the Spanish-Mediterranean-style mansion was later transformed into an all-inclusive destination for those ready to venture into the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona. Travel tip: While downtown Scottsdale has much to offer by way of entertainment and food, you won’t need to stray for a mouthwatering Mediterranean meal — simply make a reservation at the hotel’s highly lauded T. Cook's restaurant. (