| On the north-eastern outer reaches of the Valley of | | | | circular fashion. There is a stage at one end and, due |
| the Sun lies Carefree, like neighboring Cave Creek, a | | | | to the "amphi-theater" style arrangement, it is an |
| hamlet nestled just to the north of Scottsdale. | | | | excellent venue for the many musical concerts, of all |
| Principally known as a haven for retired folk, many of | | | | genres, that El Pedregal hosts each year. Grab a glass |
| whom visit during the winter from colder climes and | | | | of wine, sit back, relax and enjoy the show. |
| are known as "snowbirds", however, of late, many | | | | Carefree also has a general aviation facility with a |
| year-round residents are opting for the tranquility of | | | | 4100 ft. runway, which is home to many aviation |
| Carefree, while commuting to their jobs in either | | | | enthusiasts covering vintage aircraft to modern |
| Phoenix or Scottsdale. Consequently Carefree, much | | | | experimental lightweight craft. This year, at a |
| like Cave Creek and the surrounding environs has | | | | combined antique car and plane show. We were |
| seen considerable growth in recent years. | | | | privileged to have a bit "flying fortress" of World War |
| Spanish Village is a shopping center in the heart of | | | | II vintage fly over in all it's majesty. Very awe |
| Carefree with many eclectic stores and restaurants. | | | | inspiring; an what a crowd it drew that day. We also |
| It is also host to antique car shows, home shows, art | | | | were fortunate to have two F16 fighter jets do a |
| shows and horticultural events during the course of a | | | | fly-by from Luke Air Force Base. All in all a good day |
| year, making it an extremely popular destination for | | | | out for all the family. |
| both residents and tourists alike. | | | | That sums Carefree up really. Many people come to |
| A little further south on Tom Darlington Road we | | | | visit from all around, and some just cannot bear to |
| have another shopping complex known as "El | | | | leave. It has all the benefits of a small town with all |
| Pedregal". This is a more upscale development with | | | | the attractions and facilities of two major cities, |
| many art galleries, gourmet shops, boutiques and | | | | Scottsdale and Phoenix, just a scant 30 minute drive |
| jewellers. There are several excellent restaurants at | | | | away. |
| the facility, which is a two storey affair arranged in a | | | | It cannot be beaten. |