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For a taste of island life, visit the Arizona Aloha Festival. This multi-cultural experience for the whole family is located in downtown Phoenix at Heritage and Science Park. Vendors from around the world gather in the Island Marketplace to offer samplings of exquisite island foods and traditional arts and crafts. Three stages feature the best in Polynesian and Hawaiian entertainment.

Not all gated neighborhoods include resort-style recreational facilities. Most have a community pool and clubhouse but others may not. Some smaller developments offer no more than a playground for the kids or a natural open area where residents can walk their dog.