Overview

Create your personalized Tucson Gem Show shopping experience where we will visit several shows across Tucson over the span of two full days. One all-inclusive cost covers 3 nights lodging plus two (2) fully guided 8-hour shopping days, multiple meals, transportation, and parking. Use my detailed knowledge of the best shows, vendors, pricing, and partner opportunities to secure great deals based on your specific interests.

We'll work together before you arrive to build a personalized show itinerary based on your interests. I will provide all transportation to the shows, pay for parking, and guide you through each show with introductions to the best vendors for your interests. I will also share secrets on how to negotiate the best deal on the things you want. That's right. There's a lot of negotiation involved and you can literally save hundreds of dollars on your purchases! This experience really pays for itself.

The stay also includes lodging at my home studio for 3 nights (arrive after 3pm on Day 1 and depart by 10am on Day 4) as well as six (6) meals (3 breakfasts and 3 dinners), and arrival pickup from the airport (if you are arriving by plane). You will most likely not require a car rental since I will pick you up at the airport and you will be able to Uber/Lyft back to the airport on the final day.

Once our day has wrapped up you can wind down and enjoy a cocktail while watching an amazing Arizona sunset or even playing with my two friendly Maine Coon cats.

You’ll stay in your own private room (queen-sized bed and private bathroom) at my home studio and enjoy meals, Wi-Fi, neighborhood walks, birdwatching, and majestic sunset and star viewing from 2,700 foot elevation in the Catalina Foothills. You may also want to dip your toes in the pool. Custom massages also can be scheduled upon request.

Additionally, you will also be able to shop my personally curated collection of materials that I don't offer for sale online, acquired over many years of travel and prior Gem Show attendance.

Student Testimonials

"The Stay and Play experience with Cathy was amazing. Her experience with the Gem Show streamlined the whole process and allowed me to focus only on my needs. I appreciated the way she tailored our studio time for my specific requirements. I learned exactly what I needed to learn. Cathy and Greg were wonderful hosts and showed my some of the best things that Tucson has to offer. Thank you!"

- Kim W., Le Claire, Iowa

"Every stay and play experience with Cathy is amazing...and I've done quite a few! Do not wait! Relax, renew, and revive your inner artistic spirit. Your accommodations are 5-star hotel worthy and the food is fantastic. Spectacular sunrise and sunsets from the zen garden backyard with lots of bird watching. Cathy makes the Gem Show experience less intimidating and handles all the details so you don't have to stress at all. Tremendous fun packed into a few days!"

- Vicki W., Colorado Springs, Colorado

Available Dates

All date options are now available! Note: Dates have been updated as of October 22, 2024.

· Option # 1 - January 31-February 3, arrive after 3pm 1/31, depart by 10am 2/3

· Option # 2 - February 5-8, arrive after 3pm 2/5, depart by 10am 2/8

· Option # 3 - February 12-15, arrive after 3pm 2/12, depart by 10am 2/15

All-Inclusive

All-inclusive packages are $ 975 for 3 nights lodging, 2 guided shopping days , 6 meals, transportation, and show parking.

Secure your reservation by paying a $ 500 deposit now by selecting the Registration | Payment link and finding the dates you want. Reservations are on a first come, first served basis and will be confirmed via email within 48 hours. The remaining $ 475 balance will be directly invoiced via PayPal and due 21 days prior to your arrival.

Cancellation policy: Both the deposit and balance payment are non-refundable once paid, however, your payment can be used as a future credit for other workshops, classes, studio hours, or product purchases for up to 6 months after the cancellation date.

Be sure to consider your dates carefully prior to making a commitment.

If you have any questions email cathy@cathyflesher.com for more information.