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Hiking Hotspot: A Stunning Climb Up Doe Mountain in Sedona

Sedona is my favorite hiking destination. After living in neighboring Flagstaff for 2+ years, I have my favorites which offer big views for moderate effort. For the most spectacular 360 degree views ...

Hiking Hotspot: The Sugarloaf Summit Trail in Sedona, Arizona

Sedona is an oasis for outdoor and fitness lovers. More and more tourists are planning trips to the area to take in the beauty of the stunning ancient red rock formations. On the downside, this ...

Attraction of the Week: Wupatki National Monument

Navajo Nation, which comprises the Northeastern portion of Arizona, Southeastern Utah, and Northwestern New Mexico, is the largest Native American reservation in the country. As the area covers a ...

Halloween in Jerome: The Largest Ghost Town in America

Since Mike and I moved to Flagstaff, we have had a great time exploring all the historical ghost towns throughout the state. We are both into the history and paranormal, so it’s been ...

Bear Jaw: A High Altitude Adventure on the San Francisco Peaks

Bear Jaw is one of the most jaw dropping trails in Flagstaff, Arizona, an area known for its’ abundance of gorgeous mountainside year-round recreational opportunities. Mike and I have hiked so ...

“Get Your Kicks on Route 66” in Williams, Arizona

The original “Mother Road,” as Route 66 was referred to by John Steinbeck in the classic Grapes of Wrath novel, was once a narrow 2 lane road, spanning from Chicago all the way to the ...

Attraction of the Week: Standin’ on the Corner Park in Winslow, Arizona

Since moving to Flagstaff, Mike and I have been checking out a lot of oddball attractions. We love exploring quirky roadside type attractions. We drive around a lot (sometimes hours on the ...

Attraction of the Week: Petroglyph National Monument in Albuquerque

Petroglyph National Monument is quite an interesting addition to any Albuquerque vacation. On our recent trip to the historical city, exploring this underappreciated attraction was one of our ...

Hiking Hotspot: Red Mountain in Flagstaff, Arizona

I have hiked many great trails in the Coconino National Forest since moving to Flagstaff. One of the most unique hikes I’ve come across is called Red Mountain. This hike is a bit different as ...

Attraction of the Week: La Jolla Cove in San Diego

I’ve been wanting to take a trip to San Diego for such a long time. I even lived in the L.A. area for a year a while back and never had the opportunity to visit. After a recent move to ...