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The Arizona Biltmore: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Masterpiece

The Arizona Biltmore, referred to as the “Jewel of the Desert,” is part of Hilton’s line of luxurious Waldorf Astoria resorts. It’s one of Phoenix’s largest resorts. ...

6 Fantastic US Zoos

There is no need to travel far and wide to see wildlife in their natural habitats. Sure it would be nice to venture out on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari ride, yet for those who want to keep it ...

20 Fun Things to do in Phoenix Besides Shopping!

When it comes to shopping, the Phoenix metro is home to a seemingly endless supply of enticing options. From high end designer shopping, to bargain outlets, to beautiful open air complexes, this ...

A Beginner’s Retreat in the Desert: The Beautiful Kiwanis Trail at South Mountain Park in Phoenix

South Mountain Park in Phoenix, one of the largest urban parks in the world, is the place to take in peaceful, uninterrupted views of the gorgeous Sonoran desert. With over 50 miles of hiking, ...

Pinnacle Peak Trail: A Challenging Picturesque Hike in Scottsdale

The thought of hiking in the intolerable Phoenix heat during the summer is an unbearable thought. Even pre-sunrise, the temps still crawl into the 90’s. Luckily, with the arrival of winter ...

Attraction of the Week: Phoenix Zoo Lights

I love attending various light displays no matter where I travel. We took a quick daytrip from Flagstaff to check out the Phoenix Zoo Lights. I have been to many of these zoo festivals in different ...

The Phoenix Zoo: A Gorgeous Landscaped Zoo in the Desert

The Phoenix Zoo is one of the best I’ve visited and this is coming from someone who had access to Brookfield Zoo in Chicago growing up. What I really loved about this zoo was the large animal ...

Usery Mountain Regional Park: Cacti & Mountain Views in Mesa

If you have ever vacationed in the Phoenix metro, then you probably know that beautiful nature surrounds the city in every direction. There are so many wonderful hikes in the Sonoran desert; I ...

A Relaxing Cruise Around Southern Arizona’s Saguaro Lake

Recently, we took a wonderful narrated ride along Saguaro Lake, located inside the Tonto National Forest just 45 min northeast of Phoenix. While I prefer hiking amongst the tall cacti, it’s ...

Hiking in the Desert Sun: Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve

What I love most about southern Arizona is that there are so many breathtaking places to hike and mountain bike. Seriously, you will never run out of options. I have taken many daytrips here from ...