Articles in Category: Southwest

Tips for Surviving the Desert Heat

Tips for Surviving the Desert Heat

Average summer temps in the desert can soar over 110 degrees for months on end! After surviving several summers in the Tucson area, I have come with a list of my best tips for surviving the extreme ...

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15 Hikes with Scenic Water Views

15 Hikes with Scenic Water Views

Hiking is a wonderful way to explore the natural flora and fauna of a new area, birdwatch, get in some exercise and sunshine, and enjoy some fantastic scenery. Featured below are 15 wonderful ...

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20 Spectacular & Free Tourist Attractions in the Southwest

20 Spectacular & Free Tourist Attractions in the Southwest

The Southwestern US is home to some of the most amazing natural wonders in the country. From beautiful underrated national parks, to the Saguaro studded Sonoran desert, to ancient million year old ...

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Attraction of the Week: Mercado San Agustin in Tucson

Attraction of the Week: Mercado San Agustin in Tucson

Mercado San Agustin, a beautiful open air courtyard, is the place to go in Tucson for a leisurely weekend brunch. The plaza is home to a number of local businesses including several great authentic ...

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The Top Ten Attractions in Flagstaff, Arizona

The Top Ten Attractions in Flagstaff, Arizona

Flagstaff is the gem of Arizona. I had the opportunity to live this in gorgeous mountain community for several years, long before it became the tourist hotspot it is today. This small, high altitude ...

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5 Scenic Attractions in Oro Valley, Arizona

5 Scenic Attractions in Oro Valley, Arizona

There are 5 gorgeous mountain ranges in the Tucson area, with the Catalinas being the most dramatic and awe-inspiring. It’s no surprise that the area has become popular with nature lovers, ...

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Bryson City: Gateway to the NC Smoky Mountains

Bryson City: Gateway to the NC Smoky Mountains

Mike and I planned a daytrip to Bryson City from Asheville mainly to hike the Three Waterfalls Loop. I also loved exploring the quaint Main Street. I skipped out on the train ride this time around ...

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15 Amazing Drives to add to your Bucket List

15 Amazing Drives to add to your Bucket List

Taking a scenic drive is one of the best ways to enjoy the natural wonders of an area. While hiking is my preferred means for taking in the vibe and scenery of an area, a leisurely cruise is my next ...

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6 Not-So-Scary Halloween Attractions

6 Not-So-Scary Halloween Attractions

From ghost tours, to haunted houses, to terrifying corn mazes, there are no shortage of extreme Halloween attractions across the country. In fact, the Halloween scare factor seems to grow by the ...

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10 Gorgeous Gardens to Visit

10 Gorgeous Gardens to Visit

Strolling around a beautiful garden is a great way to add on a bit of nature and relaxation to any vacation experience. There are dozens of fantastic gardens in cities across the US. From exotic ...

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