Articles in Category: Southwest

Unique Things to Do: A Guide to Unusual, Fascinating, & Off the Beaten Path Attractions

Unique Things to Do: A Guide to Unusual, Fascinating, & Off the Beaten Path Attractions

I love seeking out strange and unusual places as much as I love visiting well known national parks and tourist attractions. After several visits to the same old, same old, it’s fun to seek out ...

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5 Amazing Sedona Hikes Under 5 Miles

5 Amazing Sedona Hikes Under 5 Miles

I have been exploring the many breathtaking trails around Sedona since moving to neighboring Flagstaff. After just a few hikes, I quickly decided that seeing the enchanting red rocks is even more ...

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Hiking Hotspot: Tumamoc Hill in Tucson

Hiking Hotspot: Tumamoc Hill in Tucson

Tumamoc Hill is a local Tucson hotspot for getting in a scenic workout close to the city. I found about this one quickly after moving here and it became one of my favorite hikes when I wanted to get ...

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Attraction of the Week: Reid Park Zoo in Tucson

Attraction of the Week: Reid Park Zoo in Tucson

Reid Park Zoo is a small 24 acre non-profit zoo in Tucson. Although quite small, the zoo still houses over 250 animals including several endangered species such as the Gibbon and the Andean Bear. ...

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6 Easy Sedona Hikes with Fabulous Red Rock Views

6 Easy Sedona Hikes with Fabulous Red Rock Views

Sedona, Arizona is a natural wonderland – an amazing vacation destination for the hiker and nature lover. Hundreds of miles of trails give even the most avid hiker an endless supply of ...

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6 Fantastic Hiking Areas in Phoenix

6 Fantastic Hiking Areas in Phoenix

Although most of us associate Phoenix’s seemingly endless triple digit heat summer season with hiding indoors as much as possible, the milder fall and winter months are the time to get out ...

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10 Odd & Interesting Off-the-Beaten Path Arizona Destinations

10 Odd & Interesting Off-the-Beaten Path Arizona Destinations

It is no secret that Arizona is home to some of the most unique landscapes in the country. Since moving here, I’ve had so much fun exploring. Nearly every weekend, Mike and I are out-and-about ...

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Hiking Hotspot: Beautiful Catalina State Park in Tucson, Arizona

Hiking Hotspot: Beautiful Catalina State Park in Tucson, Arizona

I absolutely love hiking next to the tall cacti in Tucson. I moved to this gorgeous suburb called Oro Valley (about 20 minutes from the city) and had the opportunity to explore all these wonderful ...

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8 Fantastic Off-the-Beaten Path Vegas Attractions

8 Fantastic Off-the-Beaten Path Vegas Attractions

Once you finally land in Vegas, its quite hard to draw yourself away from the excitement of The Strip. Totally understable with all the fabulous restaurants, shows, casinos, and endless ...

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25 Must-Do’s in the Phoenix Metro Area

25 Must-Do’s in the Phoenix Metro Area

Although this may come as a surprise to many, there is much more to do in the Phoenix area than simply shopping, dining, and lounging around luxury resorts. With endless sunny days, little rain ...

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