Skiing, snow, cool summer temperatures, and majestic pine covered mountains…these things do not typically spring to mind when thinking of Arizona. Rather, cactus, brutal 100+ degree summers, and dry, dusty desert scenery are often the only thing people think of when they hear ...

As one of the most spectacular wonders of the world, the magnificent Grand Canyon draws in millions of visitors per year. Tourists come from all over the world to marvel at the beauty of this stunning 277 mile long, 1 mile deep canyon, which was formed 6 million years ago from ongoing erosion ...

The Albuquerque Zoo is part of the ABQ Biopark, one of the city’s best attractions for new tourists. This great city attraction includes 3 great parks for 1 price (before 1pm). For just $22 you can check out the zoo, aquarium, and botanical gardens, which makes for a perfect little relaxing ...

Lockett Meadow to Inner Basin, a spectacular 1.7 mile out-and-back journey through towering aspen trees, is Flagstaff’s premier fall and summer hike. If there is any trail to add to your Northern Arizona outdoor adventure bucket list, the Inner Basin hike is definitely one of the most ...

In terms of hiking in Northern Arizona, it doesn’t get much better than a day out exploring the beautiful scenery of Oak Creek Canyon, a unique area of the state home to dense green ponderosa forests and towering multi-hue sandstone formations. A number of hiking trails are available to soak ...

Standin’ on the Corner Park is a popular road stop destination amongst fans of the classic 1970’s Eagles song “Take it Easy” (co-written by Glenn Frey and Jackson Browne). Winslow, Arizona, a small town 60 miles east of Flagstaff just off of Rt 66, famously was mentioned in ...

The 2.7 mile long Sandia Peak tramway in Albuquerque, New Mexico is one of the longest aerial rides in the world. 2016 marked the tram’s 50th anniversary. A 15 minute ride (the tram supports 10,000 lbs and holds up to 50 people!) will take you to the top of the 10,378 foot tall Sandia ...

The Kachina Trail is one of 3 hiking options at Arizona Snowbowl, a year-round outdoor destination for various sports such as skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, running, and mountain biking. While the most popular summer activity at Snowbowl is taking a scenic chairlift ride, a more budget friendly ...

Petroglyph National Monument is quite an interesting addition to any Albuquerque vacation. While most tourists will be busy feasting on authentic New Mexican cuisine in historic Old Town, taking a scenic ride on the Sandia Peak tramway, and/or enjoying a narrated Breaking Bad tour, planning for a ...

San Diego is no doubt one of the most beautiful coastal vacation destinations. The main advantage in choosing San Diego for your next vacation adventure is the never ending supply of year-round recreational activities to choose amongst. The desirable 70 degree year-round temps and mostly sunny ...