Articles in Category: West

Attraction of the Week: Trees of Mystery in Northern California

Attraction of the Week: Trees of Mystery in Northern California

Trees of Mystery is a touristy, yet very entertaining and worthwhile roadside attraction which gives you the opportunity to learn more about the beautiful coast redwood trees. Before visiting, I ...

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Attraction of the Week: The Beautiful Trails at Northern Arizona’s Fort Tuthill County Park

Attraction of the Week: The Beautiful Trails at Northern Arizona’s Fort Tuthill County Park

Fort Tuthill is a beautiful 413 acre Northern Arizona park located in Coconino County just outside of Flagstaff. I lived just minutes down the road in Kachina Village and used this beautiful local ...

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Exploring the Beautiful South Rim of the Grand Canyon

Exploring the Beautiful South Rim of the Grand Canyon

Living in Northern Arizona for several years, I had the unique opportunity to visit the Grand Canyon several times. As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, I believe at least a quick stop ...

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All Aboard The Grand Canyon Railway

All Aboard The Grand Canyon Railway

The Grand Canyon Railway is a fun & stress-free mode of transportation to the magnificent South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Although there are 2 rims, the South is open all year and home to more ...

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The Phoenix Zoo: A Gorgeous Landscaped Zoo in the Desert

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 ...

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A Drive Through Beautiful Bearizona Wildlife Park

A Drive Through Beautiful Bearizona Wildlife Park

Bearizona is a drive-thru wildlife park located in small town Williams. It’s one of the many great attractions which I have added to my Northern Arizona best of tourist guide since relocating ...

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

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 ...

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Hiking the Incredibly Scenic Fat Man’s Loop in Flagstaff, Arizona

Hiking the Incredibly Scenic Fat Man’s Loop in Flagstaff, Arizona

Since moving to Flagstaff, I’ve enjoyed most of the trails in and around town. I hike nearly every weekend; it’s hard to travel anywhere else when the scenery here is so ...

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15 Budget Friendly Spring Vacation Destinations

15 Budget Friendly Spring Vacation Destinations

Spring is one of the best times to take a vacation. Unlike the peak summer season, planning a getaway during this less hectic time of the year means cheaper flights, cheaper hotels, attractive ...

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5 Rustic Winter Getaways

5 Rustic Winter Getaways

The temperatures have cooled down, the leaves are falling off the trees, holiday decor is beginning to pop up everywhere, and thoughts of holiday treats have begun to spring up. This can only mean ...

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