Times sure have changed! Many of the things that originally drew us to Vegas (cheap hotels, cheap buffets, no resort fees) are long gone. Vegas is now an entertainment destination rather than solely a place to gamble, meaning hotels, restaurants, and attractions are now pricier than ever. Just do ...

Zion National Park is, without a doubt, one of the most gorgeous places in the country. A visit to Zion is a fantastic bucket list addition for any fitness and outdoor enthusiasts. There are so many beautiful trails to explore featuring diverse & amazing scenery including gorgeous red rock ...

When it comes to shopping, Phoenix is home to a seemingly endless supply of enticing options. From high end designer shopping, to bargain outlets, to beautiful open air complexes, Phoenix truly is a shopping mecca with a little something for everyone. It’s no secret that the Phoenix metro ...

Boynton Canyon is a visually spectacular hike to a large box canyon. This is a beautiful moderate Sedona trail offering an attractive mix of desert and forest scenery. In addition, it is famous for being one of 4 major energy vortex sites (more about vortexes later on). Whether or not any special ...

South Mountain Park in Phoenix, one of the largest urban parks in the world, is the place to go hiking and take in peaceful, uninterrupted views of the gorgeous Sonoran desert. With over 50 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, it would take forever to run out of new, exciting options. ...

Flagstaff, Arizona is a very popular road trip stop due to its’ close proximity to numerous national parks such as The Grand Canyon, The Petrified National Forest, and Zion National Park just to name a few. Because of its’ many hotels, restaurants, and attractions, it’s also a ...

Flagstaff, Arizona was recently declared Arizona’s official Winter Wonderland by Governor Doug Ducey. When thinking of an Arizona winter escape, palm trees, golf, and sunny, warm days typically come to mind. However, a winter trip to Northern Arizona is a fantasy for anyone who loves snow ...

The Petrified National Forest, located nearby Holbrook in the Northeastern portion of Arizona, is named as so for its’ large quantities of petrified wood. In 1906, the forest became a national monument. During the Triassic Period (which came just before Jurassic and is therefore known as ...

The thought of hiking in the intolerable Phoenix heat during the summer months is unbearable, that is unless you set out before 7am, and even then it is still miserable with temps crawling towards the 90s!. Luckily, with the arrival of winter comes almost perfect hiking conditions. Winters in the ...

Little Horse Trail, one of the numerous hiking options within the Coconino National Forest of Sedona, is a moderate trail which is suitable for hikers of all skill levels. Despite the short distance, this trail provides an amazing look into Sedona’s majestic red rock landscape. If you are ...