The Sonoran Desert is the most biologically diverse of the 4 major US deserts. Surprisingly, a diverse range of plants and animals thrive in the harsh conditions. The Sonoran Desert is the wettest desert on Earth due to the strong summer monsoon season. The resulting lushness of the desert is a ...

Northern Arizona is a surprisingly diverse area of the country, especially in comparison to its’ southern counterpart. Instead of the towering Saguaro cacti of the Sonoran desert, you will find yourself immersed in the largest ponderosa pine forest in the world. Instead of 6 months of ...

For most people like myself, a nice steaming hot cup of coffee in the morning is the best way to start the day off right. However, in Southern Arizona, where temps climb past 100 on a daily basis for months on end, a hot cup of coffee may not seem as enticing. Not surprisingly, cold […]

Tucson does not typically come to mind first as an ideal holiday destination as many of us are accustomed to snowy wintry weather, overcast skies, and evergreen trees vs the mild climate and desert plant life found throughout Southern Arizona. It can be quite difficult to get into the holiday ...

Sabino Canyon is a desert oasis amidst the busy suburbs of Tucson. This is the place that both locals and tourists flock to for a relaxing natural escape from the suburban traffic, stoplights, and retail businesses. As soon as you enter the canyon, you are transported out of the city and into a ...

Tucson offers a number of attractions for those interested in learning more about the uniqueness of the Sonoran Desert. The wettest desert in North America is surprisingly home to an interesting mix of plant and animal life including the fascinating Saguaro cactus, which is only found within the ...

When summer in the Sonoran desert rolls around each year, bringing with it blazing sunshine and oftentimes triple digit heat, the morning is your friend. On any summertime visit to Tucson, you will quickly learn to take advantage of the (slightly) cooler morning temperatures. As you will likely be ...

Sedona, Arizona is a gorgeous Southwestern vacation destination, and by far, the most beautiful place to visit in Arizona (yes, even above the Grand Canyon!!). Towering ancient red rock formations dominate the landscape. And, through various means, including scenic drives, hikes, spectacular ...

Tumamoc Hill is a local Tucson hotspot for getting in a scenic workout close to the city. This urban oasis is one of the best options when it comes to hiking within a picturesque urban landscape. A very steep climb of approximately 1.5 miles leads you to a scenic overlook of the entire city. Along ...

Reid Park Zoo is a small 24 acre non-profit zoo in Tucson, Arizona. Although quite small, the zoo still houses over 250 animals including several endangered species such as the Gibbon and the Andean Bear. The landscaping is gorgeous, and surprisingly, there is ample shade for a desert environment. ...