Expert advice on family trips, girlfriend getaways & romantic escapes
November 23, 2011 | Author: ColoradoGal
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, welcomes children from the moment they first enter the lobby with a special counter just their height and "VIK (Very Important Kid) Check-in." Add more kid-friendly services, a water slide and spacious rooms to the mix, and [Read more]
Posted in: Family Travel | no comments
June 16, 2011 | Author: SoCalGal
Quincy Tahoma was a Navajo painter from Arizona and New Mexico. While he died at an early age, his contributions to Navajo art stirred the interest of my friend and fellow travel writer, Vera Baderscher. She co-wrote Quincy Tahoma: The Life and Legacy of a [Read more]
Posted in: Interviews | 7 comments
April 29, 2011 | Author: ColoradoGal
Sure, Phoenix in the summertime is steamy hot, but that's what all the great resort pools are for -- to cool off! And Phoenix/Scottsdale resorts really roll out the red carpet for families once the school year ends. check out these deals, discounts and [Read more]
Posted in: Destinations, Family Travel | 4 comments
January 26, 2010 | Author: SoCalGal
I visited Flagstaff AZ late last spring, and I'm still talking about it. There are so many fun and interesting things to do in and around Flagstaff that a return vacation is definitely in order. The Grand Canyon, one of the best US National Parks, is pretty [Read more]
Posted in: Budget Travel, Destinations, Family Travel, Romantic Getaways | 12 comments
November 2, 2009 | Author: SoCalGal
Jerome, Arizona is a short drive from Sedona. The Wild West setting, 1800's mining boom and bust, population decline and potential of Jerome turning into a ghost town would be a familiar tale - but the artists who moved here in the 1960's revived Jerome and [Read more]
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October 30, 2009 | Author: SoCalGal
Sedona is famously beautiful, with red cliffs and vistas that can seem otherworldly. An outdoorsy Sedona vacation is easily had, but the last time I traveled to this part of Arizona, I took a short detour west to Jerome, Arizona. For its art and historic [Read more]
Posted in: Budget Travel, Destinations, Family Travel | 4 comments
August 27, 2009 | Author: TwinCitiesGal
It's finally time to say good-bye to Tucson. I've lived here many years and have enjoyed every moment. There is so much to see and do in Southern Arizona and, let me tell you, there is nothing more breathtaking than a Sonoran Desert sunset (thank the dusty [Read more]
Posted in: Destinations | 4 comments
July 15, 2009 | Author: TwinCitiesGal
Where do I begin...Hidden Meadow Ranch is located on 150 acres in the beautiful White Mountains of Arizona and is one of those locations that you say, "You just have to go to really understand how wonderful it is." But today I will try my best to give you a [Read more]
Posted in: Family Travel | no comments
July 7, 2009 | Author: SoCalGal
Flagstaff is one of my favorite cities in the Southwest. It's the best spot to make "home base" during a trip to northern Arizona, with Sedona 30 miles to the south and the Grand Canyon just a 50-odd miles away. American history buffs love Flagstaff for its [Read more]
Posted in: Destinations, Family Travel, Girlfriend Getaways, Travel Tips | 1 comment
June 5, 2009 | Author: SoCalGal
Sedona is one of my favorite US vacation destinations, no doubt. Whether it's a family trip or a romantic getaway, the glorious scenery and outdoor adventure opportunities make it one of my top recommendations for travel. So when the owner of the Innovative [Read more]
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