The Phoenix to Las Vegas drive is not a route that typically excites people. In fact, the fastest and most common route between the two cities along the US-93 highway doesn’t pass through anything of interest and can, at times, feel as if you’re just trudging along through barren, endless desert. However, if you take the time to venture away from the quickest route ad decide to take a leisurely … Read More
Planning a San Diego to Grand Canyon road trip has the chance to take you through some of the most interesting and beautiful desert scenery in the Southwestern United States. Winding from the beautiful pacific coast through the arid California desert and finally to the pine forests of Northern Arizona, the drive from San Diego to the Grand Canyon has a lot that is going for it. If you want … Read More
The Sedona to Grand Canyon drive, a route between two of the most popular places to visit in the state of Arizona, is a short trip but full of some great places to stop along the way. If you are planning to visit the state, you will want to hit up both of these amazing destinations for their incredible natural beauty. Because they are so near each other, it can … Read More
In a typical year, millions of visitors from around the world flock to Arizona in winter. Affectionately known as “snowbirds,” they are usually headed to Southern Arizona, which is internationally known for its sunny desert climate that can beat the winter blues. With about 350 days of sunshine per year and winter days that have average highs in the 60s and 70s Fahrenheit (high teens to mid-20s Celsius), it can … Read More
There is no denying that visiting Phoenix in winter is one of the best times to head to the Arizona capital. When many other cities in the USA are shut in and tucked under a frozen blanket, winter is when Phoenix tends to experience some of the most pleasant temperatures and it is actually bearable to be outside. Known for its abundant sunshine, great restaurants and fantastic outdoor activities, spending … Read More
If you are headed to Northern Arizona for a vacation, you will probably stay for at least a few days in either Sedona or Flagstaff. Both are fun small cities to explore and are also great bases to launch your outdoor explorations of this part of the state. Since they are nearby each other, you can easily visit both, but you will probably want to stay in just one of … Read More
Taking a Phoenix to Moab road trip is a great adventure through the desert Southwest. You’ll see some of the most incredible geologic features in the United States, including the Mogollon Rim, the Colorado Plateau, and the mysterious red rock formations in northeast Arizona and Southeast Utah that have made the area a sacred site for the Navajo and other tribes. This area has drawn travelers from around the world … Read More
Zion and the Grand Canyon are two iconic national parks tourists like to visit in one trip through the desert Southwest. On your Zion to Grand Canyon road trip, you’ll also see some of the most beautiful sites in all of southern Utah and northern Arizona. There is a reason you’ll see tourists from all over the world at these sites: they have a natural wonder that is unmatched. Make … Read More