Arizona
Five Fantastic Destinations in Arizona for Equally Fantastic prices
If you’re looking for the perfect place for your vacation this summer, look no further than Arizona. It gets pretty warm in the summer, but drink plenty of water or jump in the closest pool because it’s worth it for the great deals you are going to get. There are plenty of things to … Continue reading
Pin ItSheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort in Chandler, Arizona
I only have one teeny, tiny regret about our stay at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort in Chandler. We only got to stay one night. We were heading home the next day after our epic tour of the Grand Canyon state and had arranged a stay at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort for … Continue reading
Pin ItHaven in the Desert: The Inns at El Rancho Merlita
First, watch this video. Now, let me assure you that yes, it is just like that. The Inns at El Rancho Merlita in Tucson are tucked neatly away in a neighborhood on the outskirts of the city and, once you drive up the driveway that wends through the desert and through the lovely gates, peace … Continue reading
Pin ItThe Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson
When we told our six-year grandson that we were going to Arizona and would probably visit the desert while we were there – at this point, we didn’t realize that most of Arizona is pretty much one big, albeit beautiful desert – he was tremendously excited. “Rattlesnakes live in the desert! You will probably see … Continue reading
Pin ItCulinary Delights at Deseo in the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
Have you ever heard the expression “Life is short, eat dessert first”? As I took a bite of the fantastically designed and fabulous tasting dessert at Deseo, I thought possibly I might consider that the next time I am there. Because it was not only delicious, it, like everything else at Deseo, obviously had time … Continue reading
Pin ItSpa Day at the Agave Spa at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
I told you all about my intense and passionate love affair with the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa and now I’m going to tell you another of the many, many reasons why I fell in love with this place and could easily spend a few more days there. Or a year. The Agave Spa. I … Continue reading
Pin ItHotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale, Arizona
We stepped into the lobby of the Hotel Valley Ho with trepidation. A hotel that was cool back in 1956? Just how cool was it going to be today? Answer? Pretty darn cool. As soon as we heard the 50’s and 60’s music in the lobby, we knew we were going to love it there. … Continue reading
Pin ItWine Me, Dine Me at the Southwest Bistro at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch
I popped the tiny appetizer of barbecued beef on a tostado chip into my mouth and nearly swooned with delight. The meat was tender, the chip was fresh and crunchy and please can I have another? Or possibly a dozen more? We were seated at the bar overlooking the busy demonstration kitchen area for Wine … Continue reading
Pin ItPink Jeep Tours, Sedona, Arizona
I gripped the armrest of my seat in the open jeep from Pink Jeep Tours, gazed at the tumbled red boulders in front of us and thought they are going to go around those right? They aren’t going to go right over them. Right? Right? Riiiiiight? As our hot pink jeep climbed the trademark red … Continue reading
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