What To Do In Cottonwood Arizona
Cottonwood is a quaint oasis in the desert. It's home to many unique attractions that will leave you amazed. Jerome, Arizona Jerome is a historic mining town full of character. You’ll find it located just outside the north entrance to Cottonwood in
Visit Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Close To Old Town In Cottonwood, Arizona
The Dead Horse Ranch State Park is located in Cottonwood, Arizona. This state park is less than two miles from Old Town in Cottonwood. The Dead Horse Ranch was once a working ranch before it became a popular destination for
Ride the Grand Canyon Railway to the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon Railway is a great way to get to the Grand Canyon. It departs from Williams, Arizona, which is a great little town with plenty of restaurants and shops. The train has several classes of service, including sleeper
Top 6 Destinations To Visit In Arizona
Arizona is the perfect place for you to visit. It's filled with many beautiful and unique places to go and see. You'll find that Arizona has so much to offer from its many mountains, deserts, forests, and other attractions. There
Explore The Beauty Of Arizona
Arizona is a big state with lots to see and do. But where should you start? We have your answer! NATURE: Arizona’s vernal pools dry up in summer, but for a few weeks each year, they are a haven for fairy
The Wigwam Village Motel An Enjoyable Retro Throwback To The ’30s
The Wigwam Village Motel #2 is a nostalgic throwback to the 1930s when America's highways were being built, tourism was taking off and people were traveling more than ever before. It has survived decades of change, including the rise of
Kids Get Hands-On Learning At The Arizona Science Center
The Arizona Science Center has been a staple of downtown Phoenix for almost forty years. It’s an institution where kids can have fun and learn something new at the same time. The center features more than 300 hands-on exhibits that
Take A Drive Down Old Route 66
Route 66 is one of America's most famous highways, not to mention its first highway. Route 66 has been immortalized by an old TV show, a Nat King Cole song, and even the Pixar film Cars. While it's no longer
Are You A Space Enthusiast? Then Lowell Observatory Should Be On Your List Of To Do’s
The Lowell Observatory is the perfect place to unwind and let your mind wander. With a wide-open view of Flagstaff’s night sky, it offers visitors an unparalleled perspective on what's up there. A planetarium show provides insight into our universe,
Experience Grand Canyon Caverns Suite Stay 200 Feet Below Ground
For the adventurous spirit with a love of the outdoors, you can now stay at one of the most unique hotels in America. Located 200 feet below ground and beneath a working ranch, Grand Canyon Caverns offers an authentic western
The Amazing Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
We’re often told to see the world through our own eyes, but sometimes there is a landscape so iconic that you have no choice but to appreciate it through someone else’s. As soon as you enter the Southwest, you start
Visit Slide Rock State Park One Of Arizona’s most popular warm-weather destinations.
With its refreshing swimming holes, unique hiking trails, and wide-open picnic areas, it's no wonder Slide Rock State Park is one of America's most famous outdoor destinations. The park is situated along the banks of Oak Creek in Sedona, Ariz.,
Secret Swimming hole located in McHood City Park is a great place to visit
McHood is a great place to visit!! But even the best towns have hidden places that you must visit. The most fun place in McHood is an old swimming hole located in McHood City Park. It has been there forever,
Great Places To Eat In Scottsdale & The Greater Phoenix Area
The Mission Location: 7122 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Website: https://www.themissionaz.com/the-mission-kierland Type of food and atmosphere: I would describe the type of food as eclectic Mexican; there are certainly traditional flavors and dishes that you would expect to find, but there is
5 Lakes You Need To Visit While In Arizona
Lake Havasu Location. Lake Havasu is located in western Arizona.Water quality. This lake's water quality is rated as fair, with higher than average levels of aquatic plant growth and lower than average levels of pH and dissolved oxygen throughout the year.Activities
Best Places To Visit While In Arizona
Phoenix Phoenix is Arizona's biggest city and has a lot to offer those who visit. You can find a huge variety of great places to eat, shop, see, do or even live. If you enjoy the outdoors and natural beauty, it's
Great Golf Courses To Visit While In Arizona
Troon North Golf Club Course Rating: 72.9Course Length: 7,033 yardsDifficulty: Moderate; you'll have a challenge if you're off your game, but it won't be impossible to match par or better.Features/Amenities: The Sonoran Desert views are spectacular, the layout is challenging and
Cool Things In Arizona: What Is A Sonoran dog?
A Sonoran dog is a warm, chewy bun filled with a juicy grilled hot dog. CREDIT: BHOFACK2 | DEPOSITPHOTOS The Sonoran dog is a classic grilled hot dog with bacon, but it's so much more than that. The hot dog is wrapped
Great Resorts To Visit While In Arizona
The Canyon Villas at The Phoenician CREDIT: PATRYK_KOSMIDER | DEPOSITPHOTOS The Canyon Villas at The Phoenician resort is perfect if you want a hotel with great views, a nice pool, and spacious rooms.It's also known for its friendly staff, good location, reasonable
4 Great Small Towns To Visit While In Arizona
Winslow Arizona CREDIT: GIOIAK2 | DEPOSITPHOTOS If you're looking for a small town with a charming ambiance, Winslow is where you want to be. The town is tucked away in the northeast corner of Arizona, about an hour and a half from
Shopping While In Scottsdale Arizona
Shopping Malls CREDIT: PAHA_L | DEPOSITPHOTOS Scottsdale has several shopping malls, each with its own unique vibe and variety of stores. One of the most popular shopping destinations in the Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall. Fashion Square features more than 200 stores, including
Day Trips In And Around Phoenix Arizona
Try hiking at Lost Dutchman State Park CREDIT: NEILLD | DEPOSITPHOTOS Located in the Sonoran Desert, Lost Dutchman State Park is located in Apache Junction, Arizona. This state park has over six miles of trails to hike on while enjoying the beautiful
Great Resorts To Visit In Scottsdale Arizona
Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort is an all-suite resort, so you're sure to have a wonderful vacation when you stay there. This resort is located in the posh Gainey Ranch and it's just minutes
Things To Do While In Wickenburg, Arizona
Desert Caballeros Western Museum Desert Caballeros Western Museum is a museum in Wickenburg, Arizona. It was established in 1960. Its permanent collection of art includes an extensive collection of works by Joe Beeler and George Phippen. It also has a rotating
Route 66 Celebrates its 95th Anniversary
The allure of Route 66 has never faded since it was designated in November 1926. This iconic American highway is famous the world over, as visitors flock to it, to drive on it, by the millions every year. Still to
The Four Worst Words In Travel? “Damn! She’s Right Again.”
It was a dark and rainy flight. The turbulence was so bad over the Atlantic the lights were mostly out and meals could not be served. The hard landing at Lisbon’s Portela Airport caused bags and duty free to burst from
The Americans
The United States dollar took another pounding on German, French, and British exchanges this morning, hitting the lowest point ever known in West Germany. It has declined there by 41% since 1971, and this Canadian thinks it's time to speak
The Footprint Center
Phoenix, America’s 6th largest city, presents a plethora of possibilities for its visitors and residents. A cosmopolitan city with buildings rising from the Sonoran Desert like the mountains that surround it, the metropolis reawakened after centuries of dormancy from its
An Icon’s Roots in Arizona
Arizona served as background for many of John Wayne’s great films, such as the tall sandstone buttes of Monument Valley seen in The Searchers, but the popular actor left much more in the state than a film legacy. A man
Mountain Camelback Climbing
Well, many who visit the Valley every year clearly have not. Climbing Camelback Mountain (or any other mountain) must be taken seriously. It’s a dangerous endeavor, even when it’s not 115 degrees, and if you are not well equipped for
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park
WOW, UNBELIEVABLE and simply AWESOME
Murder Mystery In Scottsdale – The 1978 Murder Of Actor Bob Crane
In the summer of 1978 actor Bob Crane, who had starred in the popular 1960s TV series Hogan’s Heroes, was in Scottsdale for a four- week performance in Beginner’s Luck at the Windmill Dinner Theater. On June 29 a co-star
Flagstaff – Rides The Rails
Over 100 freight and passenger trains pass through Flagstaff every day. Like Northern Arizona University, Lowell Observatory, Snowbowl, Black Bart’s Steakhouse and December snowstorms, the railways remain a major transportation route, and is an important part of the culture in
Welcome To Our Great State Of Arizona
On behalf of the Grand Canyon State, WanderAZ magazine extends you a warm and hearty welcome. Welcome to Arizona! Arizona remains a world-class travel destination. In 2019, the state had almost 49 million overnight visitors breaking another record for the 4th consecutive
Tantrum Wines of Willcox
In the decades since Dr. Gordon Dutt wrote a cleverly masked grant proposal to conduct a feasibility study on wine grape growing. We have seen the quiet, but steady rise of Arizona wine. From being served at the White House
The Blue Water Grill – Voted Phoenix’s # 1 Seafood Restaurant
The Blue Water Grill is now at their new home after more than 20 years serving customers the world over on the Camelback corridor. They are now located at 1525 East Bethany Home Road at 16th Street just off Highway
Med Aire – Covers You World-Wide
For more than thirty-five years, MedAire has delivered the best possible remote medical, security and operational support to clients in the air, on land and at sea. At the core of MedAire are our medical, security and logistics experts. In 1983
The Allure Of America’s Route 66
The famed pianist and composer Bobby Troup wrote the iconic hit song; “Get Your Kicks on Route 66.” As a former pianist with the renowned Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, Troup headed west with millions of other World War II veterans. He
Downtown Phoenix – A Revitalized City Core Brings Life To Core Brings Life To Downtown
Knowing Phoenix and Its Attractions America’s 5th largest city that presents a wide array of possibilities for visitors and residents alike. A cosmopolitan city with buildings rising from the Sonoran Desert, just like the mountains that surround it. The metropolis reawakened
Out of Africa Wildlife Park
While many animal attractions boast of getting up close and personal, none can claim the immersive nature of Out of Africa with its African-like sanctuary; one that respects the animals with spacious natural habitats and provides you with an unforgettable
The Grand Canyon Railway
In the late 1800s a stagecoach ride from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon cost $15 and also took a rough 8 hours. With a meal and a bed in a tent that cost an additional $1 apiece. However, all that
Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona’s Premier Winter Destination During the winter, a snowy wonderland emerges from the desert. Just north of Flagstaff, the San Francisco Peaks and extensive pine trees seemingly appear from nowhere against the miles of rugged desert that surround them.
If ‘Traveling While Stupid’ was Against the Law–I’d Still Be In A Spanish Jail!
I’ve always considered myself a keen backpacker, a respectful traveler, a very appreciative hitchhiker (I buy lunch or a drink!) Even as a senior citizen I still hitchhike in safe places like Portugal, Madeira and The Azores. But after much
