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
The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community is bounded by the cities of Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa and Fountain Hills and encompasses 52,600 acres, with 19,000 held as a natural preserve. With two distinct backgrounds
