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11 Best Coffee Shops in Flagstaff, AZ (Local Favorites for 2026)

11 Best Coffee Shops in Flagstaff, AZ (Local Favorites for 2026)

by daniellenfairbanks | Nov 19, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Coffee, Flagstaff

11 Best Coffee Shops in Flagstaff, AZ (Local Favorites for 2026) Whether you’re fueling up before hiking Humphreys Peak, warming up after skiing at Arizona Snowbowl, or exploring Downtown Flagstaff in any of its beautiful seasons, you’ll find plenty of...
Hot Air Balloon Ride in Sedona: My Experience

Hot Air Balloon Ride in Sedona: My Experience

by daniellenfairbanks | Nov 9, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Sedona

Hot Air Balloon Ride in Sedona: My Experience There’s no better way to take in Sedona’s stunning red rock scenery than from the sky. A hot air balloon ride in Sedona offers a once-in-a-lifetime perspective of its vibrant desert landscape at sunrise. I’ve been...
Robbers Roost Sedona: A Hike Guide

Robbers Roost Sedona: A Hike Guide

by daniellenfairbanks | Nov 5, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Sedona

Robbers Roost Sedona: A Hike Guide Tucked away in the rugged backcountry, Robbers Roost Sedona is one of those hidden gems that’s so worth it. Once rumored to be a hideout for bootleggers and outlaws, this short hike leads to a beautiful cave overlooking red...
Where to Stay in Sedona — From Someone Who’s Been 30 Times

Where to Stay in Sedona — From Someone Who’s Been 30 Times

by daniellenfairbanks | Oct 31, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Sedona

Where to Stay in Sedona — From Someone Who’s Been 30 Times Sedona is one of the most beautiful places in Arizona — and where you stay can completely shape your experience. From luxury resorts with red rock views to boutique hotels, cozy cabins, and unique desert...
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Best Restaurants in Sedona

by daniellenfairbanks | Oct 27, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Sedona

Best Restaurants in Sedona Whether you’re refueling after a red rock hike or planning a romantic dinner with a view, Sedona’s food scene is as vibrant as its sunsets. From creekside patios to rooftop cocktails, my guide covers the best restaurants in Sedona for every...
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7 can’t-miss hikes near phoenix, arizona 🌵 🥾 lost 7 can’t-miss hikes near phoenix, arizona 🌵

🥾 lost goldmine trail
⛰️ usery mountain
🌵 tom’s thumb trail
🌅 piestewa peak
💧 butcher jones trail
🏜️ peralta trail to fremont saddle
🌊 wave cave trail

the best time to hike near phoenix is typically october through april, when temperatures are cooler—always check current trail conditions, bring plenty of water and avoid hiking during extreme heat.

which arizona hike would you choose first? 👇
no wild horses this morning, but the hubby caught no wild horses this morning, but the hubby caught a bass 🎣

📍coon bluff recreation area, salt river

share your morning views in a photo in the comments 👇🏼
most people drive right through 📍tusayan on their most people drive right through 📍tusayan on their way to the grand canyon—but this little town deserves a spot on your itinerary too 👀🌲 #ad 

located just outside the south entrance of grand canyon national park (1 mile!!), @townoftusayanaz makes the perfect home base for exploring the canyon

things to do in tusayan:
🥾 hike (greenway trail, arizona trail, etc)
🚲 bike the greenway trail all the way to the canyon
🚁unique tours like helicopters, off-road vehicles, horseback riding, etc
☕️ eat (from morning coffee to breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
🛌 stay (the best way to see the grand canyon at sunrise or sunset is to stay overnight in tusayan!)

save this for your next grand canyon trip—and tell me: have you ever stopped in tusayan?

PS- the grand canyon is OPEN despite recent circumstances. in park lodging is closed overnight currently and water is limited, but tusayan’s lodging is OPEN & water is available! 

#exploretusayan #experiencegrandcanyon

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