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Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 13, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Shops & Restaurants

Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona Scottsdale is known for its sunshine, stylish neighborhoods, and vibrant food scene—and its coffee shops are no exception. Whether you’re looking for a beautifully designed café in Old Town, a cozy spot to get some work done,...
Hot Air Balloon Tour Phoenix: A Review

Hot Air Balloon Tour Phoenix: A Review

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 8, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix, Scottsdale

Hot Air Balloon Tour Phoenix: A Review While the city offers countless attractions on the ground, nothing compares to the serene and spectacular experience of a hot air balloon tour. Imagine floating effortlessly above the Sonoran Desert as the sun paints the sky with...
18 Best Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ (Beyond the Resorts)

18 Best Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ (Beyond the Resorts)

by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 17, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Phoenix, Scottsdale

18 Best Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ (Beyond the Resorts) Scottsdale, Arizona – the name often conjures images of luxurious resorts, championship golf courses, and vibrant nightlife. And sure, it does have all of that. But as a local who’s called this desert...
The Best Local Phoenix Souvenir Shops

The Best Local Phoenix Souvenir Shops

by daniellenfairbanks | Nov 30, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Shops & Restaurants, Tempe

The Best Local Phoenix Souvenir Shops Looking for unique PHOENIX SOUVENIR SHOPS? I got you covered! The magnets and trinkets are reat, but when I travel, I like to get unique, local gifts that last! Things that I can wear consistently, or things I can work into my...
Tom’s Thumb Hike: One of Scottsdale’s Most Stunning Trails

Tom’s Thumb Hike: One of Scottsdale’s Most Stunning Trails

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 28, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Scottsdale

Tom’s Thumb Hike: One of Scottsdale’s Most Stunning Trails I honestly don’t know why the Tom’s Thumb Hike isn’t talked about more. It’s BEAUTIFUL, and has other worldly landscape. Not only do you have the cacti you’d expect...
Best Coffee Shops in Phoenix (Local Favorites + Hidden Gems)

Best Coffee Shops in Phoenix (Local Favorites + Hidden Gems)

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Best Coffee Shops in Phoenix (Local Favorites + Hidden Gems) If you’re looking for the best coffee shops in Phoenix, you’re in the right place. As a local who’s spent countless mornings exploring cafés across the Valley, I’ve narrowed it down to the spots that are...

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the perfect escape from the phoenix heat is closer the perfect escape from the phoenix heat is closer than you think 💦 water wheel falls in the payson area is one of arizona’s most rewarding waterfall hikes — and most people have no idea it exists.

trail details:
📍 water wheel falls, payson az
🥾 ~1.6 miles out and back
⏱ 1-2 hours
🌊 multiple waterfalls along the trail
🚗 about 90 minutes from phoenix

the lush green canyon, the sound of the creek, the red rocks — it genuinely doesn’t feel like arizona in the best way possible.

comment “waterfall” below and i’ll send you my full hiking guide with everything you need to know before you go 👇
things to do in zion national park 🏔️ → hike the things to do in zion national park 🏔️

→ hike the narrows (walk IN the river)
→ angels landing for the views (permit required)
→ canyon overlook trail — big views, short hike
→ drive the zion-mt. carmel highway
→ soak at zion canyon hot springs after your hike
→ walk the pa’rus trail at sunset 🌅
→ explore springdale for coffee & food
→ stargaze — it’s a dark sky area

i’ve been three times and leave wanting more every single time. full guide with hikes, where to stay, and tips linked in bio, just search zion on the blog 🔗

📍 zion national park, utah
@peixotocoffee ‘s new summer menu is 😋🍓🍒🍋 here’s @peixotocoffee ‘s new summer menu is 😋🍓🍒🍋

here’s some of the drinks you can get starting TOMORROW friday 5/22:

🍒 cherry vanilla latte

🍓 strawberry matcha

🥥 toasted coconut latte

🍌 banana brulee latte 

🍋‍🟩 prickly pear lime tonic

🍓 strawberry lemonade

go in & try one & let me know what you think!! ✨ 

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tonight’s views from blue point on the salt river tonight’s views from blue point on the salt river 🏜️✨

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