by daniellenfairbanks | Oct 25, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Shops & Restaurants, Tucson
Best Wineries in Arizona: A Taste of the Southwest If you’re reading this post, you must enjoy WINE. Me, too! When I think wine, we always think California and Napa Valley, right? But Arizona grows wine, too! We have so many different landscapes and elevations within...
by daniellenfairbanks | Oct 19, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains
Goldfield Ghost Town: Into Arizona’s Past I feel embarrassed to say I’ve lived here for 10 years (like literally 15 minutes from Goldfield Ghost Town), and I never knew the real history. I just figured the town was built from scratch to look old as a...
by daniellenfairbanks | Oct 6, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Flagstaff
25 Best Things to Do in Flagstaff, AZ (Local Guide for 2026) Flagstaff, Arizona is one of the best places to escape the desert heat—trading cacti for pine trees, cooler temperatures, and mountain views just a couple hours north of Phoenix. Whether you’re visiting for...
by daniellenfairbanks | Sep 16, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains
Superstition Mountains Cougar Shadow: How and When To See It ***UPDATED FOR 2025*** The Superstition Mountain Cougar Shadow is an awesome, elusive event that occurs around the spring and fall equinoxes (March & September), when the sun’s angle casts a shadow...
by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 28, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Lodging, Phoenix, Sedona, Tucson
Most Unique Places to Stay in Arizona: Cabins, Hotels, and More! Do you live in Arizona and crave fun weekend getaways/holidays? Are you from another state and want to stay somewhere fun when you visit? Either way, this post is perfect for you! There are so many...
by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 25, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Fall, Arizona Seasons, Flagstaff
Flagstaff in the Fall: Best Things to Do + Fall Colors Flagstaff is one of my favorite places to visit in Arizona in the fall. While much of the state is still experiencing warm desert temperatures, Flagstaff brings cooler weather, golden aspens, scenic hikes, and...