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Flagstaff in Summer: Arizona’s Mountain Town

Flagstaff in Summer: Arizona’s Mountain Town

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 1, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Flagstaff

Flagstaff in Summer: Arizona’s Mountain Town SUMMER IN FLAGSTAFF is amazing- you NEED to know. Did you know that Flagstaff sits at a higher election than Denver (the mile high city)? It truly is the iconic mountain town of Arizona. It sits at 6,800 ft and holds...
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Best Restaurants in Flagstaff, AZ — Breweries, Coffee & Local Favorites

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Best Restaurants in Flagstaff, AZ — Breweries, Coffee & Local Favorites Flagstaff has one of the best food scenes in northern Arizona. From cozy coffee shops near downtown to craft breweries and wood-fired pizza, there are plenty of amazing places to eat after a...
Hotel Review: High Country Motor Lodge in Flagstaff, Arizona

Hotel Review: High Country Motor Lodge in Flagstaff, Arizona

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Hotel Review: High Country Motor Lodge in Flagstaff, Arizona When you’re planning a weekend or holiday trip, it’s hard to decide where to stay. Hotel? Cabin? Camp? Even if you narrow it down, it’s hard to know if a place will be as good as the photos...
Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool!

Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool!

by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 8, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Seasons, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Pinetop-Lakeside, Sedona, Water Hikes

Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool! We all know Arizona is HOT, HOT, HOT. I remember the first time I visited Arizona in summer and I could literally feel a burn on my foot between my thin flip flops and the black top. I’ve been living here for a decade now and...
Humphreys Peak: Hiking to Over 12,000 ft in Arizona

Humphreys Peak: Hiking to Over 12,000 ft in Arizona

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Humphreys Peak: Hiking to Over 12,000 ft in Arizona Looking for adventure this summer? Hiking Mt Humphreys Peak is a bucket-list feat that many Arizona adventurers aspire to. It isn’t for the faint of heart, but many can achieve it with proper preparation....
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Best Swimming Holes in Sedona (2026 Guide for Summer)

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Best Swimming Holes in Sedona (2026 Guide for Summer) If you’re visiting Sedona in the summer, finding a good swimming hole is essential. While Sedona is known for its hiking, some of the best experiences here involve cooling off in the water—whether that’s sliding...
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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
how to take a timelapse on your iphone 🏜️👇🏼 perfe how to take a timelapse on your iphone 🏜️👇🏼

perfect for sunrise or sunset with the sun crossing the horizon, or for moonrise (next full moon sept 26)

step 1: (optional) use the app @photopills and their augmented reality feature to know where the sun/moon will cross the horizon so you get it in frame

step 2: set up your tripod (comment 📲 for the one i use!)

step 3: open your camera & turn it to timelapse

step 4: press start and LEAVE IT for at least 10-15 minutes (im always bad at this but when you think you’re done, leave it for another 5-10 minutes!

step 5: use the Edits app to speed it up to your desired effect & you’re done!

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