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Best Coffee Shops in Sedona

Best Coffee Shops in Sedona

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 3, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Coffee, Sedona, Shops & Restaurants

Best Coffee Shops in Sedona I think we all can agree, coffee shops are the best. Even if you don’t like coffee, KEEP READING (I’m not a huge fan either). My husband and I love to spend weekend mornings seeking out THE BEST COFFEE SHOPS IN PHOENIX. You guys...
Tempe Hikes that Will Add Some Sunshine to Your Day!

Tempe Hikes that Will Add Some Sunshine to Your Day!

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 1, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Tempe

Tempe Hikes that Will Add Some Sunshine to Your Day! Tempe, Arizona, sitting only a few minutes from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, is an adventure HUB. Yes, I said that. It offers the best of both worlds- the bars, restaurants, shops, and Arizona State...
Unique Restaurants in Phoenix You Can’t Find Anywhere Else

Unique Restaurants in Phoenix You Can’t Find Anywhere Else

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 26, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Shops & Restaurants

Unique Restaurants in Phoenix You Can’t Find Anywhere Else You’re either here becuase you’re planning a trip to the Phoenix area and you want to enjoy food you can’t have anywhere else, or you live in Phoenix and want to explore new...
7 Stunning Sedona Caves you NEED to Visit on Your Next Trip!

7 Stunning Sedona Caves you NEED to Visit on Your Next Trip!

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 22, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Sedona

7 Stunning Sedona Caves you NEED to Visit on Your Next Trip! Sedona, Arizona is a stunning range of red rock mountains in Northern Arizona, 2 hours north of Phoenix and 30 minutes south of the mountain town of Flagstaff. When I think of Sedona, heres what comes to...
The Schnebly Hill Windows: Hidden Caves in Sedona

The Schnebly Hill Windows: Hidden Caves in Sedona

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 19, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Sedona

The Schnebly Hill Windows: Hidden Caves in Sedona If you’re here, I’m going to assume you’ve heard of or seen photos of the Schnebly Hill Windows, or Hangover Trail caves. I feel you, I’ve been there. The trouble is, no one wants to share how...
Hiking Groups in Phoenix- The Superstition Mountains 2/17/24

Hiking Groups in Phoenix- The Superstition Mountains 2/17/24

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 16, 2024 | Arizona, Group Hikes, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Hiking Groups in Phoenix- The Superstition Mountains 2/17/24 Looking for hiking groups in Phoenix? So many people have come to me asking if I know of Group Hikes… so I decided to make one! I hope that creating these events will help you to branch out and make...
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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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