by daniellenfairbanks | Sep 10, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations
25 Best Things to Do in Phoenix AZ (My Honest Take After Living Here) Looking for the best things to do in Phoenix, Arizona? Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or planning a longer trip, Phoenix offers everything from scenic desert hikes and unique attractions to...
by daniellenfairbanks | Sep 6, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures
20 Best Hikes in Arizona: Sedona, Phoenix & Beyond (Local Picks) Arizona, the Grand Canyon State, is a hiker’s paradise. Known for its breathtaking desert landscapes, towering red rock formations, and pine-covered mountains, the state offers an incredible...
by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 23, 2025 | Arizona, Colorado, Outdoorsy Gear
Best Hiking Carriers for Dogs — Tried & Tested by a Dog Mom on the Trail Hiking with your dog sounds like a dream—until they get tired halfway up the trail, refuse to move, or you start worrying about heat and rough terrain. I’ve been there, and it’s exactly why...
by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 11, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix
10 Best Coffee Shops in Gilbert AZ (Cozy, Local & Worth the Drive) If you also love cute coffee shops to hang out, meet with friends, or work, you’re in the right spot! My name is Danielle Fairbanks, and I’ve been living in the Phoenix area for over a...
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...
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...
