by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 23, 2025 | Arizona, Colorado, Outdoorsy Gear
Best Hiking Carriers for Dogs โ Tried & Tested by a Dog Mom on the Trail Hiking with your dog sounds like a dreamโuntil they get tired halfway up the trail, refuse to move, or you start worrying about heat and rough terrain. Iโve been there, and itโs exactly why...
by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 11, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Coffee, 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 โ 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...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 11, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Phoenix, Pinetop-Lakeside
An Epic Camper Van Rental Phoenix: Roadsurfer (& an Itinerary!) Are you thinking about taking a road trip in Arizona? Whether you live in Arizona or are traveling to the state, a Camper Van Rental in Phoenix can be the perfect solution! I’ll help you know...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 5, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes
Things to Do in Payson, AZ: The Complete Outdoor Guide If you’re looking for a weekend escape from the Phoenix heat, Payson, Arizona should be at the top of your list. Just 1.5 to 2 hours up the Beeline Highway, this mountain town sits beneath the Mogollon Rim...
