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Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 13, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Shops & Restaurants

Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona Scottsdale is known for its sunshine, stylish neighborhoods, and vibrant food sceneโ€”and its coffee shops are no exception. Whether youโ€™re looking for a beautifully designed cafรฉ in Old Town, a cozy spot to get some work done,...
Best Places to Stay in Phoenix (by Area & Budget)

Best Places to Stay in Phoenix (by Area & Budget)

by daniellenfairbanks | Dec 4, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix

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Cute Coffee Shops in Mesa, Arizona

Cute Coffee Shops in Mesa, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Sep 21, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix

Cute Coffee Shops in Mesa, Arizona Mesa, Arizona may be known for its desert landscapes and vibrant culture, but itโ€™s also home to some seriously cute coffee shops worth exploring. Whether youโ€™re looking for a cozy spot to sip a latte, a trendy cafรฉ with plenty of...
10 Best Coffee Shops in Gilbert AZ (Cozy, Local & Worth the Drive)

10 Best Coffee Shops in Gilbert AZ (Cozy, Local & Worth the Drive)

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...
Hot Air Balloon Tour Phoenix: A Review

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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...
18 Best Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ (Beyond the Resorts)

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by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 17, 2025 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Phoenix, Scottsdale

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the perfect escape from the phoenix heat is closer the perfect escape from the phoenix heat is closer than you think ๐Ÿ’ฆ water wheel falls in the payson area is one of arizonaโ€™s most rewarding waterfall hikes โ€” and most people have no idea it exists.

trail details:
๐Ÿ“ water wheel falls, payson az
๐Ÿฅพ ~1.6 miles out and back
โฑ 1-2 hours
๐ŸŒŠ multiple waterfalls along the trail
๐Ÿš— about 90 minutes from phoenix

the lush green canyon, the sound of the creek, the red rocks โ€” it genuinely doesnโ€™t feel like arizona in the best way possible.

comment โ€œwaterfallโ€ below and iโ€™ll send you my full hiking guide with everything you need to know before you go ๐Ÿ‘‡
things to do in zion national park ๐Ÿ”๏ธ โ†’ hike the things to do in zion national park ๐Ÿ”๏ธ

โ†’ hike the narrows (walk IN the river)
โ†’ angels landing for the views (permit required)
โ†’ canyon overlook trail โ€” big views, short hike
โ†’ drive the zion-mt. carmel highway
โ†’ soak at zion canyon hot springs after your hike
โ†’ walk the paโ€™rus trail at sunset ๐ŸŒ…
โ†’ explore springdale for coffee & food
โ†’ stargaze โ€” itโ€™s a dark sky area

iโ€™ve been three times and leave wanting more every single time. full guide with hikes, where to stay, and tips linked in bio, just search zion on the blog ๐Ÿ”—

๐Ÿ“ zion national park, utah
@peixotocoffee โ€˜s new summer menu is ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ‹ hereโ€™s @peixotocoffee โ€˜s new summer menu is ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ‹

hereโ€™s some of the drinks you can get starting TOMORROW friday 5/22:

๐Ÿ’ cherry vanilla latte

๐Ÿ“ strawberry matcha

๐Ÿฅฅ toasted coconut latte

๐ŸŒ banana brulee latte 

๐Ÿ‹โ€๐ŸŸฉ prickly pear lime tonic

๐Ÿ“ strawberry lemonade

go in & try one & let me know what you think!! โœจ 

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tonightโ€™s views from blue point on the salt river tonightโ€™s views from blue point on the salt river ๐Ÿœ๏ธโœจ

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