Arizona offers a wide variety of accommodations, from camping under the stars to five-star lodges and inns. Here, we round up five luxurious places to rest your head on your next adventure.
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Travel Through Time in Arizona
Thereās a lot to uncover in Arizona. From ancient sites still being excavated to world-class museums and events, these six suggestions will wow anyone with an interest in natural history.
White Pine County: Nevada’s Trailhead for Fun
This long weekend built for adventure lovers in White Pine County is based out of Ely, Nevada. Join us for three days of adrenaline, history, and fresh air in one of the westās most undiscovered locations.
Mountain Biking, Superblooms, and More in Kingman, AZ
Kingman, Arizona’s colorful Route 66 paraphernalia is so charming, chances are that you remember passing through town even if you didnāt stop. But did you know it’s an adventure destination, too?
Nevadaās Best Road Trip: Cowboy Country
There are two major qualities of Cowboy Country that stick out to us most. First, no matter the size of the town or what you think you see from the highway, thereās always a myriad of dirt roads that will take you into country you didnāt think could be there. Second, many of the locals youāll meet have families who have been in the area for over a hundred years.
Nevada’s Hidden Treasures
With about 85% of their total land space firmly in the public domain, Nevada is one of the few states in the United States where you can roam free. In this itinerary, we are going to show you the whole of the state, from north to south, east to west, and a few hidden gems in between.
Parker, Arizona: Rugged desert and even a ghost town!
Traveling from Phoenix to the Mojave Desert, I stopped in Parker, Arizona for a few days. This unique gem of a destination is located within the “West Coast” region of Arizona on the Colorado River and isn’t far from larger metropolitan areas like Phoenix (160 miles) and Las Vegas (178 miles). I was delighted by the fascinating attractions around this small town! IĀ hiked outside in a mountain park, wandered around a ghost town, and spent the afternoon relaxing in the Colorado River. Less than two hours from Joshua Tree National Park, Parker is such a fun place to pass a few days.
Experience Culture in Bisbee, Arizona
About ten miles north of the US-Mexico border sits an artsy town called Bisbee, Arizona. Although itsā population of 5,000 people may be considered small, it was once the largest city from St. Louis to San Francisco and considered to be the most cultured town in the west. Now, Bisbee is full of quirky artists, new (and very old) breweries and bars, unique architecture,Ā haunted hotelsĀ and a myriad of windy roads and allies to explore by foot.
The Golden Coast of Southern California
Southern California’s Golden Coast is known around the world around as a premier destination. This itinerary will take you from pristine ocean shoreline to inland natural wonders to experience everything SoCal has to offer.
3 Dreamy Days in Big Bend, Texas
Craggy canyons tower over the mighty Rio Grande in west Texas, separating the United States from Mexico. The Big Bend area of Texas offers a blissful coexistence of mountain terrain and desert plains. Entire mesas covered with branchy ocotillo plants and blooming yucca reach sky high. More than a national parkĀ and state park, Big Bend is a region and a way of life. With only a few days, I sampled the area heartily, from the outdoor recreation and diverse topography, to the local eateries and unique accommodations. Here’s a three-day itinerary featuring some of the best things to do in Big Bend, Texas.