Travel Blog
Navajo National Monument is very close to my heart as my wife is both Navajo and Yavapai. Her grandfather resides in Tuba City, a short 60 miles southwest of the monument, and every year we take our Labor Day trip up north, staying at Navajo National Monument. If you enjoy camping in Arizona either by … [Continue Reading]
I never thought it possible to travel back in time until I went to the Renaissance Festival. From the moment you step past the entrance you are transported into a different world. There are old-fashioned shops, rides operating on man-power, jousting tournaments and plenty of live entertainment. It was my first time attending a festival … [Continue Reading]
Looking for a place to relax and de-stress? Then the Japanese Friendship Garden is the perfect place for you. As you stroll down the path of this 3.5-acre Japanese garden, you’ll see a 12-foot waterfall, a koi pond with more than 300 colorful and friendly koi fish that you can feed, flowing streams, a stepping … [Continue Reading]
The weekend of February 3-5 had the city of Glendale transformed into a chocolate wonderland. Yes, you read right. A chocolate wonderland. Vendors sold handmade items, various types of food items and, of course, that sweet treat we all love — chocolate — at the Glendale Chocolate Affaire. I arrived at the Glendale Chocolate Affaire … [Continue Reading]
Do you hear what I hear? There’s Christmas cheer on Jingle Bell Rockin’ Nights. The City of Glendale hosts the annual Glendale Glitters in Historic Downtown Glendale. It opened on November 25, 2011, and it is notably one of the main attractions in the area. However, the celebration has many other events involved. Downtown Glendale … [Continue Reading]
Every year before Christmas I take a trip to Flagstaff. This trip has happened so often it has turned into a tradition for me, so this year was no exception. However, this was the first time I ended up venturing into town rather than just staying in the snow on the outskirts of Flagstaff. My … [Continue Reading]
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) located in North Phoenix has quickly become one of the must-see attractions in the Valley. Robert Ulrich, former CEO of Target Corporation and founder of MIM, was inspired to build the museum after his trip to a musical instrument museum in Brussels, Belgium. Getting to the MIM is quite easy if … [Continue Reading]
Flagstaff may be known for snow, skiing and various other winter activities but what really makes the city unique is the atmosphere. It has a cozy, relaxed feel and the people are nothing but welcoming. I first experienced Flagstaff last October when a friend invited me on a weekend trip to check out the third … [Continue Reading]
The First Friday evening of every month in downtown Phoenix will provide you with all flocks of life gathered around multiple forums of artwork. From dancing and singing, to high-priced artwork lining gallery walls and local street vendors selling their handcrafted delights, First Friday has every culturally stimulating experience you can imagine without having to … [Continue Reading]
Sedona is known for the natural beauty of its stunning red rocks that the locals have affectionately named and shamelessly promote. You can enjoy the natural sculptures of Sedona by visiting a vortex, drinking in the beauty of Slide Rock State Park or hiking in Sedona’s Red Rock State Park. Experience a Sedona Vortex Ask … [Continue Reading]
