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Archive | Travel
Biking the Bosque in Albuquerque
The scene is quite tranquil . . . the soft sounds of birds chirping . . . red plumed quail scampering across the path . . . cottonwood leaves fluttering in the breeze . . . beautiful blooming cacti. All experienced while biking the Bosque in Albuquerque. The Bosque is a Spanish word meaning “woodlands” […]
Corrales, New Mexico!
New Mexico, nicknamed the “Land of Enchantment” is beautiful and distinctive in so many ways! The turquoise and terra cotta combinations are infinite. The history, folklore, customs, and traditions make New Mexico a melting pot of diversity. It is a paradise for artisans, painters, and photographers who try to capture the essence of the Great […]
Tripping to New Mexico . . .
Taking a road trip from Arizona to New Mexico is a special treat. There are several ways to get there but we like to take the scenic through some of the most beautiful mountains in Arizona – YES, ARIZONA! It doesn’t add travel time to go through the mountains – unless, of course, you decide […]
Australia: Something for Everyone
Australia is a distant land that’s captivated the hearts of travelers and explorers for hundreds of years. It’s a land that evokes a mysterious type of magnetism that makes us want to go there because of the legends and folklore that surround the historical nature of this place. It’s where one can “get away from […]
Cave Creek, Arizona; One of our favorite close get-aways
There are so many great places to see and so many things to do in the Phoenix area. And, one place that we’ve always loved to go to is Cave Creek. Cave Creek, Arizona is a small town nestled near the foothills of one of Arizona’s beautiful mountain ranges. Located north of the valley, it’s […]
Viva Phx Music Festival
Whether it’s Spring Break, Major League Baseball Spring Training, golfing, shopping, or dancing in the streets of downtown Phoenix, March is a fantastic month to be in Arizona. The weather is picture perfect during the day for outdoor activities and the evenings are warm enough for patio dining. This week-end was no different. And it […]
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa
The Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa Arizona is famous for its resorts and spas, and the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa is one of our favorite local places to get away. This famous resort is a great place to spend a leisurely afternoon or evening enjoying the scenic views, eating lunch in […]
Phoenix in February
We have been out of town this week at one of the most inspiring conferences that we’ve ever been to! Although I’ll write more on it later, we thought it might be interesting to show you what Phoenix is like this time of year. During the last several days, we’ve been sitting […]
Custom Made Denim Clothing: Unique and Practical
To walk into this shop is like stepping back in time. It has the look and feel of an understated classic . . . rows of vintage pre-World War II sewing machines . . . bolts of soft yet sturdy denim fabric (some as wide as 60 inches) . . . industrial-sized spools of colored […]
Fuego ‘s in downtown Phoenix
Recently we found another hidden treasure of a restaurant, Fuego’s at CityScape, that specializes in Southwestern cuisine. It’s a fairly small place, with colorful purple cloth napkins and small potted plants on each table. As with many of our favorite places, this eatery is located at CityScape right on Central Avenue. We’d never eaten here […]
PF Chang’s Rock and Roll Marathon 2014: Phoenix
PF Chang’s Rock and Roll Marathon is one of the biggest — and this week-end it’s taking place in Phoenix. This event brings thousands of people to the valley every year during MLK week-end because, not only is the weather perfect, but scheduling the race on the holiday means that runners get an extra day […]
3 Great Patio Restaurants in Phoenix Downtown
Phoenix is known for great climate, golf courses, resorts, spas, shopping, and dining. However, this time of year is when restaurants transform from being indoor eateries to include marvelous patio experiences, each one unique in cuisine and style. Although there are many excellent dining places to choose from, three of our favorites are listed below. […]
Travel Adventures – Overview of 2013
Although I’ve never considered myself much of an adventurer, I’ve been very blessed to have had the opportunity to do some traveling (domestic and abroad) and see some really great sights. Because we’ve started the blog this year, it seems like a perfect platform for documenting travel adventures that we’ve taken in the past and […]
Arizona Museums – Capital Museum and the Latest Exhibit at Wesley Bolin Plaza
Downtown Phoenix has a myriad of trendy places to eat, numerous, pscale hotels, sports venues, live theaters, a comedy club, Lucky Strike bowling alley, lots of retail shopping, and several great spas. Plus, let’s not forget that, during this time of year, there’s also the outdoor ice skating rink. This is a city that has […]
CityScape — Outdoor Ice Skating in the Desert
The grandkids are coming! What shall we plan for family activities? They always like to come to Phoenix and some of their favorite activities are documented here. But, one of their favorite activities this time of year is to go ice skating, and there just happens to be a great ice skating rink right in […]
I’m the Phoenix City Guide for the Examiner, an online publication
Although I haven’t written about it earlier, Ron and I have been ‘showcasing’ the downtown Phoenix area for an online publication, Examiner.com, I’m the Phoenix City Guide! For the last two months, we’ve been publishing weekly articles about downtown, and, since we live in the heart of the city, it’s a perfect match! We’ve seen […]
Amsterdam, one Amazing City
Amsterdam, capital city of the Netherlands, is one of our favorite places. It mixes ultra-modern buildings with historic architecture. It is culturally diverse, yet fiercely unique. The Dutch are known for being environmentally aware and for their progressive work ethic, yet traditionalism is obvious in clothing styles, transportation, and cuisine. Even during the harsh winter […]
The Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, NM
Every year, the City of Albuquerque, New Mexico plays host to an annual event called the Balloon Fiesta. It’s a famous event that brings in upwards of one million visitors from all over the world to Albuquerque and nearby Santa Fe during the course of eight days. Albuquerque is located only an hour-and-a-half’s flight from […]
Downtown Salon in Phoenix
The Downtown Salon Phoenix is a full service salon that serves men and women. Because it’s located in the Hyatt Regency in the heart of the city, this salon attracts business professionals who are attending events at the nearby Phoenix Convention Center as well as those who want to look just right for a night […]