This summer, I had the chance to fly down from beautiful British Columbia to sunny Arizona. One of my favourite spots to stop by when I visit is Sedona, which is known for its beautiful red rock formations, hikes with stunning views, and local artisan markets. As an avid hiker, I made sure to get in my fair share of hikes while in the charming city but I ended up discovering … [Read more...]
Interactive Art at Wonderspaces and the Lavatory Museum in Phoenix, Arizona
The essence of art in galleries has started to change, to adapt to a more modern crowd. I recently visited two places in Arizona that have done away with the "No photos of the art!", and the "Don't touch the art!" gallery rules. I have to say, it is such a joy to explore interactive art and be playful! Both Wonderspaces, within the Scottsdale Fashion Square, and the Lavatory … [Read more...]
Kayaking the Salt River at Saguaro Lake Ranch in Mesa, Arizona
After the fun adventure we had tubing the Salt River in Mesa Arizona, I returned to do it again with a friend visiting from out of town. The crew at the ranch remembered me! That's always such a pleasant uplifting thing to happen. The challenge was put forth for me to return and try their two hour kayaking trek. Ohhh, how I do love a challenge and invitation to try something … [Read more...]
Salt River Tubing at the Saguaro Lake Ranch
Tubing down the Salt River is a pretty popular thing to do out in Phoenix, Arizona. People flock to the river, rent inner tubes, ride a bus up to the top and then float for hours with two different exit points. There are both calm relaxing parts to chill and eat the snacks floating beside you, (yes, your cooler can have its own tube!), and crazy current rapids. From everything … [Read more...]
Our Phoenix Oasis at the Marriott Canyon Villas in Desert Ridge
This is the second post in a series of posts by Brie Mason on her mini vacation to Phoenix with her two kids. Read her first post on Overcoming Fears Road Tripping to Phoenix Arizona by clicking on this link. I felt right at home exploring in Phoenix, yet it was different enough for me to feel like it was a true vacation getaway. With the kids, of course, and I'll … [Read more...]
