Category: Western United States
Arizona Sky Islands: Santa Rita Mountains
“Sky Islands” refers to isolated mountain peaks that are not part of a larger range like the Rockies or Sierra Nevadas. These forested... Read More
Day 2: U.S. States loaded with National Parks
Welcome to Day 2 of the 12 Days of National Parks. Each day we are exploring some statistics and facts about our National... Read More
3 Days in Mesa, AZ
Mesa, Arizona is one of many suburbs of Greater Phoenix. When planning a visit to Phoenix, it is difficult to choose where to... Read More
Celebrate Native American Heritage in Salt River
**Disclosure: I was hosted by the Salt River Tourism Board. All opinions and Learning are mine.** November is Native American Heritage Month. The... Read More
Visit Mesa Verde Country
Mesa Verde Country is at the foothills of San Juan Mountains of Colorado and on the northeast edge of the Colorado Plateau. The... Read More
Phoenix Area Museums
With over 200 sunny days per year, Phoenix is a popular outdoor destination. However, even in this paradise, there are days best spent... Read More
Colorado Scenic Road Trip: Durango to Ouray
All road trips promise fascinating attractions and opportunities to learn new things. Sometimes it requires miles of interstate driving between destinations. But sometimes,... Read More
Surf’s Up in iconic Oceanside, CA
Southern California is lined with golden beaches and the nostalgic dreams of laid-back waveriders. It’s not just anywhere that you can find the... Read More
