Arizona
Arizona is home to the jaw-dropping Grand Canyon, crazy desert wildlife, and very hot summers.
The final day is among us now at the 2016 Albuquerque International Balloon Festival! Tomorrow I will have a recap of the events and more interesting tidbits for you. Today however, as promised I will finish up sharing the wackiest hot-air balloons that took to the skies this year. Sarah the Witch Wells Fargo Cent’r Stage
John NewellOct 9, 2016
Illinois with its mix of natural beauty and urban upscale amenities, offers couples of all interests something to remember. Whether you consider yourself an adventurous nature lover, or a stylish shopper, there seem to be something for everyone here in Illinois. This creative list of popular date ideas will keep you and your loved one
Ashley ParadaAug 24, 2016
New Mexico is nicknamed The Land of Enchantment for good reasons. It is one of the most beautiful places on the planet, let alone the country. New Mexico has beautiful forestry, lakes, rivers, deserts and mountains that bring millions of adventurous travelers to the state every year. The history of Western expansion, of old Mexico
John NewellAug 23, 2016
Have you ever found yourself feeling more at ease talking to someone after discovering you share the same home state? No matter the size, whether you’re from Rhode Island or Texas, every state has an identity that somehow forms to the people within it. Some people are more prideful of their state than others. North Carolinians are
Carly RutledgeAug 12, 2016
#1 Chiricahua National Monument is one of the hidden gems of the national park and monument system! Unlike the Grand Canyon National Park, which sees more than five million visitors each year, Chiricahua National Monument sees less than 60, 000 visitors a year. On average, less than a few hundred visitors a day pass through
Cheyenne ReedJun 16, 2016
Arizona has a ton of nicknames. How many of these have you heard? #1 The Grand Canyon State Okay, we know. This one’s a little obvious. But, I mean, if you had this kind of beauty in your state, wouldn’t you flaunt it too? #2 The Apache State Many Apache people have fought to call
Cheyenne ReedApr 21, 2016
The Grand Canyon is a ~huge~ destination! We’re talking nearly 300 miles long and 18 miles across! That’s a whole lot to take in, and sometimes choosing the best viewpoint to fit your needs can be tricky. Here’s some info to help you choose between the North Rim, South Rim, Grand Canyon East, and Grand
Cheyenne ReedApr 19, 2016
Maybe you’ve never heard of Horseshoe Bend… It’s okay! It’s not your fault. But, it is sort of a problem because…. LOOK HOW BEAUTIFUL IT IS! You NEED this in your life. Horseshoe Bend is 5 miles from the start of Grand Canyon National Park. Its the Grand Canyon warming up! You can find it
Cheyenne ReedApr 18, 2016
If you’re ever in Phoenix, it won’t be hard to see that there are a ton of things to do. This list gives you 10 places to start, if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the choices. #1 Arizona Science Center The Arizona Science Center’s motto is “Never stop wondering,” so if you feel like learning, it’s
Cheyenne ReedApr 16, 2016
There’s a good chance you’ve never heard of Supai, Arizona. When you’re a village of only about 200 people, tucked away in a southwestern branch of the Grand Canyon, it makes sense that you might not make the nightly news much. Good thing we’re here to teach you all of the interesting facts you never knew
Cheyenne ReedApr 14, 2016
Petrified Forest National Park is just one among many of the national parks and monuments that Arizona has to offer. It’s undoubtedly one of the coolest! Here’s are some facts you might not know. #1 The Petrified Forest has been a national monument since 1906, but didn’t become a national park until 1962. Encompassing 170
Cheyenne ReedApr 13, 2016
#1 Here’s Buffalo Park near Flagstaff. [image removed] It looks rather barren, don’t you think? #2 This one is from Bartlett Lake, near Phoenix. Apparently this yellow stuff is called Brittlebush. #3 This shot is from Orange Pipe National Monument in Ajo. Orange Pipe Cactus? You’ve got to be making this stuff up. #4 This
Cheyenne ReedApr 13, 2016
#1 The Grand Canyon reveals 40% of Earths history. The Grand Canyon contains the metamorphic rock Vishnu schist, and layers of sedimentary rock that date back to 1.75 billion years old — that’s nearly half the age of the Earth (4.5 billion years old)! That means there are tons of fossils and tracks to help us learn
Cheyenne ReedApr 11, 2016
All of the other states might be content to blend in, but Arizona definitely has no chill. Here are 10 knock-your-socks-off pictures of beautiful Arizona, ya know, just doing its thing. #1 No other state can hold a candle to Arizona’s brilliant sunshine. Tell me where else you’ve seen sunshine like that. I dare you!
Cheyenne ReedApr 8, 2016
If you haven’t been living under a rock (see what I did there?), there’s a 99% chance that you’re familiar with Arizona’s Monument Valley. It’s one of the most photographed landmarks in the United States! It’s a pretty popular backdrop for western films, but it’s made some other, more unique, appearances, too. Check them out!
Cheyenne ReedApr 7, 2016
#1 Heres’s a typical Arizona Sunset: Can someone please tell us what the big deal is here? #2 This time the sun is in Monument Valley. Because, honestly. All we’re seeing is a bunch of big rocks. #3 How about one more of Monument Valley? STILL. JUST. ROCKS. #4 Here’s a sunset behind some cacti.
Cheyenne ReedApr 6, 2016
#1. Phoenix More than 4 million people call Arizona’s capitol city their home. Phoenix has an zoo with 1,200 animals, a science center, and a museum dedicated to Native American culture. And, of course, more golf courses and nightclubs than you can count. All set against the stunning backdrop of Camelback Mountain and South Mountain
Cheyenne ReedApr 5, 2016
#1 Check out Monument Valley! It must be sweltering out there. #2 And here are Sedona’s famous red rocks. They’re looking pretty ~dry~. #3 In fact, Sedona looks toasty warm. Feel like breaking out your bathing suit yet? #4 Nothing grows in the desert anyway, right? We all know that the sun constantly bakes everything…
Cheyenne ReedApr 4, 2016
Does the sight of a billion twinkling stars leave you breathless? Good news! We’ve compiled a list of the ten best places to stargaze! #1 Kitt Peak National Observatory Home of the largest array of optical and radio telescopes in the world, Kitt Peak National Observatory is just fifty-six miles west-southwest of Tucson. Feeling like
Cheyenne ReedApr 1, 2016
