Unwind and Rejuvenate: The Ultimate Day Spa Experience at CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa

CIVANA Wellness Resort monument entrance

This article first appeared at LuxeBeatMag.com on September 9, 2024 “CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa, a wellness destination in Carefree, Arizona, is nestled in over 20 acres of the Sonoran Desert. It’s the perfect spot to revitalize while you enjoy the beauty of the natural desert surroundings. “ Read the entire article here. Here’s another health and […]

Discover the Frank Lloyd Wright Distinguished Legacy at Taliesin West

Frank Lloyd Wright The Garden Room at Taliesin West

Get to Know Frank Lloyd Wright at Taliesin West, Scottsdale, Arizona Part 1 of a 3 Part Series: The Man and the Architect First published at Confetti Travel Café on April 3, 2023 “What started as a simple tourist excursion in the Sonoran Desert in Arizona became much more for me. This three-part series begins […]

The Ultimate Adventure: What It’s Like to Go on a Hot Air Balloon Ride

Hot Air Balloon Ride unpacking the balloon envelope

This is What Happens When You Go on a Hot Air Balloon Ride My recent hot air balloon ride was like watching a symphony with a maestro conducting the orchestra. The pilot directed each crew member to perform their assigned tasks expertly and without fanfare. As the sun started peeking over the horizon, the crew […]

Hot Air Balloon Festivals in the USA: 8 Things You Should Know

hot air balloons over scottsdale

Hot air balloon festivals are vibrant, captivating events celebrated across the United States, drawing enthusiasts and spectators worldwide. These festivals are a visual spectacle and a cultural phenomenon that encapsulates the spirit of adventure, community, and innovation. They offer a unique blend of history, art, and technology, as well as a chance to appreciate the […]

Why CIVANA Wellness Resort in Carefree is great for health and wellness

CIVANA Wellness Resort monument entrance

CIVANA Wellness Resort Review: Disconnect to Reconnect in the Sonoran Desert originally appeared at SheBuysTravel.com on May 31, 2024 “Tucked among more than 20 acres of the Sonoran Desert, CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa is a destination wellness resort in Carefree, Arizona. It’s a great place to reconnect and reinvigorate your senses in a beautiful […]

Why Westward Look Wyndham in Tucson is great for health and wellness

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa Entrance with Vigas

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona, is a great place to work on your health and wellness. It offers luxury accommodations, delicious food and beverages, and lots of healthy activities like spa treatments, horseback riding, swimming, and games. Read more about it with this link. Originally published at SheBuysTravel on May […]

How I Found the Best Restaurants and Hotels on a Desert Southwest Road Trip

Table Mountain at sunset

In the fall of 2023, I was on a road trip through the desert Southwest. My mission included Executive Chef interviews, chef-tasting menus, and luxury accommodations reviews. At every destination, I found a multitude of exciting things to do. From broad vistas at the Flatirons in Boulder and the canyons between buildings in Downtown Denver […]

Sonoran Desert Animals Coloring Book

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When I moved to a Phoenix suburb in the Valley of the Sun, I was thrilled to witness an abundance of wildlife right in my own backyard–the Sonoran Desert. I have collected some fascinating creatures from this region for this coloring book. The Sonoran Desert is a vast area in the southwestern United States and […]

Why the Luminarias at Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix Are Unforgettable

luminarias at the Desert Botanical Garden with Papago Park in background

Luminarias are a Christmas tradition in Mexico and the Southwest states in America. Learn more with the link below. This article first appeared on Extended Weekend Getaways on December 1, 2023. Start on Page 94 of Extended Weekend Getaways December issue to learn why the luminaries at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona, are […]

Cielo Restaurant at Adero

Adero Scottsdale Resort Charcuterie board at Cielo Restaurant

“Perched near a mountain top in Southern Arizona, Cielo Restaurant at ADERO Scottsdale is a delightful place for dinner and is an award-winning resort for 2021 and 2022.” First appeared in Weekend Notes on August 9, 2022. Enjoy fine dining at Cielo Restaurant at ADERO Scottsdale Resort in Arizona. Love great food? See my Must-Try […]