Tagged: arizona

The Best U.S. National Parks to Visit in Summer

Which of the USA’s national parks are at their best in summer?Not all of them. Some get overcrowded and others get overheated (or overcrowded and overheated). If you're looking to…

Grand Canyon Wildfire: How It Happened, What's Destroyed, and What Travelers Should Know

Nearly a hundred years ago, the Union Pacific Railroad commissioned architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood to design a resort hotel at its depot on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon in…

Arizona Road Trip Itinerary: Tucson to Grand Canyon in One Week

Few destinations connect as deeply within the American psyche as Arizona, and with good reason. The entire state is one giant road tripper’s dream. There’s a lot of rich territory to…

On This New Barefoot Hiking Trail, You Can Forget About Lacing Up Your Boots

A new outdoor attraction in Arizona is being billed as the first "grounding park" in the United States. Grounding, in this context, simply means walking barefoot on natural surfaces.…

Biden Names Two More National Monuments, Expands Marine Reserve

President Joe Biden has designated two more national monuments that are precious to the history, culture, and natural resources of the United States. Combined, the newly protected…

Grand Canyon National Park Opens First New Hotel Buildings in Five Decades

Grand Canyon National Park has brand-new hotel lodgings on park grounds—the first ones in more than 50 years, according to the hotel's operator. The freshly constructed and…

Great Family Adventures for Spring and Autumn in Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah

A little bit of adventure goes a long way toward a successful family vacation. By sharing an out-of-the-ordinary experience and tackling the challenges together, kids and adults build…

8 Woodsy Resorts with Cabins Perfect for Families Seeking a Nature Getaway

Sometimes you and your kids just want to keep things simple. A cabin-in-the-woods vacation turns your family’s fantasy of getting closer to nature—and away from crowds—into a…

Thanks a Lot, Instagram. Horseshoe Bend Now Has an Entry Fee

Many of the world's most beautiful places have become victims of their own Instagrammability, with hordes of selfie snappers causing congestion, safety concerns, and strains on…

Casino Giant Caesars Planning Non-Gaming Hotel in Arizona

Las Vegas-based Caesars Entertainment, the company behind the Caesars, Harrah's, and Horseshoe brands of casino resorts, is expanding beyond slot machines and roulette tables. Caesars…

Pints with a Past: Must-See Historic Bars Across the United States

More than one bar lays claim to being the oldest in the United States. But we’re not here to settle the matter, mostly because that would involve hairsplitting, nitpicky decisions…

Historic Luxury Resort Reborn in Arizona

For several decades starting in 1896, a remote Arizona resort located about 50 miles north of Phoenix played host to a steady stream of well-to-do vacationers, including Vanderbilts,…

Now Flying: A Zip Line Over the Grand Canyon

A brand-new zip line has opened on a spur of the Grand Canyon, sending harnessed thrill seekers flying 1,000 feet over the earth.The Zip Line at Grand Canyon West near Peach Springs,…

Grand Canyon Celebrates 6 Million Visitors—Then Takes It Back

Back in December, officials at the Grand Canyon in Arizona honored a family of four from Las Vegas as the national park's record-breaking 6 millionth guests of the year.How can…

Controversial Legislation for Grand Canyon Aerial Tram

Last week a Navajo Nation council member introduced controversial legislation for an aerial tram and other tourist attractions at the eastern rim of the Grand Canyon.Dubbed the…

Hacking into Airport Lounges, the Flintstones' Bedrock For Sale, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Here's what's happening today in the world of travel.* 30-ACRE RE-CREATION OF THE FLINTSTONES' BEDROCK FOR SALE (BedrockAZ.com) It’s a real estate opportunity that comes along once in…

30-Acre Re-Creation of The Flintstones' Bedrock Can Be Yours

It’s a real estate opportunity that comes along once in a Stone Age: You can be the proud owner of a full-scale, real-life version of Bedrock from the classic animated sitcom “The…

Zika Update, Phoenix Hiking, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Here's what's happening today in the world of travel.* TRAVELERS TO DOMINICAN REPUBLIC LEAD POSITIVE ZIKA TESTS IN NEW YORK (New York Times). According to data from New York City's…

Phoenix Considers Hiking Ban During Extreme Heat

The city of Phoenix is considering new rules that would close its vast network of hiking trails during periods of extreme heat. Under the policy being mulled over, the closures would…

Thinking About a Dude Ranch Vacation This Summer? Tips from an Expert

The horse may just replace the racecar, space ship and James Bond-helmed motorboat as the whiz-bang mode of transportation this summer. I make that prediction after watching the…

Photo Slideshow: Snappy Photo Safari Trips

Click to view slideshowFrom the Grand Canyon to the Sahara, visit some of the world's most pristine sites and learn how to frame that perfect shot on one of these hands-on…

What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Eastern Europe

What's New in Bulgaria Current forecasts predict that Bulgaria will see a sharp slowdown in economic growth, coupled with a moderate deceleration of foreign direct investments in the…

What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Arizona

Phoenix, Scottsdale & The Valley of the Sun With a sushi bar, spa, and second-story swimming pool that has windows above the hotel's entry, the W Scottsdale, 7277 E. Camelback…

Slope Specs: There's No Place Like Stowe Place

Skiing began on Mt. Mansfield, the future Stowe Resort, in the 1930s when stalwart locals hiked up the old carriage road to the summit of Vermont's highest peak and skied back down.…

Motoring Minus Meltdowns: Tips for Toddler Road Trips

Despite the high cost of gas, driving to your vacation destination is still almost always the cheapest way to go. Taking the car also gives us control of when and where to stop, which…