Comments for ArizTravel.com http://ariztravel.com Articles, reviews and news about the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Flagstaff, Scottsdale, Phoenix & Prescott, Arizona Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:14:28 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Comment on Fourth of July Events in Arizona 2011 by world clock http://ariztravel.com/2011/06/fourth-of-july-events-in-arizona-2011/comment-page-1/#comment-13963 world clock Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:14:28 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=1485#comment-13963 AZ Fireworks - Fourth of July in Arizona - 2011 Arizona Fireworks - AZ 4th of July Events | ArizTravel.com - just great! AZ Fireworks – Fourth of July in Arizona – 2011 Arizona Fireworks – AZ 4th of July Events | ArizTravel.com – just great!

]]> Comment on Top 6 Arizona Castles to Visit by Hollie http://ariztravel.com/2012/01/arizona-castles/comment-page-1/#comment-13937 Hollie Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:55:52 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=1732#comment-13937 It is interesting to read how the Copenhaver Castle was built. Thank you for the great info on Mystery Castle; someday soon I must visit this. And, people new to the area should see the Montezuma; it is a masterpiece in itself. It is interesting to read how the Copenhaver Castle was built. Thank you for the great info on Mystery Castle; someday soon I must visit this. And, people new to the area should see the Montezuma; it is a masterpiece in itself.

]]> Comment on Back(pack) to Basics: Flagstaff Edition by Hollie http://ariztravel.com/2012/01/backpack-to-basics-flagstaff-edition/comment-page-1/#comment-13793 Hollie Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:06:54 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=1715#comment-13793 Wow, what a comprehensive post, AZ Chrissy, thank you for your great research here. Lowell Observatory was one of my top picks for adventures and fun learning in Flagstaff. You can find some really cools attractions in Flagstaff all seasons and, of course, it is especially a wonderful city to visit during the heat in the Valley of the Sun. Flag would also be an awesome town to call home. Wow, what a comprehensive post, AZ Chrissy, thank you for your great research here. Lowell Observatory was one of my top picks for adventures and fun learning in Flagstaff. You can find some really cools attractions in Flagstaff all seasons and, of course, it is especially a wonderful city to visit during the heat in the Valley of the Sun. Flag would also be an awesome town to call home.

]]> Comment on Visitor’s Guide to Barrett-Jackson 2012 by christinatoo http://ariztravel.com/2012/01/visitors-guide-to-barrett-jackson-2012/comment-page-1/#comment-13493 christinatoo Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:54:35 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=1709#comment-13493 Thanks, Donna! Yep! The auction is popular with all ages. I know my TV's been tuned to the Speed Channel all week, and I've got tickets to head up there this weekend. Thanks for highlighting us on your blog! I encourage our readers to go check out My Itchy Travel Feet. Thanks, Donna! Yep! The auction is popular with all ages. I know my TV’s been tuned to the Speed Channel all week, and I’ve got tickets to head up there this weekend. Thanks for highlighting us on your blog! I encourage our readers to go check out My Itchy Travel Feet.

]]> Comment on Visitor’s Guide to Barrett-Jackson 2012 by Donna Hull http://ariztravel.com/2012/01/visitors-guide-to-barrett-jackson-2012/comment-page-1/#comment-13492 Donna Hull Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:47:30 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=1709#comment-13492 The Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction sounds like an event that my baby boomer readers would enjoy. I'd also like to say hello from a fellow AZ Voices Network travel blogger. This week, we've been introducing the blogging team to our fans at the My Itchy Travel Feet page on Facebook. Today, it's your turn to be highlighted. The Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction sounds like an event that my baby boomer readers would enjoy. I’d also like to say hello from a fellow AZ Voices Network travel blogger. This week, we’ve been introducing the blogging team to our fans at the My Itchy Travel Feet page on Facebook. Today, it’s your turn to be highlighted.

]]> Comment on Back(pack) to Basics: Grand Canyon Edition by christinatoo http://ariztravel.com/2011/03/backpack-to-basics-grand-canyon/comment-page-1/#comment-13389 christinatoo Mon, 16 Jan 2012 04:47:44 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=994#comment-13389 Hi, Deb. It's a matter of personal preference, of course, but the hike down the South Kaibab Trail is shorter - 7.3 miles (about 3 - 4 hours hiking time) - than the hike down Bright Angel Trail, 10.3 miles (4 - 6 hours hiking time.) However, there is no shade on the South Kaibab Trail, so it is highly recommended that you take the Bright Angel Trail back out of the Canyon for sure. Of course, pack PLENTY of water, no matter what trail or time of year you hike; about 1 gallon of water per person per day, especially if you start at the South Kaibab trailhead, as there is no water source there so you'll need to be prepared ahead of time. Be sure to make your Phantom Ranch reservations well in advance (up to a year) and have a great hike! Hi, Deb. It’s a matter of personal preference, of course, but the hike down the South Kaibab Trail is shorter – 7.3 miles (about 3 – 4 hours hiking time) – than the hike down Bright Angel Trail, 10.3 miles (4 – 6 hours hiking time.) However, there is no shade on the South Kaibab Trail, so it is highly recommended that you take the Bright Angel Trail back out of the Canyon for sure. Of course, pack PLENTY of water, no matter what trail or time of year you hike; about 1 gallon of water per person per day, especially if you start at the South Kaibab trailhead, as there is no water source there so you’ll need to be prepared ahead of time. Be sure to make your Phantom Ranch reservations well in advance (up to a year) and have a great hike!

]]> Comment on Back(pack) to Basics: Grand Canyon Edition by Debbie Makinen http://ariztravel.com/2011/03/backpack-to-basics-grand-canyon/comment-page-1/#comment-13381 Debbie Makinen Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:54:01 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=994#comment-13381 I am planning of coming to the Grand Canyon. I would like to go down the canyon and stay at Phantom Ranch. Is it better to begin this trip on the Bright Angel Trail or the South Kaibab Trail? Thnaks! deb I am planning of coming to the Grand Canyon. I would like to go down the canyon and stay at Phantom Ranch. Is it better to begin this trip on the Bright Angel Trail or the South Kaibab Trail?
Thnaks!
deb

]]> Comment on 5 Arizona Airports to Check Into by Hollie http://ariztravel.com/2011/12/5-arizona-airports-to-check-into/comment-page-1/#comment-13257 Hollie Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:20:09 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=1695#comment-13257 How fun that you found the SNL show from 1994; many things were so much more funny back then 'in the day.' Thank you for providing this airport list. It is really helpful. How fun that you found the SNL show from 1994; many things were so much more funny back then ‘in the day.’ Thank you for providing this airport list. It is really helpful.

]]> Comment on 10 Winter Vacation Suitcase Essentials – Northern Arizona by Hollie http://ariztravel.com/2011/12/10-winter-vacation-suitcase-essentials-northern-arizona/comment-page-1/#comment-13120 Hollie Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:16:12 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=1644#comment-13120 This is great info for the outdoors person. Hats do keep you much warmer and healthy light snacks are ideal for hikers and other sports. And, you can capture some really awesome scenic vistas with your camera when you hike in Sedona or Flagstaff. This is great info for the outdoors person. Hats do keep you much warmer and healthy light snacks are ideal for hikers and other sports. And, you can capture some really awesome scenic vistas with your camera when you hike in Sedona or Flagstaff.

]]> Comment on Back(pack) to Basics: Grand Canyon Edition by christinatoo http://ariztravel.com/2011/03/backpack-to-basics-grand-canyon/comment-page-1/#comment-13083 christinatoo Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:35:28 +0000 http://ariztravel.com/?p=994#comment-13083 Hi, Ruby. While hiking down into the Grand Canyon in the winter, when there is snow on the trail, can be tricky, it's still possible and a popular activity. I suggest doing Hermit Trail from the South Rim down to the river and back as an overnight trip because it is a well traveled trail year round and given you have appropriate hiking boots and perhaps a walking stick, you should be fine. The Hermit Trail has less snow and ice than any other trail on the South Rim. This is due in part to the trailhead being at less than 7000ft. In addition, at about 0.5 miles the trail turns from north-facing to southwest-facing as it descends through the Coconino Sandstone. So expect some snow and ice at first, but with quickly improving conditions as you descend. Be sure to get your backcountry camping permit and trail updates in advance from the National Park Service. Get details here: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm Get more details straight from the National Park Service on their Winter Hiking page here: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/winter-recreation.htm. Hi, Ruby.
While hiking down into the Grand Canyon in the winter, when there is snow on the trail, can be tricky, it’s still possible and a popular activity. I suggest doing Hermit Trail from the South Rim down to the river and back as an overnight trip because it is a well traveled trail year round and given you have appropriate hiking boots and perhaps a walking stick, you should be fine. The Hermit Trail has less snow and ice than any other trail on the South Rim. This is due in part to the trailhead being at less than 7000ft. In addition, at about 0.5 miles the trail turns from north-facing to southwest-facing as it descends through the Coconino Sandstone. So expect some snow and ice at first, but with quickly improving conditions as you descend.

Be sure to get your backcountry camping permit and trail updates in advance from the National Park Service. Get details here: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm

Get more details straight from the National Park Service on their Winter Hiking page here: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/winter-recreation.htm.

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