Articles, reviews and news about the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Flagstaff, Scottsdale, Phoenix & Prescott, Arizona
Posted in Arizona on Mar 11th, 2008
This has been one of the best snow seasons for Arizona in many years. It would be a sin for me not to test out the fresh layers of powder snow blessing the sacred mountains of Flagstaff, Arizona. Sometimes living in Arizona, especially The Valley (Metro Phoenix), can feel a bit monotonous and even look [...]
Posted in Arizona on Jan 25th, 2008
In 2007, we polled thecanyon.com visitors to discover the most popular Grand Canyon vacation activity plans. It’s easy to see that there are such numerous and diverse things to do at the Grand Canyon that there is no one clear winner. So what does that mean to you?
Posted in Arizona on Jan 24th, 2008
It’s going to be a mad house! In what state other than Arizona would there be full-blown Super Bowl parties and events hosted in at least four different cities? Between Scottsdale, Phoenix, Glendale, & Tempe, Super Bowl XLII is going to be one massive 30 x 30 mile party. Let’s not forget the oh so [...]
Posted in Arizona on Dec 11th, 2006
Rollout And “First Walk” Events Also Scheduled
LAS VEGAS — December 8, 2007 — Grand Canyon West, a destination owned and operated by the Hualapai Tribe at the Grand Canyon’s western rim, announces March 28, 2007 as the official public opening date of The Skywalk. The Skywalk will be the first-ever cantilever shaped glass walkway to [...]
Posted in Arizona on Nov 10th, 2006
The Prescott area has been needing a way to see this amazing, “living history”, mile high city and now there is: Prescott 4×4 Tours!
Prescott 4×4 Tours offers a wide variety of tours and one can be customized for you! Just call and tell them what you’re interested in and they’ll guarantee a great time- they’ll [...]
Posted in Arizona on Nov 7th, 2006
Source: www.travelvideo.tv
Nov 03, 06 | 1:40 pm
Tickets for Grand Canyon Railway’s 2006 presentation of The Polar Express are still available. As of Nov. 1, 85 percent of the available tickets for The Polar Express have been sold. Approximately 10,000 tickets are still available and evenings with the most availability, include Nov. 13 - 16, 27 [...]
Posted in Arizona on Oct 27th, 2006
Following an arduous hiking and rafting adventure in the Grand Canyon, a group of people with developmental and physical disabilities are hoping film of their triumph will educate the nation.
A Public Broadcasting Service documentary titled “Right to Risk” chronicles the group’s 15-day, 220-mile journey. The documentary opens in eight major cities, including Phoenix, on Wednesday [...]
Posted in Arizona on Oct 4th, 2006
DATE: Tuesday, July 25, 2006
WHAT: The process of welding the steel beams for the glass cantilever-designed bridge, The Skywalk, is now underway. Shortly after the steel is fitted and welded together a process called “Jack-and-Roll” will be used in order to extend the bridges cantilever “U” shape steel piece 4,000 feet over the canyon. The [...]
Posted in Arizona on Jun 27th, 2006
Need ideas on what to do in Sedona, Arizona? Here are 102 suggestions sure to fit anyone’s personality, itinerary or interests.
1. Enjoy a movie at Harkins Theatre
2. Visit Out of Africa Wildlife Park
3. Golf at one of Sedona’s 18-hole Courses
4. Take a specialty jeep tour
5. Get your aura [...]
Posted in Arizona on Jun 18th, 2006
The Arizona Republic has begun a countdown of the top 50 places to see in Arizona. We’ll visit sites familiar and unfamiliar, reintroducing you to a state that is full of surprises. Giving credit where credit is due - please find the original article at azcentral.com
No. 50: Swansea - A reviving ghost town
Despite the site’s [...]