Articles, reviews and news about the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Flagstaff, Scottsdale, Phoenix & Prescott, Arizona
Posted in Arizona on Mar 27th, 2009
There’s no amusement park in Sedona. But that doesn’t mean that Sedona’s not a great destination for families with kids. There are all kinds of things to do in Sedona – especially in the spring and summer – that appeal to kids and parents alike. Check out a quick rundown of great things to do [...]
Posted in Arizona on Jun 19th, 2008
I had never met a railroad enthusiast until my sister began dating and became engaged to my now brother-in-law. Last year, they came from their home in Salt Lake City to visit us in Scottsdale and were excited (I mean… REALLY excited) to visit the McCormick Stillman Railroad Park and Museum in my neighborhood.
I [...]
Posted in Arizona on Jun 5th, 2008
Verde Canyon Railroad is one of Arizona Travel’s favorite things to do in Arizona. Check out this article about the Railroad and if you’re a Dish Network subscriber or local Flagstaff resident, be sure to check out the student news special and take a virtual ride on this Clarkdale, Arizona family-favorite experience.
Posted in Arizona on Dec 3rd, 2007
A classic Christmas story comes to life on the Grand Canyon Railway’s Polar Express. Here, we’ve collected information about the Polar Express into a handy fact sheet. (Information source: www.thetrain.com)
What is The Polar Express?
Experience the magic of The Polar Express™, the classic children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. The Polar [...]
Posted in Arizona on Jun 19th, 2006
Grand Canyon Railway
This line has been in existence since 1901 as a passenger route to the Grand Canyon, a significant improvement over the two-day stagecoach ride.
William “Bucky” O’Neill, a former mayor of Prescott who had mining claims at the Canyon, had initiated the building of the railway but died at the hands of a Spanish [...]
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