Beautiful Sedona, Arizona – Things to do and see in Sedona

Tour Sedona with Pink Jeep Tours

So you’re headed to the red rocks of Sedona? You’ll find some great things to do. Sedona is known for natural beauty, history, art and those mystical vortexes.
Some come to experience the spiritual side of Sedona and visit the Vortex sites. And others come to relax at a resort and shop at the galleries and boutiques. Or maybe finding some great hiking sites is what you want to do. No matter what, you will not be disappointed by Sedona.

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Relaxing at Esplendor Resort in southern Arizona

Sunset from the Balcony at Esplendor Resort in Rio Rico, AZ

Esplendor Resort review and photos. On a road trip to southern Arizona we had the opportunity to relax and take in the hospitality of a scenic resort when we reached Rio Rico, Arizona, our “home” for three days. Esplendor Resort turned out to be truly a place of warmth and splendor.

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Scottsdale’s Parada del Sol – Enjoy a little Arizona western culture

Parada del Sol Parade in Scottsdale

Parada del Sol represents the history of Arizona. The event, taking place in Scottsdale, Arizona is a month-long celebration which focuses on the western history of the state and the town. The high point is the Parada del Sol parade and rodeo. Parada del Sol is an annual event, taking place each February & March

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Happy 100th birthday, Arizona

London Bridge at Lake Havasu

On that February 14, 1912, President William Howard Taft proclaimed Arizona the 48th state in the Union. This centennial year promises to be a great time to visit the Grand Canyon State; in fact Arizona started celebrating in 2011 leading up to the big day.

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Visitors love the story of Arizona’s London Bridge

Close-up of the bridge and support structures

Many people thought Robert P. McCulloch was crazy when he purchased the famous London Bridge in 1968. After all, its intended destination was land in Arizona, not over a body of water. On the contrary, the purchase was a stroke of genius, bringing to a nondescript area a curiosity that has become Arizona’s second biggest tourist attraction

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Train adventure in Arizona – Encountering eagles

Eagles seen from the Verde Canyon Railway excursion train.

Winter in Arizona can be an exciting time. During “eagle season,” you may encounter majestic Bald Eagles when you take an excursion on the Verde Canyon Railroad. Located just north of Phoenix, and about a half hour from Sedona, the Verde Canyon Railroad is a laid back excursion train running from Clarkdale to little Perkinsville and return.

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