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The Perfect Summer Day Trip to Flagstaff From Phoenix (Family-Friendly Itinerary)
Looking for an easy summer escape from the Arizona heat? A day trip to Flagstaff is one of our favorite ways to cool down, explore somewhere new, and make family memories. It's truly one of the prettiest mountain towns. It feels so far from the desert, yet it's just a day trip away! . This itinerary is perfect if you’re visiting with kids and want a mix of outdoor adventure, downtown exploring, and amazing local food, all in one day. Start Your Morning at the Barefoot Trail T
Shelby Matthews
May 212 min read


The Perfect Weekend in Sedona (Family-Friendly + Walkable Stay)
If you’re looking for an easy, family-friendly weekend getaway in Sedona, this itinerary is one of those rare finds where you can park your car and truly relax. Between walkable shopping, incredible trails, and a hotel that feels like a destination itself, this is how we spent the perfect weekend in Sedona. Everyone says their least favorite part about Sedona is the traffic, so you can avoid that altogether with this hotel! Where to Stay in Sedona: Arabella Hotel Book Here We
Shelby Matthews
Apr 292 min read


Renting an RV for the First Time: Our Arizona Family Road Trip Itinerary
We had talked about taking an RV trip as a family for a while, but if I’m being honest, it always felt a little intimidating. Driving it, booking it, figuring out where to stay, it seemed like a lot for first-time renters. But after finally giving it a try, it ended up being one of the easiest and most memorable trips we’ve taken as a family! For our first RV adventure, we planned a simple Arizona road trip: we picked up our RV in Phoenix, spent time camping in Tucson, and fi
Shelby Matthews
Mar 144 min read


Hilton El Conquistador Tucson: A Top Arizona Family Resort
If you're looking for the ultimate Arizona desert escape, look no further than the Hilton El Conquistador in the gorgeous Catalina Foothills of Tucson. The resort is surrounded by gorgeous desert views, and beautiful desert landscapes everywhere you look. You truly don't have to leave the property to have the ultimate getaway. Book your desert vacation HERE We stayed here in April of 2025, and loved every single second of it. It truly felt like a vacation. Our kids at the ti
Shelby Matthews
Mar 101 min read
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