Haunted Arizona: Tombstone and Tucson Ghost Tours
Arizona’s desert towns carry their history close to the surface. You can feel it in the dry air and the old wooden boardwalks that creak…
Taking the Sunset Tour at Mescal Movie Set in Benson, Arizona
I pulled into the dirt parking area as the sun was starting to dip low over the desert. The air was warm, but softening, and…
Explore Saguaro National Park West: Where Arizona’s Iconic Cacti Steal the Show
I didn’t think a cactus could stop me in my tracks until I saw my first giant saguaro up close. It was towering, a little…
Where Desert Meets Design: Why Tucson Botanical Gardens Are Worth Your Time
Tucson Botanical Gardens is not your typical cactus collection. It’s a living museum of desert-adapted plants spread across 5.5 acres in central Tucson, Arizona. Built…
Santa Theresa Tile Works: A Hidden Gem in Downtown Tucson
Walking through downtown Tucson, you’ll notice bursts of color built into the sidewalks, walls, and buildings. Many of these handmade ceramic tiles trace back to…
Walking Through Tumacácori National Historical Park
This is one of the smaller National Parks in Arizona that I, myself, have never heard of before living here. And once I did, I…
Eco-Adventure Awaits: Top Tips for Your Biosphere 2 Visit
As a world traveler to over 35 countries, I have come to appreciate this planet’s diverse ecosystems. I have lived in the desert, photographed the…
24 Best RaulersonGirlsTravel Photos of 2024 (Year in Review)
2024 did not start great. There were many personal disappointments, but the worst was my hard drive crashing. This caused me to lose all of…
Top 12 Things to do in Tombstone – Experience the Wild West
When people travel to Arizona on vacation, they head to the Grand Canyon or Antelope Canyon. However, the state has much more to explore, especially…
Experience the Sandhill Cranes at Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area
Southeast Arizona is in the path of several bird migrations, including hummingbirds, turkey vultures, and sandhill cranes. This area offers some of the best nature…