It was an early start for us, the day that we got up to go ride a balloon in Phoenix, thanks to Rainbow Ryders. When we left our hostel, it was still dark and for once, the temperature outside was actually pleasant! We took our car and got onto the … more »
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CamelBackpackers in Phoenix: not your typical hostel!
Before you cross the door at CamelBackpackers, forget about any pre-conceived idea of “hostel” that you might have. Leaving that concept outside, you’ll come into CamelBackpackers Hostel, to realize this place is way cooler than most hostels out there! What makes CamelBackpackers special? The fact that, more than a business, … more »
Abineau Lodge: a B&B in the Arizona woods
While planning our visit to the iconic Grand Canyon, we decided to stay a couple of days in the not so far away town of Flagstaff. Even though we arrived at night, it didn’t take much time for us to realize that Flagstaff and the area around it is more … more »
On the Road: Arizona
I sit at the wheel of our rented Chevrolet but I feel like I could be on top of a horse. As I turn on the engine and the car starts moving, the soundtrack of Quentin Tarantino’s movie Django Unchained starts playing in my mind… and as I look outside … more »
Grand Canyon after sunset
As one of the most famous attractions in Arizona and the whole of the USA, Grand Canyon is indeed quite impressive. Quite often, people think that the Grand Canyon is the biggest canyon in the world. Although that spot is reserved for a canyon of greater proportions in Tibet, there … more »
Riding along the Arizona hills
Our trip to the Grand Canyon was surprising! We spent a few days at Flagstaff, a beautiful little city in the Coconino county up in the Colorado Plateau. We were amazed on our drive from Las Vegas to Flagstaff because the scenery changes so much! From the dry and arid … more »
Super Size ME
If you’re starving… head to the USA! This country serves the most massive portions of food we’ve ever come across in 5 continents! For instance, this “slice” of carrot cake! Served by a cowboy inspired diner in Route 66, Arizona, this thing would be enough to feed an entire family! … more »
Arizona: harsh climate, tough mountains, indisputably beautiful!
Two weeks ago, my roommate, Mary, her dog, Finnegan, and I packed ourselves into her car. Mary and I occupied the front seats. Finn occupied the backseat and the cargo space, along with our backpacks and the numerous add-ons one has to carry when traveling with a dog. The three … more »