Guestbook Arizona Valley of the Sun 2018

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Briar Patch Inn A 9-acre oasis nestled in Oak Creek Canyon along the lush banks of Oak Creek. Nineteen historic cabins with Southwestern charm and Native American Art, fireplaces, kitchens and private patios. A hearty, healthy, homemade breakfast is included each morning and can be enjoyed creekside with live music in the summer or fireside in the lodge during the winter months. Relax with a soothing massage in our creekside gazebo after your hike in the spectacular Sedona wilderness.

Owned & operated by the Olson Family for 36 Years.

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3190 N. State Route 89A | Sedona, Arizona, 86336 www.briarpatchinn.com | 888.809.3030

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NORTHERN ARIZONA NA16 ROUTE 66 ROCKS! HISTORIC DETAILS The inspiration behind the famous Eagles hit, “Take it Easy.”

BY STACEY WITTIG

ESSENTIALS NA10 FIRST LOOK GREAT GLIMPSES

A PEEK INTO HISTORY View prehistoric ruins and unspoiled petroglyphs at archaeological sites.

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Natural and human-made postcard views.

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Boutiques, shopping centers and art galleries.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

BY KRITSINA JENKINS

Places to go after the sun sets: venues with menus, cocktails, service and entertainment.

PARTING SHOT

MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS

ARTFULLY ENTICING The unique sculpture above Civic Space Park.

Destinations to explore independently or with a guide.

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561 State Route 179, Sedona, AZ 86336

928-282-1125 (Located 1/4 mile south of 89A)

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Breathtaking natural and mind-boggling human-made points of interest in northern Arizona.

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Grand Canyon

The layered bands of red rock reveal millions of years of geological history at this stunning natural wonder that spans 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide and a mile deep. The South Rim is open year-round for viewing, while the North Rim is closed during winter. On the west side find the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a horseshoe-shaped cantilever bridge with a glass walkway. Explore the canyon via viewing points, horseback, rafting trips, helicopter tours and more.

Highway 64, north of Flagstaff and Williams, www.nps.gov/grca WHERE GUEST B OOK

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Montezuma Castle National Monument

Prehistoric Sinagua people are said to have begun constructing this five-story, 20-room cliffside residence in the 12th century. The ruins they left behind, in a recess 100 feet above ground, are easily viewed from a paved path today. I-17 exit 289, Camp Verde; www.nps.gov/moca

Slide Rock State Park Lowell Observatory

First built in 1894, this observatory has been home to a plethora of discoveries—including the first detection of the expanding nature of the universe, the discovery of Pluto, and the discovery of the rings of Uranus. The location is open to the public and offers solar viewing, open houses, tours and telescope viewing. 1400 W. Mars Hill Road, Flagstaff, www.lowell.edu NA 12

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Slip and slide down natural waterslides created in the red sandstone by the flow of Oak Creek. The natural waterpark was originally the Pendley Homestead, a 43-acre apple orchard. Then in the 1930s, Frank Pendley built some cabins and visitors arrived to enjoy the unique landscape.

6871 Junipine Circle, Sedona, www.azstateparks.com

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Out of Africa

Giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, tigers, panthers, hyenas and more roam in natural spacious habitats. Experiences include the African Bush Safari, a Predator Feed, a Giant Snake Show, the Wonders of Wildlife Show—and even a Sloth Encounter. 3305 W. Highway 260, Camp Verde, www.outofafricapark.com

Chapel of the Holy Cross

The design of the Chapel of the Holy Cross is said to have been inspired by the Empire State Building.

Sculptor Marguerite Brunswig Staude developed the plans with Lloyd Wright, son of architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and the chapel was built into 200 feet of Sedona red rock in the 1950s. It is open to the public for solo prayer and exploration, but no regular services.

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Arizona Snowbowl

Located on the San Francisco Peaks at 9,500 feet above sea level, the snow is generally plentiful at Snowbowl during the winter, allowing for plenty of perfect skiing and snowboarding opportunities. During the summer, the chairlift operates as a scenic skyride. Highway 180 and Snowbowl Road, Flagstaff area, www.arizonasnowbowl.com

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ROUTE 66 ROCKS! Flagstaff ’s place on the Mother Road.

BY STACEY WITTIG

This retro spot along Route 66 sports a 1950s theme and offers more than 100 flavors of malts and shakes.

When you’re attending a gathering in Arizona and hear the lyrics, “Well, I’m standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona,” chances are others around you will belt out the rest of the song. “And such a fine sight to see. It’s a girl, my Lord, in a flatbed Ford slowin’ down to take a look at me.” The Eagles’ hit, “Take it Easy,” is almost an anthem for Arizona rockers, and especially those who cruise Route 66.

However, the back story is that Jackson Brown, who wrote the song along with Glenn Frey, was inspired by an experience—not on a corner in Winslow, but on a corner in Flagstaff, Arizona.

According to an interview with Flagstaff events producer Matthew Ziegler, singer-songwriter Brown revealed, “The image of that girl driving a truck was an image that came from east Flag(staff ). That’s what you heard. It wasn’t really a flatbed Ford.

It was a Toyota truck, and it was pulling out of Wienerschnitzel.”

The old Wienerschnitzel building is now the Route 66 Dog Haus, a local favorite for drive-through breakfast burritos and tasty burgers.

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narrative about getting “checked out” on the legendary highway.

Rock on at an authentic Route 66 roadhouse, The Museum Club, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enter the twostory log building through the forked trunk of a native Ponderosa pine and walk into another world of strange and curious relics that were collected over the years. In cool weather, a fire crackles in the fireplace, and any season, Miss Jane greets you from behind the bar, where she’s been pouring for more than 20 years.

With the celebrated road traversing through downtown, Flagstaff offers many rockin’ Route 66 sites. Indeed, the road earned the name “America’s Main Street” because it ran along the main streets of the towns it passed through on its way from Chicago to Los Angeles.

Pull over at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, which is housed in the Tudor Revival train station built in 1926, the same year that Route 66 was commissioned in Arizona. There, get a free Route 66 Passport and brochures for self-guided historic Route 66 walking tours.

Flagstaff ’s first Route 66 motel on the 1920s and early 1930s

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alignment that went south of the railroad tracks is Motel Du Beau.

Built in the Craftsman style, the motor hotel boasted a courtyard design that allowed motorists to park in front of their rooms— quite an innovation in 1929.

Five years later, Route 66 was repositioned to its present alignment. Traffic during the mass migration of Dust Bowl families out of the Plains States forced construction of the railroad underpass on the west side of downtown. The motel is easy to find; just look for the 80-foot tower sign on the south side of the tracks. Don’t miss the hipster Nomads Global Lounge located at the historic motel.

Nearby, Mother Road Brewing Company is also on the lost portion of Route 66. The name comes from John Steinbeck’s epic novel about the Dust Bowl migration, “The Grapes of Wrath.”

The author called Route 66 “the mother road, the road of flight.”

Celebrate your own journey by lifting a pint of Nitro Twin Arrows, Lost Highway, or Tower Station, each named for an iconic Mother Road stop.

Rock ‘n’ roll is here to stay at the Galaxy Diner. Request the song “Get Your Kicks on Route 66” while trying to choose from more than 100 flavors of malts and shakes. The ’50s joint’s menu offers a list of Knuckle Sandwiches or Blue Plate Specials. Your toes will be tapping as you peruse walls plastered with glamour photos of stars from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s.

If you love nostalgic neon, here’s a Route 66 tip: hop over to Western Hills Motel—it has the best classic neon in town. The horses’ legs seem to move as they pull the covered wagon. And, Agave Mexican Restaurant serves homemade food and has windows that overlook America’s Main Street.

Still want more Route 66? Then explore the ruins of Two Guns Ghost Town. The abandoned trading post and campground has a swimming pool tagged with urban art that makes for Instagrammable photo ops. Your imagination may be snared by fake “Indian ruins” built by a past owner as part of the timeworn tourist trap.

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WHERE THE RUINS ARE Here in Arizona, actual preserved archaeological sites give fascinated history buffs the opportunity to walk among prehistoric ruins and unspoiled petroglyphs.

Canyon de Chelly is one of the longest continuously-inhabited areas of North America.

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CANYON DE CHELLY NATIONAL MONUMENT To the Navajo tribe, Canyon de Chelly is not only a place of history, but also a place of deep spirituality. The monument is unique, in that it is comprised entirely of Navajo Nation land and remains inhabited and cultivated by Navajo people, who took over the area from the Anasazi approximately 500 years ago. Canyon de Chelly features ancient geological and archaeological features including 800-foot sandstone spires known collectively as Spider Rock and an ancient cliff dwelling called the White House Ruin. Visitors to the White House Ruin need only drive in to the park and find the designated trail, but either a park ranger or authorized Navajo guide must accompany travelers who wish to see the ruins on the canyon floor.

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MONTEZUMA CASTLE NATIONAL MONUMENT One of the most significant and best-preserved sites is conveniently located just off a major interstate highway.

An easily-accessed, third-of-a-mile paved trail leads visitors past the 20-room “high rise” dubbed Montezuma Castle, a protected site since 1906. The impressive Sinagua cliff dwellings always beg the question, “How did prehistoric people get up there?” The answer?

They used ladders! Within a dozen miles of the castle is Montezuma Well, an intriguing limestone basin lined with more cliff dwellings. The well was an important water source for ancient residents, and a 1,000-year-old irrigation ditch employed by the Sinagua is still used by local residents today. Daily ranger talks at the castle offer this and other insights into the people’s way of life—but don’t expect the same talk twice. Rangers don’t have a script when it comes to discussing the monument—they just always hope to get people thinking a little deeper.

And staring up at the castle’s ruddy cliffs or down into the well’s azure water, you can’t help but wonder what life was like here in the 13th century. Between Sedona and Phoenix, I-17, exit 289. www.nps.gov/moca

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WUPATKI NATIONAL MONUMENT Beyond the mountain town of Flagstaff is the 35,253acre Wupatki National Monument, which includes a number of sandstone pueblos as well as other features— by one account more than 3,000—that indicate this area was home to five prehistoric cultures throughout thousands of years. One archaic spearhead discovered here dates back 11,000 years, but most B.C.-era artifacts were wiped out when a nearby volcano (now known as Sunset Crater) erupted in A.D. 1064. The on-site visitor center directs guests to the short trails that lead to five pueblo sites. Wupatki (which means “tall house” in the Hopi language) is the largest pueblo, with 100 rooms and a ball court, and is directly behind the visitor center and easily accessible from the paved, half-mile trail. The Lomaki and Box Canyon Pueblos overlook a pair of small canyons where farming took place. The “blowhole”—an orifice of an underground cavern system—is definitely a sight not to be missed; it blows icy-cold air out in the summer, and sucks in air in the winter! 14 miles east of Highway 89, Flagstaff. www.nps.gov/wupa

GLOSSARY PETROGLYPHS Figures or designs carved into rock PICTOGRAPHS Figures or designs painted on rock PREHISTORIC Period of time before written records PUEBLO Adobe structure consisting of a series of rectangular chambers

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RUINS Deteriorated remains of ancient man-made structures

TUZIGOOT NATIONAL MONUMENT Atop a ridge just beyond the town of Clarkdale sits Tuzigoot, a pueblo built during the Sinagua period as early as A.D. 1000. Construction is said to have lasted approximately 300 years, with people living at the site until 1400. Two quarter-mile trails afford visitors awesome vistas and a close-up examination of the ruins, as well as an interpretation of what the former threestory structure may have looked like in its 13th-century heyday. However amazing a prehistoric three-story pueblo seems, park archaeologist Matthew Guebard says Tuzigoot was relatively typical. “To me, Tuzigoot is a normal village. And it’s a chance for folks to see just a normal village”—as opposed to a grand complex like Montezuma Castle. The visitor center and museum here deserve a look too. Built during the Great Depression-era excavation (a Works Progress Administration project), the Pueblo Revival-style building represents a 1930s impression of what Tuzigoot— which had 110 rooms—may have looked like and holds more than 25,000 artifacts recovered from the excavation. I-17, exit 287, Highway 260 to Cottonwood, Highway 89 to Clarkdale. www.nps.gov/tuzi

SITE Any area with material evidence of ancient human activity

The impressive Sinagua Montezuma Castle National Monument cliff dwellings always beg the question, “How did prehistoric people get up there?” The answer?

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SHOPS, GALLERIES & SPAS ARIZONA HANDMADE GALLERYCL003465 Showcasing hand-selected Arizonabased artists. Make an appointment to watch glass-blowing live.

13 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, 928.779.3790. www.azhandmade.com.

THE ARTISTS GALLERY A cooperative of 40-some local artists, located at the same address for 20-plus years. Artists reception held the first F of every month.

17 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, 928.773.0958. www.flagstaffartistsgallery.com.

COCOPAHCL0038501 A bead and shell authority for more than 30 years; extensive and unique units, kits, experience and advice.

Tlaquepaque, 336 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.4928.

Creekside Plaza, 251 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.2144. www.beadofthemonthclub.com.

H DIVA HILLSIDE Fashionable women’s wear in sizes up to 24. Jewelry and gifts too.

Hillside Sedona, 671 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.0527. www.divasedonaboutique.com.

EARTHBOUND TRADING COMPANY World-market décor and jewelry.

300 N. Highway 89A, Sedona, 928.204.5669.

22 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, 928.779.3077. www.earthboundtrading.com.

H EXPOSURES INTERNATIONAL GALLERY OF FINE ARTCL002803 One of the largest fine art galleries in the world, offering sculptures, glass art, oil and acrylic paintings, wall murals and fine art jewelry.

561 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.1125. www.exposuresfineart.com.

FLAGSTAFF MALL Enclosed shopping mall; amusements for toddlers through adults.

4650 Highway 89A, Flagstaff. www.flagstaffmall.com.

H THE HIKE HOUSECL0057618 Hiking gear, nutrition, guided hikes, hiking clinics and more, including the Sedona Trail Finder, an interactive program that matches aspiring hikers with interest- and ability-appropriate journeys.

431 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.5820. www.thehikehouse.com.

HILLSIDE SEDONACL0038520 Multi-level shopping center built into a hillside.

671 Highway 179, Sedona, 480.998.5025. www.hillsidesedona.com.

H JUDY ARIZONA A fashion-forward women’s boutique offering clothing, footwear, jewelry and accessories.

Hillside Sedona, 671 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.2088.

H LANNING GALLERYCL0034721 Figurative and abstract paintings, sculpture, jewelry and functional art furniture.

Hozho Center, 431 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.6865. www.lanninggallery.com.

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LARK ARTCL0057612 Whimsical, imaginative depictions of pets and wild animals.

Hozho Center, 431 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.5545. www.sedonagallery association.com.

P.J. CHILCOTTAGECL002843 Cute store located in Historic Flagstaff. Features products for bath, body and home.

Old Town Shops, 120 N. Leroux, Flagstaff, 928.774.0009. www.pjchilcottage.com.

THE MELTING POINT Glass art.

1449 W. Highway 89A, Sedona, 928.554.4754. www.the-melting-point.com.

RENEE TAYLOR GALLERY/VUECL002801 Works in welded steel, bronze, paint and mixed media; kinetic outdoor sculpture by Lyman Whitaker, and infinitely wearable jewelry.

Renee Taylor Gallery: Tlaquepaque, 336 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.7130.

Vue Gallery: Tlaquepaque, 336 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.1575.

Renee Taylor Jewelry: Tlaquepaque North, 313 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.1506. www.reneetaylorgallery.com.

THE M.I.C. The M.I.C. (which stands for Music Inspired Collection) offers edgy clothing inspired by the music industry for both women and men.

Plus sizes, shoes, bathing suits and accessories too.

101 N. Highway 89A, Sedona, 928.325.4034. www.shopthemic.com.

MY JEWELER SEDONA Featuring customized diamond and gemstone jewelry, estate jewelry and high-end timepieces.

Hyatt Pinon Pointe Shops, 101 N. Highway 89A, Sedona, 928.203.0780. www.myjewelersedona.com.

NAMTI SPA Massages, facials, skin treatments, ayurveda and acupuncture services offered in a relaxing day spa setting.

2120 W. Highway 89A, Sedona.

60 Tortilla Drive, Sedona.

928.239.9914, www.namti.com.

OLD TOWN SHOPSCL002841 Street-level and underground stores of gifts and lifestyle wares.

120 N. Leroux, Flagstaff, 928.774.3100. www.oldtownshops.net.

RICHARD DAVID FOR MENCL0075304 Sandals, shirts, shorts, jackets, robes, belts and watches.

202 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.6938. www.richarddavidformen.com.

H ROLLIES CAMERA Supporting and offering products for photographers and photo enthusiasts since 1961. Authorized dealer for Sony, Nikon, Canon, Tamron and Fuji.

297 N. Highway 89A, Sedona, 928.282.5721. www.rolliescamera.com.

SAGE BRUSH TRADING COMPANYCL002854 Comfort-first outerwear for women, plus gifts and accessories.

Old Town Shops, 120 N. Leroux, Flagstaff, 928.773.1625. www.sagebrushtradingco.com.

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ST. MICHAEL’S SHOPSCL0038469 Art galleries, clothing boutiques and accessories shops at the historic hotel.

Hotel St. Michael, 110 S. Montezuma St., Prescott, 928.776.1999. www.stmichaelhotel.com.

H A STEP UP Fashionable comfort-shoe brands for women by such makers as Gabor, Naot, Wolky and Arcopedico.

Hillside Sedona, 671 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.0277. www.astepupsedona.com.

H TLAQUEPAQUE ARTS & CRAFTS VILLAGECL003502 Mexican village-style center of art galleries, nature-inspired boutiques, and both patio and fine dining.

336 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.4838. www.tlaq.com.

H TURQUOISE TORTOISE GALLERYCL004872 American Indian and Southwestern art, jewelry, kachinas, pottery, and bronze and stone sculptures.

Hozho Center, 431 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.2262. www.turquoisetortoisegallery.com.

H VICTORIAN COWGIRLCL0075306 Bridal fashions and period costumes from several romantic eras.

181 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.0778. www.victoriancowgirl.com.

VILLAGE GALLERY Gallery showcasing creations from local artists, from jewelry to oil paintings to wearable art.

6512 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.284.1416. www.sedonalocalartists.com.

H WAYNE B. LIGHT Inspired Cross collection of rings, earrings and pendants, as well as custom designs.

40 Soldiers Pass Road, Sedona, 928.282.0999. www.wayneblight.com.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE CANYON BREEZE On most days, this all-day cafe, pizzeria and coffee bar retracts its walls to lure uptown shoppers and sightseers. The bar has a prime view of red rock wilderness.

300 N. Highway 89A, Sedona, 928.282.2112. www.canyon-breeze.com.

CELLAR 433CL005716 Tasting room for select wines made from grapes grown, produced and bottled exclusively by winemaker and vineyard manager John McLoughlin. The vineyard is located in Willcox, Ariz., an area officially designated an American Viticultural Area.

240 Hull Ave., Jerome, 928.634.7033. www.cellar443.com.

CREEKSIDE AMERICAN BISTRO All-day dining, with the option of treetop views from the outer deck.

Nice selection of locally brewed beers.

Creekside Plaza, 251 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.282.1705. www.creeksidesedona.com.

CRIOLLO LATIN KITCHENCL004781 Stylish, spirited Latin-inspired cuisine.

16 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, 928.774.0541. www.criollolatinkitchen.com.

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Sedona’s Gallery of Fine Jewelry and Fine Art Infinity Cross

Home to the Cross Maker

40 Soldiers Pass Road, Ste 1 & 2, Sedona, AZ 86336 928.282.0999 | www.wayneblight.com

Organic Facials

VIP Couples Massages

Luxurious Relaxation Room

ELOTE CAFECL00278 Chef-driven Mexican cuisine that’s a far cry from basic tacos and burritos. A line for tables often forms prior to opening.

Arabella Hotel Sedona, 771 Highway 179, Sedona, 928.203.0105. www.elotecafe.com.

MESA GRILL CL002789 Sedona’s airport has always been an attraction for hikers, vortexseekers and sightseers, and now it’s capped by sleek architecture and all-day food service. Dinners span steaks, seafood and vegetarian dishes.

Sedona Airport, 1185 Airport Road, Sedona, 928.282.2400. www.mesagrillsedona.com.

Where Spa meets Nature A RELAXING EXPERIENCE FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN! FROM THE OWNERS OF NEW SERENITY SPA, WHO HAVE BEEN PROVIDING RELAXATION FOR THEIR GUESTS FOR ALMOST A DECADE.

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H PEACOCK DINING ROOM Upscale American cuisine on an art-deco property that dates to 1927, appears on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a member of the Historic Hotels of America.

Hassayampa Inn, 122 E. Gurley St., Prescott, 928.777.9563. www.hassayampainn.com.

H SOUND BITES GRILLCL0047915 Food and drinks served alongside entertainment ranging from live music by internationally known artists to comedians.

101 Highway 89A, Sedona, 928.282.2713. www.soundbitesgrill.com.

TINDERBOX KITCHENC Enjoy well-executed spins on reimagined American fare at this elevatedcuisine restaurant. Ever-changing wine list complements the menu.

34 S. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, 928.226.8400. www.tinderboxkitchen.com.

MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS ARCOSANTI Cross-pollinating principles of architecture and ecology, which visionary Paolo Soleri dubbed “arcology,” this live/work campus with permanent residents is an experimental alternative to urban sprawl.

13555 S. Cross L Road, Mayer, 928.632.7135. www.arcosanti.org.

ARIZONA SNOWBOWLCL00275 As snowfall permits, trails and lifts are opened for snow sports. The chairlift operates as a scenic skyride from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and continues weekends through mid-October.

9300 N. Snowbowl Road, Flagstaff, 928.779.1951. www.arizonasnowbowl.com.

H CLIFF CASTLE CASINOCL004850 Slots, poker and blackjack, bowling center, arcade, restaurants, bar, and live performances. Offers the largest non-smoking lot area in any Arizona casino.

555 W. Middle Verde Road, Camp Verde, 923.567.7900. www.cliffcastlecasinohotel.com.

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARKCL002760 The Colorado River carved this impressive gorge—10 miles wide at its narrowest point, North Rim to South Rim as the crow flies— over the course of millions of years. The South Rim is the most accessible entrance to the park, and unlike the North Rim, is open year-round.

Highway 180 north of Flagstaff, 928.638.7888. www.nps.gov/grca.

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JEROME STATE HISTORIC PARKCL0038607 The hillside hamlet’s history as a mining encampment, ghost town, and artist haven is conveyed in exhibits, artifacts, equipment and a video.

100 Douglas Road, Jerome, 928.634.5381. www.azstateparks.com/parks/jero.

LOWELL OBSERVATORYCL002763 The first evidence that the universe is expanding was discovered here in 1912, and Pluto was discovered here in 1930.

1400 W. Mars Hill Road, Flagstaff, 928.774.3358. www.lowell.edu.

MONTEZUMA CASTLE NATIONAL MONUMENTCL009217 Prehistoric Sinagua people are said to have begun constructing the fivestory, 20-room cliffside residence called Montezuma Castle in the 12th century; the ruins they left behind, in a recess high above ground, are still impressive by 21st-century standards.

Castle: I-17 exit 289 from I-17, Camp Verde, 928.567.3322. www.nps.gov/moca.

H OUT OF AFRICA WILDLIFE PARKCL00270 Natural, spacious habitats roamed by giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, tigers, panthers, hyenas and more are visited and observed with a guide. The Predator Zip Line attraction is a multiple tower tour with both narration and instruction provided.

3505 W. Highway 260, Camp Verde, 928.567.2840. www.outofafricapark.com. Predator Zip Line (on premises), 928.567.9947. www.predatorzipline.com.

H PINK JEEP TOURSCL00231 Pink Jeeps hit the red dirt for backroads sightseeing in Sedona and guided tours of the Grand Canyon.

800.873.3662. www.pinkjeep.com.

RED ROCK STATE PARKCL0038620 Visitor center, theater, several trails and picnic facilities on a 286-acre nature preserve and environmental education center. Guided hikes and special events held often.

4050 Red Rock Loop Road, Sedona. 928.282.6907. www.azstateparks.com.

MUSEUM OF NORTHERN ARIZONACL00276 Exhibits in anthropology, biology, geology and fine art.

3101 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff, 928.774.5213. www.musnaz.org.

H SEDONA AIR TOURSCL004850 Airplane and helicopter tours, chartered flight services and other specialized lift-offs from Sedona.

928.204.5939. www.sedonaairtours.com.

H NORTHERN LIGHT BALLOON EXPEDITIONSCL003571 Hot air balloon rides over Coconino National Forest, which includes the red rocks of Sedona. Sunrise departure, champagne picnic.

928.282.2274. www.northernlightballoon.com.

H SEDONA ARTS CENTERCL005496 Media-spanning art classes, workshops and field expeditions, plus the largest selection in Sedona of artwork by local artists.

15 Art Barn Road, Sedona, 928.282.3809. www.sedonaartscenter.com.

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ADVERTISERS INDEX DINING & NIGHTLIFE

Dolphinaris ...........................................VS129

Elite Jewelry & Loan ........................... VS43

NightRider ..............................................VS57

6 Degrees Urban Kitchen .................VS142

Heard Museum..................................... VS128

The Estate Watch &

Jewels of the West/

Arena Sports Grill ............................... VS139

Hot Air Expeditions............................ VS132

Jewelry Company ................................ VS20

Old Town Trading Co. ........................VS108

Aridus Scottsdale Tasting Room ......VS32

Lone Butte Casino ............................... VS65

Exposures International

Penchetta Pen & Knife .......................VS108

Artizen, Crafted American

Mesa Arts Center ................................VS120

Gallery of Fine Art ......................VS35, NA9

Quail Run Needlework.......................VS109

Kitchen & Bar .......................................VS142

Musical Instrument Museum............... VS41

Faust Gallery .........................................VS115

Rare Earth Gallery ....................VS21, VS117

AZ/88 ....................................................VS142

Northern Light

Foot Solutions ......................................VS113

R.C. Gorman Navajo Gallery.............. VS26

Blue Martini ..........................................VS134

Balloon Expeditions .............................NA13

Gilbert Ortega ....................................... VS19

Ritzy Rags & Shoes .............................VS101

Bluewater Grill .....................................VS136

OdySea in the Desert ......................... VS63

H.F. Coors Factory Store ....................VS116

Robert C. Wesley Jeweler ........... VS2-VS3

Bourbon & Bones

O.K. Corral .............................................. VS18

High Society Resale Boutique ..........VS112

Rock Star Gallery .................................VS112

Chophouse and Bar............................VS143

Out of Africa Wildlife Park ............... VS123

The Hike House ........................... VS97, NA1

Rollies Camera........................................NA6

Carlsbad Tavern...................................VS143

Pima Air & Space Museum ...............VS124

Inspire Day Spa ....................... VS36, NA30

Scottsdale Quarter .............................. VS24

Carlson Creek Vineyard.....................VS143

Pink Jeep .......... NAC1, NAC2, NAi1, VS125

Isaac Jewelers........................................ VS17

The Shops at Gainey Village .............. VS10

Clever Koi .............................................VS144

Queen Creek Olive Mill ..................... VS104

Jewelry by Gauthier ............................ VS29

The Shops at Hilton Village................ VS12

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers ...........VS144

Rainbow Ryders ....................... VS59, VS96

Judy Arizona .........................................NA24

Spirit of Santa Fe .....................VS95, VS114

Crudo .....................................................VS144

Scottsdale Gun Club ...........................VS131

Kactus Jock .......................................... VS110

Suburban Sole .....................................VS106

The Dhaba ................................VS94, VS145

Scottsdale Museum of

King Galleries........................................VS116

T.H. Brennen Fine Art ..........................VS53

Fat Ox ....................................................VS145

Contemporary Art ............................. VS127

Kiss Me Kate..........................................VS117

Tlaquepaque

Grenada Bar & Grill ........................... VS140

Sedona Air Tours .................................NA32

Lanning, A Bryant Nagel Gallery ....... NA3

Arts & Crafts Village ............................NA15

Humble Pie ...........................................VS145

Sedona Arts Center ..............................NA31

The Legacy Gallery ................................VS5

To Be Continued ................................... VS13

J&G Steakhouse ..................................VS146

Talking Stick Resort ...........................VS130

Lilly Barrack .............................. VS55, VS117

Turquoise Tortoise,

J’s Kaiyo Sushi + Bar..........................VS146

Vee Quiva Casino................................. VS65

London Gold

A Bryant Nagel Gallery ........................ NA2

La Torretta Ristorante........................VS146

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s

Fine Jewelers ............................ VS22, VS45

UrbAna ................................................... VS44

The Living Room................................. VS147

Museum of the West ...........................VS121

Lone Mountain Turquoise

Valerianne .................................................VS4

Malee’s Thai Bistro ............................. VS147

Wickenberg Ranch

Company ...............................................VS105

Victorian Cowgirl .................................NA26

Moira Sushi Bar & Kitchen ................ VS147

Golf & Social Club..................................... C3

Loop Jean Company ............................. VS11

Wayne B. Light .....................................NA29

Mowry & Cotton .................................. VS152

Wild Horse Pass Casino ..................... VS65

Lucy Dickens Fine Art ........................VS40

Wild Holly Gallery.................................VS37

New York Bagels ’N Bialys................VS148

Wildlife World Zoo .............................VS126

Mephisto ...............................................VS109

Wilde Meyer Gallery........................VS14-15

Old Town Tortilla Factory ..... VS92, VS136 Omaha Steakhouse ............................VS148

REAL ESTATE/RENTALS

Organ Stop Pizza ................................VS148

Briar Patch Inn ........................................ NA7

Pasta Brioni ..........................................VS149

Cachet At The Wigwam ..................... VS46

Persian Room.......................................VS149

City of Marana ...................................... VS49

Pure Sushi Bar & Dining ....................VS149

Monterey Ridge .................................... VS47

Rico’s American Grill .........................VS150

Private Client Group ....................C4, VS42

Rusty Spur Saloon .............................. VS137

Hassayampa Inn ................................... VS99

The Salt Cellar Restaurant ... VS90, VS150 Skylanes ................................................VS150

SHOPS, GALLERIES & SPAS

Social Tap Eatery .................................VS151

A Cool Breeze........................................ VS61

Spiga Cucina Italiana ..........................VS151

A Step Up ..............................................NA28

Sound Bites Grill .................................... NA5

Alyshaan Fine Rugs ....................................i2

The Stockyards ..........................VS91, VS141

American Fine

T. Cook’s ................................................ VS138

Art Inc ................ VS8-9, VS23, VS33, VS93

Tomaso’s/Tomaso’s When

American Leather Company ..............VS25

In Rome ..................................................VS151

Amy, Inc. ................................................VS115

Upper Crust Pizza Patio &

Arlene’s. ................................................. VS48

Wine Bar ...............................................VS139

At-Ease Fine Men’s Clothes .............. VS34

Veneto Trattoria Italiana ....................VS141

Bentley Gallery ........................................VS6 Buffalo Collection ................................. VS31

Arizona Science Center ......................VS118 Children’s Museum of Phoenix ........ VS128

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The Clotherie ......................................... VS16 Cornelis Hollander .................. VS27, VS102 Desert Mountain Fine Art .................. VS39 Diva ............................................. VS111, NA27

Cliff Castle Casino .................... NA4, NA32

Diva Divine Boutique .............VS107, VS115

Cosanti .......................................VSC1, VS122

Ecco........................................................ VS110

Desert Diamond West Valley ........... VS133

E.D. Marshall Jewelers .................. VS1, VS7

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