NEW ADVENTURES
Let’s Get Away! Here are quick trips to plan after the COVID-19 pandemic By Samantha Molina
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he coronavirus pandemic has temporarily put a pause on many of the things we enjoy—including social outings and travel. Now is the perfect time to reflect on the past with loved ones and make plans for future trips. We’ve put together a list of 43 getaway favorites located in Arizona and across state lines to inspire your quarantine daydreams.
The Grand Canyon We had to start with a trip to the landmark that makes us Arizona. Take a walk on the canyon’s Skywalk, a glass bridge with heart-stopping aerial views of the site. Go on a whitewater rafting tour with Hualapai River Runners or even take a helicopter and boat tour of the area. Additional recreational activities include zip lining over cliffs and exploring local history at the Native American Village and Guano Point. One of the seven wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is a special experience that holds a few surprises despite being one of the most visited attractions in the country.
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Sedona Sedona is known as one of the most beautiful spots on Earth, and when you go check it out for yourself you’ll see why. It’s a treasured spot that is perfect for hiking, biking, kayaking and, more notably, it’s the city’s signature red rocks alone that makes visiting the serene resort town a great getaway. Whether it is a girls trip or a family vacation, Sedona offers visitors a worldclass experience.
Flagstaff Flagstaff has it all. Arts and culture, incredible food, outdoor adventure, and access to some of the most famous sites in
the United States. Popular attractions include the iconic Route 66, the world’s largest ponderosa forest, and monthly town festivals. The mountain town is a prime location for outdoor recreations and is a welcoming spot for those wanting to escape the Valley heat.
Salt River Lake Plan a getaway surrounded by nature at the Tonto National Forest. While most opt to tube down the water, you can also go kayaking and horseback riding at the Salt River Lake. The area is native to Salt River wild horses, and you might even be able to spot them right from your tube. Other wildlife that is known to emerge includes deer, bald eagles and river otters.
Tombstone Travel back in time to the golden age of the Wild West, when Tombstone was known for gambling, booze and the infamous gunfight at O.K. Corral. The town features landmarks including Boothill Cemetery, the Courthouse and, notably, the haunted Birdcage Theater. Storefronts that line the dirt streets sell things like lassos, cowboy boots and toy guns. Visitors can pan for silver, see the town’s mining exhibit and take nightly ghost tours around the city.
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Page is a one-stop city that features three popular landmarks that define the state’s
