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Grand Canyon and Broken Arrow It's impossible to vacation in Sedona without seeing the famous Pink Jeeps cruising around town.  Pink Jeep Adventure Tours is a local company that runs excursions through Sedona and also north into the Grand Canyon.  My ...

The Lodge at Pebble Beach needs no introduction to its famous golf course, overlooking the stunning Pacific coastline.   Even knowing about the hotel before my visit, I was still blown away by the scenery, hotel grounds, and hospitality.  In full ...

If you find yourself near the Lodge at Pebble Beach, there are a number of dining options that will leave a mark in your vacation memory scrapbook.     For me, some of my favorite travel moments occur around food -- when ...

17 Mile drive We experienced the 17 mile drive bright and early our first morning.  Claire was awake and ready to party at 4am, having not yet shaken the jet lag. Normally, an early car ride is not my cup of ...

Driving along Highway 1, through Big Sur and along the stretches of coastline, is one of the most scenic and famous drives in the US.  It's tempting to get out of the car every few miles and explore the views, or ...

Hiking in Scottsdale If you are traveling to Scottsdale, you're probably itching for some sunshine.  Scottsdale has numerous hiking trails, but fair warning: look up the temperature ahead of time, and go early in the day if possible.  East coasters -- ...

Foodie Finds in Sedona: Quick and Informal: You won't be hard-pressed to find memorable food in this tiny town!  These were some of my favorites, to satisfy any craving: The Hudson had great "all American" fare food.  We stumbled in after ...