Road Trip with Rach to Ramey Ranch: My First Time Horseback Riding at a Very Special Place

Magical. Authentic. Real deal. I could think of 1000 more positive words to describe this very special place called Ramey Ranch in Overgaard, Arizona. The horses are well cared for and ranch owner, Wayne is a genuine, caring, good guy cowboy, who spoils his horses and the guests who go riding with him. Plus, Wayne […]

Road Trip with Rach to Heber-Overgaard, Arizona!

Looking to escape the Phoenix heat? I just enjoyed a fantastic trip to Heber-Overgaard, Arizona! I also covered it on the Arizona Daily Mix morning show! Watch this segment to see where to stay, dine, moonshine taste, enjoy locally brewed beer, horseback ride, boat, fish, hike and more! My favorite thing about this particular getaway […]

24 Hours In Cottonwood, Arizona: Road Trip with Rach

Come with me on a quick 24 hour getaway to historic Cottonwood, Arizona! Just under a 2 hour drive from Phoenix, this easy road trip takes you to a charming small Arizona town where wine tasting is a sport, restaurants offer farm to table yum, unique shopping is aplenty and the Verde Valley around this […]

Road Trip with Rach to Jerome, Arizona!

Read on to see my Road Trip with Rach report to historic Jerome, Arizona. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your getaway to this interesting desert destination. Rich in copper mine history, wine tasting, ghost hunting and more…and wait until you see where we stayed! A haunted penthouse anyone?! Check out the many […]

Road Trip with Rach to Winslow, Arizona!

Whether you are visiting Winslow to stand on the famous corner, watch trains go by or check into the lovely La Posada Hotel, this is a historic small town to know about. This place was once a bustling railroad town that was frequented by famous performers, politicians, world leaders and others of note who all […]

Road Trip with Rach to Lodge at 5600 in Pine, Arizona

When it comes to lodging options in the scenic whispering pines town of Pine, Arizona there’s a new kid in town and this newcomer shines in every way. The Lodge at 5600 was built from the ground up by owners Brian and Lisa Herold. This place is their beloved baby and the love shows in […]

Road Trip with Rach to Strawberry & Pine, Arizona

Strawberry. Pine. The names alone intrigued me to take my next Road Trip with Rach to these neighboring Arizona small towns. I grabbed several gal pals and off we went for our 36-hour adventure to scenic Strawberry/Pine, Arizona. Check out my two Arizona Daily Mix morning show segments! The first one covers Pine, AZ and […]

Road Trip with Rach to Wildlife World Zoo in Litchfield Park, AZ

Come with me on another Road Trip with Rach to the Wildlife World Zoo in Litchfield Park, Arizona. I have been going to this zoo for over 20 years. This video includes helpful hints and important things to know before you go. Open every day (including holidays) check out just how close we got to […]

Road Trip With Rach: My Favorite Flagstaff Finds

Flagstaff is a popular Arizona destination and it has been covered a lot, so I decided to make several trips to the high country in search of a few places and experiences that are not as widely known. One of my Flagstaff favorite finds is a cool new property that you have to know about. […]

Road Trip With Rach To Bisbee & Sonoita, Arizona

My latest Road Trip with Rach adventures took me to the one-of-a-kind Arizona Hops & Vines in Sonoita, Arizona and then further south to the eclectic and super fun town of Bisbee, Arizona. Check out my AZTV7 Arizona Daily Mix morning show segment featuring my grape-stomping wine-making demo at AZ Hops & Vines plus watch me […]

Hop Over To AZ Hops & Vines For An Experience Like No Other

Hop over to AZ Hops & Vines for an experience like no other vineyard I have visited. Two sisters, Megan Stranik and Shannon Zouzoulas own AZ Hops & Vines in Sonoita, Arizona. They will tell you that their vineyard is not your average winery. I can vouch for that. Their story is also not your […]

Road Trip With Rach: Eldorado Suites Hotel in Bisbee, Arizona

Originally built in 1914, the Eldorado Suites Hotel in Bisbee was first known as the Brooks Apartments. It was THE upscale place to live in those bustling Bisbee times when the popular Arizona mining town was growing rapidly in its heyday.  Today this mother-daughter owned hotel marries old world charm with remodeled suites giving Bisbee […]

Watch This Video To Learn About Grand Canyon Railway, Polar Express Experience & Where To Stay & Dine In Williams, AZ

Watch the video below to get part 2 of the lowdown on visiting Williams, Arizona. Yesterday I published part 1 of my Arizona Daily Mix morning show segment all about Williams, Arizona. Here is part 2 with details about riding the Grand Canyon Railway from Williams to the Grand Canyon and information about the very […]

Road Trippin’ with Rach: 10 Reasons To Wander To Williams, AZ

Road trippin’ has become my jam in my empty nester chapter. I especially love sharing tips about great getaways in Arizona. With today’s article, I invite you to go road trippin’ with me, Rach to Williams, Arizona. You won’t believe just how much there is to do, see, eat, sip and ride in this historic […]

My Arizona Daily Mix Morning Show Montezuma Castle & Montezuma Well Arizona Day Trips Segment

From my awesome Arizona day trip article, 15 Exciting Day Trips From Phoenix:  A Local’s Guide that is published on the international travel website, twowanderingsoles…here is my recent segment on the Arizona Daily Mix morning show about two of my day trips plus the best Italian restaurant I’ve ever found. You won’t believe where it […]