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Arizona is my favorite spring break destination.
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items We had the best time in Arizona this past spring break. The landscapes are so diverse and there’s so much to see. If you are planning a family trip and want to go on an adventure, this is it! Below are some of our highlights.
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National Parks
Top cities
Where to go
Where to stay
Travel resources we love
National Parks
They are all so unique! We loved all of them. Use the NPS app to check for any closures. All of the visitor center are great. It’s our favorite place to collect our magnets!
I was blown away by the magnitude of the Grand Canyon. It’s a must see for everyone!
Grand Canyon National Park
We went to the western park. The size of these cacti are incredible. The average saguaro is 150 years old! This park was really quiet so it was so nice and peaceful hiking the trails
Saguaro National Park
Such a cool national park. We loved walking the Blue Mesa Trail and seeing all of the petrified wood. Really fascinating.
Petrified Forest National Park
Top cities
These 2 cities are our all time favorites. They both have so much to offer for travelers who love the great outdoors. You could never get bored!
Word can’t express my love for Sedona. I could spend a week here! The trails, the sites, the scenery. It’s all so beautiful and there are even spiritual vortexes too.
Visit Sedona
Flagstaff is so unique. We went to the snow bowl and hiked in snow during spring break! At the bottom of the mountain it’s so much warmer. The trees, the shops, the drive down to Sedona. So cool!
Explore Route 66 Flagstaff Attractions
Where to go
There are endless places to go in AZ. We loved Route 66 and everything in between.
The drive on 89A through Oak creek canyon is incredible. This is where you can find slide rock and so many other places to see!
Oak Creek Canyon
This is amazing! Buy tickets online to save a little money and plan on a few hours. They do a tour, have a museum and all kinds of interactive things. It’s a must see once in your life
Meteor Crater Natural Landmark
I’m a big Eagles fan so couldn’t pass up the opportunity to stop here since we see driving nearby anyway. Super nostalgic, great place to grab breakfast or lunch.
Winslow, Arizona: Standin' on the Corner
Another great stop on Route 66 you have to do before/after Grand Canyon. So many retro diners and cute shops to explore.
Williams, Arizona
We stopped here nexuses we are big baseball fans. We kissed spring training by about a week turnout spring break dates so we took a few pictures outside. Very cool to see. Area is new and beautiful!
Spring Training Home of the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds
This was a cool experience and very near our Verde Ranch RV resort.
Montezuma Castle National Monument
Where to stay
I always strive to find the most unique stays at a reasonable price and I nailed it in AZ. You’ll see the wide range of options I included below.
Super unique stay in Holbrook right on Route 66. Such a fun experience!
Wigwam Motel
We couldn’t pass up the chance to stay in a conestoga wagon! There is a reason this is a top rated luxury campground. The clubhouse in is fabulous with 3 hot tubs, large pool and inside amenities. We rented a golf cart to get around. Please note it i...
Verde Ranch RV Resort | Luxury RV Sites, Cabins & Glamping in Camp ...
LOVED this property. It’s walkable to all the excitement in Sedona. Pool and amenities are fabulous. It’s like a timeshare but we used our points to get a room. Feels very private and quiet.
Hyatt Vacation Club at Piñon Pointe
So this is a retro motel that’s been modernized. Vibe is so fun, BUT it’s not in a good location. Feels a bit sketchy because they have steel gates that close each night for guest protection. It’s basically on a road right next to a main highway. We ...
The Tuxon Hotel | Tucson Arizona | Official Site
This is another converted retro motel. Hipster vibe with masculine decor. Perfect for winter sport lovers. It was quiet during our stay but also too cold to swim since the pool is cold plunge.
High Country Motor Lodge
This was a great property in Tempe. Kids loved the pools, slides and hot tubs. They have a little mountain trail to walk up and see the sunset.
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes
Travel resources we love
This is our airline, car rental and trail app of choice for all of our trips.
We use this app for every hike. It’s super helpful and is a great safety measure. We let our son take the lead sometimes to navigate us.
AllTrails
We rented from enterprise after we flew in and packed in about 1400 miles within 8 days. A standard SUV suited our family of 4 well.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
For family trips, southwest is my airline of choice. I’m always on the hunt for great deals or to use my points
Southwest Airlines