Arizona
Arizona brings southwestern charm and captives visitors with its diverse landscapes, the Grand Canyon, and the amazing red rocks of Sedona. It is home to major cities like Phoenix and Tucson, offering tranquil desert retreats. Arizona offers an array of experiences from outdoor activities for nature lovers, various restaurants, national parks, and its rich Native American heritage of stunning natural wonders.
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Airport + Transportation
- Phoenix – (PHX) Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (suggested airport, closest to downtown)
- Sedona– PHX Airport and drive into Sedona (2.5 hour drive) or fly into FLG Airport which is in Flagstaff.
- Scottsdale – Jet Edge International 16101 Airport or PHX Airport
Transportation: Uber or RENT a Car (if driving between cities I suggest renting a car)
Where to stay? Hotels
- Courtyard by Marriott Sedona
- Enchantment Resort Sedona
- CIVANA Resort (Carefree, Arizona)
- Arizona Biltmore by Hilton (Phoenix)
- Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa
- JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort
- Hotel Adeline, Scottsdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Hotel Valley Ho (Scottsdale)
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape
- Sheraton (Phoenix Downtown)
- Royal Palms Resort and Spa (Phoenix)
- Hyatt Regency Phoenix
- Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Airbnb's
Sedona
- Sedona’s Best Kept Secret. A Luxury Retreat w/ Spa
- Sunrise Studio
- Hiker’s Haven – View & Patio (great for group hikers)
- La Colibri Rouge Master Bedroom 2 (perfect for couple getaway)
- Sedona Domes 5-star Landmark Extreme Home
- Sedona Sunset Jewel, Amazing Views, Pool
- Newly Built Tiny Home with Awesome Views
Where to eat? Restaurants
Phoenix & Scottsdale
- Wren & Wolf (Phoenix)
- Sake Haus (Sushi Bar)
- Toca Madera (Dinner)
- STK (Dinner)
- View 180 (Sedona)
- Sumomaya (unlimited brunch mimosas)
- Maple & Ash (Dinner)
- Deigo Pops (Mexican Cuisine)
- Bacanora (Mexican Cuisine)
- Gallo Blanco (Mexican Cuisine)
- Lom Wong (Thai Cuisine)
- Glai Baan
- Tia Carmen (vibes)
- LATHA (African Cuisine)
- Taco Chelo
- Taco Boys
- Breakfast Club (Best breakfast sandwiches)*Must
- Brunch & Sip (Black-Own Lively Brunch Spot)
- Sugar Jam TSK- Popular black-owned spot for Brunch
- Casa (nice lively dinner spot)
- Sante’ (lunch or breakfast spot)
- Matt’s Big Breakfast
- The Stand Arcadia Burger Shoppe
- Bad Jimmy’s (popular burgers)
- Little Miss BBQ – University
- The Fry Bread House
- Pizzeria Bianco
- Crete Tea Room
- CC’s on Central (Cajun Cuisine)
Sedona
- View 180
- Wild Flower (Sedona)
- The Secret Garden Café (Healthy-Sedona)* Must
- Canyon Breeze Restaurant (Sedona)
- Famous Pizza & Beer – (West Sedona)
- Hideaway House (Sedona)
- The Hudson (Sedona Best Brunch Spot- Perfect for Sunset)*MUST
- Wild Flower (Sedona)
- The Secret Garden Café (healthy-Sedona)
- Canyon Breeze Restaurant (Sedona)
- Famous Pizza & Beer – (West Sedona)
- Chocotree
- Layla’s
- Shore Bird
- Local Juice
- Tii Gavo (360 view of red rocks)
- Che Ah Chi Restaurant (9/10 views of red rock, inside Enchantment Resort)
Bars, Lounges, Rooftops
Downtown Phoenix
- Roosevelt Row Arts District
- The Churchill
- Barcoa Agaveria
- Ghost Donkey
- Palma
- Sazerac
- Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.
- Angles Trumpet Ale House
Central Phoenix (Hangout Local Spots)
- Culinary Dropout at the Yard
- Century Grand
- Linger Longer Lounge
- The Womack
- Across the Pond
- The Causal Pint
- 36 Below
- The Vig Uptown
Downtown Old Town Scottsdale
- 1. Bevvy
- 2. Scapegoat Beer and Wine
- 3. Wasted Grain
- 4. Hi Fi Kitchen & Cocktails
- 5. AZ/88
- 6. Beverly on Main
- 7. Mint Ultra Lounge
- 8. ZuZu Lounge at Hotel Valley Ho
Bars and Lounges
- UnderTow
- Platform 18 (Vintage Train Car-Bar)
- 1912 Cocktail Bar (inside Valentine Restaurant)
- Huarachis Taueria (Cocktail Bar)
- Main Bar Street- Varies bars similar to 6th Street in Austin
- Cocktail at Encan (Sedona)
Rooftop Bars
- Cottontail Lounge (Scottsdale- Instagram Worthy)
- Outrider Rooftop Lounge (Old Town Scottsdale- great for sunset view)
- Tell Your Friends (Great Gatsby Themed)
- Carry On (Airplane Bar Set -Phoenix, AZ)
- Don Woods’ Say When (Uptown Phoenix)
- From the Rooftop (Downtown Phoenix)
- Floor 13 Rooftop Bar (Downtown Phoenix)
- Lustre Rooftop Bar (Downtown Phoenix)
- Upstairs at Flint (Biltmore)
- Alibi Rooftop Lounge (Tempe)
- Sotol Modern Cocktail Kitchen (popular)
Exploring Things to do in Sedona (2.5 hrs from Phoenix)
- Pink Sedona Jeep Tour
- Grand Canyon National Park (2.5-3 Hour Drive from Sedona)
- Antelope Canyon (walk in between the red rocks) and Horseshoe Bend
- Antelope Canyon (single red rock tour)
- Secret Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Tour
- Lower Antelope Canyon Tour Ticket (only guided NAVAJO land)
- Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
- Seven Canyons 4×4 Tour from Sedona
- Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure Package (they offer a starlight night ride as well)
- The Original 4 Winery Tour with Charcuterie
- Out of Africa Wildlife Park Admission Ticket
Wineries + Breweries in Sedona
Wineries
- Page Spring Cellars
- Javelina Leap Vineyards, Winery & Bistro
- Alcantara Vineyards and Winery (rated by Martha Stewart)
- Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery
- DA Ranch (Traveler’s Favorite)
Brewery or Distillery
- Smelter Town Brewery
- Oak Creek Brewery
- Sedona Beer Company
- Belfry Brewery
- Redwall Distillery
Hiking Trails
Popular
- Devils Bridge Hike in Sedona – (on your own) Step-By-Step Trail Guide HIGHLY RATED(4.2 miles usually a line, suggest early morning)
- Cathedral Rock Trail (1.5 miles roundtrip)
- Bell Rock Loop Trail (1.8 miles roundtrip)
- The Birthing Cave (2 miles roundtrip)
- Munds Wagon Trail (6.4 miles roundtrip) Rock Formation View point
- Boynton Canyon Trail & Subway Cave (use GAIA GPS- must).
- Subway Cave (harder advance hike, bring rope to climb into the cave)
Additional Trails
- Oak Creek
- Holy Cross
- Vortex’s
- Soldiers Pass Trail and Seven Sacred Pools
- West Fork Trail
- Airport Mesa Trail
- Doe Mountain Trail
- Fay Canyon Trail
- Bear Mountain Trail
- Brins Mesa Trail
- Broken Arrow Trail
Other Suggestions?
- Hire @benji (IG) if you want a gorgeous guided hike experience
- Havasupai Falls (less than 6 hours from Tucson)
*Note: This Falls requires reservations for hike, with a minimum 3 night stay and it’s a 10 to 11-mile hike).
Important Disclaimer: All hikes are at your own risk, proceed with caution and safety.
Bachelorette Party Details....Getting Marriedddddddd!!!!
Where to Stay?
Airbnb’s
- Casa Nopal (5 mins to Old Town)
- Spa De Solei (8mins to Old Town)
- Good Night Premium Stays– Havana Style
- The Palms in Scottsdale
- The Dolly – Desert Disco
- *Where I stayed for my bach group trip of 11 girls)
Hotels
- Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa
- JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort
- Hotel Adeline, Scottsdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Hotel Valley Ho (Scottsdale)
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape
- Sheraton (Phoenix Downtown)
- Royal Palms Resort and Spa (Phoenix)
- Hyatt Regency Phoenix
- Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Restaurants
- Toca Madera (Dinner)
- CALA (Vibrant, great energy)
- STK (Dinner)
- View 180 (Sedona)
- Sumomaya (unlimited brunch mimosas)
- Maple & Ash (Request a Personalized Dinner Menu)
- Alma Scottsdale (mexican)
Bars
- The Beverly on Main
- Coach House
- Drunk Munk
- Kelly’s
- Diego Pops
- Kaz bar
- Evo
- Sel
- Killer Whale Sex Club
- Jade Bar
- Culinary Dropout
- Montauk
- Bottled BlondeAlma
Things to Do
- Pink Adventure Jeep Tours (Traveler’s Choice Awards)
- W Scottsdale WET Pool Party
- The Best Pool Parties in Scottsdale
- Activities & Excursions (including Champagne Train, Party Bike, Party Boat, ATV’S)
Party Vendors
- Scottsdale Party Planner
- Margarita Machine Rentals in Phoenix and Scottsdale
- Mr. Margarita Phoenix
- AZ Party Rentals (including snow cones, nachos, popcorn machine, inflatables, hot dog machine, and etc).
- Tropical Breeze Frozen Drinks
- Tacos Trafi Catering
Fridge Stocking (no store run, arrive with pre-stock fridge)
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Travel Tips
- Arizona is known for its very hot weather temperatures, so be prepared for the HEAT.
- Suggest hiking boots for Sedona hike trails and a water backpack.
- If you’re planning to visit Antelope Canyon it requires to book with a tour guide only, this is restricted NAVAJO Land.
- If your planning on doing a popular hiking trail in Sedona, such as “Devils Bridge” then start hiking at 6am to beat the crowds.
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