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Old Town Scottsdale is where you’ll find blue skies, mountain views, biking paths, shops, and amazing restaurants. But you know what else is waiting for you there? A bomb @$$ Old Town Scottsdale happy hour! Whether at a swanky hotel or a scenic rooftop lounge, happy hour is the perfect excuse to explore the Old […]

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9 Best Boutique Hotels Scottsdale, AZ | Luxury Resort Getaways

Heading to Arizona and looking for the best boutique hotels in Scottsdale? Well, you’re in for a treat. When it comes to luxury hotels, Scottsdale, Arizona, does not disappoint.  Scottsdale is known as one of the finest golf destinations in the world, so it’s no surprise that it has boutique hotels to match. Pair that […]

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10 Best Scottsdale Coffee Shops for Irresistible Drinks & Vibes

Sure, you probably know Scottsdale, Arizona, for its old west vibes, mountains, shopping, and high-end dining, buttttt do you know about the best Scottsdale coffee shops? As a local, I feel slightly biased when I say that Scottsdale coffee shops are some of my favorites, but alas, it’s true.  Of course, they have the obvious, […]

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Day Trips from Scottsdale AZ

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18 Best Day Trips from Scottsdale, AZ That Prove West is Best

Scottsdale, Arizona, never ceases to amaze me. There’s cactus (duh), world-class resorts, MOUNTAINS— I mean, no wonder it’s coined, “The West’s Most Western Town.” And guess what? Red rocks, SNOW, urban sprawl, and national parks are all quick day trips from Scottsdale. Like what doesn’t this place have to offer? Okay, maybe, generally speaking, not […]

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weekend in scottsdale az itinerary

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Ultimate Weekend in Scottsdale Itinerary for a Memorable Getaway

Retro vibes, cactus, cowboy culture, luxury, hot air balloon rides—this is Scottsdale, Arizona at a glance! It’s like a little treasure chest just waiting for you to sort through all of its golden goodies, which is exactly why you need to spend a weekend in Scottsdale ASAP. What’s also great about this desert city is […]

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Most Instagrammable Places in Scottsdale

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25 Most Instagrammable Places in Scottsdale, AZ + Map (Local Recs)

If you’re heading to the Scottsdale, Arizona area soon and want some pics for the #gram, this blog has you covered. We’re going to discuss the 20+ most Instagrammable places in Scottsdale and PLUS where to find them—all recommendations come from my experience as a local. The best part is that all of these photo […]

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Phoenix to Sedona to Grand Canyon Itinerary - 5 Day AZ Road Trip

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Phoenix to Sedona to Grand Canyon Itinerary – 5 Day AZ Road Trip

Arizona has a lot to see, whether it’s national parks, canyons, urban sprawl, hot pink skies, or the famous saguaro cactus. Wow, don’t you wish there were a way to see it all? There is! One of the most bucket-list-worthy Arizona adventures you can embark on is a Phoenix Sedona Grand Canyon itinerary! This sort […]

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