Grand Canyon November: 6 expert tips for a late fall visit
A Grand Canyon November visit is rewarding: no crowds and gorgeous weather. We show you how to enjoy the park during this transition season.
Entries by Michael Milne
Find the Truly Nolen Cars in Tucson, AZ: 50 Classic Cars on Display Around Town
Photo-op classic cars parked in random spots all around Tucson. How wonderfully odd! Truly Nolen cars are a staple in the Tucson landscape. But why are classic cars perched on random street corners with the words “TRULY NOLEN” painted on the side? We were on a mission to find out. What are Truly Nolen cars? […]
Ted’s Hot Dogs in Phoenix Arizona: Char-grilled, Delicious
We visit Ted’s Hot Dogs in Phoenix (Tempe) to see if the classic char-grilled dogs from Buffalo, NY are as good here. Spoiler alert: they are.
A fun visit to the massive Tucson Airplane Graveyard, aka “The Boneyard” (over 3,000 planes!)
I could stare at airplanes for hours. Which is exactly what I did at the Tucson Boneyard (geek-heaven!) The Tucson airplane graveyard is a must-visit site for anyone who loves aircraft (that’s us!). Learn about this amazing place, and how you can visit “the Boneyard,” as it’s unofficially known. Visiting the Boneyard is one of […]
7 Tips to Avoid Scams on Airbnb and other Popular Vacation Rental Sites
Scams on Airbnb & other vacation rental sites are rare, but they DO happen. Learn how to spot the bogus deals with tips based on our experience with 100+ stays
12 Fabulously Unique Things to do in Tucson AZ
Sure, we’re planning to go to Saguaro National Park. But what else is there to do in Tucson? One of the reasons we love Tucson is because there are quirky attractions here that you won’t find anywhere else. Whether it’s the best Mexican food in America or the world’s largest collection of military aircraft, here […]
8 Unusual Museums in Tucson Arizona
We love exploring these unusual museums in Tucson Arizona. From a funky spot to view old signs to miniatures, to a rodeo tribute, check out our 7 favorites.
Airbnb Arizona: 10 Tips For Finding the Best
With so many Airbnb options, it’s a challenge filtering through all the listings. How do you narrow it down? Before you choose your Airbnb Arizona, check out our list of tips-we’ll help you find the best Airbnb for YOU. We’ve stayed at Airbnb rentals throughout Arizona with generally positive results. In fact, we’ve stayed more […]
Standing on the Corner Winslow Arizona: Visiting a Memorable Rock n’ Roll Park off I-40
I love visiting sights where an element from pop culture has become a destination unto itself. “Standing on the corner Winslow Arizona” immediately calls to mind the Classic Rock song Take it Easy, made famous by the group Eagles. The town of Winslow has embraced the song and created a park commemorating the song. In […]
BOOM! Visiting the Explosive Titan Missile Museum near Tucson, Arizona
Is this really where they launched missiles? Or just a creepy underground set from Stranger Things? A visit to the Titan Missile Museum in Arizona is an eye-opening experience. This amazing underground sight shows the might (and fright) that was created during the Cold War. Take a tour for a glimpse into national defense in […]