Ideas for relaxed, beautiful living — because this season deserves to be savored
Escape the Heat: A Weekend in Pinetop
A White Mountains golf getaway with good friends, good food, and a few lessons learned about Arizona monsoons — plus where to eat, hike, and unwind in Pinetop.
Escape the Heat: A Weekend in San Diego
A slow coastal San Diego getaway with waterfront walks, the USS Midway, Balboa Park, Hotel del Coronado, Little Italy, and two recipes to bring the weekend home.
Escape the Heat Series: Prescott, Arizona
Escape the Arizona summer heat with a Prescott getaway featuring Courthouse Plaza, Whiskey Row, public golf, Watson Lake, a Grumpy Sicilian-inspired pizza recipe, and Karen’s weekend checklist for an easy trip.
A Verde Canyon Railroad Escape: Cooler Air, Bloody Marys & an Old Arizona Afternoon
Looking for a cooler Arizona escape? Join us aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for stunning canyon views, a relaxing afternoon ride, and a Bloody Mary worth savoring along the way.
Lunch on the Greens: A New Golf Cart, a Wall That Still Gets Me, and a Salad Worth Bringing Home
A relaxed afternoon at Springfield Golf Resort— where a simple lunch, a beautiful view, and an easy pace come together. A look at Arizona golf course dining and how to bring that same feeling home.
Well… The Birds Are Gone
The birds have flown north, the pace has slowed, and everything feels a little easier. From morning coffee on the patio to last-minute gatherings and finally getting a tee time, this is one of the best times of year to enjoy Arizona living.
The Final Weeks of Snowbird Season
Snowbird season is winding down. Before you head home for the summer, enjoy a few last Arizona evenings, get the house buttoned up, and make the trip home a little easier.
A practical look at the final weeks of the season — with a few travel comforts, home-closing reminders, and one last chance to enjoy Arizona before the heat really arrives.