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From soothing spas to stunning scenery, this city has it all.
One particularly glitzy group, outfitted in sashes and sequins, rode by on Segways.
As an East Coast girl, Id never seen mountains and cacti like this.
Whether youre planning asolo triplike mine or abachelorette party, here are my recommendations.
Groups can request interconnected suites, which could be great for family trips and bachelorette weekends.
To unwind, I had a body wrap at the hotels spa, then relaxed by the pool.
As for art and architecture, theMuseum of Contemporary Arthosts a rotating collection of colorful, thought-provoking exhibits.
I wish Id been in town for the weeklyArtWalk,which Old Town galleries host every Thursday night.
The wrangler leading the excursion had plenty of tips, and it was perfect for novice riders like myself.
The restaurant also offers eight twists on the classic mimosa.
I ordered Thai lettuce cups and a green juice totally refreshing.
For another brunch spot, tryThe Thumb.
My favorite was the white blend.
Wear sunglasses, smear on sunscreen, and keep refilling that water bottle.
My hike and horseback ride both started at 8 a.m. to beat the midday temps.
(For similar reasons,summer weddingsin Arizona are sometimes planned around brunch.)
If you wilt in hot weather, consider a trip during the cooler months.
As a heads up, March and April can be packed thanks tobaseballs spring training.
I wish Id done the same for Lost Dog Wash Trailhead.
I found one driver 20 minutes away, who canceled 19 minutes later.
The next car took another 20 minutes to arrive.
This article was originally published onJune 14, 2023
