Stories by Patti

Excellent Eats

7 Best Mexican Restaurants in Tucson, Arizona

Jul 11, 2016

When it comes to food culture, the southwestern state of Arizona is known to share several flavors with their neighbor to the south, Mexico, and that means there are some extremely delectable places to eat in the area. The city of Tucson is just about 70 miles north of the border, so it's needless to say that there aren't many Mexican cuisine restaurants that serve up a bad meal. However, here are some of the best Mexican eateries in the Old Pueblo according to locals and visitors alike. continue reading

Signature Drinks

5 Best Places in Tucson for Margaritas

Jul 10, 2016

Here are the top eight places in Tucson to order up a one of those tequila-infused delights! continue reading

Spooky Settings

8 Arizona Ghost Towns You Can Still Visit

Jul 7, 2016

Just by their description, "ghost towns" sound like places that no one should ever step foot in. However, they're actually more than just abandoned towns, but actual locations that serve as somewhat of a time capsule for a place's history. Arizona has several of them that you can actually still visit, and explore the remains of what used to be a thriving community several decades ago. Here are some of the ones around the state that are worth checking out on your next southwestern road trip! continue reading

Star-Filled Skies

7 Arizona Observatories to Visit for Incredible Stargazing

Jul 1, 2016

Arizona is a unique state in a way that there aren’t as many bright lights in cities and towns, due to the large astronomy community. Even though it makes it a little tougher at night to drive, the dark skies are amazing to look at from almost anywhere! Here are the top seven observatories that any astronomy lover would enjoy. continue reading

Golf Fanatics

Top 8 Golf Courses in Phoenix, Arizona

Jul 1, 2016

Arizona gets so many days of sun per year, some of the best greens in the whole country are located right in the Phoenix area and Scottsdale. Here are the top eight courses any avid golfer must try! continue reading

The Great Outdoors

8 Best Places to Camp in Arizona

Jun 28, 2016

Getting out into the great outdoors is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of Arizona. While it does have that famous desert landscape, there… continue reading

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