As I mentioned in my recent posts, Graham and I made an impromptu visit to Williams last weekend to tour Bearizona wildlife park. It wasn't on the way to Flagstaff, but we had always wanted to go there. We found it just off Interstate 40, at Exit 165 in Williams. We had our two dogs in tow, so we were worried we might not be allowed to see the park. But when we got there the attendant gave us a ... Read more
Road Trip to Williams, Arizona
It's been a few years since I've been to Williams, the "gateway to the Grand Canyon." We took some time to tour the town yesterday before heading to Bearizona, the drive-through wildlife park just off Interstate 40. While it's a popular pit stop on the way to the Grand Canyon National Park, Williams is a tourist destination that can hold its own. It's home to quaint antique and souvenir shops, ... Read more
2012 Fiesta Bowl Parade
It's hard to believe that I am a Phoenix native yet have never seen the Fiesta Bowl Parade in person. This year, I found a good viewing spot in my neighborhood, which is often on the route for parades. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation's float Cute dancing salsas accompany the chips. Ballet Folklorico Alegria's colorful costumes. Tempe High School's ... Read more