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Arizona

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Saguaro National Park - Giant cacti in the Arizona desert - USA

Outside of Tucson, Arizona is Saguaro National Park, the perfect place to see the queen of the desert - the giant saguaro cactus.

Petrified Forest - The petrified forest in the striped desert - Arizona

Petrified forest national park is a desert landscape in the United States that is unlike any other. 200 million years ago, tropical forests in Arizona were covered by volcanic lava. The trees eventually became a petrified forest surrounded by a striped desert.

Monument Valley – Iconic landscape of the Navajo Nation

Far from cities and civilization lies the iconic Monument Valley. The place that is so special that we have visited it not just once, but twice.

Tombstone - The deadly silver town in Arizona - USA

Not all cities are called America's deadliest. However, the southern Arizona silver mining town of Tombstone earned its name.

Grand Canyon - National park in my heart - Arizona - USA

There is a risk that this post might get a little buttery. This post is not only a travel story about the Grand Canyon, but also a small life story about how a national park in Arizona was able to have such a big place in my life.

Utah & Arizona Driving Vacations - Day Plans for an 18 Day Road Trip

Thinking of a driving vacation through the national parks of Utah and Arizona? Join us on an 18-day road trip to some of America's absolute highlights!

Ranch Adventures at Tanque Verde Ranch – Arizona

Riding on vacation? Yes! We have stayed at Tanque Verde Ranch in the Arizona desert - a real adventure for the whole family!

Top 5 nature experiences in Arizona - USA

Arizona has a unique landscape and many memorable nature experiences. Here are my five favorites.