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Basecamp ArizonaThe Tuxon Hotel

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

From this refurbished boutique motor lodge, the many-splendored delights of the Old Pueblo are just a stroll, bike ride or Uber away.

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Basecamp ArizonaThe Tavern Hotel

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

Make this boutique charmer in Old Town Cottonwood your basecamp for exploring the exploding Verde Valley arts-and-culture scene.

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Basecamp ArizonaThe Strawberry Inn

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

Plunge into the Tonto National Forest – and a swimming hole or two – from nearby Pine-Strawberry.

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Basecamp ArizonaMajestic Mountain Inn

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

Exploring Rim Country is a snap from the confines of this Payson pensione.

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Basecamp ArizonaHigh Country Motor Lodge

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

Savor the Flagstaff outdoors – and get a monster dose of Americana.

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Basecamp ArizonaMountain Modern Sedona

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

Stage your red-rock hiking expedition at this new outdoors-centric stayover.

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Basecamp ArizonaTrailborn Grand Canyon

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

Adventure awaits in the Grand Canyon – and this boutique hotel in the gateway town of Williams holds the key.

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Summer EscapesTexas Hill Country Quintet 

Leah LeMoineMay 13, 2026

Fixin’ to visit Fredericksburg this summer? The heart of Texas Hill Country offers activities aplenty, from the rustic to the refined.

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Summer EscapesDeep in the Art of Texas

Mirelle InglefieldMay 13, 2026

Tip your cowboy hat to the open road with a tour of Marfa, Alpine and other art-inclined towns in the Big Bend region of West Texas.

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Summer EscapesSonoma Summer Soak

Jessica DunhamMay 13, 2026

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Summer EscapesHappy Belated, Mickey!

Craig OuthierMay 13, 2026

Route 66 isn’t the only American road-trip institution celebrating a birthday.

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Summer EscapesSanta Monica Roadie

Craig OuthierMay 13, 2026

Take the I-10 west – all the way west – to the classic summer road-trip destination of Santa Monica.

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Summer EscapesSan Diego 3 Ways

Craig OuthierMay 13, 2026

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PromotionsEnter to Win Tickets to Jack Johnson

Matthew JohnsonMay 12, 2026

Enter for a chance to win tickets to this show on October 6 at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre.

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PromotionsEnter to Win Tickets to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks

Matthew JohnsonMay 12, 2026

Enter for a chance to win tickets to this show in August at Desert Diamond Arena.

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Charles Lohrmann

As managing editor and associate publisher of Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, Charles Lohrmann experienced astounding natural wonders, from canoeing in Deep East Texas to trekking into the remote canyonlands west of Del Rio to view Archaic rock art. From TPWD, Lohrmann moved to Texas Highways, the award-winning Official Travel Magazine of Texas, where he was editor and publisher, and directed coverage of destinations in every corner of Texas. As editor of Texas Co-op Power magazine, he guided content development — including travel, history and culture — for the largest circulation publication in the state of Texas, reaching more than 3.5 million readers. Now residing in Santa Fe, N.M., Lohrmann has also traveled throughout Arizona many times, in particular to the Hopi and Navaho tribal lands, as well as to the Tohono O’odham nation.

Jenna Watters

Jenna Watters was born and raised in Sedona, Arizona, which is where her love of music began. She started singing in church as a young girl, joined a traveling choir that toured all over Arizona, and even helped teach the choir her senior year at Sedona Red Rock High School. In 2005, she graduated high school and spent a couple years at Arizona State University before she decided to travel around Europe, and it was during her travels that she decided that a career in music was calling her name. She linked up with her friend, Daniel Watters and they began writing songs via e-mail and would meet up during holiday breaks back home to Sedona to play small coffee shop shows for their friends and family. Fast forward to 15 years later; Jenna now lives in Austin with her husband Daniel and their son Johnny and has achieved her dream of becoming a full time musician with their band, The Watters. She also sings in various other side projects in town and teaches yoga on the side. Both Jenna and Daniel’s families still live in Arizona and they often travel back home for holidays and shows.

Jennifer Baluch

Jenn is a celebrated food influencer and a stand out in Arizona’s culinary scene. Honored as Best Food Influencer and recognized for her TikTok and Instagram accounts by PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley, Jenn has become a trusted voice for food lovers across the state.

Her journey began during the challenging days of the Covid-19 pandemic, when she started spotlighting local restaurants to support struggling businesses.

Since then, Jenn has earned a reputation for her expertise in authentic Mexican cuisine, her passion for mom-and-pop eateries, and her love of dive bars and hidden gems.

Her genuine love for food shines through in her videos, where her expressions while tasting each dish say it all-no words needed.

Known for her honest yet thoughtful reviews, Jenn has built a loyal audience that appreciates her down-to-earth personality and approachability.

When she’s not discovering Arizona’s best bites, you might find her snapping selfies with fans or sharing her latest food finds.

Brian Goddard

Brian Goddard is a Scottsdale/Phoenix based Photographer, Videographer and Designer with a focus on Architecture, Food, Travel, Adventure, Garden and Lifestyle Content Creation.

Brian began his career as a Graphic Designer, Art Director and Photographer for Organic Gardening magazine and Organic Style magazine at Rodale, in Pennsylvania, Disney Adventures magazine in New York City, before relocating to Arizona to Design and Art Direct Phoenix Home & Garden magazine and PHOENIX magazine.

Brian has a lifelong interest in Adventure, Culture, Travel, Cuisine, Plants and Lifestyle, which makes Arizona a perfect place to Live, Work and Play.