Get out and enjoy the East Valley with your family!
Summer comes early in Arizona so like most of your fellow desert dwellers you are probably ready to get wet and stay cool. Here is the 411 on some of the valley’s best places to make a splash and cool off. There are three major water parks in the Phoenix area: Wet n’ Wild, Big Surf, and… [Continue Reading]
My grandparents used to keep a trailer up at Roosevelt Lake when I was a little girl. It was the perfect place to stay when we were visiting the lake, which was often. Some of my fondest memories are from our trips up to Roosevelt. My sisters, cousins, and I used to love to run around the area and explore whatever we could find…. [Continue Reading]
I never heard the story of the Polar Express until a few years ago. I am not a big fan of the movie but my children simply love it. I do, however, love trains. I find trains both historic and romantic. With so many children in love with both the Polar Express book and movie, adding a train trip to your… [Continue Reading]
I recently had the opportunity to visit Santa’s Workshop and the North Pole Experience in Flagstaff. It moved from Greer to Flagstaff this year which will be great for those of us in the Valley. My family actually attended last year in Greer too (at our own cost), so I’m able to easily compare the… [Continue Reading]
Sometimes we all need to recharge a little and take a vacation, but don’t necessarily have the time or funds for all that a vacation entails. We live in one of the most gorgeous places in America, so why not take advantage of the fabulous resorts here in the Phoenix metro area? We’ve compiled a… [Continue Reading]
I was able to experience the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa too with my family! I don’t know where to begin…this resort is so beautiful! It is located in North Scottsdale, so it’s only a short drive from anywhere in the Valley. This was my family’s second time staying here because we love it. If you’ve… [Continue Reading]
Last week I had the absolute pleasure of staying at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. I cannot say enough good things about this resort! Saying they spoil you would be a huge understatement. From the minute we arrived we felt like we were the only ones there. The staff opened the car door… [Continue Reading]
Welcome to Day 2 of the East Valley Mom Guide Staycation series! My family had the pleasure of staying at the Point Hilton Squaw Peak in Phoenix. I have a six year old and a four year old. From the moment we got there, until the second we left they just wanted to swim! I… [Continue Reading]
Arizona is home to many beautiful resorts and Arizonans are blessed to have seemingly endless possibilities when choosing a stay-cation destination. This week East Valley Mom Guide is introducing you to a few of these resorts and we hope your family finds its stay-cation destination. My family and I recently stayed at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, a AAA Four Diamond Resort in Scottsdale. It… [Continue Reading]
I am always on the lookout for fun little weekend trips my family can take. It’s nice to get a change of scenery without planning a big expensive vacation. If you head a few hours south to Tucson, you can visit the Pima Air & Space Museum. It is one of the largest air and… [Continue Reading]
