April has been fun so far. I have a photographer friend that took photos of me. It was quite different being on the other side of the lens. I wanted them because I got back on a dating site. Here … Continue reading
April fun!
Author Archives: Travel Spirit
My March
March started with my new living room sectional being delivered. My old couches were leather and didn’t feel cozy. I really like my new set. I also purchased new bedding for my master bedroom. This first picture is my old … Continue reading
My February
Since I’ve been home from Arizona, there has been quite a bit going on. I went with my friend to a Mardi Gras celebration in Mainstrasse, Covington, Kentucky. Neither of us had been to it in the past and it … Continue reading
What I’ve been up to lately in the Phoenix area
On Thursday I had a mini spa day in Scottsdale. First I had my nails done and then I had a massage. Yesterday I went shopping and saw the movie, “Are you there God? It’s me, Margaret.” The movie was … Continue reading
Hiking in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Monday night for my final night in Sedona I went to the Sedona Airport Scenic Vista to see the sunset. Today, I did two hikes in Northern Scottsdale. The first one was Pinnacle Peak trail, 3 miles / 1000 ft. … Continue reading
Day two – Road trip from Phoenix to Sedona
The Sugarloaf Loop Summit and Teacup Loop (2 Miles 377 ft elevation gain) was a few houses down the road from the Airbnb I’m staying in. So I hiked it first thing this morning. The Chapel of the Holy Cross … Continue reading
Three-day road trip from Phoenix to Sedona
I got an early start this morning, as usual, and drove almost two hours to the quaint town of Prescott. I had a large breakfast that I couldn’t finish. Next, I drove 1.5 hrs. on highway 89 to Sedona to … Continue reading
Lost Dutchman State Park, The Dolly Steamboat, and Tortilla Flat Saloon
Today was fun-filled! I drove about two hours round-trip, beginning with a 2.3 mile hike (543 ft elevation gain) in Lost Dutchman State Park, called Treasure Loop Trail. It was a beautiful trail! After the hike, I drove on Route 88, … Continue reading
Exploring Scottsdale and Hiking in Tonto National Forest & Fountain Park
This morning I drove 15 minutes to Scottsdale to explore. It was pretty dead, I guess it was too early for people. I walked 1.5 mi and drank a latte (I gave up coffee almost two weeks ago – so … Continue reading
Gardens and Art in Phoenix
I left early this morning and arrived at the Desert Botanical Garden at 8:00 a.m., it’s opening time. It’s quite large, and took me about an hour to walk through. Next I checked out the Japanese Friendship Garden. It’s small … Continue reading
Hiking in the South Mountain Preserve and having lunch at The Farm at South Mountain
My hike this morning was almost four miles with a 925 ft. elevation gain in the South Mountain Preserve. It’s called the Hidden Valley Trail via Mormon Trail. I went with a friend I met a couple of days ago. The … Continue reading
My Airbnb in Tempe, Mesa Contemporary Art Museum, and dating while on vacation
I really like my Airbnb in Tempe for the next 3 weeks. There’s a hot tub outside and nice outdoor seating. It’s been raining since I arrived yesterday, so today I went to the Mesa Contemporary art museum. They were … Continue reading
Hiking and taking the Sabino Canyon Crawler
This morning, I hiked a short 1.5 mi trail in Sabino Canyon. Then I purchased a ticket ($15) to take the tram, called the Sabino Canyon Crawler. It travels 4 mi through the canyon with nine different stops in case … Continue reading
Cycling The Loop trail in Tucson and viewing the sunset
I love to cycle and Tucson is a great place for it! I rented an e-bike and cycled 36 miles. The Cañada del Oro River Trail section along the Oro valley was my favorite and the most scenic portion. The … Continue reading
The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Bajada Loop Drive, the Tucson Museum of Art, and El Presidio
This morning I drove 30 minutes and explored the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. It took about an hour and a half for me to see most of it. There’s a lot to see! The half mile desert walk was pretty and … Continue reading
Sherry Lachelle Travels 