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August 21, 2015 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

Arizona Travel

Little Jamaica

Little Jamaica

Little Jamaica has been closed by the ADOT.

If you are looking for a wet family fun day, check out Little Jamaica in Littlefield, Arizona.

It’s a man-made swimming hole that is near the Virgin River.

the wave arizona

Coyote Buttes North and The Wave

One of the most sought-after hikes in the world is The Wave in Arizona (Coyote Butte North). With only 20 permits a day issued, it is often called the “holy grail” of permits. Click here to read How to Get a Permit to The Wave in Arizona.

California Travel

Disneyland Parking

Disneyland

My sister is a HUGE Disney fan and goes to Disney World several times a year with her family. When she visited me a while back, we hit the road and visited Disneyland. Below are a few articles to help with the planning of your next Disneyland vacation:

  • 4 Secret Things to do at Disneyland
  • Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Disneyland
  • Disneyland Discount Tickets
  • Disneyland Kennel Club
  • Disneyland Parking Tips and Tricks
  • Disneyland Resort Hotels Secret Things to do and See
  • Disneyland California Adventure Not so Secret Things to Do
  • Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
  • Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Resort
  • Survival Guide to Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort

Nevada Travel

I love love love living in Nevada. There is so much to do and we are also located where we can access some amazing places within a short drive.

I have so many articles I want to share and am working on processing the images and writing the content. Below is what I have published to date about traveling in Nevada.

Ash Meadows

Ash Meadows is an oasis in the middle of the desert. Once you arrive and start exploring, you forget that you are in the middle of nowhere.

Ash Meadows National Wildlife Preserve

Ash Meadows Visitors Center

Crystal Reservoir at Ash Meadows

Longstreet Spring and Cabin at Ash Meadows

Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows

Hiking in Red Rock

Red Rock is home to some AMAZING hikes. There is everything from hikes easy enough for hiking with kids to some strenuous and hair-raising exposure.

I have hiked a lot of trails in Red Rock and below are the articles I have written to date. Click here to read my hiking diary.

Also, here is a list of most of the more well-known hiking trails in the Las Vegas area.

Cowboy Cave at Red Rock

Ice Box Canyon at Red Rock

Mt. Charleston

Mt. Charleston is a short drive from Las Vegas and where locals go to “beat the heat” when Las Vegas heats up during the summer.

Cathedral Rock at Mt. Charleston

Cathedral Rock Picnic Area

Mt. Charleston Hiking

Mt. Charleston Picnic Areas

Nevada Hot Springs

Nevada is home to numerous hot springs and I cannot wait to visit them all!

Click here to read about Nevada hot springs and then below are my articles on specific hot springs in Nevada.

Ash Meadows

Rogers Spring

Laughlin

For a nearby getaway, Laughlin does not disappoint.

Colorado River Heritage Greenway Trail

Don Laughlin Car Museum

Laughlin Hotel and Casinos

Laughlin Labyrinths

Laughlin Riverwalk

Things to do in Laughlin Nevada

Pahrump

I haven’t done much in Pahrump other than the Pahrump Balloon Festival. While it’s way out there, it will be a place I will be exploring and sharing information about.

Valley of Fire

Valley of Fire is one of my “go-to” places to visit as there is so much to see. Once the weather is cooler I will be found there again camping and explorings.

Valley of Fire Information

Valley of Fire Entrance Fee

Valley of Fire State Park

Valley of Fire Visitor Center

Camping at Valley of Fire

Arch Rock Campground at Valley of Fire

Atlatl Rock Campground

Valley of Fire Group Campground

Valley of Fire Points of Interest

Arch Rock at Valley of Fire

Atlatl Rock

Balancing Rock at the Valley of Fire

Beehives at the Valley of Fire

Elephant Rock at Valley of Fire

John J. Clark Memorial

Lone Rock at the Valley of Fire

Poodle Rock at the Valley of Fire

Seven Sisters at the Valley of Fire

Valley of Fire Arches

Valley of Fire State Park Cabins

Valley of Fire Hikes

Fire Wave at Valley of Fire

Rainbow Vista at the Valley of Fire

White Domes at the Valley of Fire

antelope ground squirrel

Wildlife in Nevada

Nevada is home to some unique and rare wildlife species. Some, like the Palmer Squirrel, are found only in one area.

  • Nevada Wildlife
  • Snake in Nevada
Zion Narrows

Utah Travel

Cedar Breaks

Alpine Pond at Cedar Breaks Monument

Cedar Canyon Campground

Duck Creek Village

Cascade Falls

Duck Creek Ice Cave

Mammoth Cave

Panguitch Lake

Burger Barn at Panguitch Lake

Skiing in Utah

Brianhead Ski Tips

Zion National Park

Ferber Resort at Zion National Park

Weeping Rock at Zion National Park

Cruising Information

cruise tips

Our family loves to cruise as it takes the thinking out of “where are we going,” “what are we going to do,” where are we going to eat,” etc.

Cruising allows us to “sample” different places to see if we would like to visit again for a longer duration.

Below are my current articles on cruising and Carnival Cruises.

First Time Cruise Tips

Hidden Cruise Costs

Packing List for Cruise

Port Canaveral Cruise Parking

Tips on How to Prevent Sea Sickness During Your Cruise

Carnival Cruise Information

Carnival Cruise Tips

Carnival Serenity Retreat – Adults Only

Mexico Travel

Generations Riviera Maya by Karisma

Riviera Maya Mexico

One of my favorite Mexico vacations was at the Karisma Generations Resort. I went there as part of a media trip to learn more about the Little Eko Chef at Generations Riviera.

The trip was a lot of fun and one of my “fun” articles I wrote was My Trip With Mexican Coke, which showcased the resort with Mexican Coke as the “model.”

To get a better idea of how wonderful the resort is, check out the Dining Options at Generation Riviera Maya and Generations Riviera Maya Rooms.

Also, because the venue is so awesome, I felt an article on Karisma Resorts Weddings was needed because this place is an amazing backdrop for a wedding.

villa del palmar loreto mexico
Walking into my room and immediately seeing this view, I knew the stay was going to be amazing!

Loreto Mexico

I was fortunate to go to Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, Mexico twice on a press trip and wonderful memories were made on each trip. The first time I went solo and made some wonderful new friends. The second time I attended with my son to participate in the grand opening of their AMAZING golf course.

The Doors of San Miguel de Allende

San Miguel de Allende Mexico

I spent an amazing week in San Miguel de Allende and took a few thousand pics. Unfortunately, the only photos I have processed and used to date are for the article, The Doors of San Miguel de Allende.

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