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5 Arizona Winter Day Trips for Couples

In Arizona you can see something of everything. Phoenix offers dining and great city amenities. Flagstaff has cool getaways. Wickenburg was a twisted true cowboy. Sonoita pours the wine. And the back roads beckon with romance-igniting adventures. Rise in Wickenburg Wickenburg is a quick and painless drive from the Phoenix area – hop on US […]

Most Common Cacti in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The city of Las Cruces, New Mexico, is located in the south central area of New Mexico, about 40 miles from the more popular town of El Paso, Texas. Being in such a dry climate, (they only receive seven inches of rain a year) most plants can’t survive. However, cacti are very different. A cactus […]

Best Places to Live in Phoenix, Arizona

If you’re planning on moving to the Phoenix area finding the right neighborhood is very important. If you want easy access to freeways, good shopping, and great schools, doing research ahead of time will help you decide which area is the best for you. The most popular neighborhoods in Phoenix are Anthem, Ocotillo, and Fountain […]

Native Plants in Arizona

There is a great variety of plants that are native to Arizona. Everything from cacti, flowers, trees, and everything is connected to each other. Many of these plants are made to survive the hot and dry desert conditions. One such plant is the Saguaro cactus (carnegiea gigantea), which is also the state flower of Arizona. […]