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Travel articles by Susan Lanier-Graham

Cooking on the salsa trail

AAA Highroads: Arizona’s Salsa Trail

March 1, 2013

Salsa Trail: The heat is on when you follow the Old West Highway to one of the state's most-seasoned regions. Explore Arizona's Salsa Trail, which follows the Old West Highway through Graham and Greenlee counties, and welcomes visitors for a taste of this unique corner of the state.

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Callville Bay houseboats at night

Travel Buzz: Local adventures close to home

May 2012

You don't need to leave the state to see some amazing sites. Read on to learn more about some of Arizona's amazing attractions: Arcosanti, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Taliesin West, Calville Bay Resort & Marina and Lake Havasu City.

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Molly Butler Lodge at night

Molly Butler Lodge: Magic in the Mountains

May 2012

Just about the time Arizona became a state, a little over a century ago, "Aunt" Molly Butler opened a lodge in Greer, Ariz. In exchange for helping out with daily chores, hunters, fishermen and visitors could stay free. Eventually, "Aunt" Molly charged 25 cents for a room and meal. As Arizona celebrates its centennial, Molly Butler Lodge also celebrates 100 years as an Arizona classic.

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Tanque Verde Trail Riders

Tanque Verde Ranch: Wild west meets family escape

March 2012

While sitting on the patio of your casita at Tanque Verde Ranch, watching the day's final light cast long shadows over Tucson's Rincon Mountains, you might glimpse a deer ambling nearby or a bunny hopping away into the wash. The rugged mountains and alluring wilderness of the Sonoran desert are an intriguing contrast for visitors to the comfortable Tanque Verde Ranch, named a top Ten Family Vacation Destination by The Travel Channel.

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Casitas at Enchantment Resort

Enchantment Resort: Romantic escape in Sedona’s Red Rocks

February 2012

Enchantment Resort, surrounded by the towering red rocks of Sedona's Boynton Canyon, may be only 90 minutes from Phoenix, but it feels as if it is a world away. The minute you leave the main road and drive through the opening to the canyon, you can almost feel the magic of the canyon envelope you. It is a place made for quiet strolls, romantic evenings under the stars, gourmet meals for two, enjoying luxury accommodations and relaxing in one of the world's best spas.

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Queen Mary at Night

All Hail Queen Mary and Long Beach

May 2011

Seventy-five years ago, the luxurious RMS Queen Mary embarked on her maiden voyage across the Atlantic. After more than 30 years of dedicated service as a floating luxury palace, Queen Mary came to rest in Long Beach, Calif. You can plan a unique get-away to the coastal town of Long Beach and tour the Queen Mary for the day — or even book a stay on board and transport yourself back to that golden era of grandeur.

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Taliesin West

Phoenix in 5…

December 2010

Being as it’s in the Sonoran desert and gets more than 300 days of sunshine a year, the area around Phoenix is aptly nicknamed the Valley of the Sun. Known for its casual lifestyle, the city yields everything from the Old West to the ultra modern, making it an ideal vacation pick for soaking up the best of the Southwest.

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Flagstaff, Arizona

5 Best Photo Opportunities in Flagstaff

October 19, 2010

Flagstaff, Ariz.., is situated at the foot of the San Francisco Peaks, which rise to heights of more than 12,000 feet. With its natural beauty and rich cultural history, the photo opportunities Flagstaff has to offer are limitless. Flagstaff is a year-round destination, and its scenic backdrop is ideal for some of the best photo opportunities in the Southwest.

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Flagstaff, Arizona

Flagstaff with kids: A perfect family day

October 19, 2010

Flagstaff is a mountain town in northern Arizona, rich in natural beauty and culture and an ideal place for family vacations. With a little planning, trips to Flagstaff with kids will allow you to create the best family vacation memories ever.

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