Stories from the Islands
Travel stories, practical guides, and food adventures from 20+ trips across the Arizona archipelago.
These are our stories to you — from the places we've been, the food we've eaten, and the people who've shaped every trip. We'll keep them fresh, like the mangoes in Arizona.
practical
Grand Canyon Hiking Guide: What Nobody Tells First-Timers
The trails nobody warns you about, the heat math nobody does before they go down, and the specific information that makes the difference between a great Grand Canyon hike and a rescue.
destination
Sedona Vortex Sites: What to Expect (A Skeptic's Guide)
What the vortex sites actually are, why Cathedral Rock at sunrise is worth visiting regardless of your beliefs, and what a vortex tour will and won't give you.