During the pandemic, I was invited to attend a virtual tour of Tempe Arizona put on by the Tempe Tourism Office. And with the emphasis being put on traveling local post-pandemic this was perfect because it's only about 6 hours away from where I live in Los Angeles. A convenient desert base camp Tempe is only about 5 minutes from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International … [Read more...]
Miraval Resort and Spa: Peace and Wellness near Tucson, AZ
My daughter had credit card points saved up and suggested we both go to Miraval Resort and Spa to get away from all the noise that’s been stressing us out this past year. Of course, I said yes. Who wouldn’t? Miraval is a luxury wellness getaway 45 minutes from Tucson airport. It was recently acquired by Hyatt Hotels. Arrival at the resort We flew in from LAX in the … [Read more...]
Downtown Phoenix: A Weekend Exploration
I flew into Phoenix, Arizona to attend an anime convention as a guest voice actor. It took place downtown at the Sheraton Grand Phoenix (owned by Marriott). But, since I'm also a travel blogger, I spent my free time exploring what I could of the city in the short weekend I was there. To my surprise and glee, I was booked into a ginormous luxury suite on the 30th floor that … [Read more...]
