Welcome to the place we call home! We hope you enjoy your time here. Here are some recommendations to provide you with an enjoyable stay.

Hiking

One of our favorite activities to do! Here are some nearby hiking areas. Each of these has various trails that you can take depending on your desired level of difficulty, length, and scenery.

  • South Mountain Park and Preserve

  • Camelback Mountain

  • Phoenix Mountains

  • Superstition Mountains

Food

As many of you know, one of our favorite things to do is EAT!!! Here are some restaurants that we have enjoyed.

  • Postino - Gilbert, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe

  • Espo’s Mexican Food - Chandler

  • Bobby-Q - Mesa, Phoenix

  • Joe’s Real BBQ - Gilbert

  • The Hidden House - Chandler

  • George & Gather - Chandler

  • Cleaverman - Phoenix

  • Culinary Dropout - Gilbert, Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe

  • HULA'S Modern Tiki - Scottsdale

Early Mornings & Late Nights

Here are some places to grab a few drinks…

  • The Mission - Gilbert and Scottsdale

  • Whiskey Row - Gilbert

  • Outrider Rooftop Lounge - Scottsdale

  • OHSO Brewery + Distillery - Phoenix, Gilbert, Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley

  • Wren House Brewing - Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Paradise Valley

  • Helluva Brewing Company - Chandler

…and some places to wake you up the next morning.

  • Peixoto Coffee Roasters - Chandler

  • Maeva - Gilbert

  • The Bookish Shop - Gilbert

Shopping

If you’re looking to do some shopping while you’re here, Arizona has a large variety of both indoor and outdoor shopping areas.

  • Old Town Scottsdale - Scottsdale

  • Chandler Fashion Center - Chandler

  • Phoenix Premium Outlets - Chandler

Other Activities

Here are some fun activities that you can do while you’re here!

  • Desert Botanical Garden - Scottsdale

  • Phoenix Zoo - Scottsdale

  • Butterfly Wonderland - Scottsdale

  • Horseback riding - Various locations

  • Goldfield Ghost Town and Mine Tours - Apache Junction

  • Salt River Recreational Areas (wild horses) - Mesa

  • Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Chandler

  • Talking Stick Resort (casino) - Scottsdale

Beyond the Valley

If you’re staying for an extended period of time, these cities are several hours away and offer the perfect opportunity for some extra adventure.

  • Sedona

  • Jerome

  • Flagstaff

  • Tombstone

  • Bisbee