Moms

Phoenix resorts are best known for their sunny golf courses and swimming pools. While the golfing may be top-notch, try a cooler option this summer and check out some award-winning pools. Whereas other resorts might offer a couple different swimming options, Phoenix resorts feature whole water parks complete with three, six, even 10 pools. And what water park is complete without a rushing waterslide, or two or three? Here are our top 10 picks for the best resort waterslides in the Valley.

Once upon a time not long ago, my husband and I could hop a plane to Vegas, stay up all night in the city, and relax beachside on vacation.  Once upon a time travel was easy: we had a pre-flight cocktail, a mimosa when checking into our hotel, and a nightcap drink.  And once upon a time, we slept in late, ordered room service, and napped throughout the day.  Gosh what I would do for a nap right now.

Fast forward a few years…we are now proud parents of two kids under two.  My sons are my blessings; but truth be told, those little people have changed everything when it comes to travel; just getting out of...

The last time I wrote for Arizona Foothills Magazine was about four years ago. At the time, I was the morning show traffic anchor for a local Phoenix TV station, waking up at 2:30am for the early broadcast. I was also unmarried, but head-over-heels in love with my then boyfriend, going out every weekend, and living the life of a carefree Scottsdale socialite. My former Arizona Foothills Magazine column was full of everything lifestyle; reviewing lavish hotels, exceptional eateries, and writing about lust, love, fashion, and fun. 

Now, four years later, I'm back...but things have changed.

I still get up at 2:30am, but this time around, I'm awoken by a hungry baby. I'm still head-over-heels over that...

School’s out for summer and if you’re looking for something fun and unique to do with the kids look no further than the Circus School of Arizona! CSAs summer youth camps offer an introduction to a wide variety of Circus Arts including Aerial Skills like Silks, Rope, Trapeze, Lyra, and Wire Walking along with Ground Acrobatics such as Mini Tramp, Hula Hooping, Spinning Poi, Walking on The Rolling Globe, Juggling, Feather Balancing, and Basic Hand-Balancing.

The Circus School of Arizona proudly fosters a safe and non-competitive environment where children have the opportunity to be taught by experienced aerialists and performers. Students will learn to work in a team, build strength...