Travel & Leisure

If you’re like many Arizonans, you’re looking for safe, healthy ways that you can get out of the house during this national crisis. One great way to escape cabin fever is to head to Arizona’s state parks, which remain open for hiking and outdoor recreation.

To get started, check out the list of parks online and pick one that looks intriguing. There are 23 parks where you can get a breath of fresh air and explore the trails. No matter what part of the state you set your sights on, there will be a park for you. There are maps and descriptions of each park available at

Whether you're a parent just getting away or a college student on vacation from classes, spring break is something that everybody looks forward to. While you're probably counting down the days until spring break begins, there are a few rules you should follow to keep yourself safe when you're out there having fun. 

You're thinking of heading to sin city for the weekend, but you want to make sure your trip is cost-effective. Maybe you want to do a little more gambling and cutting costs will help you do that. You might want to stay under budget, which can be done with the following tips.

Planning a vacation and all the “to do” things on your list can be exciting, but one thing we often forget to plan for is exercise. Give yourself a break and accept you may not be able to work out as much as you would at home, though the last thing you want though is to return home and step on the scale and find out you are 10 pound heavier and can’t button your pants. Believe it or not, it is possible to have a fantastic time, eat amazing food and not come home feeling guilty - all you need to do is prepare in advance.

Pack realistically for success

You can’t pack a treadmill or dumbbells in your...