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A Refreshing Look at Resort Pools

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By Kelly Potts

Some resorts are pool sharks at providing guests with options to swim and play in water. But there’s more to just having a crystal-clear pool, river or waterfall to splash in. These AAA Four and Five Diamond resorts have anticipated every want and need of their guests. Many resorts go the extra mile with special summer events like dive-in...

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Travel Items You Can’t Afford Not to Have

By Kelly Potts

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Traveling the country or globe can be one of the greatest adventures in a lifetime, but there is nothing worse than unexpected expenses on a trip.

“Let’s face it – traveling can be expensive,” said Amy Moreno, senior travel manager for AAA Arizona. “One of the great things about the travel industry is we are always looking for ways to save you some time and money without skimping on the experience.”

Six travel items that save money:

Stay hydrated without draining your wallet. Avoid paying high prices for...

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6 Tips To Save While Traveling

Traveling the country or globe can be one of the greatest adventures in a lifetime, but there is nothing worse than unexpected expenses on a trip.

“Let’s face it – traveling can be expensive,” said Amy Moreno, senior travel manager for AAA Arizona. “One of the great things about the travel industry is we are always looking for ways to save you some time and money without skimping on the experience.”

We spoke with senior-level travel experts to get the scoop on a few things to help you save money while you vacation:

  • Stay hydrated without draining your wallet

Depending on which part of the...

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Activity to Try: Trapeze at The Phoenician

Phoenician TrapezeIt’s not every day you get the opportunity to belt up and hoist yourself in the air at the mercy of a couple trapeze artists, but then again, it’s probably because not every day you get to lounge around at The Phoenician.

From February to the end of April, The Phoenician is hosting the “iFly” trapeze program Tuesday through Sunday outside at its park near the tennis courts. For 90 minutes, locals and out-of-towners can live the life of a circus monkey.

AZFoothills.com got the chance to experience this, and it was definitely all it’s...

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Destination: Cuba - Travel Restrictions Eased

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By Kelly Potts

If Cuba is on your bucket list of places to visit, you might want to go sooner rather than later. 

Many travel restrictions have been lifted as of Jan. 27, allowing U.S. tourists the ability to visit the country under the category of Educational Travel. 

Americans must be on a tour operated by an established U.S. company and the itinerary must be structured as a People-to- People program, which was implemented in 1999 by President Clinton.

One of the perks for traveling to Cuba - the authenticity. Cuba is one of the only...

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