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We Went on a Sunset Dinner Cruise on Lake Pleasant in Arizona!!

December 11, 2019 by admin

So, we were wanting to experience something new, but also needed a little bit of relaxation. We had always wanted to take a cruise around Lake Pleasant, so we decided to go on a Sunset Dinner Cruise. We didn’t know what to expect. We have both been on big cruise ships, so we weren’t sure how this would go. We had a great time! We arrived at the marina about 45 minutes early. We were taken by a golf cart shuttle down to where the boat was docked.

We arrived early enough that we could look around and enjoy the beautiful scenery. We were allowed to board the ship 30 minutes early, and seating was first come, first serve. On board, a cash bar was available which sold many drinks, including hot chocolate! The evening was cool, so the hot chocolate was perfect! The tour was not sold out, which made it nice, so we could freely move around and stay inside or go above deck to get some amazing views!

The scenery was just amazing! The dinner was prime rib or salmon, along with a salad and a couple of side dishes. The food was great! Also, second servings were allowed once everyone had been served. After dinner, a dessert was served, which was also delicious. Later, we went to the upper deck, for a bit, to enjoy the music and views. People were sitting and listening to the live music, while others were moving about taking in the changing scenery as the sun was setting. Afterward, we went back inside and just enjoyed the final few minutes as the cruise came to an end. It was a very relaxing evening. Whether you plan to take your significant other, or your entire family, everyone will enjoy this relaxing, entertaining and scenic cruise!

A Fun Day at Old Tucson Studios

November 22, 2019 by admin

We spent a relaxing afternoon at Old Tucson Studios. We hadn’t been there since we were there on a grade school field trip! We could remember some things from when we were kids (such as seeing stuntmen in a bar room fight) and scenes from movies, but a lot had changed because of a fire that burned much of Old Tucson Studios years ago. It is still something to see and experience. While you will recognize scenery from recent movies and music videos recorded there, some scenes from older movies (McClintock, Three Amigos, Tombstone, etc.) are hard to place because rebuilding from the fire has changed things.

There is plenty to see as you walk around the grounds of Old Tucson Studios. There is an entrance fee to get in, and there are additional fees if you want to take the narrated stagecoach ride and/or train ride. We didn’t do the train ride. We did take the stagecoach ride, it was informative, but a little short.

While we had a good time while we were there, we left feeling like they could have structured their entrance/ride fees better, maybe an all-inclusive entrance fee? Overall, we enjoyed the trip, things changed from our childhood memories, but it was still a lot of fun!

    A Turnaround Trip to Laughlin, Nevada

    November 14, 2019 by admin

    On a whim, we decided to do a turnaround trip to Laughlin, Nevada! It was a great weekend. It was a pretty and scenic drive…some parts more than others, but scenic none the less. You have to understand, I love pine trees and mountains, so for me to say the desert is beautiful, it must really be something to see! The desert really can be so beautiful!!

    Along the way, we drove through Nothing, Arizona. You get the picture. 😉 We also saw this rocket with Snoopy on it in Wikieup, Arizona. It is definitely a photo-op for all Snoopy fans!

    We stayed at the Riverside Casino. They made us feel welcome, and our room was very comfortable. We had a great view!

    It was a great time! Check out some of these rock formations we saw on the drive!

    Along the drive, we passed through a huge stand of Joshua Trees….both amazing and beautiful. It is well worth the drive to see the beautiful desert between Phoenix, Arizona and Laughlin, Nevada!!

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