Gilbert is known as a family-friendly spot, but it’s also home to girl-powered and women-empowered spots. In partnership with Discover Gilbert, here’s five spots you can go to celebrate a girls’ getaway in Gilbert, AZ.
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Tucked away in Southern Arizona, so close to Mexico you can almost taste it, is the old Western town of Bisbee, Arizona. Founded in 1902, the town retains a history that’s vibrant with ghost stories, vices, and old mining tales galore. Nowadays, Bisbee boasts its supernatural roots and is married with artsy eclecticism that’s both charming and unique. In partnership with Discover Bisbee, here’s your guide on where to go and what to check out on your next trip to Bisbee:
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Gila River Hotels and Casinos - Vee Quiva was a perfect escape during the monsoons. Located in Laveen, Arizona, the Native American hotel is a short drive from our home in Phoenix. As a AAA Four Diamond Awarded Hotel, we had high expectations, and Gila River Hotels and Casinos - Vee Quiva did not disappoint!
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💕Come on, Barbie, let’s go party! Looking for a Phoenix Staycation at a Barbie Desert Dream House Airbnb? Check out the @desertdreamhouse - it’s perfect for all things colorful and pink💗🎉
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Tucked away in the Ponderosa Pines, Little America Hotel Flagstaff is the best place to stay and visit when escaping the heat in Phoenix. Only two hours from Phoenix, and an hour away from the Grand Canyon, this special hotel has been a stopping point for travelers since the 1950’s!
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Rise Uptown marries mid-century touches with modern-day amenities for an ultimate mix of vintage charm transported in the present. “Rise Uptown” is a fitting name for this mid-century modern boutique that flourished in the midst of last year’s pandemic, and I had the pleasure of doing a staycation-flexcation, where I worked and played during my stay.
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Roosevelt Row is a fountain of inspiration! From the quirky bars, to retro vibes in thrift stores to the colorful murals, and to the artists, musicians, and writers who all come out to celebrate this innovative hotspot, it’s home to many of us creatives. As a writer, Roosevelt Row is my second home, and if you haven’t been yet, I’ll show you why you need to go. I’ve created this awesome Roosevelt Row guide in collaboration with the #AZFreeToBe campaign sponsored by GPEC.
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Staycations during summer in Phoenix are simply the way of life to beat the heat. We choose the Found:RE for our Girls’ Weekend because the Found:RE is more than just a hotel. It’s an art collective that showcases local artists and their work, and a second home for creatives. The rooms have an industrial vibe, and it was perfect for our Girls’ Weekend.
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It’s no secret that Tempe is for Trendsetters. Tempe is brimming with creativity and inspiration for writers, artists, fashionistas, and musicians alike. I went to visit a few spots that capture the heart of the Trendsetter in Tempe, in collaboration with Tempe Tourism.
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Phoenix summers wouldn’t be complete without a staycation! Cassie from ExplorewithCassie took me on an adventure to escape to Wekopa Resort & Casino.
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The last time I went to Asbury Park, I partied at The Stone Pony for my first concert, Taking Back Sunday and Saves the Day. I was 15, and it was in a terrible neighborhood. Nearly two decades later, I’m back to explore all this beach town has to offer because Asbury Park is experiencing a renaissance.
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May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and what better way to celebrate than exploring Mesa’s Asian District? With over 70 Asian-themed restaurants and small businesses on Dobson Road, I had the pleasure of immersing myself in Asian culture and cuisine by touring Mesa’s Asian District, hosted by Visit Mesa.
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With new businesses opening on the horizon, as well as being the longest historic stretch of Downtown in the Phoenix-area, Downtown Mesa truly is a beautiful culmination of ‘new’ and ‘old’.
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I escape the desert and went to sunny, sandy San Diego for a LivinitHappy retreat - LivinitHoliday.
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I love returning to Mountain Shadows, again and again. It’s always a new experience, no matter how many times I come back. For this staycation, I felt playful. I experimented with different cocktail recipes with the cocktail mixer in my room, and enjoyed a martini on the patio.
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Hotel Valley Ho is perfect for a relaxing Girls’ Getaway and staycation in Scottsdale! The official holidays may be over, but you can still celebrate a special occasion by going over to Hotel Valley Ho. I choose Hotel Valley Ho to escape the mundanity of February with my girl friend, and you can escape, too! Just use my code “shemovesphx” for 20% off plus the welcome amenity, and room upgrade upon arrival — total steal!
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With retro vibes that throw you back to the 1960’s, “Mad Men” style, in the best way possible, Hotel Valley Ho captures the essence of swanky, relaxation vibes that keep stress away, and good times rolling. Need a staycation in Scottsdale? Use my code “SHEMOVESPHX” for a discounted rate at Hotel Valley Ho!
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Mountain Shadows is the epitome of escape. It’s only a short drive into Phoenix, but here in Paradise Valley, you can simply get lost in the grandeur of the hotel.
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