Time flies by quicker each year, and when summer arrives, it seems to move even faster. And every year you have the best of intentions, stating that this will be the year when you take that magical vacation to Sedona, the one you have been dreaming about for years, so we at Sedona.Org are wondering, what are you waiting for? It’s not too late to take one last summer vacation, you still have a few weeks until that first school bell rings, and this guide to taking a back-to-school vacation in Sedona will help you fill every minute with memories you will never want to forget.
Find Peace at Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park, 2650 Pueblo Drive
This Buddhist park, surrounded by red rocks is designed to bring visitors peace and serenity, with the Amitabha Stupa serving as its centerpiece. Offering the opportunity to open your children’s eyes to the beauty of the Buddhist religion, this is a slightly different adventure than what you may expect to enjoy during your Arizona travels, but it is one that will provide a unique shine to all that you do while you’re here.
Take a Road Trip for a Back-to-School Vacation in Sedona
A road trip in the middle of vacation can be fun, especially as the small towns that surround our home town offer so much to explore. Camp Verde is home to Montezuma Castle Monument, offering a peek into the history of the Sinagua people who once resided in these clifftop dwellings. Once a ghost town but now serving as an artist’s colony of such, the history of Jerome is as compelling as the beauty of its landscape. (Be sure to enjoy a meal at the Haunted Hamburger, where the burgers are thick and juicy, the views are stunning, and the spirits are known to be active.) And although we usually suggest road trips that are within an hour’s drive of your Sedona sanctuary, a visit to Williams and a drive through Bearizona is definitely going to be one of your favorite adventures, even with the hour and thirteen minute drive. Goldie’s Route 66 Diner located at 425 E Route 66 offers an all-American dining experience that should not be missed.
Cooling Down at Slide Rock State Park
Although nights can be cooler as we get closer to fall, the days will still dawn clear, warm, and sunny and sliding down the only natural waterslide is the perfect way to stay cool. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy under the canopy of trees that surround the cold waters, experience the joy of sliding down a nearly 80 feet long, and soak in the history of the area as you do; this region was once an apple orchard and there are still almost 300 historic trees still standing.
Savor an Authentic Taste of Sedona
Our favorite vacation memories often involve the meals we devoured during our explorations and Sedona is famed for being a foodie paradise. Start your mornings out with a breakfast at the Red Rock Café, known for its Cowboy Benedict made with biscuits, gravy, and sausage patties and if you don’t visit the Cowboy Club Grille & Spirits can you actually consider that you have really experienced all that makes Sedona special? And because every special occasion deserves a special occasion meal, we suggest that the fine dining options at Cress on Oak Creek will show off the sophisticated side of Sedona, offering Creekside tables and a three course Chef’s Tasting Menu with wine pairings that enhance the flavor of every dish.
Explore the Vortexes
Sedona offers a mystical charm that is evidenced in the four vortexes that can be found in the area. Located at Airport Mesa, Bell Rock, Boynton Canyon, and Cathedral Rock, each spot offers energy that either flows upward into the heavens or spirals down into the earth, and visitors often feel as if the energy experienced touches their souls. It will probably still be pretty warm during your back to school vacation, so be sure to explore these vortexes in the morning hours while the temperatures are still tolerable. Breakfast at the Mesa Grill Sedona, located at the start of the trail that leads to Airport Mesa vortex, may be the ideal way to start your hike, ensuring that you can get in and out before the heat of the day hits and enjoy an excellent meal as well.
Comfortable Adventures with Sedona.Org
The most comfortable adventures may be the ones you enjoy in our luxurious Sedona sanctuaries. Offering amenities that often include crystal-clear pools, game rooms furnished with pool tables or video games, and state of the art televisions with pictures so clear it will feel as if you are a part of the action on the screen, our homes are designed to be an integral part of your vacation experience. Contact us and reserve your favorite escape today!
