So, Arizona. This was only my second time visiting, and I’m continually amazed at how it still exceeds my expectations. I always have this idea that Arizona is just a total desert wasteland… and then I’m there, and (spoiler!) it’s not a wasteland! Perfect.
My sister and I bounced around from Phoenix to Sedona and the Grand Canyon, and my time there mostly involved eating lots of Acai bowls and hiking. Which if you know me, means it was the absolute best trip ever. The crazy beautiful landscape didn’t hurt, either. If you’re not sick of seeing my outdoor adventures pictures, you might be after this post but I am zero percent sorry. Thanks Arizona for being rad.
There is nothing quite like exploring the canyons is there? One of my friends recently went on a trip to Utah and she had the most amazing time navigating the canyons there on a tour that she booked using the Dreamland Tours website. I might have to join her next time as I simply adore spending time adventuring in the outdoors! Although, if I can’t resist the pull of Arizona again, (and I suspect this may be the case) it looks like there are antelope canyon tours available so I’ll get to explore another beautiful spot. You know the old saying: it’s a tough job, but someone has to do it!
Oh, and by the way I’m about 97% sure I wore that exact Grand Canyon hiking look in pictures from the last time I was in Arizona. It’s not easy being as stylish as I am, ok?! In all seriousness, I had a fantastic trip! If I was to go back to the Grand Canyons I would definitely consider RV Rental. I could easily spend a couple of days driving around the National Park in an RV, it sounds like my dream vacation!
Ileana Druetta says
Wow! Arizona looks gorgeous! I would love to go one day ๐
xoxo
Ileana
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Kathryn says
It really is much more beautiful than I had imagined!
Dana Ivy says
Love these photos!! I’m going there at the end of June and am a little nervous for the HOT weather! But it will be fun!! Happy weekend to you!
Xox Dana Ivy // http://www.iadorewhatilove.com
Kathryn says
Thanks Dana! If I survived, you totally will haha. Hope you had a great weekend!
Carmen Jny (carmitive) says
Aaw amazing photos! They really make me wanna go back to this beautiful place!
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Kathryn says
Thank you! Arizona really is beautiful.
Funmi Alabi says
Wow! Would so love to visit!
Funmi xx
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Kathryn says
I would recommend it, for sure!
kelsey bang says
Arizona is my fav! cool pictures! looks like an awesome time!
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Kathryn says
Thank you! I did have a lovely trip.
Violette says
Beautiful photos!
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Kathryn says
Thanks Violette!
AngeliePangilinan says
Lovely photos! I never knew that Arizona is THAT pretty! ๐
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Kathryn says
Thanks Angelie! Arizona really has some beautiful places.
The Fashion Folks says
Such a gorgeous place, Arizona looks beautiful indeed! Xx
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Kathryn says
Arizona really is such a pretty place!
Daniel Poon says
Nice photos! Really wish I could be there! xo
Daniel x
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Kathryn says
Thanks Daniel!
Carina Vardie says
Stunning pictures and such a wonderful view for hiking!
xo
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Kathryn says
The hiking definitely gave us some crazy good views, thanks!
Amy Ann Arnold says
Hiking and acai – sounds perfect! Your photos are lovely as usual.
Amy Ann
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Kathryn says
Thank you Amy! Nothing quite beats a good hike + some good food.
Erika Sorocco says
The last few months I have been DYING to visit Arizona {I’ve never been}, and these photographs are pushing me to do so even more. The scenery is just breathtaking! And, as always, your photographs are making me swoon!
xx
Kathryn says
You are always so sweet, Erika! You should definitely go visit AZ, too. So many beautiful places to see, it is beyond worth it!
Cara E says
Ugh these shots are GORGEOUS, Arizona looks so untouched and dreamy!
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Kathryn says
Dreamy is such a good word to describe some of these places! Thanks, Cara.
Yuliya at Yukova Blog says
I’m so glad you enjoyed Arizona. It doesn’t matter if you wore the same outfit. the most important is that you had a great time x
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Kathryn says
Thank you! Good times definitely trump the outfit, for sure ๐
sonia de macedo says
I love Arizona. I was there a few months back and fell in love with it. All those mountains on the horizon, swoon! It’s a landscape that is so far removed from where I live so naturally I fell hard. I didn’t make it to Sedona though I wanted to. Grand Canyon we made it despite a snow storm the previous day. This was by far my favorite part of the trip. The sheer scale of it all is incredible!
Sxx
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Kathryn says
So true, you don’t really realize the scale until you’re there in person. Such a cool place!
cassandra dini prasasti says
Wish I could go there somewhere & bring Acai bowl also ๐
xoxo
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Kathryn says
Acai & Arizona, the perfect combination!
Emily says
Lovely photos! The Grand Canyon is amazing. I’ve hiked rim to rim and it was such a great experience. Hope you enjoyed my home state! ๐
-Emily http://www.coatandcoffee.com
Kathryn says
Thank you Emily! That’s awesome that you’ve hiked rim to rim, I’d love to do that some day when there is more time/planning. Thanks for all the recommendations, too. You live in a beautiful state!
Gabrielle says
Films certainly create the impression of Arizona being very open and yeah sure, a ‘wasteland’ as you’ve said haha. Though you’ve totally proven otherwise – it looks utterly incredible! Arizona is definitely remaining put on my travel wish list until I visit ๐
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Kathryn says
Right?! Haha no one tells you it’s actually super beautiful! Definitely recommend a trip there ๐
diaryofseresha says
Love your last picture c: & must be so much fun taking the road trip. I dream to travel on my own too someday.
xo
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Kathryn says
Thank you! It really was fun to be able to go and take a trip to visit my sister.
ElleSees.net says
what an experience and such glorious pictures. i’ve not been to AZ in years!!
Kathryn says
Thank you! I’m so glad I was able to explore AZ for a few days.
Ashley White says
I really want to see the Grand Canyon! ๐ Love these amazing shots!
-Ashley
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Kathryn says
It’s incredible! I mean, you know the Grand Canyon is big but then you see it in person and it kind of blows your mind.
Shauna C says
Looks like an amazing time! Beautiful shots too!
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Kathryn says
Thank you Shauna! It really was a great trip.
Abril@The Color Palette says
those pictures are amazing! I’m glad to see you had a great time
x,abril
The Color Palette
Kathryn says
Thank you! I did have a really good time.
Rina Doria says
Loving this travel post <3. I've never been to Arizona but I hope to one day! Thanks for sharing!
xoxo
Rina
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Kathryn says
Thanks Rina! So glad you enjoyed the photos.
Kelpa Raza says
Omg, such an amazing place and loved all of you Pictures.
This place is so awesome. I would love to see Arizona someday..such a breathtaking place. Thanks for this amazing Review and sharing with us.
Have a lovely day!
Love,
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Kathryn says
I’m glad you loved the photos! Thanks.
The Ocean's Dock says
Beautiful photos!
XX
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Kathryn says
Thank you!
JarOfSweeets says
I hope that I will have the chance to go there! It is absolutely mind blowing! I have seen so many movies with this view and every time I think to myself – ahh, maybe one day I will have the right and chance to stand there! Beautiful!!!!
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Kathryn says
You’ll definitely have to make the trip some day! It really is beautiful.
Sophie Woods says
Beautiful post! I must go there one day! ๐
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Kathryn says
For sure! Thanks, Sophie.
Ivona Iwarra Josipovic says
Breathtaking! Thanks for sharing these amazing photos, made me day dream ๐
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xoxo
Kathryn says
So glad you enjoyed the post, thanks!
Erika Sorocco says
RE: highlighters for strobing. Girl, I could literally write a book on this, but I’m going to keep it brief. Cream highlights are great for beginners, but I feel like they never give a strong enough glow. I recommend a liquid, as it doesn’t give you that boom! glow of a pressed powder, but makes your skin radiant.
You have a similar skintone to me, so BECCA’s Opal would probably work well. I pour a small amount {we’re talking a quarter of the size of a dime} directly onto a stipple brush, then concentrate it on the apples of my cheeks, dragging it up onto my cheekbones, and on the tip of my nose. The glow it leaves behind is divine, and buildable, so you can go bold or more understated.
If you want to try two formulas out {liquid and pressed powder}, check out BECCA’s Shimmering Skin Perfectorยฎ Opal Glow On The Go – it’s $20, and you get a travel size liquid and pressed powder highlight in the shade OPAL. The size are fab and long-lasting – plus, if you don’t love the pressed powder on your cheeks, it works as a stunning eyeshadow!
xx
Kathryn says
Oooh thanks Erika! This was exactly the info I needed to know. Now I might just have to go order that, it sounds like the perfect starter highlighter. You’re the best!
Tamara says
These pictures are stunning! I’d love to visit Arizona one day!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
Kathryn says
Thank you Tamara! It’s worth the trip, for sure.
Olivia Rodriguez says
WOW!!! This is incredible! So gorgeous!! I seriously can’t believe how beautiful these pictures are!!
x Olivia
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Kathryn says
Aw, thanks girl! You are so sweet.
rae says
It looks like you guys had an absolute blast – and acai bowls and hikes?! Can’t complain with that! Thanks for sharing these lovely photos.
Rae | Love from Berlin
Kathryn says
Right?! It’s the perfect combination. Thanks, Rae.
Abby says
wow! arizona looks amazing! and beautiful photos hun!
xx,
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Kathryn says
Thanks, Abby! It was amazing.
Aurelie | SURFACE 85 says
OMG! Arizona looks amazing! Just love the vibe. You pictures are gorgeous.
This place should be on my travel list.
Glad to see that you guys had fun ๐
xx
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Kathryn says
Yes, definitely add it to your travel list! It’s such a beautiful state.
Kim says
Wow, the views are just breathtaking! I’ve only been to the Grand Canyon when I was a little kid so I was more focused on picking up pretty rocks lol. I wish I get a chance to go again some day. The colors are absolutely amazing!
Kathryn says
Haha that’s awesome. The Grand Canyon is definitely something I think I appreciated more now than I would have when I was younger. I hope you get a chance to go back!
kate/idoscope says
arizona is on my travel list since forever!! i want to do a road trip and heading to texas… your pictures are stunning – the sun is so intense**
xx from Brighton
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Ileana Druetta says
How beautiful! I have never been to Arizona, but now I really want to!
These pictures are gorgeous!
xoxo
Ileana
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