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!
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Wow! Arizona looks gorgeous! I would love to go one day ๐
xoxo
Ileana
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It really is much more beautiful than I had imagined!
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
Thanks Dana! If I survived, you totally will haha. Hope you had a great weekend!
Aaw amazing photos! They really make me wanna go back to this beautiful place!
xx, Carmen – http://www.carmitive.com
Thank you! Arizona really is beautiful.
Wow! Would so love to visit!
Funmi xx
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I would recommend it, for sure!
Arizona is my fav! cool pictures! looks like an awesome time!
kelseybang.com
Thank you! I did have a lovely trip.
Beautiful photos!
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Thanks Violette!
Lovely photos! I never knew that Arizona is THAT pretty! ๐
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Thanks Angelie! Arizona really has some beautiful places.
Such a gorgeous place, Arizona looks beautiful indeed! Xx
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Arizona really is such a pretty place!
Nice photos! Really wish I could be there! xo
Daniel x
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Thanks Daniel!
Stunning pictures and such a wonderful view for hiking!
xo
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The hiking definitely gave us some crazy good views, thanks!
Hiking and acai – sounds perfect! Your photos are lovely as usual.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Thank you Amy! Nothing quite beats a good hike + some good food.
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!
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You are always so sweet, Erika! You should definitely go visit AZ, too. So many beautiful places to see, it is beyond worth it!
Ugh these shots are GORGEOUS, Arizona looks so untouched and dreamy!
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Dreamy is such a good word to describe some of these places! Thanks, Cara.
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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Thank you! Good times definitely trump the outfit, for sure ๐
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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So true, you don’t really realize the scale until you’re there in person. Such a cool place!
Wish I could go there somewhere & bring Acai bowl also ๐
xoxo
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Acai & Arizona, the perfect combination!
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
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!
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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Right?! Haha no one tells you it’s actually super beautiful! Definitely recommend a trip there ๐
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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Thank you! It really was fun to be able to go and take a trip to visit my sister.
what an experience and such glorious pictures. i’ve not been to AZ in years!!
Thank you! I’m so glad I was able to explore AZ for a few days.
I really want to see the Grand Canyon! ๐ Love these amazing shots!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
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.
Looks like an amazing time! Beautiful shots too!
Shauna
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Thank you Shauna! It really was a great trip.
those pictures are amazing! I’m glad to see you had a great time
x,abril
The Color Palette
Thank you! I did have a really good time.
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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Thanks Rina! So glad you enjoyed the photos.
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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I’m glad you loved the photos! Thanks.
Beautiful photos!
XX
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Thank you!
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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You’ll definitely have to make the trip some day! It really is beautiful.
Beautiful post! I must go there one day! ๐
Who Will Call
For sure! Thanks, Sophie.
Breathtaking! Thanks for sharing these amazing photos, made me day dream ๐
Ivona from http://www.thesmokedetector.net
xoxo
So glad you enjoyed the post, thanks!
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!
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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!
These pictures are stunning! I’d love to visit Arizona one day!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
Thank you Tamara! It’s worth the trip, for sure.
WOW!!! This is incredible! So gorgeous!! I seriously can’t believe how beautiful these pictures are!!
x Olivia
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Aw, thanks girl! You are so sweet.
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
Right?! It’s the perfect combination. Thanks, Rae.
wow! arizona looks amazing! and beautiful photos hun!
xx,
http://www.houseofakih.com
Thanks, Abby! It was amazing.
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
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Aurelie | http://www.surface85.com
Yes, definitely add it to your travel list! It’s such a beautiful state.
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!
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!
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
Cate แฆ kate/idoscope
How beautiful! I have never been to Arizona, but now I really want to!
These pictures are gorgeous!
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Ileana
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