Roving I: January 2012

Roving Pic: Lone Tree

Lone Tree
Sedona, Arizona
December 2011
Photo: Scott Clark

Left alone and lovely, its twisted form scattered delicate slivers of shade on its red rock resting place.

Roving Pic: On the Edge

Private Property
Jerome, Arizona
December 2011
Photo: Scott Clark

On the edge of a cliff, supported by a never-ending view and ever-shifting red and gray grit. On the edge of destruction, cracked, crumbling and awkwardly crooked. On the edge of time, suspended in a past that still lingers in the dry, high desert air.

Roving I Finds: Great Escapes for Winter

We're just back from a far-too-short-stay in Sedona and I'm already searching my trusty travel sites for where I can go next, even if it's just for a short getaway. Below are some amazing destinations with equally amazing savings for winter travel. Only three months to go until Spring!

Dublin, Ireland: If you're looking to enjoy some Guinness goodness this March or April, Travelzoo.com is featuring a Sceptre Tours package for air and four nights hotel stay at the 5-star Four Seasons in Dublin's City Center for just $799 per person from JFK (other departure cities are available). More info here.
Scottsdale, Arizona: Named after its towering prickly neighbors, the hip Saguaro Hotel is offering rooms starting at $99/night through Sniqueaway.com for stays through March. Book by Saturday.
Palm Springs, California: The swanky desert retreat and former Rat Pack hangout, Riviera Palm Springs has just completed an extensive renovation and is celebrating with big savings this winter through vacationist.com. Book for as low at $148/night by Wednesday.
Austin, Texas: Nab a stay at Starwood's trendy Aloft brand in Austin (and other Texas towns) for as low as $119/night for stays on dates through March. Visit Travelzoo.com for more info and to book by January 20th.

Roving Pic: Red Rocked

Red Giants
Sedona, AZ
December 2011
Photo: Scott Clark

As we followed the trail deeper into canyon, the red giants slept, growing taller and more magnificent with every step. Sufficiently awed and thoroughly amazed, we walked on in wonder amongst them.