Phoenix

The Saguaro Cactus of Phoenix, Arizona in Photos

November 22, 2012

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I've been working in Phoenix, Arizona for the last couple months now and as the rest of the country descends into the icy grip of winter, I can honestly say I'm quite content out here in the desert. Perhaps no symbol is more emblematic of the great Sonoran desert than the Saguaro cactus - that tall, stately (and spiny) plant that thrives in the near-drought like conditions of Arizona. Saguaros can be found all throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area - in front lawns of private homes, along wide municipal boulevards, and even planted decoratively in front of McDonalds and Wal-Marts. But to really...

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Visiting Phoenix, Arizona: The Local’s Take With Jon of ‘Tantric Traveler’

April 27, 2012

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John’s note: The Local’s Take is a series where I interview some of my favorite travel bloggers and turn the tables, asking them to share their hometowns with us. After all, what better way is there to learn about a destination than from a travel writer who calls it home? So join along and learn how to make the most of a visit to Phoenix, Arizona with Jon of  Tantric Traveler. Name: Jon Hamlin-Prophet Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona Website: Tantric Traveler Twitter: @jonprophet Facebook: Tantric Traveler About: Jon is a travel & personal growth writer, filmmaker, musician, scuba diver,...

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