Celebrate The Holidays In Sedona, Arizona

Snow on red rocks in Sedona

Really, it is that time of year… The Holiday season is upon us and it is time to make those Holiday travel plans. This year, why not celebrate in Arizona’s Red Rock country-Sedona.

Picture it. Snow-capped Red Rocks, deep blue skies and activities for all ages. Sedona is just an hour and a half from Snowbowl Ski Resort and only a few hours from the Grand Canyon. So it is an ideal home base for day trips. But there is also many events going on in Sedona. The 20th Anniversary Red Rock Fantasy with over one million lights and 23 displays is truly a Holiday wonderland. Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts village offers several Holiday events: Festival of the Trees, Holiday Music in the chapel and the Festival of Lights with 6,000 luminaria. Also, there are Jeep Tours, Horseback Rides, Holiday themed train trips, Helicopter Tours, Hot Air Balloon and more. These activities give one a chance to experience Sedona’s awe-inspiring natural beauty from different perspectives. Finally, are the world-class spas, golf courses and shops.

There are a wide variety of lodging options in Sedona, from Bed and Breakfasts to large Resorts. The Bell Rock Inn is centrally located and offers heated pools, hot tub, fitness center, spa services and Concierge. The studio suite features a fireplace and fully-equipped kitchenette. And of course this resort has stunning views of famous Bell Rock!

One will want to eat and Sedona offers plenty of dining choices. For casual family faire, try the Marketplace Café. With everything from burgers to pizza, this restaurant is sure to please everybody. Want some history with dinner? Eat at The Cowboy Club in uptown Sedona. A landmark restaurant that was frequented by Elvis and John Wayne, dine on cactus fries and rattlesnake. Looking for a special Holiday meal? Try Fournos Restaurant in West Sedona, five-star Chef Ivan Flowers creates delicious Mediterranean-Italian cuisine in a bistro setting.

So start celebrating! Holidays are a time to reconnect and relax with loved ones and there is no better place to do just that, than Sedona, Arizona.

For more information on planning your Sedona vacation, visit www.arizonatourismcenter.com