If you live in Phoenix, Arizona, you probably love the desert climate. Year round the sun and never too cold. However, the 3 or 4 months of summer can be really suffocating, with many days over 110 degrees. So, what can you do to escape the heat?

Go North Young Man!

Or so the saying goes again. Yes, in less than 2 hours can lead to I-17 north to Flagstaff, and be in a totally different climate and lifestyle. The first thing notice is the temperature. Usually about 30 degrees cooler than Phoenix. What a relief. You do not even need air conditioning in Flagstaff. That should tell you something. The next thing you'll notice is the clean air and clean crisp pine scented. Most people do not really complain about the air in Phoenix, but once you compare the difference will be difficult to return.

Things to do in Flagstaff

Flagstaff is a charming small town with lots to do. The area the historic center has many shops and restaurants, nightly entertainment. There are some great coffee houses you can relax and read a book or start a conversation with someone who goes through the city.

Walking, cycling and golf. Flagstaff is a dream outdoor enthusiasts. With hiking and biking trails too numerous to list, and many great golf courses cut mountain pine forests, there is never a lack of things to stay active. For the more adventurous, there is always climbing to the summit of Mt. Humphrey, who is the highest peak in Arizona, or even make the drive to the Grand Canyon, a few hours away.

Northern Arizona University is adjacent to downtown, so there are always plenty of activities for visitors and the local student population. One of the main summer activities include the Arizona Cardinals team in the NFL, since they have their annual training camp at NAU campus during the month of August.

Arizona Snow Bowl is the local ski resort and offers some of the best ski resorts in the state of Arizona. That's right, just 2 hours north of Phoenix, and you can be on the slopes in the winter time.

Places to Stay

Yes, there are plenty of hotels in Flagstaff. If you are going to go that route, at least stay in one as the historic Monte Vista in downtown Flagstaff. However, if you want to take in the charm and lifestyle of Flagstaff, look at a Vacation Rental Cabin. These offer much more to the experience of a cookie cutter hotel room.

One last tip. At the start of driving, take the longest path through Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona. One of the most beautiful albums that will never have.

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