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The ultimate Southwest summer staycation and vacation guide for 2026 is here. As part of The Best of the Southwest’s 2026 summer travel series, we gathered some of the best resort and hotel packages, staycation deals and seasonal offers throughout the region. From Arizona and Colorado to New Mexico, Southern California, Texas and Utah, these […]
Utah’s summer travel season offers a unique side of the Southwest. This summer, locals and visitors can look forward to Alpine resorts in Park City and Deer Valley, red rock adventures in Moab and Zion, and luxury stays in Salt Lake City. Don’t miss some of the best packages and deals to help plan your […]
In 2023, Americana Motor Hotel underwent a major remodel while maintaining much of its original 1960’s “spirit” (we’ll get to this shortly). Located off Route 66, this vibey Flagstaff hotel is as fun as it is ideally located near Snowbowl, Downtown Flagstaff, a short drive to Bearizona and several local dining favorites. Editor’s note: This […]
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San Antonio summer events for 2026 are kicking into high gear. Kimpton Santo – Riverwalk and Plaza San Antonio Hotel &Spa are celebrating the reopening of South Alamo Street with six weeks of summer dining, wellness and nightlife events in San Antonio’s new Arciniega District. Need more? Read more: The best Texas summer staycation and […]
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Those following “The Best of the Southwest” likely already know our fondness for traveling to Cabo San Lucas, both for how easy it is to get there and for the utterly epic beach wonderland it offers to guests. For those who may not know, Cabo has become one of the most accessible international beach escapes for nearly every […]
In addition to regular stories on all things that make the Southwest shine, each month The Best of the Southwest takes readers on an easy weekend getaway, sharing the ultimate itinerary for a destination either a quick drive or short flight away, in a column we call Field Trip Friday. Today’s field trip: Lake Michigan’s […]
In addition to regular stories on all things that make the Southwest shine, each month The Best of the Southwest takes readers on a journey outside our beautiful region, in a column we call Field Trip Friday. Today’s Field Trip Friday highlights Chase Travel’s “26 Trips to Take in 2026.” Take a look at some of […]
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