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25 Ways to Improve Your Travel Experience on Your Next Vacation

04/02/2015

Ever come back from vacation wishing you had additional vacation time in which to recover? That’s not unusual—especially if you’ve had a “vacation” that was less than relaxing. But the good news is it’s easier to make a great vacation happen now than it’s ever been before. Here are a few ways to get there:

 
Take the Time
Not taking vacation time has become an epidemic among much of the world, with Americans leading that dubious category. If the last time you can remember actually resting for more than 24 hours was when you were sick with some ugly “bug,” that’s…

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Visiting Antelope Canyon – A Guide from Toscana of Desert Ridge

04/02/2015

Antelope Canyon affords such exquisite views that even National Geographic couldn’t resist basking in its glory. The geological wonder is situated near the northern border of Arizona on Navajo lands, just east of the City of Page. From Toscana of Desert Ridge, it’s about a four-hour drive, but if a photo of it can sell for 6.5 million dollars, seeing it in person is a luxury you can’t afford to miss.
Breathtaking Navajo Sandstone
Antelope Canyon contains two distinct slot canyons. Formed out of Navajo sandstone, the rocks take on a painted appearance.You’ll see sweeps of red,…

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Top 10 Spa Treatments You Need to Try

04/02/2015

Depending on whether you’re a DIY “spa girl” or you love the ultimate pampering experience of letting the professionals do it all, you’ll find a bevy of options are out there to help you feel more beautiful. From the top of your head to the tips of your toes, and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone in these treatments—and these are only the beginning. In no particular order, let’s talk about several of them:

 
Want Soft, Shining Hair? Have an Egg!
Egg yolk, mayonnaise, olive oil, and avocado, prepared well, can make a yummy salad, but they also make a…

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How Travel Can Change Your Life

03/27/2015

We’ve all heard the platitude about travel “broadening” your life; once you’ve experienced a different culture — even if it’s just one state or one town over! — you’ve expanded your perspective and adjusted your expectations of what “the world” is all about. Whether it’s a destination where you’ll be pampered or one where you’ll rough it like a wilderness survivor, perhaps the best benefit of travel is an inner paradigm shift, and most of the time for the better. At Toscana of Desert Ridge, you can experience this shift of your daily reality. A vacation in Arizona can…

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Home Sweet Homes…Plural: Benefits of Owning a Second Home

03/27/2015

It’s a dream many people consider: to have one “regular” home, and one “vacation” or getaway home. Is it yours, too? Well, it’s not surprising. Owning two homes gives you a lot of options, and it has tax advantages as well. Even if you’ve never thought you could manage a second home, you might want to consider exploring the possibility for the ways it can enhance your life. At Toscana of Desert Ridge, we offer second home ownership, fully furnished condos, and full amenities. Our luxury condo community in Scottsdale, Arizona can be your home away from home….

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