North America’s first “landscape hotel” is now underway with site work and construction amidst the red rocks of Sedona, offering a new way for travelers to embrace sustainable tourism in scenic Northern Arizona. A groundbreaking ceremony last month by Sedona-based developer Two Sister Bosses and … [Read more...] about Landscape Hotel Designed to Float Among the Red Rocks
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Isn’t She Grand?
Step into the renovated lobby of the historic Weatherford Hotel and you might sound like Flagstaff’s Bob Smith who was overheard saying, “This is amazing! It’s like stepping back in time.” Owners Henry Taylor and Sam (Pamela) Green Taylor have been at it again. The latest phase of their 40-year … [Read more...] about Isn’t She Grand?
Winslow Restaurant Gaining More Acclaim
It’s not just the staff that’s bustling at The Turquoise Room at La Posada Hotel. There’s plenty going on behind the scenes that will, down the line, yield more of the delicious treats that diners have come to expect there. For starters, the staff is moving its office to a new area of the … [Read more...] about Winslow Restaurant Gaining More Acclaim
Upcoming City Council Debate Tonight
This week's debate will feature Flagstaff mayoral and city council candidates at the Raddison Woodlands Hotel from 6:00-8:30. The event is free and sponsored by Coconino County Republicans, Flagstaff Liberty Alliance, Flagstaff Republican Women, Flagstaff Tea Party, NAU Conservatives and Young … [Read more...] about Upcoming City Council Debate Tonight
Pinecone Poised for New Year Countdown
Glistening with December snow, Flagstaff is Arizona’s winter wonderland and the northland's hub of activity for ringing in the New Year. Thousands are expected to count down to 2012 in the historic downtown on Sunday, Dec. 31. All eyes will be on the Weatherford Hotel’s Great Pine Cone. "The New … [Read more...] about Pinecone Poised for New Year Countdown
Little America Holiday Light Event
Nov. 26 4:00pm-7:00pm at Little America Hotel in Flagstaff. There will be several holiday festivities underway, along with the tradition of turning on the massive holiday lights display. In addition, the Arizona Mountain Chorale will be caroling beginning at 4:o0 and on stage at 7:00. 2515 E. … [Read more...] about Little America Holiday Light Event
Traditional Roofing was started about a decade ago by Matt Behmer. Despite challenges related to the recession, Behmer's company has experienced success in part because of a strong work ethic. Traditional Roofing has also been supported by local contractors who are committed to using Flagstaff … [Read more...] about
Feeling the Impact of Climbing Cotton Prices
“It was a perfect storm,” explained Hal Majors, director of purchasing at Drury Hotels. “Cotton mills in Pakistan and India began hording to drive up the price of cotton. Then an atypical monsoon season flooded Pakistani mills. There was no rise in demand until the flooding issues in 2010. Add to … [Read more...] about Feeling the Impact of Climbing Cotton Prices
New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Dec. 31 The Flagstaff Downtown Business Alliance and the Weatherford Hotel announce the 12th Annual Pine Cone Drop to ring in the new year. The holiday tradition includes music and fireworks at 10:00p.m. and midnight when the pine cone drops slowly, counting down the brand new … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Celebrations