Flagstaff is designated as Arizona’s Winter Wonderland, featuring the state’s tallest snow-capped mountain and the grandest snow-covered meadows with the world’s largest contiguous Ponderosa pine forest…with, you guessed it: tree limbs that lightly bounce with limbs laden with snow. Experience Flagstaff’s holiday season of wonderful events, amazing activities and spectacular snow play opportunities to create magical memories and fun family traditions. Eight Merriest Experiences: Joyful … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s Holiday Magic
Little America Hotel
Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses
Three experts from different backgrounds and organizations spoke on a panel called Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses in Your Community at the Arizona Association for Economic Development Fall Forum. Although panelists Alika Kumar, Carlos Velasco and Melody Lewis represented diverse communities, they shared a passion for empowering minority groups and minority-owned businesses. The panel discussion was part of the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED), a three-day conference at … [Read more...] about Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses
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. Butler Avenue in Flagstaff. … [Read more...] about Little America Holiday Light Event
Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
The Little America Hotel has been a staple in Northern Arizona for over 38 years. The longevity of this beautiful property comes from a strong dedication to the Flagstaff community, providing great service, a quality establishment and always seeking to establish a tradition of excellence in every facet of business. The Little America Hotel generously contributes to organizations in all of Northern Arizona and constantly looks for ways to lend a helping hand. From donations of pillows to local … [Read more...] about Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
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 that the rising costs of shipping – prices have gone from $3,500 to $5,000-6,000 per container – and you have the perfect storm for record-high cotton prices. We thought we had staved off increases … [Read more...] about Feeling the Impact of Climbing Cotton Prices
Arizona Cardinals Boosting Flagstaff Economy
With the ink still drying on a recently renewed three-year contract between the Arizona Cardinals and Northern Arizona University (NAU) to host the team’s annual training camp, many Flagstaff hotels, restaurants and businesses are prepping for the red, white and black clad fans. Although training camp didn’t officially begin until Friday, July 30, many local hotels and businesses are projecting optimism when it comes to the number of visitors Flagstaff will see and the … [Read more...] about Arizona Cardinals Boosting Flagstaff Economy
Outpouring of Support for Firefighting Efforts
When wildfires began around Flagstaff last month, local residents and businesses dropped everything and pitched in to help. The United Way of Northern Arizona served as a go-to place for donations and saw an outpouring of support. Food and drinks were the most popular offerings for the more than 900 firefighters. Some restaurant employees and owners, like Salsa Brava’s John Conley, worked tirelessly preparing meals for those on the front lines. Members of Flagstaff’s … [Read more...] about Outpouring of Support for Firefighting Efforts