During our Las Vegas vacation in August, we decided to do a road trip from there to see the majestic Grand Canyon on the day of our 14th wedding anniversary. It was a long drive but we all enjoyed every minute of it.
We Were going to do a tour but decided to just drive there ourselves. It's cheaper and we can do the roadtrip without the pressure of time. That day was one of the many best ways we have celebrated our anniversary.
On our way there, we stopped at the first overlook designated for tourists who wants to see the view. We left really early at the hotel after we ate breakfast so we can get on the road and get back to Vegas before dark.
We used the rental car that we have which scared my husband as he was not used to driving a Hyundai Accent. That vehicle has a problem with air con keeping up with heat outside. IT also has a severe delay in response, my husband has to press the gas pedal to the floor to get a response which delayed 3-4 seconds. It was really an issue driving it around Vegas area especially when the traffic is intense. My husband can't help but say some "sweet" words in frustration. I gotta say though, it was great on gas mileage.
Being used to mountains with a lot of trees, driving from Las Vegas to Arizona makes me really thankful and appreciative of our lush greens in our state. For some reason, even though I enjoy seeing the different rock and boulder formation, it makes me feel down a little bit not seeing vegetation there. I mean, we passed by some occasional dessert plants but not as much as I hoped I would see.
If I would have to do a road trip again from Vegas to Arizona, I would probably opt to do it in the Fall or early Spring so that the weather ain't too hot. We did it when it was too hot which made it so exhausting. It's all worth it though because the Grand Canyon is just amazing. Please tune in for the next part of this post. Thanks for visiting and leaving your thoughts.
15 travelers' comments:
The Grand Canyon is such a magnificent place to go to. I have been there three or four times both in summer and winter in that place never fails to amaze me. I am glad you all had a wonderful time.
The Grand Canyon is on my bucket list of places to visit in the US. It looks stunning there and I think the kids would enjoy it a lot.
So awesome! I went to the Grand Canyon when I was a kid. I can't wait to take my girls on vacation there!
This is an amazing area. I've always wanted to go to the Grand Canyon. One day, I hope! I'm glad you had fun!
You photos are beautiful! What a great way to celebrate your anniversary!
Just beautiful and everyone should get a chance to experience the beauty. Glad your family had opportunity.
What a wonderful trip to take with your family. The Grand Canyon should be seen by everyone.
What a fun family trip! Would love to do this trip with my family sometime.
The Grand Canyon is so beautiful. I would love to go see it again someday soon. My Son has been asking when we can go back.
What a wonderful experience! I wouldn't mind going on a family road trip like this. There aren't any landscapes quite like that on the East coast.
I haven't been to the Grand Canyon in YEARS but we went on our road trip from Vegas to Arizona back in 2004! It was incredible
I was there about 40 years ago for a few hours but keep saying I want to go back. My pictures from then, well you can imagine. And go to Sedona.
What a fantastic experience. We still have not been to the Grand Canyon but it's at the top of my travel list!
Your family always has so much fun. =) I love seeing all the places you go to. Thanks for sharing your trip.
What a blast you had! I've honestly never been to the grand canyon but you have inspired me to take a family road trip there.
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