Sedona, Arizona
Sedona, surrounded by dramatic landscapes, is steeped in special holiday events and celebrations that include gallery tours, concerts, and more.
Where to Stay:
Hotels:
Super 8 Sedona - The comfortable and affordable way to enjoy the many splendors and abundant activities surrounding the Red Rocks of Sedona — this is hotel accommodation at its best.
Days Inn Sedona - Located near local attractions, such as Jerome (an old mining town), the New Age Vortex Sites and Oak Creek Canyon, this hotel offers great accommodations at a reasonable price.
Vacation Rentals:
Wyndham Flagstaff - Located on a scenic 2,200–acre estate, Wyndham Flagstaff offers activities for all seasons. Just 80 miles from the Grand Canyon, the resort is a complete recreational community with a splendid 18–hole golf course, eight tennis courts (four lighted), a fitness center and two seasonal outdoor pools.
What to do:
• The area is steeped in special holiday events and celebrations that include gallery tours, concerts and more. Celebrate the 18th Annual Red Rock Fancy, a man–made marvel that has drawn visitors for the past 100 years. Within the world–renowned red rocks of Sedona, it is a festival of more than a million lights from Nov. 20 to Jan. 3.
• Sedona's arts and crafts village of Tlaquepaque promises plenty of holiday spirit with art displays and music. A great tradition of Old Mexico is Tlaquepaque's 35th Annual Festival of Lights taking place at on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 3 to 8 p.m. The event involves the lighting of 6,000 luminarias in the town's courtyards and walkways. The River of Life Tabernacle Choir from Phoenix, as well as live jazz music and dancers provide entertainment.
