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Beautiful Red Rocks~Coffee Pot Rainbow - Sedona
Beautiful Red Rocks~Coffee Pot Rainbow

Sedona is a beautiful rustic valley filled pines trees, bushes, cacti, and rocks that mother nature has been carving out for over 350 million years. This town brims with the most creative talented artisans I have ever seen. Bronze statues grace all corners of the area that reflect the areas pride. I can understand why people flock here. It is a mecca of outdoor activity all year round. When we arrived in this dimly lit city, we could not see anything, but waking up in the morning and stepping outside, I was like “WOW!” We all were in complete awe of the beauty that surrounds this place and we were even more impressed when we did the Pink Jeep Tour. This took us to submarine rock so we could take in the whole vista of this glorious area.

So much hidden beauties
Indian Gardens Stream~~not far from the AZ Marker! - Sedona

Indian Gardens Stream~~not far from the AZ Marker!

J.J. Thompson was the very first white settler in 1876 to set his roots along Oak Creek Canyon and calling it Indian Gardens Ranch, which was later shortened to Indian Gardens. Here he established roots for his family and for others to follow. T. Carl Schnebly family was one of those families with only four other families that had settled the area closer to the rocks, which was called Camp Garden. When Carl was establishing a post office in 1902, he had to come up with a permanent name, but the two names he suggested were turned down because they were too long for a cancellation stamp. So his brother suggested that Carl name it after his own wife’s name, which was Sedona.

Pink Jeep Tours!
Leaving Submarine Rock~~it was so much fun! - Sedona

Leaving Submarine Rock~~it was so much fun!

What a blast!!

This tour has been in business for almost 47 years and as of yet, they have no desire to change the color. So deal with it guys, it’s just a jeep and it is a complete blast! I had heard about them and decided it would be fun, especially for my boys, including the big boy….lol! I made reservation to be sure, so I suggest you make them too. They are really popular. They have many types of tours, so please check out the web site to see what is available. It may seem pricey to some, but well worth the money. We did the BROKEN ARROW TOUR and I will never ever forget the smiles and laughter. Our guide was awesome; his name is Mike so ask for him.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Voted most beautiful place....they are right!!
  • Cons:Pricey, but have some fun anyways!
  • In a nutshell:Everyone needs to experience Sedona at least once!
  • Last visit to Sedona: Nov 2008
  • Intro Updated May 26, 2012
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    MalenaN May 10, 2012 at 9:39 PM Report Abuse

    Lovely photo of the rainbow Dee! Sounds interesting to visit Montezumas Castle, and I think it would also be interesting to taste Cane Cholla. I like the Turtle Rock and Rabbbbit Rock! Just came back to see some more of your Sedona tips. The Earthquake Faults looks interesting to see.

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    ViajesdelMundo Dec 9, 2011 at 7:04 AM Report Abuse

    beautiful pics and as always, mucho info! I hadn't really paid attention to Tip of the Day until I got the honor!! and then the email came in w/your Tip! unfortunately I am in bed all week w truly miserable chest cold since returning from Israel&Jordan last wknd.

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    goodfish Dec 9, 2011 at 4:03 AM Report Abuse

    Love that rainbow!!! We were in Sedona for a short time way back in 2001 (on the way to the Grand Canyon), stayed at the Matterhorn and ate at Oaxaca - both excellent. Also made a 1/2 trip to Jerome. Was tickled to see your great tips on this beautiful place! We didn't have time to hike but you've given me some good ideas for the NEXT trip... Congrats on your tip of the week!

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    csordila Dec 8, 2011 at 10:43 AM Report Abuse

    Congratulation for wining of the VT Tips of the Day with your Views of
    beautiful Sedona, Arizona!!!!!!!!!! L.

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    hopang Oct 18, 2011 at 9:56 AM Report Abuse

    Those red rocks are really amazing indeed. We really like to visit Sedona one day. Thanks for your lovely virtual tour with great photographs. Thanks also for visiting our Sweden travel pages. ~ho & pang

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    balhannah Aug 2, 2010 at 6:08 PM Report Abuse

    Well Dee, I have come to the end of very enjoyable virtual holiday in Sedona, now all I have to do is convert it into a real one! Fabulous writings and photo's!

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    omidamini Dec 28, 2009 at 8:53 PM Report Abuse

    Thanks for very nice page.

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    scottishvisitor Dec 2, 2009 at 2:28 PM Report Abuse

    Since it is the Season to be shopping thought I'd look for some inspiration here = lots of good ideas = I will revisit this page to find out more soon!

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    easterntrekker Oct 14, 2009 at 2:22 PM Report Abuse

    Hi. We just got back from Africa so haven't been on the site for awhile . Love your pages.best pictures ever. Anita

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    icunme Aug 31, 2009 at 10:16 AM Report Abuse

    Wow - rainbow photo so beautiful it does not look real! Taking a delux tour of Sedona here w/you. Great info on unique ecology of Sendoa (crust). BRAVO, Carol <(•¿•)>

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