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Vacation to the Grand Canyon for a Valentines Day

Vacation to the Grand Canyon for a Valentine’s Day Adventure Romantically

Discover the Magic of a Grand Canyon Romantic Getaway this Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to spend quality time with your significant other and create memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re looking for a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate, a trip to the Grand Canyon is a must. With […]

Grand Canyon Weather Guide: January 2023

Grand Canyon Weather Guide: January 2023

Grand Canyon Weather in January Grand Canyon Weather in the winter is a magical time to visit the national park. While there are some great advantages to visiting at this time of year, there are also some drawbacks to keep in mind. If January is the month you’ve chosen to visit, we highly recommend it! […]

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Winter tours at the Grand Canyon

Visiting the Grand Canyon during the winter can be a beautiful and unique experience. Here are a few tips to keep in mind if you’re planning a trip to the Grand Canyon during the winter months: Dress warmly: The Grand Canyon can get very cold in the winter, especially at higher elevations. Make sure to […]

When is the best (and worst) time to visit the Grand Canyon - Grand Canyon Tours - Sweetours Travel Agency

When is the best (and worst) time to visit the Grand Canyon?

There is no crowd at the Grand Canyon during these times, making it one of the best times to visit. Arguably the most popular national park in the United States, the Grand Canyon attracts millions of visitors each year. People travel from all over the world to see the massive, mile-deep canyon that stretches 227 […]

Grand Canyon South Rim Packing List

The Grand Canyon Must-Haves: What to Pack for Your Trip to The Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon is one of the most popular destinations in the world. It is also one of the most remote places, which means that going on day trips there requires some planning and packing. Fortunately, most things you will need are fairly obvious. However, there are some considerations that might not be so clear at […]

Hoover Dam Tour

THE 8 BEST THINGS TO DO WHEN YOU TAKE A HOOVER DAM TOURS

Experience the Thrills and Wonders of Hoover Dam with These Must-Do Activities When You Take a Hoover Dam Tours At Hoover Dam, you can do more than meets the eye. As well as some great viewpoints, there are interesting sights and places nearby. See our top 8 recommendations for your Hoover Dam Tours below! 1. […]

Grand Canyon West Rim Tour

Here are some things you can do at Grand Canyon West

What’s in Grand Canyon West?? Many people want to visit the Grand Canyon, but many don’t know about the Grand Canyon’s West Rim-only activities! The following list includes a few of the many great activities available to visitors to this part of the Grand Canyon. This list includes special activities for everyone, from families to […]

Elzada Clover, the first botanist to catalog plants in the Grand Canyon and one of the first women to traverse the Colorado.

Elzada Clover: The Botanist Of The Grand Canyon

Elzada Urseba Clover was born in Auburn, Nebraska in 1897, the seventh of nine children of Maynard French Clover and Sarah Gates Clover. She had six sisters (Alice, Mabel, Bessie, Vida, Cora, and Maud) and two brothers (Maynard and Verne). She grew up on her father’s farm and attended high school in the nearby town […]

Famous for revitalizing Hopi pottery by creating a contemporary style inspired by prehistoric ceramics, this Hopi-Tewa potter's name is still known for her contribution to Southwestern pottery.

Nampeyo: The Noted Hopi Potter

At the beginning of the twentieth century, Hopi-Tewa potter Nampeyo revitalized Hopi pottery by creating a contemporary style inspired by prehistoric ceramics. Nampeyo made clay pots at a time when her people had begun using manufactured vessels, and her skill helped convert pottery-making from a utilitarian process to an art form. Nampeyo with one of […]

The Grand Canyon National Park with its Colorado River has attracted more than six million visitors a year. But have you ever wondered, who mapped the Grand Canyon for the first time?

Barbara Washburn: The Accidental Adventurer Who Mapped The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon National Park, preserving more than 1.2 million acres of the country’s most spectacularly scenic land, has attracted more than six million visitors a year, exerting an almost magnetic pull on hikers, rafters, explorers, and tourists from all over the world. Artists and writers are also drawn to the canyon, hoping to capture […]

Mary Jane Colter, the architect behind your favorite buildings in the Grand Canyon South Rim. Contact SWEETours for your next big adventure. Talk to one of our customer service agents for more info!

Mary Colter: The Architect Behind Your Favorite Buildings at the Grand Canyon South

If you’ve sipped a lemonade at Phantom Ranch, or stayed at Bright Angel Lodge on the South Rim, you’re familiar with Mary Colter’s work. She was a lady ahead of her time, where she designed and supervised the construction of six of Grand Canyon National Park’s most famous buildings, all of which still stand today. […]

Hiking Trails at Grand Canyon

Top Reasons to Visit Zion National Park

In a state filled with dramatic scenery that stretches to the horizon and seemingly endless bucket list adventures, Zion National Park is the crown jewel of Utah’s five iconic national parks. Zion’s landscape is filled with rainbow-colored rock layers chiseled into sharp peaks, high mesas, and deep, twisting canyons. It’s a place so hauntingly beautiful […]