Sedona Arizona - Escape...Revive...Discover

SEDONA, AZ, December 20, 2012 (Press-News.org) What is it that captures visitors to Sedona? The magnificent red rocks? The breath-taking canyons? Absolutely, but there is so much more to Sedona than just the landscapes.

In fact Sedona, Arizona offers travelers much beyond the incredible scenery. This southwest diamond in the rough offers travelers a multitude of activities, cultural events, fine dining, shopping, and spiritual journeys. It was named TripAdvisor's Traveler's Choice for 2012, and Top 10 U.S. Destinations for 2013 by Lonely Planet.

Escape to Sedona and one of the many State Parks or Grand Canyon National Park. From Sedona, world famous destinations like the Grand Canyon are an easy day trip away. Or if world wonders aren't high on the "do see" list, State parks like Arizona's Petrified Forests and Montezuma Well and Castle are all within easy visiting distance from Sedona. If a more active excursion sounds more appealing, Slide Rock is located within Sedona itself, cutting driving time and freeing up hours to enjoy the sandstone bluffs, swimming holes, as well as the famous slide.

Discover the hiking...With over 30 trails in the area; from easy to difficult, along water, with elevation change, canyon and mountain trails, visitors will find world class hiking. Sedona is known for its incredible hiking and mountain biking trails, all with magnificent views and spectacular vistas.

There are more than parks near Sedona - take a day or two to enjoy local culture and shopping. Spend the day in Jerome, an old mining town just 28 miles from Sedona with diverse shopping and dining. Or stay close by and wander through the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village home to art galleries, specialty shops, artisans and restaurants.

Revive with more typical vacation remedies all the while surrounded by the natural beauty and peace of Sedona. With a variety of day spas with fitness centers and alternative healing, days can be filled with relaxing and rejuvenating treatments without having to stray far afield. Enjoy a few rounds of golf in between various excursions to parks and hiking trails. Or let someone else do the work and see Sedona and the surrounding hills and cliffs on one of the jeep tours that range from one hour to a full day.

Of course, everyone needs a place to return to after a day of adventure to unwind, a place to retreat to. El Portal Sedona Hotel is the perfect place for visitors to make their home base. These Sedona AZ accommodations have received AAA's Four Diamond Award Rating. They offer guests personalized concierge services for the Sedona area and help with planning day trips, jeep tours, hikes, or however a guest wants to spend the day - including drop off and pick up for select hikes. El Portal Sedona will arrange helicopter rides, hot air balloon excursions, day trips on the Colorado River, wine tours and more. If a visitor needs a spa treatment or an in room massage, then they look after it. EL Portal wants their guests to get the most out of a trip to Sedona and will help guests in any way they can.

The biggest comment the pet friendly Sedona hotel gets from customers when they leave is that there is so much more to do and see in Sedona, and a night or two just isn't enough. So make sure that a trip to Sedona is booked for at least two or more nights.

To book a trip to Sedona, call El Portal Sedona Hotel at 800.313.0017 or Book Online.

El Portal Sedona Hotel is a pet friendly Sedona hotel where guests can enjoy Sedona and area in historic yet luxurious surroundings. Each guest suite includes a private entrance, patio, fireplace, whirlpool bath and WiFi; featherweight cashmere blankets, luxury Egyptian cotton sheets, bath towels, premium down pillows and comforters for the ultimate in restful comfort. At this luxury inn guests have access to unique concierge services for Sedona and area. The owners strive to make a personal connection with all their guests. It's the personal touch that separates El Portal Sedona from others.