Trip Tales
The podcast where real people share about their real trips, giving you destination inspiration and practical planning tips. Join Kelsey Graves - mom of 3, travel content creator and host of the Trip Tales podcast - as she interviews real people about their real vacations covering: accommodations, dining, must-see attractions, and budget-friendly tips. Tune in and let the adventures begin!
Trip Tales
44. Grand Canyon with Kids - Exploring the Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Coral Pink Sand Dunes & Route 66
Kelsey sits down with Joy Smith from @savvytravelmamas to hear all about her mother-son adventure in July 2024. Joy shares how this trip led them to some of the most stunning natural landscapes and colors she’s ever seen! From the Grand Canyon and Horseshoe Bend to the striking Vermilion Cliffs and the Coral Pink Sand Dunes, every stop had breathtaking views. They also explored nostalgic Route 66 and wrapped up their journey in Las Vegas.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Joy's Points Travel Academy
- 4th Grade National Park Pass
- Valley of Fire State Park
- Coral Pink Sand State Park
- IHG and Holiday Inn on points
- North Rim (Jacob Lake Inn cookies!) and South Rim of the Grand Canyon with kids
- Horseshoe Bend, Vermillion Cliffs, Cliff Dwellers
- Pink Jeep Tour in Grand Canyon
- Sedona, AZ: McDonald's with blue arches, Chapel of the Holy Cross
- Route 66: Inspiration for Disney movie Cars, Williams and Seligman, Arizona, Poozeum
- New York, New York hotel in Las Vegas with kids
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