we had a couple of days visiting the grand canyon on a trip of south west usa earlier this year. it was everything you’ve heard about and more. undescribable vastness, absolutely gorgeous. i could never do it justice trying to describe it because it has to be experienced, however, i hope to pass on [...]
I took the train in Williams. The home of the Grand Canyon Railway. I upgraded our tickets and had drinks served to us as we traveled. I really enjoyed the way the Hotel decorated for the Polar Express and how Christmas was being celebrated there in Williams. Parents and children were in PJ’s. [...]
Spending many hours watching people come to view one of Mother Nature’s best creations is very enjoyable. No matter where people come from, it is always interesting to see their reaction to such a marvelous place like the Grand Canyon South Rim.
The shuttle bus that runs through the park is a convenient option. Take the [...]
The Grand Canyon South Rim Village is the hub of activity for visitors. A variety of lodging, from historical landmarks, to quaint cabins, modern facilities or camping and hookups for RVs, are available to visitors. Museums, restaurants, gift shops, mule rides, train rides and other activities can also be found. It is the spectacular canyon [...]
Having stayed at the Kaibab Lodge in the early 90’s. We thought it was awful. Old creaky beds, tiny bathrooms (where if you sat on the toilet you could rest your arms on the sink). It was cheap then - about what you would expect to pay for a halfway decent motel like the Day’s [...]
I visited the Grand Canyon a couple of years ago while on vacation in the USA.
We camped at the Grand Canyon for a couple of days giving us to time to really explore this vast wonder. It is absolutely breathtaking. Until you stand at the edge, you really don?t have any idea just how truly [...]
I’m surprised from recent reviews about just what people were thinking when they visited Hoover Dam. My wife and I took our 3 children to Hoover Dam en route from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon in August 2005. At no time did we expect it to be other than a visit to a major [...]
During my 3 months in the US I have heard the word “Awesome” used in all sorts of situations - “an awesome pass”, during a football game, “an awesome meal”, “an awesome body” etc. But using this word in connection with The Grand Canyon is definitely one of the few correct usages of such a [...]
When you first come upon it no words can’t descibe it. It is simply one of the most unbelievable sights you will ever see. There are so many trails to explore. Take your pick I prefere the mule trips, easier on the feet. One of the best steam train trips is here. The Grand canyon [...]
Released On: April 04, 2006: Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner John Keys announces expansion of tour, opening of new exhibits at Hoover Dam Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner John Keys III announced today that, on Friday, April 7, the tour route at Hoover Dam will be expanded to include the Nevada penstock viewing platform, enabling visitors [...]
