I'm going down to the Grand Canyon for Christmas this year, a solo road trip from Canada. I am so excited to see it. This place has been on my bucket list for so long. Yes, I know the weather can be questionable, and the North Rim is closed.
Recommend that you return visit in February with a bit of snow. The landscape contrasts are wonderful. Someday treat yourself to a night at the El Tover, with a canyon view room, delightful. Decades ago, breakfast was superb, recieved a newspaper, just show your room key, meal is put on your room tab, top service when they know you are a guest, was seated in front the warm fireplace, memories.
I went to The Grand Canyon back in February. Hadn't been there in 40+ years. Pictures just don't do it justice, it's amazingly beautiful. I went to Monument Valley on my way home and loved that as well. Not sure if you've ever been there (I'm guessing you have), but IF you haven't, I highly suggest it. It's majestic.
I read a book last year that I bought at the Sacramento train museum, entitled “the Harvey girls“. I was intrigued by Mary Coulter, especially given the times. There is some controversy about whether or not she designed certain structures. I have passed the book onto friends so I don’t have it in front of me, but it’s an excellent read. It talks about the Harvey system. A huge part of history that I, at 70 years old, never heard or read anything about. A very much enjoy your upbeat attitude and go with the flow attitude you’re very very comfy, Thanks for taking us on the journey with you!
I'm a Nespresso junkie too, Melozio is my addiction....interesting to see you navigate this machine in a vehicle, lol. The water carafe makes it so clunky even in the kitchen. Was worth the trouble with that gorgeous view, I used to live in Williams and the canyon was my "home" too.
Great sweatshirt you bought! I graduated from NAU so have gone to GC many times. I once spent a noisy, sleep less night i n El Tovar before hiking to Phantom Ranch & out in a day. My motivation was the dinner reservations we had in the dining room at El Tovar that night. I learned the cabins by the trailhead were better for sleep the next time we hiked down to stay at Phantom Ranch for a night. Maswik Lodge also was good for us. I ❤ GC all seasons - especially the North Rim. Your vlog makes me want to go! Thx much for the beautiful sights!
Outside the east entrance on the way to Cameron, there was petrified wood in the side slopes of the road. We stopped to pickup some trash and noticed the small pieces of petrified wood. The east entrance was closed that year because of CoVid, but our objective was the North Rim. The road to the north Rim was likely already closed and covered in snow when you were there. We camped in some great dispersed camping spots, that were not crowded like the few campgrounds that were open. We spent a night at the Howard Johnson Hotel in Flagstaff to get showers and do laundry, before starting to travel east towards home. My late husband and I both had degrees in Geology and had visited a lot of the sites in northern Arizona on the way out and the the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert, part of Route 66 and Palo Derulo Canyon on the way home. We only scratched the surface on everything there is to see in northern Arizona. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. It brought back wonderful memories.
Thanks for sharing your visit to the Grand Canyon! It has been around 40 years since I have taken the time to stop in at the Canyon. My wife and I and our infant son spent a day there back in 1985 when I was working for the Forest Service in NW New Mexico. I am sure we missed many things in our hurried visit, including the beautiful tower, than you for giving us a tour. Interesting way to cook eggs and noodles, do you cook them at the same time, in the same water? how long do you boil them for? I subscribed to your channel and look forward to seeing more of your travels. Bob
There is so much to see at the Grand Canyon. This was something like, my fifth visit and the first time I visited most of those places. I cook the eggs first (boil) and then add the noodles to the water. They take 5 and 4 minutes respectively but that’s approximate based on elevation.
Nice video 👍. Regarding your caption noting the presence of cars in the SK trailhead lot (despite a sign to the contrary), the hiker shuttle driver explained to us that those cars belong to the folks who work down in the canyon (Phantom Ranch, etc). They park there, hike down, work for some number of days (I can’t recall precisely); then, hike back out to their car at the trailhead.
You are a very nice person......I always wish the best for you as I view your vids. I lived and went to school and studied Geology at NAU in another life.
I love the Grand Canyon. I took my ex wife and her daughters there. We had our first family picture there. I want to go back but it’s still too painful
I have an English friend (a Nun) who recently moved into the (Grand Canyon) Kadampa Buddhist Temple in Flagstaff. Pop in and say "hello Yvonne , from David x" please?🙊 I stayed (snowed in for a night) in the Thunderbird Lodge on South rim once, a fab. river rocks fireplace in reception.👌e Have a lovely trip.👌
Hi Christine, chris from Australia 🇦🇺.. A question I'd like to ask, Do you miss living in a home? Also I wish you the most positive thoughts with your long trek next year. You have alot of spark and you can do it, well have faith in you.
Great views! What a stunning location. I loved the gorgeous brick home/museum too. Question: I’m headed to the Subaru dealer tomorrow and I’m hoping to own my own Ascent but in green. The price keeps inching up! Which things did you add to the base vehicle that you think were most helpful in your travels? Any that weren’t as important in the big scheme of things?
What coffee maker and k-cups do you use? BTW I like your videos. Glad you’re doing more videos. Also glad you’re feeling better. Will you get a seasonal job this coming year.
boo I miss live once again. Work sucks. I always wanted to get lost in the Grand Canyon. Its like a fantasy of mine. hehe. Don't ask. B/C I aren't saying. ./nope
Wow the Grand Canyon is absolutely incredible! So fascinating. Thanks so much for sharing it with us. I'm so happy you got to experience it ♥️
Wow 🤩 what a grand view ❣
Your videos keep getting better and better!
I'm going down to the Grand Canyon for Christmas this year, a solo road trip from Canada. I am so excited to see it. This place has been on my bucket list for so long.
Yes, I know the weather can be questionable, and the North Rim is closed.
It sounds like it will be an amazing trip!
Recommend that you return visit in February with a bit of snow. The landscape contrasts are wonderful.
Someday treat yourself to a night at the El Tover, with a canyon view room, delightful.
Decades ago, breakfast was superb, recieved a newspaper, just show your room key, meal is put on your room tab, top service when they know you are a guest, was seated in front the warm fireplace, memories.
Sounds like an unforgettable experience!
I never get tired of that view. ❤
This has me so much more pumped up for my guided backpacking trip into the Grand Canyon at the end of March.
Great stuff!!
I'm sure you'll have an amazing time!
Wow. The Grand Canyon is so amazing ❤
I went to The Grand Canyon back in February. Hadn't been there in 40+ years. Pictures just don't do it justice, it's amazingly beautiful. I went to Monument Valley on my way home and loved that as well. Not sure if you've ever been there (I'm guessing you have), but IF you haven't, I highly suggest it. It's majestic.
I was just in Monument Valley, it was my first visit. Video to come on that!
I've never made it to the Grand canyon. Thank you for taking all that amazing footage of it! Looks like you had a wonderful time there!
Thank you for showing us the picture in the beginning, it’s absolutely stunning
I read a book last year that I bought at the Sacramento train museum, entitled “the Harvey girls“. I was intrigued by Mary Coulter, especially given the times. There is some controversy about whether or not she designed certain structures. I have passed the book onto friends so I don’t have it in front of me, but it’s an excellent read. It talks about the Harvey system. A huge part of history that I, at 70 years old, never heard or read anything about. A very much enjoy your upbeat attitude and go with the flow attitude you’re very very comfy, Thanks for taking us on the journey with you!
I’ve never heard of that book but it sounds intriguing! I’m going to look into it.
@ I think you’d enjoy it!
Wow, you went to some really cool places. I never knew about that tower and now i want to go back---
I'm a Nespresso junkie too, Melozio is my addiction....interesting to see you navigate this machine in a vehicle, lol. The water carafe makes it so clunky even in the kitchen. Was worth the trouble with that gorgeous view, I used to live in Williams and the canyon was my "home" too.
Wow what an amazing place..very picturesque. Gotta admit Christine. You have beautiful eyes..
Great sweatshirt you bought! I graduated from NAU so have gone to GC many times. I once spent a noisy, sleep less night i
n El Tovar before hiking
to Phantom Ranch & out
in a day. My motivation was the dinner reservations we had in the dining room at El Tovar that night. I learned the cabins by the trailhead were better for sleep the next time we hiked down to stay at Phantom Ranch for a night. Maswik Lodge also was good for us. I ❤ GC all seasons - especially the North Rim. Your vlog makes me want to go! Thx much for the beautiful sights!
Those Bright Angel lodge cabins look really cool!
Love watching your adventures! I live in Tempe, Az and the Grand Canyon never disappoints❤️
Outside the east entrance on the way to Cameron, there was petrified wood in the side slopes of the road. We stopped to pickup some trash and noticed the small pieces of petrified wood. The east entrance was closed that year because of CoVid, but our objective was the North Rim. The road to the north Rim was likely already closed and covered in snow when you were there. We camped in some great dispersed camping spots, that were not crowded like the few campgrounds that were open. We spent a night at the Howard Johnson Hotel in Flagstaff to get showers and do laundry, before starting to travel east towards home. My late husband and I both had degrees in Geology and had visited a lot of the sites in northern Arizona on the way out and the the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert, part of Route 66 and Palo Derulo Canyon on the way home. We only scratched the surface on everything there is to see in northern Arizona. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. It brought back wonderful memories.
Those sound like wonderful memories Anita! 💙 I always seem to miss the proper season to visit the North Rim but one day I’ll get there.
@nomad_unknown I'm loving your advent coffee calendar, what a treat. Your videos always make my heart sing.
Beautiful!
I saw you on the hike and almost said hi!
What?! Ah, that's so cool!
Wow! Thanks for taking us with you to Grand Canyon
Beautiful Grand Canyon ❤
Beautiful scenery! I have to get out to the Grand Canyon someday.
Very James Bond of you. (so sorry you have to go to Flagstaff)
This is your best video ever. So beautiful.
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it!
Thanks for sharing your visit to the Grand Canyon!
It has been around 40 years since I have taken the time to stop in at the Canyon. My wife and I and our infant son spent a day there back in 1985 when I was working for the Forest Service in NW New Mexico. I am sure we missed many things in our hurried visit, including the beautiful tower, than you for giving us a tour.
Interesting way to cook eggs and noodles, do you cook them at the same time, in the same water? how long do you boil them for?
I subscribed to your channel and look forward to seeing more of your travels.
Bob
There is so much to see at the Grand Canyon. This was something like, my fifth visit and the first time I visited most of those places.
I cook the eggs first (boil) and then add the noodles to the water. They take 5 and 4 minutes respectively but that’s approximate based on elevation.
P.s. love the slippers ❤
Nice video 👍.
Regarding your caption noting the presence of cars in the SK trailhead lot (despite a sign to the contrary), the hiker shuttle driver explained to us that those cars belong to the folks who work down in the canyon (Phantom Ranch, etc). They park there, hike down, work for some number of days (I can’t recall precisely); then, hike back out to their car at the trailhead.
Thanks for clarifying, that makes sense!
You are a very nice person......I always wish the best for you as I view your vids.
I lived and went to school and studied Geology at NAU in another life.
That’s incredible! I’m fascinated by geology. Very cool!
I love the Grand Canyon. I took my ex wife and her daughters there. We had our first family picture there. I want to go back but it’s still too painful
I’m sorry to hear that it’s painful place for you. I can understand that.
I have an English friend (a Nun) who recently moved into the (Grand Canyon) Kadampa Buddhist Temple in Flagstaff.
Pop in and say "hello Yvonne , from David x" please?🙊
I stayed (snowed in for a night) in the Thunderbird Lodge on South rim once, a fab. river rocks fireplace in reception.👌e
Have a lovely trip.👌
Hi Christine, chris from Australia 🇦🇺..
A question I'd like to ask,
Do you miss living in a home? Also I wish you the most positive thoughts with your long trek next year. You have alot of spark and you can do it, well have faith in you.
Sometimes. But then I remember that I won’t be living like this forever.
Aloha it a nice day at the Grand Canyon
Aloha! It certainly was!
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Great views! What a stunning location. I loved the gorgeous brick home/museum too.
Question: I’m headed to the Subaru dealer tomorrow and I’m hoping to own my own Ascent but in green. The price keeps inching up! Which things did you add to the base vehicle that you think were most helpful in your travels? Any that weren’t as important in the big scheme of things?
Oh fantastic! I’m happy for you! I think the main thing was the moonroof. I really wanted it and I’m glad I have it.
@ Thanks!
What coffee maker and k-cups do you use? BTW I like your videos. Glad you’re doing more videos. Also glad you’re feeling better. Will you get a seasonal job this coming year.
Nespresso Vertuo
Thanks for watching! I have a Nespresso Vertuo. I'm not planning on seasonal work this year but we'll see what happens.
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You seem like you put a lot of thought into the voiceover narrations
I went down into the canyon by mule, was awesome!
You're brave!
@nomad_unknown I've rode lots of horses so I was good 👍
boo I miss live once again. Work sucks. I always wanted to get lost in the Grand Canyon. Its like a fantasy of mine. hehe. Don't ask. B/C I aren't saying. ./nope
Rim to rim to rim next time??
I'm working on training so that'll hopefully be within reason for me one day!
@nomad_unknown Awesome! Just FYI, the temp at the bottom is about the same as Phoenix.
@@jimhutchison3435 Wow that sounds brutal!
I really wanted to drop down to the bottom on the Mule Train, but too much ❄❄❄⛄⛄ snow when I was there.😪😪
You're braver than me! I wouldn't get on a mule in the GC. haha!