Sedona, Arizona is known for its beautiful red rock formations and vibrant art community. The document discusses Sedona's history, attractions like hiking trails and art galleries, places to shop for souvenirs, various lodging accommodations, arts and culture scene, and opportunities for spiritual enrichment. Sedona offers many outdoor activities alongside its thriving art community in a picturesque high desert setting surrounded by iconic red rocks.

1. Why Sedona, AZ is My
Favorite Vacation Spot
Adriane Garrett

2. CONTENTS
• ABOUT SEDONA
• What to Do
• Where to Shop
• Where to Stay
• Where to Eat
• Arts and Culture
• Spiritual and Personal Enrichment

3. Sedona History
The history of Sedona does not have
it's roots in Sedona...
Instead the story had it's beginnings in
Oak Creek Canyon. It was first
named Indian Gardens between
1862 and 1876 by J.J. Thompson. Next it was
called Camp Garden and then, finally called
Sedona. A gentleman by the name of T.C.
Schnebly named the town Sedona as he was
looking for a/the name for the first post office.

4. ABOUT SEDONA
Community Profile
Almost the entire world knows that Sedona, strategically situated at
the mouth of spectacular Oak Creek Canyon, is a unique place.
Characterized by massive red-rock formations, as well as the
contrasting riparian areas of Oak Creek Canyon, the area
surrounding this beloved community is considered at least as
beautiful as many national parks.
Located in Arizona's high desert under the towering southwestern
rim of the vast Colorado Plateau, the city of Sedona is blessed
with four mild seasons marked by abundant sunshine and clean
air. The annual average high is 74.7and low is 45.7 degrees.

5. What to Do
People often ask, "Is there no end to Sedona's attractions?" It's true:
There are many things to see and many things to do in Sedona.
Visitors and residents delight in the area's natural year-round
beauty, which is conducive to many types of outdoor activities.
It's easy to spend several weeks in Sedona exploring hidden
canyons and enjoying red rock trails or visiting the area's sacred
sites or Sedona's vortexes.
In addition to enjoying the outdoors, there are many other things to
do in Sedona. Sedona activities include visiting art galleries and
attending shows, musical and theatrical performances, spiritual
and personal enrichment activities, annual festivals and many
community events.

6. Where to Shop
Imagine that you are on a trip through the Southwest, and you want to bring home
mementos for yourself, family and friends. Sedona - a city teeming with artists and
artisans; boutiques, galleries and one-of-a-kind shops; annual festivals and open-
studio events - is a perfect place to find that special something.
Community/Professional Services
Sedona has these services:
· Schools/Tutoring
· Interior Decorating/Design
· Engineering/Surveyors/Research
· Printers/Duplicating Services
Retail/Shopping
· Accessories/Leather Goods
· Antiques
· Apparel & T-shirts
· Beauty & Health
· Bookstores

7. Where to Stay
After you have enjoyed an exciting jeep tour, lazy
trail ride or invigorating hike through Sedona,
Arizona's mesmerizing Red Rock Country, it's
time to unwind and relax. Sedona offers many
lodging options - from the rustic setting of a
wilderness campsite to a comfortable hotel or
motel, world-class luxury resort, inn or bed and
breakfast. Sedona, Arizona, has more than 100
lodging facilities. Fourteen properties have
earned AAA's Four-Diamond rating.

8. Arts & Culture
Sedona, ever-changing in the light has mesmerized artists,
challenging them to capture its splendor.
Today, Sedona is home to hundreds of artists of every medium and
aesthetic bent. It is an art community of ruggedly individualistic
expression, from cutting-edge contemporary to visionary, Native
American to modern realism. This burgeoning level of cultural
activity helped foster Sedona's reputation as a destination.
Sedona now rivals Santa Fe and Scottsdale in its richness of the
arts.
DATE EVENT
December 17, 2012
Arts and Culture
Commission
December 19, 2012
Art in Public Places
Committee

9. Spiritual & Personal Enrichment
Sedona's world-wide reputation as a spiritual mecca and global powerspot has drawn
some of our planet's most amazing healers, intuitives, artists and spiritual guides.
Come to Mother Nature's red-rock temples to experience their life-transforming,
soul-nourishing work in person. Sedona is a perfect place for spiritual and personal
enrichment of the body and the soul. From healing massage treatments, yoga, spas
and salons to hypnotherapy and retreats, surely Sedona has something to offer. Our
Sedona Chamber of Commerce Affinity Group, the Sedona Metaphysical Spiritual
Association, is a great resource for learning about the spiritual and metaphysical side
of Sedona.

10. Random & Useless Trivia Facts
T.C. Schnebly named Sedona after his wife in 1902,
his wife's name was Sedona Schnebly.
Arizona became the 48th state on February 14,
1912, the last of the contiguous states to be
admitted into the Union.
Arizona observes Mountain Standard Time on a
year round basis. The one exception is the
Navajo Nation, located in the northeast corner of
the state, which observes the daylight savings
time change.

11. The End
And this is why Sedona, AZ is my favorite vacation
spot.
By: Adriane Garrett
A Deeper Look Into My Favorite Place in the U.S.