Sunshine & Strolls in Peoria

There’s something wonderfully mindful about Peoria, Arizona.

The days are made for sunshine, while the evenings bring that refreshing desert coolness that makes you want to sit outside a little longer and watch the sky change colours.

Here, the landscape has its own personality. Cactus everywhere, desert blooms, mountain views and walking paths that seem to invite you to wander simply because you can.

Sometimes, a walk doesn’t need a destination. There’s something freeing about walking with nowhere to be and no particular place to go. Just sunshine on your face, fresh air in your lungs and the opportunity to notice what’s around you.

Peoria gives you plenty of ways to fill your day:

Walk or hike the many desert trails. Explore the paths by bike. Stop and appreciate the amazing desert landscape. (Look but don’t touch, ouch). Enjoy a round of golf under that big Arizona sky. Get active with pickleball or other outdoor activities. Wander through shops and local markets. Discover restaurants and enjoy an evening out. Catch a spring-training baseball game. Take a drive into the surrounding desert and mountains. Ride in a hot air balloon to discover the vistas from above. Sit outside at night and enjoy the cool air and incredible sunsets. And, of course, find a good coffee and simply watch the world go by!

Peoria reminds us that not every walk needs a purpose. Not every day needs to be packed with plans. Sometimes we can just follow the path, enjoy the sunshine and see where our feet take us.

A walk to nowhere can sometimes take you exactly where you need to be.

Travel mindfully. Wander freely. Find joy in the journey.

Taking time to reminisce, Ms. Mindful Traveller