Williams, Arizona

 Williams was truly the most welcoming city I have ever been too. Walking up and down its main stretch felt like walking up and down a 'wild west' themed movie set. The locals were hospitable, friendly, and full of great advice (especially for the upcoming drive to Cali, where to stop for gas etc). I will admits there is not much, but what they do have they do right. 

Here are a few pictures from our stay.

The entry way to Williams " Gateway to the Grand Canyon"

The one part of 66 guaranteed to have a bearable rush hour. (& by bearable I mean maybe 3 cars and possibly 1 bear will be on the road) 

Fantastic breakfast at Cafe 326. The Chief breakfast sandwich which consisted of eggs, cheese, bacon, and a very unique pico de gallo cream cheese all on a fresh jalapeño cheddar bagel. When we ordered I felt like it was taking forever, I went up to the counter to get cream and they were making the eggs and bacon for the sandwich fresh! Something that sounds so logical but coming from busy Northern Virginia I have never seen an establishment do. It was absolutely delicious. I got one the second morning we were there as well :) 

If you are staying in Williams, I will admit as welcoming as it is there are not many places that are really good to eat (the main scene is diner food - diner food done right don't get me wrong, or pizza - although the Pizza is totally killer too; we had a sun dried tomato - pesto - sausage pizza from The Pizza Factory and it was out of this world) South Rim is an exception; They are a beer/wine tasting bar with very cute decor and an amazing beer and wine selection. Additionally, they have really yummy food - like really delicious! I couldn't believe it. They are relatively new and at the beginning of the main street so luckily for us they were not very busy at all -- No doubt this will change in the coming months.  If you take a trip here this is a MUST ! 

Adorable decor inside of South Rim 

Hanging out by the pool in a one piece more suited for the jungle than the desert. 

Bikini's are great but I will always have love for the one piece. So comfy, so easy ! 

Out in the desert nothing- NOT EVEN CHOCOLATE- felt better than this pool ! 

An additional picture from the Grand Canyon snapped on my phone ( not bad for a phone, touché iPhones !)

Pre-pool selfles #cattanks #catinis

This was not where we stayed but was across the street from my favorite breakfast stop. I just really loved this sign.

A wonderful locals dive bar - we met great people and were offered feathers from Arizona to decorate our apartment. Although tempted we had to turn the feathers down because I think it violates state law to take feather art across state line…not sure, just a thought. 

Last but not least a snap of our drive from Williams, AZ to Los Angeles, CA. Can you believe this view !?

Thanks for reading !