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Tucson Comic-Con 2025 Highlights

Welcome to Tucson Comic-Con sign

Since the first time Phillip and I attended Tucson Comic-Con a few years ago, the event has expanded to take over most of Tucson Convention Center and the adjoining Tucson Arena!

art activities with Poppin' Off

It now spans 3 days full of activities, including panels, fan group meetups, an art zone with free classes, scavenger hunts, costume contests, plus a grand ballroom dedicated to all kinds of gaming – giant board games, a free play arcade, puzzle competitions, role-playing games, and more.
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Roadside Motel Gets Elevated

Exterior or Hotel Elev8 in Flagstaff, Arizona

The last time we were in Flagstaff we stayed in a cute, recently-renovated motel called Hotel Elev8. It was pet friendly, had free wifi and little local gifts for sale in the lobby.

Quijote the dog in front of a Hotel Elev8 sign

local gifts
Gift shop goodies!

There’s also an outdoor pool, indoor hot tub, and a sauna – in case you need to warm up or cool off.

Hotel Elev8 hot tub

When I say the place was recently renovated, I mean some of the construction was still in progress when we were there, but it was already a nice place to stay.

Landscape photography and a "renovations in progress" sign at Hotel Elev8.
Landscape photography and a “renovations in progress” sign at Hotel Elev8.

Location

Hotel Elev8 is about 10 minutes from Downtown Flagstaff. It’s actually right off I-40, which basically follows the historic Route 66.
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What To Do With 24 Hours in Tucson

Gates Pass in Tucson
tacos, squash, and a drink
To do in Tucson: Eat at Seis

I wrote a guide for Tucson Foodie about how to get the most out of Tucson if you’re only here for 24 hours. Of course, where to eat is a big part of it. But I also recommend where to stay and fun things to do while you’re here.

The post is split up for 4 different types of travelers. (Kind of like a very short Choose-Your-Own-Adventure book.) So there’s a different 24 hour itinerary depending on whether you’re a Super Foodie, Outdoor Adventurer (looking to hike, mountain bike, etc.), Wellness Seeker (looking for a DIY spa-like experience) or Family with Kids.

hills covered with desert landscape
Gates Pass

Check it out and let me know which itinerary you would choose!

coffee cup on a placemat with the Maynards logo

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A Trifle Better than Doomscrolling

close-up sliced strawberries in trifle

“This seemingly simple delight has evolved over centuries, each layer telling a story of cultural exchange, innovation and the pursuit of exquisite taste.”

–Australian Good Food Guide

Mixed Berry Trifle
Mixed Berry Trifle photo by Amanda Suarez via Serious Eats.

One evening this past November, Phillip and I were watching an episode of The Great British Bake Off (GBBO) where the consensus on one contestant’s crumbly cake was that it would have been better as a trifle.

White Chocolate Tiramisu Trifle with Spiced Pears
White Chocolate Tiramisu Trifle with Spiced Pears via Epicurious. Photo by Con Poulos.

All the Pretty Trifles

Phillip wasn’t familiar with the term, but I knew he’d seen these classic, layered desserts before. I did an image search, looking for quintessential trifle examples to show him.

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