Scenic family road trips to take this summer in Arizona, California, Nevada Lori A. May, Special to the Seattle P I
Even as families resume leisure travel this spring, outdoor recreation and scenic drives rank high to aid in continued social distancing.
It’s definitely time to put last year’s travel credits to use, so consider flying into a sunny destination and renting a car to take the family on a scenic tour of a picturesque destination. Combine your road trip with nature hikes and cultural exploration with the trip ideas below for exploring Arizona, California, and Nevada.
Remember that even if fully vaccinated, it’s a good idea to follow guidelines for safe travels including hand washing and sanitizer, space between you and others, and wearing a mask. Be sure to follow local health and safety protocols, then get ready and gear up for a safe and scenic getaway with the family.
Avelo has started flying western U.S. routes with fares as low as $19 each way, and the founder of JetBlue is gearing to launch a new low-cost airline called Breeze.
Sky Harbor cash seizure undercuts 2017 police reform
North Carolina business owner Jerry Johnson needed a new semi-truck for his logistics company in summer 2020. So he scraped together his savings, borrowed money from family, and flew west from Charlotte to try to negotiate a cash deal at an auction house near Tolleson.
Unfortunately, the Phoenix Police Department and Maricopa County Attorney’s Office made other plans for the money. Acting on a tip from an informant, officers got ready to intercept the currency at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
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A detective started by obtaining Johnson’s itinerary and running a background check. Then he and two other plain-clothed officers took positions in the baggage claim area and waited. When Johnson arrived and picked up his suitcase, they surrounded him and demanded to know whether he was carrying a large amount of currency.