The GRAND, Grand Canyon

"And this is the news at noon. The Government has declared a national shortage of superlatives. Adjectives are particularly scarce in the areas around Nevada, Arizona and the National Parks. A spokesman said that the newly formed Department of Explanatory Adjectives Relating to Tourism and Holidays (DEARTH) was working with scientists nationwide to solve the issue, which is expected to remain critical in the short to medium term.”

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The traffic out of Vegas was pretty dreadful, but we eventually arrived at Boulder City Airport and clambered onto a tiny plane (a Cessna Caravan, for the people who know about these things) seating only eight and carrying only six of us. So we had a really good view of Hoover Dam and the West Rim of The Grand Canyon. And once again, words failed us. So here are some of the pictures – thanks to Kate and Ashley for such a wonderful gift.

from the plane...


The Canyon's West Rim










Lake Mead....