Backland Luxury Nature Resort welcomes guests for a new season of adventure in the mountains. Located just 20 minutes outside of Williams, Arizona, Backlands is surrounded by beautiful national forest lands and is often known as “the gateway to the Grand Canyon”.
The eco-luxury retreat shows travelers the beauty of Northern Arizona’s natural landscapes, featuring 10 luxury glamping tents where guests can fall asleep gazing at the sky through the tent’s skylights, wake up to panoramic views, taste delicious chef-crafted meals in the glass-walled restaurant, and relax in the stillness of the wild.
This year, in addition to its reopening, Backland Luxury Nature Resort is jumping on some of the hottest travel trends, including:
Return of the Classic Road Trip
With many Americans set to hit the road this summer and explore Historic Route 66, road trippers are encouraged to stop by Backland when passing through Williams, Arizona. The town sits on a stretch of the iconic road and offers a historic downtown filled with neon signs, classic diners, vintage gift shops and more.
America’s 250th
The United States celebrates its 250th birthday, and travelers looking to visit destinations of historical and patriotic significance will flock to the Grand Canyon. In fact, the Grand Canyon is participating in Outdoors250, a program launching through a partnership with Arizona State Parks, the Secretary of State and Arizona America250 commission to celebrate the milestone. The celebration is the perfect way to enjoy the beauty of America’s landscapes.
Stargazing
Backland sits deep in the forest, removed from the light pollution of the nearby city, making it easy for guests to spot the galaxies, stars and planets through the resort’s telescopes.
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