Exploring Tucson with Kids Tucson, Arizona is such a fun destination for the whole family to visit. For one thing, the landscape is one of a kind! The Saguaro cactus, the largest cactus in America, grows only in the Sonoran Desert around Tucson. The iconic natural vistas may be what draw visitors to Tucson, but […]
When we designed JTH Tucson, we dreamt of creating more than just a place to stay, but an immersive experience. Inspired by our travels in Europe, Morocco, Mexico and Southeast Asia we imagined an oasis that offered both privacy and connection. It brings us so much joy to see this once abandoned space filled with […]
We look forward to spring and summer in the desert all year. It’s a wonderful time of year when the pool is the perfect temperature for swimming, the evenings are still cool enough to dine al fresco, and the cacti are blooming! If you’re thinking of making a desert trip, it’s a great time to […]
We are so excited to welcome you to our newest space in Joshua Tree—The Cabin—which is now available for guest stays! The Cabin is a remote 1958 original homestead cabin that is off-grid and solar powered. It’s located 20 mins from the west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and about 15 minutes to downtown […]
Heavy rains have been falling here in the desert since the beginning of the year, with the cold weather beginning to yield to the blooms of spring. We’re looking forward to the landscape waking back up and new life blanketing the valleys and hills around us. We’ve been listening to Valerie June a lot recently, […]
Picacho Peak State Park is a landmark that is sure to catch your eye as you approach JTH Tucson from the East. The peak has a distinct shape that always reminds us of a sombrero. This park is famous for springtime wildflowers, which cover the hillsides in vivid colors after rainy winters. This year’s super […]
Exploring Joshua Tree with Kids Joshua Tree is such a fun place to visit with kids. It’s a wonderland of Dr. Seuss-ical trees that look even wackier than anything a preschooler could’ve dreamed up. Plus it’s full of round boulders that are just begging to be climbed by little feet. Aside from the otherworldly nature, […]
Introducing the newest place to stay in Tucson: the Creosote Suite at JTH Tucson! After more than a year of renovation transforming this once blank space into the suite of our dreams, we are so excited to finally share it with you. This spacious studio has a king bed, a full kitchen, built-in couch, a […]
Winter rains in the Mojave and Sonoran deserts this year indicate that this spring may be a good year for wildflowers in both Tucson and Joshua Tree. There’s a chance we may even experience a super bloom if we get lucky! Of course, like any natural phenomenon, wildflowers are difficult to predict. Here are some […]
Tucson’s annual Gem and Mineral Showcase is an incredible and unique experience. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, shopping for your home, or just want to admire museum quality specimens from around the world this collection of shows has something for everyone. Tucson Gem Show consists of dozens of unique shows at different venues all over […]
