Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Wine Tasting @ Grand Canyon, Wine Co. in Williams, Arizona






Eric & I went to Grand Canyon
Wine Co. for a Wine Tasting.








I like the comfortable
seating.



I admire the thoughtful 
use of this small space.





Eric & I decided to sit
at the Bar.









The wines are carefully
arranged for customer
selections.








James is very knowledgeable
about the grapes that are used
create the wines sold here.






Grand Canyon Wine Company created Wine Tasting Options for visitors to sample.













Eric & I chose the Voyager Flight of Red Wines.




I am conveniently seated
near the Ice Water Dispenser
& keep our water glasses
filled between tastings.











Eric and I decided on the wines that we wanted to purchase.





Our selections are 
in this bag.


I added the Sangiovese Classic Chianti to our bag.
2019 Traveler Red Grenache
2019 Adventurer Grenache
2019 Encounter Petit Syrah Red Table Blend
2019 Summit Mouvedre
2021 Traveler Red Syrah & Grenache


Eric and I are looking forward to Red wine with Spaghetti or any other Italian Meal, Chocolate Cake, or when the mood for a good glass of wine strikes.

Thank you, James, for the conversation and for continuing our education on Red Wines.  

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Beers @ The World Famous Sultana Bar in Williams, Arizona





Eric & I are thirsty & stop
Sultana Bar for two
cold ones.













Eric & I got a friendly
greeting at the Bar.





This bar is made for crowds.  It's in the former Sultana Theater.






There are plenty of tables
for small groups.










We decide to try local Beers.

Eric's choice is Historic

I selected Grand Canyon

We made good choices.  Eric enjoys his cool, crisp Salt and Lime Lager.  I enjoy the perfectly balanced American Pilsner.





Eric's 9-Pronged White Tail Deer
was mounted just like this one.












I like the Taxidermy here...






A shaggy Bison

















ready to pounce.















Video Games







A large room for large
 groups & events.

More Taxidermy




A Moose, mounted over 
the front door oversees 
everything...







The World Famous Sultana Bar is a popular watering hole in Williams, Arizona.  Stop in for a drink, spend the evening with friends, or book the back room for an event.  

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The Cars of the Mother Road in Williams, Arizona




Cars of the Mother Road is a
combination Museum, Gift
& Souvenir Shop.

It also offers Guided Tours
 & Indian Reenactments.








This is a kitschy place
to visit.





Rusted Model Ts showcase
the merchandise.





on the back of a
vendors truck.




This car is a mashup of
 from the movie, Cars.




My Trailer
My Rules

I love this sign!









I like this light yellow Model T
Convertible Coupe with red
spoked tire rims.

Collectibles come in all sizes at Cars of the Mother Road.





A Knight in a Suit of Armor













The Model T is the preferred vehicle of Cars of the Mother Road.
 





A Toy Airplane sits atop
 a Model T Truck.
Virgil & Ditha, the original owners of this Model T Coupe,
are riding into the sunset.

This place is fun!  Visitors can spend hours shopping for bargains here.

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An Afternoon in Williams, Arizona




Williams is the closest community
 to where Eric & I are staying in





The City is proud to be the Gateway to the Grand Canyon.  The train that runs from the Grand Canyon to Williams is very popular with the National Park's visitors.





Route 66 runs through
Williams.




The Mother Road is a strong influence on Williams.




The City's history is
tied to the Railroad.








This Santa Fe Rail Car has
been altered for use as a bridge
across a water channel.





It leads to Arizona Railroad







The Museum is scheduled to open next year.





A selfie with the 
Arizona State 
Railroad Museum
Logo.









The City's Clock is next
to the old Train Depot.






This is a beautiful building.

It is now the Williams 






Smokey the Bear is on duty & gives information on the risk of fire today.






Adjacent open space features
the Route 66 sign.







Eric & I stroll along Historic Route 66.  It splits into east and westbound lanes in Williams.






Canyon Club COCKTAILS
has a round window.











M & K Biker Shop is in the
old Red Crow Garage.







Williams has preserved and repurposed many of its older buildings.

Get Your Gifts on 66






 News Dispenser

Pizza on Route 66













Williams, Arizona
Route 66

Last Town bypassed by I-40

October 13. 1984










is a Mid-20th Century
design.






Many visitors stay in Williams and drive to Grand Canyon National Park.











We stop at Cars of the
Mother Road so I can
get some pictures.




The Bear in the entryway
caught my eye.

Then I noticed the
 historic plaque.






The Sultana Theater opened in 1912 and showed films until its closing in 1957.


Sultana Bar occupies
the former theater.






The former Bank now




The small sign on the
second floor is a 





Open Road Cowboy and Cuisine on Route 66 occupy the ground floor.






Eric gets his fortune read
by Zoltar.







In our post-retirement travels, I have taken pictures of Zoltar Machines in San Antonio, Texas, Primm, Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada, Wall, South Dakota, and Hannibal, Missouri.






Brewed Awakenings
Coffee Co.






offers Wine Tastings.

Eric & I will stop by
 later.






Pete's Gas Station Museum
Deluxe sitting at the Gas Pump.





This mural celebrates wildlife
in the area.






A 1954 Oldsmobile 98
sits at the curb.




The first Dairy Queen opened in
Joliet, Illinois in 1940.

As the Fast Food Chain grew, so
did its ice cream & food options.





Williams, Arizona is a walkable city that celebrates its Route 66 history and culture.  Eric and I got our "Kicks on Route 66."
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