We headed out early to meet our hiking guide, Carla, at the beautiful on-site Trail House. She led us up the Boynton Canyon trail, just on the other side of the resort–teaching us about local flora and fauna, and to experience the vortex energies of the area, ending with a mediation. I didn't think I would enjoy a guided hike, but I loved our incredibly knowledgeable guide. Had we gone on our own, I wouldn't have stopped to sniff a Ponderosa Pine (smells like vanilla) or known the deer we encountered was specifically a mule deer. What a great experience! Afterward, we enjoyed pool time at the beautiful resort pool, sipping cocktails and enjoying apps, then pulled ourselves together for a drive into Sedona. We had a delicious dinner at the very cool and eclectic Pump House.