The Zion & Bryce adventure was fantastic on so many levels. Our guides Mandy and Cady were the absolute best; they were engaging on a personal level as well as making sure everyone's needs were met (which were many!). Mandy's lifelong knowledge of the Zion region was unsurpassed as she led us on our adventures through her 'locals' eyes. All aspects of the week were great: our accommodations were SO comfortable! (I loved having my own en suite room) and our meals were lovely. The ladies in the group ranged in age which gave the experience such variety of energy and experience. And our activities! The miles and miles we hiked while taking in the incredible scenery was profound. There is a difference between Seeing a Place vs. Being in a Place, and that is what I felt. I loved hiking the Narrows; I overcame my hesitation of the UTV ride (I've never been on one before) but of all the experiences, canyoneering was the definite highlight of the week. What a thrill it was! Being in those slot canyons was incredible, but it was the overall camaraderie of the women that gave the experience its high. The guides assisted every step of the way which allowed me to take in the awe of the red rocks while pushing the edge of my comfort level and embodying the adrenaline rush that came with it. This was the most empowering experience of the week and it was palpable. To cap off this incredible adventure, Mandy had curated the collection of photos and videos taken during the week into a YouTube video, set to music, capturing many of the highlights we shared. It was such an unexpected personal touch that goes beyond the average collection of photos. I loved this adventure: the beauty and majesty of Zion and Bryce speak for themselves, but embodying and experiencing them on a personal level was a true gift.