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The Native American Navajo Hoop Dance | Native American Hoop Dancing - Dixies Lower Antelope Canyon Tours

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Most days, visitors to Dixie’s   Lower Antelope Canyon   get a pleasant surprise while they await their turn to hike through the world famous slot canyon. Lestin Fuller, a world-renowned Navajo hoop dancer, often performs to the delight of our guests prior to their tour. He has been gracious enough to perform with us for years, and has become one of the most talked-about — and popular — parts of our guided tour outside of Antelope Canyon itself. Lestin is ranked as one of the best hoop dancers in the world, and watching him perform one of the most beautiful, and difficult, traditional dances in the world is truly a once in a lifetime event. So what exactly is Navajo hoop dancing? In essence, hoop dancing is a traditional form of Native American storytelling through dance, incorporating one, a handful, or up to dozens of hoops. While the dance varies somewhat by region, it dates back centuries to many tribes. The art is usually performed by a single dancer (aka like Lestin) who begins t

Top 10 Restaurants near Lower Antelope Canyon, Page - Arizona

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If you're planning a trip to Lower Antelope Canyon Tour soon so you might be wondering what some of the top dining options in the area are. Fortunately, there are many of excellent options available to you to sate your appetite throughout your thrilling excursion to the Page, Arizona region. Here are some of the top rated restaurants near Antelope Canyon, Page, Arizona (USA):   Delicious Restaurant Options:   1. Big John's Texas BBQ: Big John's features amazing music, succulent meats that have been grilled, and even gluten-free menu options. Indulge in delicious Texas-style barbecue with a variety of smoked meats and savory sides.   2. Bonkers Restaurant: A family-friendly spot offering creative American comfort food, including burgers and sandwiches.   3. The Dam Bar & Grille : Enjoy stunning Lake Powell views while dining on seafood, steaks, and Southwestern dishes. 4. State 48 Tavern: Relish a blend of classic and modern American cuisine feat

Lower Antelope Canyon Tours Presents: Artists on the Pavilion - Dixie’s Antelope Canyon Tours

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  Dixie’s Lower Antelope Canyon Tours   is proud to announce that all throughout the Summer of 2023 — through August 28, 2023 — local Navajo artisans will be showcasing their artwork on the pavilion grounds next to our headquarters. The Artists on the Pavillion program is a fun, unique opportunity for our guests to see and experience Navajo art firsthand, and for our local Navajo artists to gain exposure to people who have come from nearly every corner of the globe. Every summer, tens of thousands of tourists visiting from all over the world come to Dixie’s to experience the wonder and  beauty of Lower Antelope Canyon . For local Navajo artists, this will be a unique opportunity to introduce their fine jewelry, pottery and other crafts to new audiences throughout the summer weekend — our busiest days of the year. For our tourism guests, Dixie’s Artist on Pavilion Program will feature only verified Navajo artistry from between 9:00am and 3:00pm local Navajo time. All our vendors are com

Food to Bring: Antelope Canyon in Page, Arizona - Dixie’s Antelope Canyon Tours

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  If you are planning a  trip to antelope Canyon in Arizona   there is some planning you need to do. Food is going to be one of the biggest areas of preparation. You do not want to get dehydrated or hungry when you are out exploring nature. To make sure that you have a great trip and are full and happy, preparation is going to be key. There is nothing worse than being hungry and thirsty while on a vacation. It also isn’t fun if you are out in nature and it is hot outside. With the right foods you should be able to have a great trip without being hungry or dehydrated while exploring Antelope Canyon. Below are some recommendations for food while exploring Antelope Canyon: Granola: There is a reason that granola is often associated with hiking. Granola is a great option because it can contain a lot of the nutrients you need. It also is not going to melt or get all over your pack that you take with you. The other great thing about granola is that you can customize it to what you want. Do y

A Look Into Arizona Canyons - Dixie’s Antelope Canyon Tours

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  Have you ever been to any Arizona canyons? If you have not, you should definitely add it to your list of travel dreams. These canyons are breathtaking and awe-inspiring. They are the kind of places to bring battery packs to, so everything stays charged. You can take as many pictures as you want while you are there so be sure to bring your phone or camera. All Things Arizona Canyons: Arizona is the perfect state to visit if you want to see some stunning canyon sites. Most importantly, When visiting, consider how high the temperature gets in some months. You will want to bring a lot of water and bottles. The off months, rather than the dead of summer, might be a better option because they are cooler. The second most important thing to remember is that a lot of these canyons are located on Navajo Nation land, so you will need a tour guide to enter these places. Spots are limited so you may have to book a trip several months, or even years, in advance. Antelope Canyon: Yes, Antelope Cany

Lower Antelope Canyon During Off Peak Season - Dixie’s Antelope Canyon Tours

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  So what’s been stopping you? For many people, the thought of being lost within the large crowds shuffling through the narrow walls of the slot canyon makes them uneasy. No one likes being rushed, but it’s difficult not to feel that way when you stop to try to take the perfect picture. Many of us are not professional photographers, so when the first couple shots don’t look the way you want, or at least don’t capture the stunning visuals you are witnessing, you need to try again and take more pictures. But that can lead to some increasingly irritable tourists, who are waiting patiently for you to finish so they can move through — or try to take that same great photo for themselves. So you hurry to take your photos and move along as quickly as possible before checking them, only to find out you’ve been photobombed by one of those tourists, or the photo didn’t come out the way you hoped. And now you can’t go back.. There is something almost inherently inconsistent and unnatural about lar