I suggest you to to take 89A down through Sedona and get down to I-8 through the town of Maricopa. You can also visit Yuma, here you can find the historical Yuma Territorial Prison, it a nice place to spend some time.
Hi Katesarah, and Welcome to the Great American Roadtrip Forum.
Generous of you to jump in to help another member, with your first post. Much appreciated. In this case there are so many choices of spectacular places.
Anytime you need help planning a trip feel free to start your own thread.
Lifey
Hi Lifey. We're spending a few days visiting family in Chicago,then 3 nights in Vegas after which we pick up car. So I've booked a night in Furnace Creek followed by 2 in Williams. Then we need a one night stopover before San Diego where we staying at Pier South resort for a week. Looks like how i've always pictured a Californian beech hotel