Batman in Flagstaff

Flagstaff, Arizona

Friday, July 7, 2006

We found the little town of Flagstaff to be welcoming and enjoyed pizza in the town's Heritage Square at dusk watching “Batman Begins” on a huge outdoor screen with the denizens of Northern Arizona University students who rule the town. Ironically, the server at Alpine pizza was home on summer break from George Mason U, so we had fun chatting up DC with him.

In some ways, Old Town Flagstaff reminded us so much of Georgetown-dozens of locally owned bars and restaurants, historic buildings, and a small community feel. But where it differs is that it is surrounded by the largest pine forest in North America. The other difference is that everyone was attired in Eddie Bauer-styled clothing vs suit and ties.

The only mistake we really made was searching for a hotel on a weekend night so near the Grand Canyon. We ended up at in a place that makes the Bates Motel look like a five star destination.