Arivaca, Arizona is a small town (population in 2000 was 909 according to Wikipedia) in Pima County, near the Mexican border. The town was founded in 1878 and has been the home of a hardy, friendly group sense. In the past, accommodations were limited to campers. If you're like me, the thought of sharing a sleeping bag with the local "critters" or sharing a bathroom at an rv park isn't the most appealing way to spend vacation. I'll admit it, I'm a wimp. My idea of roughing it is no HBO. As you can imagine, I was thrilled to learn that there's a nice place to lay your head with comfy beds, fresh linens and free Wi-Fi. There's no TV, but I was happy to trade it for wonderful companions and a beautiful view. The Arivaca Action Center has two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. The rooms are tastefully appointed and feature beautiful antique furnishings. Guests can hide in their rooms or enjoy the shared kitchen and living room with locals and visitors. While we were there we got to know an incredible group of graduate students who worked in the desert all day then came to the action center to make dinner, watch movies and hang out on the large front porch during the evening. Once they headed to their camp, the entire place was ours - plenty of couch space to lounge on and a nice, bug table for eating or doing some work. Jill, who runs the center is a lovely, generous woman who makes guests feel like extended family. If you're looking to get away from it all, treat yourself to some time in this remote, wonderful town and enjoy a great stay at the Action Center. read more