There are a number of publications you could delve into before a trip to Prescott. Some offer current information, others a historical look at the city, and still others, help with trip planning. Here are a few options:

*For current info about Prescott, look into the online newspaper. Here you can look for current events, get a feel for the weather, and get a feel for the mood and tenor of the city. Reading an area newspaper before you travel can help you immensely once you make the trip. Once in Prescott, be sure to pick up a paper copy of the newspaper as well.

*If you’re interested in Prescott’s history, consider “A Photographic Tour of 1916 Prescott, Arizona”, a book of photos taken by an unknown photographer that laid untouched for decades. They are the base of this book, which provides vivid detail of Prescott’s history though detailed captions and other memorabilia.

*For trip planning help, pick up one of the many travel planning guides available on Prescott and Arizona. “Frommer’s Arizona 2006” has tips on where to eat, stay and entertain yourself in all of Arizona, with specific information on Prescott as well. If you plan to be driving much in or around the Prescott area, pick up “Hidden Highways Arizona” for many interesting roads to take, along with the background and history that make them interesting and unique.