The Why Not Travel Store

The Why Not Travel Store We are a small family owned business located in Why, Arizona. Giving back to the community we love for over 30 years!
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We offer Mexico trip insurance, propane, gun storage, vehicle storage, as well as storage units for larger items.

Ah yes, after having my beloved Chamango Slushie from Oasis Coffee, I feel like I can take on the world! Or at least jus...
06/11/2025

Ah yes, after having my beloved Chamango Slushie from Oasis Coffee, I feel like I can take on the world! Or at least just take on my own day for now.

Just tossing this out there but if you haven't tried this yummy goodness right here, you are missing out! Oasis Coffee has released their summer menu and everything on it is a must try!

Oasis Coffee is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Ajo. Check out their page for new items and updates.

As mentioned now that I have my energy restored let's proceed shall we. Although it hasn't been insanely busy it still has been pretty steady. I didn't realize some schools are still finishing up their school year. Now we do not have any major events until Fourth of July but like I say traffic is still steady.

At this moment both 85 and 86 are clear of any incidents, cattle, and/or donkeys. The POE is looking fabulous! Absolutely no wait times. Wednesdays are always a good day for traveling.

Quick reminder which I will be constantly mentioning. WE ARE DEFINITELY PET FRIENDLY! If I see you outside with your pup standing by our door I will come outside and let you know you can bring them inside. It is waaaaay too hot to keep them outside! Let them come in with you and cool off. (courtesy water bowl by door)

Okay kids! Be sure to stay cool and extra hydrated out there. Arizona is only in preheat mode but it is still toasty. Later gators! 😁

We are happy to announce that all 80 bags of dog food has been successfully transported to Barb's Dog Rescue. Each bag i...
06/09/2025

We are happy to announce that all 80 bags of dog food has been successfully transported to Barb's Dog Rescue. Each bag is accounted for.

Thank you to everyone who has helped out. You gals and fellas are truly amazing. Thank you, thank you!

I will post again when another dog food drop off comes. *happy dance*

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06/09/2025

There are 5 bags left that still need to be transported to Barb's Dog Rescue. If you're heading down today please consider helping take a bag down to drop off.

Weather for the week of June 9-June 14Why, AZUnfortunately it doesn’t look like we’ll be getting any rain from TS Barbar...
06/09/2025

Weather for the week of June 9-June 14
Why, AZ

Unfortunately it doesn’t look like we’ll be getting any rain from TS Barbara or TS Cosme, who are both west of Colima, MX.

Next week’s temps seem to linger from 111-114. Monsoon Season officially kicks off June 15 but no storms in sight yet.

Thank you everyone who has helped transport so far! We had 32 bags this morning now we’re down to 19. We’re almost there...
06/07/2025

Thank you everyone who has helped transport so far! We had 32 bags this morning now we’re down to 19. We’re almost there folks! Let’s goooooo! Please help get the last remaining bags down.

One bag per vehicle. This is for Barb’s Dog Rescue only!

The weekend is upon us my friends, let us celebrate! *clink* Happy Friday to our friends near, far, and farther!! This w...
06/06/2025

The weekend is upon us my friends, let us celebrate! *clink* Happy Friday to our friends near, far, and farther!! This week went by rather quickly if I say so myself.

Just a few friendly reminders before I proceed with my day.

📌POE closes at 10pm Fridays ONLY.
📌31 bags need to be transported to Barb's Dog Rescue. Come inside and let the staff know you'd like to help.
📌Be sure to check Google Maps for a quick look at the border. Set it in traffic mode.

It's getting pretty toasty outside so please stay hydrated as much as possible. Please drive safely. Let's get through this busy weekend accident free!

Sending love and good vibes to you all. Have a great weekend!

We only need 32 more wonderful customers to help get these down to the rescue! One bag per vehicle. Each bag is 50 # and...
06/06/2025

We only need 32 more wonderful customers to help get these down to the rescue!

One bag per vehicle. Each bag is 50 # and is labeled and accounted for. We just jot down your name, bag number and date on both forms attached to each bag. Easy peasy!

This dog food is for Barb’s Dog Rescue only. We are the only ones in this area who work directly with the rescue to ensure each bag and/or donation is transported to its proper destination.

Allow me to clarify, we do not sell these bags of dog food, nor do we give it away, to anyone who has no intention of dropping it off to the rescue.

Let’s go folks! Help us get it down to the rescue!

Forty seven bags of dog food still need to be transported down to Barb's Dog Rescue. Thank you to those who’ve already h...
06/05/2025

Forty seven bags of dog food still need to be transported down to Barb's Dog Rescue.

Thank you to those who’ve already helped out by taking a bag down. Each bag is 50 # so only one bag per vehicle.

This dog food is specifically intended for Barb’s Dog Rescue ONLY!

Happy Birthday to our assistant manager, Christopher! Please help us send him good birthday vibes. We wish him many more...
06/04/2025

Happy Birthday to our assistant manager, Christopher! Please help us send him good birthday vibes.

We wish him many more trips around the sun!!! Chris, thank your mama for us, for giving birth to a legend. 😁

06/04/2025

Hello and Happy Wednesday! Thank you everyone for the wonderful birthday comments. I'll reply as soon as I can!

Today has been pretty steady with traffic heading south. We've been thankful for those who've picked up a bag of dog food to transport down to Barb's Dog Rescue. There's plenty more that need to be taken down and dropped off. Keep in mind each bag is number and accounted for when it reaches the rescue.

There's nothing to report as far as traffic. The roads have been clear. I'll hop back on a little later but for now, later gator!

Hello everyone Cordelia here you've probably seen me in the store we just wanted to make a post giving a shout-out to th...
06/03/2025

Hello everyone Cordelia here you've probably seen me in the store we just wanted to make a post giving a shout-out to the birthday of our great general manager Bernadette we hope you have a great day and continue to be your awesome self! 😁🥳🎉

Dog food is now ready for transport! Each bag is 50 # so that means one bag per vehicle. This dog food is specifically i...
06/03/2025

Dog food is now ready for transport! Each bag is 50 # so that means one bag per vehicle.

This dog food is specifically intended for Barb’s Dog Rescue ONLY!

The same process will apply when taking the dog food to the rescue. We’ll get your name and jot it down on the form attached to each bag along with the bag number on it.

Address

230 S. Sonoyta Way
Ajo, AZ
85321

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 6am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 6am - 8:30pm
Thursday 6am - 8:30pm
Friday 6am - 8:30pm
Saturday 6am - 8:30pm
Sunday 6am - 8:30pm

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+15203877783

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The start of a new dream...

In 1991 our founder, Sandy Rogers, decided to head southwest from Omaha, Ne. with her young teenage son and purchased a store in Why, Az. The name of the store was the Why-Not Travel Store. The store sold propane, gas, food, refreshments, and nik-naks that were mostly locally produced. In the parking lot was a hot grill in the shape of a bull that was used to cook hamburgers and other items.

Over the years, she increased the size of the store, affiliated the fuel products with Texaco, installed storage units, added a restaurant (much to the detriment of the bull!) and increased the products the store could offer. Of course, as with any business, there were good times and bad. In the good times she reinvested into the store and gave back to the community, and in bad times Sandy, who was of Pennsylvania Dutch stock (re: a strong work ethic), persevered. She hired locally and several of her hires still work for us.

Sadly in 2013, Sandy unexpectedly passed away. Today the store is owned by her two sons, Allen and Cortney Wonder, and although she is missed, her legacy continues. At the time of this writing, "The Why Not Travel Store" is undergoing some major remodeling. The Deli area was increased in size and now offers a large selection of products and refreshments, a new walk-in cooler and freezer were added to increase the size of our cold and frozen offerings. The restaurant was sublet and eventually sold off to Granny's Kitchen. New bathrooms were added and the store outside/inside appearances have been enhanced. Why Not stop by?