Arizona

ARIZONA: WHY REUNITE HERE

• Arizona’s pristine yearround temperature and 300 days per year of sun ensures your itinerary will never be dampened by inclement weather

• With a slew of excellent resorts and spas, your family will feel pampered like never before

• The natural attractions in Arizona are unrivaled, from the Grand Canyon to the red rocks of Sedona, meaning breathtaking beauty is never far away

• With more than 300 golf courses across the state, you will never have a problem getting nine, or 18 holes in

Arizona

With immaculate weather year-round and amazing natural scenery, Arizona is the perfect place to hold a family reunion

Few states in the country can match Arizona’s natural beauty. Home to three national parks, 18 national monuments and two national recreation areas, The Grand Canyon State features some of the most incredible terrain and natural attractions on earth and is a perfect place for a reunion or family gathering. Grand Canyon National Park is renowned for its vast vistas, beautiful colors and incredible genealogy. More than 5.5 million people visit this legendary park each year to see the majestic 277-mile long and one-mile deep canyon. Another exalted stop is Petrified Forest National Park, which covers

Page Springs Cellars is a winery and destination where visitors can pack a full day of authentic experiences.

Sedona Devils Bridge has incredible scenery to savor. The Boulders Resort is one of the best golf courses in the state.

about 346 square miles and is named for its large deposits of petrified wood. Perfect for exploration and discovery, this national park offers a variety of trails and hiking options featuring fossils, badlands, buttes, mesas and wildlife. Monument Valley Tribal Park is one of the most majestic, and photographed, points on earth. This valley features sandstone masterpieces that tower at heights of 400 to 1,000 feet and when the sun hits these graceful formations at the right angle, the scenery is enchanting. Few geological formations are as picturesque as Antelope Canyon, which contains tall winding walls that resemble a wave-like structure and feature light beams that shine directly into the canyon’s openings. It is a photographer’s dream. Hoover Dam is the highest concrete dam in the Western Hemisphere, standing at more than 725 feet above the Colorado River.

A Mix of Relaxation and Excitement

Arizona is also home to cosmopolitan cities including Phoenix, Tucson, Scottsdale and Flagstaff. Phoenix is known as a top destination for golf, as it offers nearly 200 golf courses for your family’s next tee time. Downtown Phoenix features sports arenas, live music, rooftop lounges, museums, theaters, art galleries and more than 200 restaurants. Tucson attracts a diverse group of travelers thanks to its variety of things to do while visiting. Whether your family wants to enjoy top-notch restaurants, excellent art galleries or enjoy some beverages at the bars on historic Fourth Avenue, where the University of Arizona students mingle, Tucson has something for everyone. Scottsdale is a multifaceted city that offers aquariums, architectural wonders, botanical gardens, wine-tasting rooms and award-winning museums. Old Town Scottsdale is an easily walkable neighborhood filled with award-winning restaurants, art galleries, jewelry shops and unusual stores, all within the backdrop of an old-time Western city. Sedona exists at the intersection of soulnourishing wilderness and pampered luxury, where soaring red rock monoliths cradle an array of resorts, spas, art galleries and boutique wineries.

CONTACT: Arizona Office of Tourism tourism.az.gov

The legendary Grand Canyon is world famous.