Arizona

The Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, belongs on everyone’s must-see list.

What pairs well with a warm, sunny afternoon and a breathtaking view of Arizona’s rugged scenery? A glass of locally made wine, of course. In Arizona’s high deserts, three major grape-growing regions have taken root and are gaining popularity. Visit wineries and vineyards in Sonoita, Willcox and the Verde Valley to get a taste of what makes Arizona wine special.

Star parties and full moon hikes are popular events in this park near Sedona that is named for its famous red sandstone canyon.

Hike, tour or camp in this park, known as the “Wonderland of Rocks” because of the elaborate rock towers and pinnacles found throughout its environs. 

Some of the sandstone in this majestic park soars to 300 meters. Bring your camera to catch the austere beauty of the mesas and buttes.

Get the flavor of Tucson, declared a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, when you eat your way through the city’s diverse restaurants, farmers markets and street food scene. Explore Mexican and American Indian culture through the city's various cuisines.

You’ve seen the iconic saguaro cactus before in photos and movies, but in this preserve, you can marvel at its scale in context.

This placid, deep-blue lake with 3,200 kilometers of shoreline is the perfect setting for a resort vacation or houseboat excursion.

Take a trip down the Mother Road through historic towns such as Hackberry, Kingman, Oatman, Flagstaff and Seligman, where you’ll encounter old trading posts and villages as well as some of the state’s most dramatic natural landscapes.

Arizona has its share of old copper mining and ghost towns, but here you can tour Mammoth Gold Mine, learn about the area’s unique history at Goldfield Museum, pan for gold, ride a narrow gauge train, explore shops and watch a gunfight reenactment unfold.