Arizona Family Vacation

It's Grand For All Ages!

So what is so grand about an Arizona Family Vacation anyway?

To start with Arizona's nickname is "The Grand Canyon State". The Grand Canyon offers views that are seen no other place on this planet. Did you know it's one of the seven natural wonders of the world!

Besides the Grand Canyon there is Lake Powell which offers many fun activities for kids of all ages. And if you think Arizona is only desert and heat then you're wrong, it has some great ski resorts in the mountains.

Some Arizona "Did You Knows"

Arizona is the 6th biggest state in the USA. It became the 48th state as of February 14th, 1912. Its State Capital & Largest City is Phoenix. Its State Bird is the Cactus Wren. Its State Reptile is the Arizona Ridgenose Rattlesnake, State Tree is the Palo Verde and State Gemstone is Turquoise.

Grand Fun Around The Grand Canyon
Arizona Family Vacation Ideas

If you're looking for a Family Getaway that will get the kids outdoors and have them wanting to go cave exploring rather than playing video games then an Arizona Family Vacation may be what you want.

Besides Canyon Viewing Arizona offers Zoos and State Parks which offer special events years round. Also Lake Powell offers families 2000 miles of shoreline to explore and relax on.



It's also a great winter getaway for families! There are plenty of ski areas to keep you busy and out of the heat of the day during winter season.

If you want to keep the adventure to a minimum there are also water parks, skate parks and other family friendly activities for everyone.

Remember Arizona is a big state so if your time is limited you may want to choose just one area to explore. Whether it's Northern Arizona with the Grand Canyon and Lake Powell. Central Arizona, the home to Phoenix where you'll find unbelievable resorts, shopping, golf courses, Native American History and more. Or Southern Arizona where you'll have some great star gazing nights and find some of the world's best birding sites, Arizona has enough family fun stuff to keep you busy for weeks on end.

An Arizona Family Vacation awaits those who want to get out of the daily grind of city life. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year you're sure to find a week of beautiful weather to enjoy all the outdoor activities it offers.

In the near future you'll find links here that will take you to more detailed family fun spots in Arizona. From the theme parks to the best places to stay and view the Grand Canyon they'll be here for you to learn more about. In the meantime make a mental note of an Arizona Family Vacation before heading somewhere else that may not offer as much fun in such a great climate.