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Make the most of your visit to Arizona with these helpful tools and tips. Go online to find even more trip planning resources at VisitArizona.com. 511 TRAVELER INFORMATION SERVICE The Arizona Department of Transportation’s 511 Traveler Information Service provides information and updates on road closures, construction and delays, as well as public transit services, major airports, tourism, weather and more. 511 Traveler Information Service: dial 511, az511.gov, Twitter @ArizonaDOT. TIME ZONE Arizona is in the Mountain Standard time zone. With the exception of the Navajo Nation in Northern Arizona, the state does not observe daylight savings time. AMERICAN INDIAN LANDS The 22 American Indian tribes in Arizona offer a multitude of recreational attractions, casinos and scenery that make their tribal lands—covering about 25 percent of the state—highly sought-after destinations and vacation spots. From ski slopes to blue waters and narrow canyons to slender spires, American Indian lands in Arizona are more than ready to entertain and delight visitors. You can learn more and find contact information for each tribe in the regional sections of this guide. For tribal land etiquette tips and additional information, see VisitArizona.com/uniquely-az/american-indian-tribes. TIMING YOUR VISIT During any season in Arizona, some part of the state enjoys ideal weather. Generally, the “peak” or busiest season in the desert areas (southern half of the state) lasts from January–March; the next most popular “shoulder” seasons are from April–May and September–December. The season when visitors can find the greatest values is from June–August. Peak and value seasons in the mountainous regions (in the northern half of the state) are the opposite of those in the desert areas. Generally, peak season in these regions is from June–August, and value season is from January–March. Peak season in some mid-climate areas of the state, such as Sedona, is from March–May and September–October, with shoulder season running January–February. AZSAFE + CLEAN CERTIFIED LODGING OPTIONS In response to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association worked with the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s Safe Stay initiative to establish a unified standard for safety and cleanliness. This program builds upon sanitation best practices, protocols and recommendations from public health experts and hospitality brands to create a clean, safe and inviting environment for travelers. AzLTA members that can verify they meet these standards will be able to display a badge. Learn more at azlta.com/azsafe. The Arizona Office of Tourism is continuing to monitor the evolving COVID-19 situation. Before traveling to or throughout Arizona, check VisitArizona.com/covid-19 for important travel and tourism updates. DIGITAL RESOURCES VisitArizona.com The official website of the Arizona Office of Tourism offers comprehensive information about The Grand Canyon State, including travel ideas, events, maps, hotel and attraction listings, as well as travel deals. Electric Vehicle Travel The official guide designed for electric vehicle travelers in Arizona provides many resources, including itineraries and an interactive charging map. VisitArizona.com/planning/electric-cars. Accessibility Information Visit BrettApproved.com, a travel website for people with physical disabilities or mobility challenges, for information on accessible hotels, restaurants and more. For autism-inclusive destinations and travel resources, visit AutismTravel.com. The Arizona Office of Tourism is the first state office of tourism to earn the Certified Autism Center (CAC) designation from International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). Mesa earned the designation of the country’s first Autism Certified City, and Go Lake Havasu is also a Certified Autism Center, with a staff trained to recognize and assist visitors on the autism spectrum.
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