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When you’re ready to explore the wonder of Arizona again, we’ll be here to welcome you back. The Arizona Office of Tourism, along with state and national partners, continues to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic. The resources below provide information to help travelers plan visits to and within the state. For current COVID-19 updates related to travel in Arizona, see VisitArizona.com/covid-19. WHAT’S OPEN In response to the situation surrounding the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, some of Arizona’s tourism businesses were closed, including attractions, museums, parks and hotels, as well as some of the tribal tourism-related businesses, such as casinos and parks like Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. As COVID-19 cases have dropped, many of these businesses have reopened, while others continue to remain closed or offer limited services. We encourage all travelers to reach out to businesses directly prior to visiting to ensure their reopening status, hours of operation and any specific guidelines that you may need to follow. FOLLOW PROPER SAFETY PROTOCOLS The Arizona Department of Health Services urges visitors to practice the following while traveling (those at higher risk for severe illness, take extra precautions): • Stay home if you’re feeling sick or showing symptoms. • For extra precaution, wear a mask that covers your mouth and nose when out in public. • Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth. • If possible, use touchless payment (available on most smartphones through your credit card or bank). If you must handle money, a card, or use a keypad, use hand sanitizer after paying. • After leaving an establishment, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. • When you get home or back to your lodging, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. 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.
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