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Tourist info: Arizona Tourist Office,
McCluskey International, 4 Vencourt Place,
ARIZONA
Hammersmith, London W6 9NU
Trade enquiries only: 020 8237 7977
ARIZONA
the grand canyon state
Tel: 020 8741 7256 Fax: 020 8237 7999
E-mail:
arizona@mccluskey.co.uk
Web:
www.arizonaguide.com
If you only see one
Land Area: 114,000 Sq Miles
Population: 5,939,292
thing...
State Capital: Phoenix
The Grand Canyon, one of the seven nat-
Largest City: Phoenix
ural wonders of the world. Over a mile
deep, 277 miles long and 10 miles wide
Local Time: Mountain Time. GMT -7
in places, it captures the imagination of
hours behind the UK.
Daylight saving in the Navajo Nation
millions of visitors every year.
(North East) only.
Look out for...
Climate: Nearly consistent sunshine with
low humidity and low rainfall. Long hot
Arizona, the name itself inspires images planet. Endless places in which to fish,
Alice Cooper - Ice Cube - Stevie Nicks summers and mild winters.
of sun-drenched desert cities, spas and sail, swim, stroll, tramp, run, pedal,
(Fleetwood Mac).
National Parks: Grand Canyon,
dazzling resorts. Experience the spectac- paddle or even just sit around and be
Petrified Forest plus twenty other
ular Grand Canyon, Old West legends, amazed. Climb into the sky by balloon
Strange but true... areas under National Parks Service
Native American and Hispanic heritage, or hang-glider, explore the dark depths administration.
Lake Powell has 1960 miles of shore line
adventurous guest ranches, shopping, of great caves, go white water rafting
(more than the west coast of the USA).
sports and much more. or put miles between you and civiliza-
For some an unforgettable holiday tion on horseback or in the comfort of
means being pampered at a luxury a convertible with the roof down.
resort and spa, playing a round of golf You’ll find countless places to explore
at one of the many world-class courses in Arizona, things to see, people to meet
or relaxing in a historical hotel or and we’ll introduce you to Arizona’s nat-
mountain lodge, for others adventure ural wonders, cultural traditions, fascinat-
is the appeal. ing history and vibrant cities.
Blessed with bright sunshine and fine Whatever you are looking for in a
weather year round you’ll find some of holiday chances are you’ll find it in
the most varied landscapes on the Arizona.
Tourist info: Arkansas Dept of Parks &
ARKANSAS
Tourism, The Saltmarsh Partnership, 25d
Copperfield St, London SE1 0EN
the natural state
Tel: 020 7928 1600
ARKANSAS Fax: 020 7928 1700
E-mail:
arkansas@saltmarshpr.co.uk
Web:
www.arkansas.com
Arkansas showcases everything all thanks to Arkansas’ unspoilt
Land Area: 53,225 square miles.
delightful about the South: superb landscape of parks, lakes and rivers. 50th anniversary in 2007) - and stay in
Population: 2,673,400 (2000 census)
hospitality, colourful history, a varied History is everywhere. Learn about Little Rock for the remarkable William
musical heritage, family appeal - and early European visitors at Arkansas Post Jefferson Clinton Presidential Center.
State Capital: Little Rock
the chance to really get active! National Memorial, then explore Civil Looking for great music? The blues
Largest City: Little Rock
Arkansas is aptly nicknamed The War battlefields like Pea Ridge. Sample are alive and well in Arkansas’s Delta Local Time: Central Standard Time 6
Natural State. With 52 State Parks and delightful Eureka Springs (America’s region, where the Arkansas Blues & hrs behind the UK.
six National Park Sites, there is no Victorian Village) and follow in Al Heritage Festival (early October) is one
Climate: Arkansas’s climate is temperate
shortage of great outdoor and cultural Capone’s footsteps in popular resort of the biggest in the US. Or travel to most of the year, especially in spring and
activities. Camping, hiking, fishing, town Hot Springs. Visit Little Rock’s the Ozark Mountains and the small fall; hot and humid days are typical of late
boating, swimming, golf, canoeing, Central High School - a Civil Rights town of Mountain View, dedicated to
summer. Winter temperatures
biking, horse riding - experience them flashpoint in 1957 (commemorating its preserving local folk music and crafts.
occasionally dip into the teens or below,
although such outbreaks usually last for
short periods and winter days are often
If you only see one thing...
sunny and mild.
The William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Center and Park, located on the banks of the
National Parks: Six. Buffalo National
Arkansas River in the heart of Little Rock's River Market District, houses eight years of River, Hot Springs National Park, Fort Smith
world history via the largest presidential archive and 20,000 square feet of exhibit space National Historic Site, Arkansas Post
and provides an exciting and educational experience for visitors of all ages. National Memorial, Central High School
National Historic Site, Pea Ridge National
Strange but true... Military Park.
Arkansas is the only place on the planet where you can dig for diamonds and keep what you
find! Check out
www.craterofdiamondsstatepark.com
Look out for...
Former President Bill Clinton in Little Rock, Hot Springs or Hope; actress Mary Steenburgen and
her husband actor Ted Danson in Little Rock; actor Billy Bob Thornton (Malvern or Little Rock).
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