The Arizona Office of Tourism is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a free digital passport.
The downloadable resource highlights 250 popular destinations across the state, from sites of historic significance to local restaurants.
Josh Coddington is with the Arizona Office of Tourism. He said the list was put together with the help of Arizonans.
“We actually reached out to people in Arizona and said, share with us your favorite places,” Coddington said. “Share with us the things you love to do in your community, because the people that live there know their communities the best. They know the hidden gems. They know their favorite places.”
Anyone can sign up for the free digital passport on their phone. Users earn points when they check into places they visit, and can cash them in for merch when enough points are collected.
Coddington says the list includes must-see destinations, including restaurants, dark sky communities and Indigenous sights.
“It gives you a map so it tells you how to get to a place,” Coddington said. “It gives you a picture of that place and it gives you a quick description. In addition to the address.”
Coddington says while the pass is intended for the America 250 celebration, it will be available into 2027 and beyond.
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