Just got back from a roadtrip through the state of Arizona. It is truly a beautiful state with lots to do and see and you're actually pretty close to neat things in other states. I stayed mostly near flagstaff and saw the ski resort. I'm from Louisiana so I don't see snow often and loved it. It was beautiful. I will say if you aren't used to high altitudes, be careful trekking up to snowbowl road. It's at nearly 10,000 ft elevation and within about 30 minutes I was feeling light headed. I also saw the Grand Canyon and man is it beautiful. All in all, if you're thinking of taking a vacation out west I highly suggest Arizona. You won't be disappointed.