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PHOENIX — Arizona’s tourism tax revenue finished above $4 billion in 2023, the first time the mark had been surpassed in state history.

The record $4.2 billion generated, which is comprised of local, state and federal taxes, was a 7% increase over a record-setting 2022 , according to data from the Arizona Office of Tourism.

Tourism tax revenue supports services such as health care, transportation and public safety.

“The data is in: people love coming to Arizona and our economy is growing because of it,” Gov. Katie Hobbs said in a press release . “Tourism supports critical services for Arizonans, and our work to build an Arizona for everyone translates to more visitors and more jobs for our great state.”

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Arizona saw a hefty jump year-over-year in its overnight international visitors, which contributed to the record mark.

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In 2023, the Grand Canyon State welcomed 4.2 million international overnight visitors, a 20% increase from 3.6 million in 2022. Mexico, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany and France were the top five countries for international visitors.

Domestic overnight visitors slightly grew from 40.19 million to 40.88 million. California, Texas, New York and Florida were the most popular for out-of-state visitors.

As a result, visitor spending was up 4.3% from 2022, ending at $29.3 billion.

“Our strong 2023 shows how placing Arizona’s majestic beauty, welcoming warmth and abundant diversity at the forefront of our visitor attraction efforts continues to deliver,” Lisa Urias, CEO of the Arizona Office of Tourism, said in the release.

“Whether you’re an Arizonan on an in-state road trip, joining us from across the country for Cactus League Spring Training or an international visitor seeing the Grand Canyon for the first time, we always appreciate that Arizona remains a top choice.”

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Here are some other changes in Arizona tourism, according to the 2023 report:

  • $1.15 billion in state tourism tax was collected, making up about 10% of the state’s operating budget for the year.
  • Tourism job growth was at 4.4%, up to 187,000 in 2023 from 179,100 in 2022.
  • 86% of 2023 visitors were repeat visitors.

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Tourism logos have to do a lot of work to communicate the attractions of an entire region or a country in a single design asset. That can sometimes result in drab, generic designs, or it can result in some of the most creative logos around.

The new logo for Visit Arizona, the 48th US state's tourism office, lands in the latter group, and it bucks the minimalist trend with a design that's delightfully detailed. The logo packs in lots of symbolism in a clever visual device that also links to the state's history.

While Arizona is probably most famous for the Grand Canyon, Visit Arizona was determined that the new design wouldn't be limited to one bucket list landmark but would encourage broader travel across the state. It gave the job to Phoenix-based Heart & Soul Marketing , which undertook a stunning rebrand.

At the centre of the new logo is a motif inspired by Native American mandalas. The circular design created by Hopi and Isleta Pueblo artist Kevin Coochwytewa features an array symbols associated state. The sun is surrounded by icons representing the saguaro cactus, petroglyph hands, rainclouds in reference to the Sonoran Desert monsoon storms, a hummingbird (representing hummingbird capital Sierra Vista) and even a computer chip to represent the semiconductor manufacturing industry. 

"Arizona is more than just one famous landmark," says Heart and Soul's associate creative director Hanna Heisler. "It's an accumulation of the countless incredible people, places, ecosystems and cultures that make our state so uniquely vibrant. We wanted to leverage an authentic and meaningful art form that could encapsulate the diverse spectrum of elements that make state 48 truly special."

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The mandala is used in a lockup with a turquoise logotype with copper-colour mountains, and the lockup is versatile. There are options to adorn the space in the 'O': a saguaro cactus for Central Arizona, a ponderosa pine for the north and a hummingbird for the south.

The brand colours are new too, with a strong emphasis on turquoise and copper, the former inspired by Native American turquoise jewelry and the latter by the state's copper production and the star on the state flag. Supporting colours include greens as well as sand to recognise that despite the desert, Arizona has lush forests.

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Key to the branding project was a discovery phase that involved surveys and online interviews with residents about what icons, textures and colours they felt represented them and their state.

The old and new logos for Arizona tourism compared

The new logo is a striking improvement on the previous design which was unimaginative to the point of generic: the only reference to the state was the shape of its borders in the 'O'. To an extent, it also bucks the prevailing trends in logo design.

The detailed design of the mandala could limit the interpretation of all the symbols at small sizes, but the overall lockup remains simple enough to work, and it's striking and recognisable even if you don't immediately see the details that make up the 'O' and take it only to represent the sun. There's also an AZ monogram logo in the same colours for smaller applications.

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From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s regions are full of experiences that don’t disappoint.

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  1. Official Travel & Tourism Website

    Visit Arizona: Official Travel & Tourism Website

  2. Arizona Office of Tourism

    Arizona Office of Tourism (Administrative Office Only) 1110 W. Washington St., Ste. 155 Phoenix, Arizona 85007. Phone: 602-364-3700 Fax: 602-364-3702

  3. Travel Guide

    Travel Guide - Visit Arizona ... Travel Guide

  4. Arizona State Travel Guide/Map

    Find out how to order or advertise in the official publication for the Arizona Office of Tourism. The guide and the map are distributed at visitor centers and information packets.

  5. Visit Sedona

    Visit Sedona | The official site of the Sedona Tourism Bureau

  6. Staff Directory

    Dawn Melvin. Tribal Tourism Relations Manager. 602-364-3707. [email protected]. Since 2019, the Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT) has been a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) as designated by the IBCCES Certified Autism Center.

  7. Plan Your AZ Trip

    Plan Your AZ Trip

  8. Visit Arizona

    Visit Arizona. 486,591 likes · 2,193 talking about this. Welcome to the Arizona Office of Tourism's official Facebook page. Share your experiences with...

  9. Visit Phoenix

    Visit Phoenix | Find Things to Do, Restaurants & Events

  10. Visiting Arizona

    Find Places To Stay. Find Upcoming Events. Vacation Packages. Arizona Summer Weather Tips. Driving Tours and Scenic Roads. Related Agencies. Arizona Game and FishArizona State ParksArizona Office of Tourism. Related Services. Visit ArizonaCalendar of EventsArizona HighwaysHalf-Staff Notices.

  11. Visitor's Guide To Arizona

    Search. Start planning your Arizona vacation with the Official State Travel Guide. Visitor's Guide To Arizona.

  12. Arizona Visitor Information Centers

    Arizona Visitor Information Centers - Tourism AZ

  13. Arizona Office of Tourism

    Arizona Office of Tourism, Phoenix, Arizona. 1,302 likes · 9 talking about this · 39 were here. Official Arizona Office of Tourism & travel industry news. Follow @ArizonaTravel for trip inspiration

  14. Appreciate AZ

    The Arizona Office of Tourism and the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics© forged a partnership to promote sustainable tourism practices across Arizona's spectacular landscapes and unique destinations. For a richer experience, learn how you can protect Arizona's iconic natural features while enjoying these spectacular destinations.

  15. Arizona Office of Tourism

    Start planning your Arizona vacation with the Official State Visitor's guide - available in print, electronically, or both. Fill out the form to request your free travel packet, which includes an Arizona Official State Visitor's Guide and an Arizona state highway map. The Arizona Office of Tourism ships domestically as well as the following ...

  16. New tourism logo aims to attract visitors to all parts of Arizona

    This is part of the new Arizona tourism branding, the result, according to tourism officials, of a years-long process that included listening sessions across Arizona that involved 2,000 people.

  17. Visit Tucson, Arizona

    Visit Tucson, Arizona | Hotels, Restaurants & Things To Do

  18. Official Travel Site for Scottsdale, Arizona

    Official Travel Site for Scottsdale, Arizona

  19. Arizona Travel Guide: Where to Go, Things to Do & When to Visit

    The tourist high season in Arizona runs between October and May. During these months, be sure to book your accommodations well ahead. Expect to pay higher prices, particularly in popular winter destinations like Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson. Overall, Arizona is a year-round travel destination. No matter what time of year you choose to visit ...

  20. Expert Exploration

    Play tourist in Williams — where Route 66 retro kitsch meets Grand Canyon grandeur. At 6,000 feet in the Kaibab National Forest, Williams is a cool mountain escape brimming with fun! ... Arizona's vast natural lands—from the grandeur of the Grand Canyon to the largest stand of ponderosa pines in the world—beckon us to explore, connect ...

  21. Arizona Tourist Information

    Arizona is a state located in the southwestern region of the United States, known for its beautiful natural scenery, rich history, and diverse culture. Arizona welcomes 38.1 million domestic and international visitors annually. There are museums, state parks, national parks, and city parks, There is an outdoor recreation activity for everyone!

  22. Arizona tourism tax revenue: 2023 was record year

    PHOENIX — Arizona's tourism tax revenue finished above $4 billion in 2023, the first time the mark had been surpassed in state history. The record $4.2 billion generated, which is comprised of ...

  23. Visitor Centers

    Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center. Casa Grande, a small city with 74,000 residents (estimate, YE 2024), offers visitors and tourists a respite from frenetic traffic, amped-up...

  24. The stunning new Arizona tourism logo packs in a lot of symbolism

    The new logo (bottom) compared to the previous Arizona tourism identity (top) (Image credit: Visit Arizona / Heart & Soul Marketing) The new logo is a striking improvement on the previous design which was unimaginative to the point of generic: the only reference to the state was the shape of its borders in the 'O'. To an extent, it also bucks ...

  25. Visit Arizona Trade

    Get all the latest, new and noteworthy information about Arizona's tourism scene here. Give your clients a trip to remember! These suggested itineraries include some of our favorite destinations across the state. Find curated resources and planning tools from the Visit Arizona travel trade team.