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Experience Arizona

Discover the Best of Arizona, One Stay at a Time

There is something to do in Arizona every month of the year.

It is not a one-season destination

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From winter sunshine and Spring Training baseball to family getaways, desert hikes, birdwatching, pool days, Old Town dining, scenic day trips, golf, wellness weekends, and unforgettable sunsets, there is something to experience here 12 months a year.

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Whether you are escaping the cold, planning a Scottsdale family trip, traveling with your dog, exploring Arizona’s outdoor beauty, visiting for Cactus League baseball, looking for a relaxing poolside retreat, or coming back year after year as a winter visitor, iTrip Scottsdale gives you a comfortable home base for the trip.

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At iTrip Scottsdale, we help guests experience Arizona with more comfort, flexibility, and confidence. Our professionally managed vacation rentals give you room to settle in, cook, relax, work, gather, explore, and return year after year.  And that makes Arizona travel easier and more enjoyable — especially for families, snowbirds, groups, pet travelers, and repeat guests.

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Instead of starting every trip from scratch on a booking platform, book direct with iTrip Scottsdale and build a relationship with a live, local team that knows the area and is available 24/7, 365 days a year — and ready to support your stay before, during, and after your trip.

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Whether this is your first Scottsdale visit or your newest annual Arizona tradition, use these travel guides to plan your stay, explore more of the Valley, and discover why so many guests come back again and again.

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Plan Your Trip Around the Reason You Came

Every traveler comes to Arizona for a different reason.

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Some come for sunshine. Some come for baseball. Some come for hiking, golf, family, food, pets, birdwatching, shopping, wellness, the history and heritage, or a warm winter escape.

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Our Experience Arizona guides are designed to help you plan around what matters most to you — then connect you with an iTrip Scottsdale vacation rental that gives you the right home base for the trip.

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Explore each guide below and start planning your Scottsdale stay.

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Traveling with Pets

Dog Parks, Emergency Vets, Best Dog Hikes, Pet Safety in the Desert, Pet Friendly Patios & Venues, & Best Places to Stay

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Birdwatching in Arizona

Seasonal Birding, Top Spots, Safety, Thing to Bring, & Where to Stay.  Everything You Need to Know to Enjoy Birding in Arizona

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Who's Playing, Where to See Them, Where to Stay, What to Bring, & Everything You Need to Enjoy Cactus League Baseball

Spring Training & Cactus League Baseball

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Old West Towns, Native Heritage Sites, Scenic Drives, Ghost Towns, & The Best Day Trips from Scottsdale 

Historic & Cultural Arizona

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Things to Do with Kids in The Valley

Family friendly hikes, hot day activities, museums, exhibits, shows and more family friendly & kid friendly things to do in the Scottsdale & Phoenix area 

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Scottsdale Snowbird & Winter Visitor Guide

Escape the cold and enjoy Scottsdale’s winter sunshine, golf, hiking, dining, patios, and longer-stay comfort. Learn how to plan your winter visit.

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Scottsdale Outdoor Adventure Guide

Easy hikes near Scottsdale, sunrise hikes, beginner's guide to hiking in the Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale biking and greenbelt guide, where to stay

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Old Town Scottsdale: Shopping, Art, Dining

Old Town Scottsdale visitor guide with best shopping, art walk and galleries, where to stay near Old Town, weekend itinerary, souvenirs & local gift guide

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Scottsdale Low Impact Travel Guide

Easy activities for low impact travelers, scenic drives near Scottsdale, easy walking paths in Scottsdale, Accessible things to do in Phoenix & Scottsdale 

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Scottsdale Celebration Travel Guide

Birthday weekends, girl's trips, anniversary getaway guide, family reunion guide, how to plan a group trip, & where to stay

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Best Scottsdale patios, restaurants guide by neighborhood, where to eat after a big hike, best brunch, date night spots, and more...

Scottsdale Dining Guide

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Scottsdale wellness weekend guide, best easy desert walks, how to plan a spa and wellness trip without breaking the bank, digital detox weekend

Scottsdale Wellness Weekend Guide

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Photography & Scenic Arizona Series

Arizona is made for scenic travel.  From Scottsdale sunsets and saguaro cactus, to wildlife, wildflowers, Old Town, scenic drives, red rocks, and desert mountain views, there is always something worth capturing.

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Scottsdale Golf Trip Guide

Planning a Scottsdale golf trip? Learn when to visit, where to stay, how to plan tee times, what to pack, what to do after golf, and why iTrip Scottsdale vacation rentals are ideal for golf travelers.

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Summer Activities

Scottsdale Pool Vacation Guide

Best time of year for pool weather, Scottsdale pool vacation guide, Why vacation rentals are perfect for a sunshine escape, winter sun getaways, & more...

More iTrip Scottsdale, Experience Arizona Travel Guides and Blog Series to Come...So Stay Tuned...

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