There’s a whole lot to love about Arizona in the summer season. It is no secret that the area is scorching hot during summer. Here, summertime signifies the death of tree branches and citrus, so little shade is available. You will soon learn why you will need a survival guide. The temperature in Arizona soars very high, making it a struggle to enjoy summer.
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If you are taking the plunge and stopping by Phoenix during summer, below are some of the best ways to beat the heat:
Amusement parks
Other than having fun at the beach, people also plan to visit amusement parks during summer. Great developers in Phoenix found out that a parent wouldn’t be interested in dragging their children in the 100-degree temperatures just to get to the snack bar. Because of this, most of the best kid-friendly disruptions and amusement parks in Phoenix are located in enormous venues that are properly air conditioned. One fantastic place is Jambo Park that boasts an 18-hole miniature golf course, indoor amusement park-style rides, and a laser tag arena.
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Jumpstreet is another well-known option to visit, which is mainly a large collaboration of indoor trampolines. You can sit down while you let the children get both mental and physical benefits; so find a comfortable seat in Jumpstreet and go with the flow.
Shopping
Your vacation isn’t complete without checking into your preferred vacation retail outlet. The good news is, Phoenix is the residence to several malls that once more let you beat the heat while shopping from different stores. The Westgate City Center is one the most favorite vacation spot, which apart from some of your preferred stores being housed here, it also boasts an annual film festival, 3,500 parking spots and live music.
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Another one-stop shopping spot is the Desert Sky Mall. Apart from the typical fare, which includes a fully-stocked food court, major department stores, and attractively unusual smaller stores, the Desert Sky Mall even features something usually ignored in most other malls in the US: a dentist’s office!
Waterparks and public pools
Ask any kid, and they will joyfully let you know the best, and fun solution to beat the heat is by zipping down a large plastic water slide or jumping into a swimming pool. Fortunately, for your loved ones, Phoenix is home to a vast amount of waterparks and public pools. The “Wet n’ Wild” is one of the largest and is usually opened throughout summer weekends. The latest addition to the park is, Wet n’ Wild junior that was built with smaller kids in mind.
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Another new fun spot is Tiny Typhoon, which slowly and safely spins children down an enormous funnel into the flowing water below. With regards to public pools, you can ask your relatives and friends living in Phoenix regarding the city’s ideal watering holes. If you are fortunate, your relative may even own a backyard pool for you to have fun away from the congested areas.
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If you are touring Phoenix during summertime, it is important to ensure the safety of you family. This means putting on sunscreen always, drinking plenty of water and also not to touch any object that may be hot.
