By Ron Georg – Visitors can be forgiven for overlooking the La Sals, even as the towering peaks loom over so many Moab experiences, providing a snow-capped backdrop for iconic images of the Slickrock Trail or Delicate Arch. After all, from down in the desert they’re almost like a mirage, hanging over the canyons and [...]
Heading south is always on the top of my mind as the winter snow begins to melt and the morning air changes from crisp and chilly to soft and warm bringing with it the promise of spring. This season my travels began in Logan, the northern most tip of Utah, for an annual tourism conference [...]
How about both! Utah has several luxury lodges and resorts that offer all the amenities of any world-class property anywhere. And many of those amenities are high adventure outdoor recreation. Northern Utah The Hyatt Escala Lodge, a AAA Four Diamond resort, is an all-season luxury property located within the mountainside village of the Canyons Resort at Park [...]
By Lori Lee – I set a goal this year: Three family vacations with my sons, ages 14 and 10. No more whining, complaining, unappreciated get-a-ways. No, these were going to be filled with the bonding that was meant to happen on the much heralded and often overrated family vacation. These were going to be [...]
By Stephanie Potempa – Utah may be known for having the greatest snow on earth, but summers are one of the state’s best kept secrets, especially in Northern Utah, where long, sunny days with zero humidity and cool, star-filled nights are the norm. Whether you’re into casting flies or drifting lazily in a tube; a [...]
By Señor Rojo – It all began in the parking lot outside Rice Eccles Stadium. Señor Rojo was preparing for our tailgate party prior to the University of Utah football game that afternoon. Propane stoves were set up, tables and chairs placed and the coolers well stocked with adult beverages. The only thing left to do [...]
By Mark Wilson – Begin by heading south off Interstate 80 on US Hwy 40 towards Heber. After a few miles, head east to Kamas on Hwy 248 and then south to Hwy 35. The goal is to climb over the western shoulder of the Uinta Mountains and enter the Uinta Basin like the mountain [...]
Red Fleet and Steinaker State Parks are two reservoirs located just north of Vernal, in Utah’s northeastern corner. Both offer great adventuring opportunities on the water and on shore. We selected these parks to be the perfect place to introduce Kya, our three year old daughter, to the great outdoors for a weekend of camping, [...]
Wow, the last five years have just flown by – life just seems to get away from you at times; busy with the family, kids, work, friends….etc. My husband and I were celebrating our fifth year anniversary last fall and trying to figure out what to do, where to go and who would take care [...]
(sugar and spice and everything nice) By Red Oelerich Well, yes. Five year old Maggie and her six year old cousin Ruthie fit the bill. But more than sugar and spice, both are full of spit and vinegar when it comes to having a southern Utah adventure with grandparents Namie and Pops. What an odyssey! [...]