Category: Utah

And the US wonders why it has an obesity problem...

And the US wonders why it has an obesity problem...

By on Jun 10, 2009 in Food and Drink, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah
A new follower of A Luxury Travel Blog on Twitter caught my eye this morning. Mangia  (Twitter account, @Mangia_Inc) is an online service where you can order food from your stadium seat  by cell phone and have it brought straight to you.   Sheeesh… and they wonder why they have an obesity problem in the
Sundance Resort, Utah

Sundance Resort, Utah

By on Nov 12, 2008 in Accommodation, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah
Rocky Mountain highs are the speciality at Sundance Resort, a true retreat and revitalisation centre. Activities complement each season, from skiing and snowboarding in the winter, to fishing, hiking, biking and scenic lift rides in summer. The spa is open year-round, and yoga classes and art lessons are on the menu  – as well as
Utah's first 5-star: Stein Eriksen Lodge

Utah's first 5-star: Stein Eriksen Lodge

By on Jan 30, 2008 in Accommodation, Books, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, USA, Utah
The first 5 star hotel to grace the state of Utah is officially Stein Eriksen Lodge. The news came this week with the publiation of the latest Mobil Travel Guide.   It is just one of 41 accommodation establishments across USA and Canada to achieve the top accolade. Stein Eriksen Lodge’s setting within a Rocky
Top 10 resorts for crowd-free skiing

Top 10 resorts for crowd-free skiing

By on Nov 12, 2007 in Argentina, Austria, Canada, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Montana, North America, Regions, Russia, South America, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah, Western Europe, Worldwide, Wyoming
Want to go on a skiing holiday but avoid the hordes of people with similar intentions? Then The Guardian has just the article for you. They identify the following locations as the best places to take to the slopes  if you want to avoid the crowds: Alta, Utah, USA Big Sky, Montana, USA Cortina, Italy
The Lusso Collection passes 100 member milestone

The Lusso Collection passes 100 member milestone

By on Oct 24, 2007 in Accommodation, Bahamas, California, Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, New York, North America, Real Estate, Regions, South Carolina, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah, Vacation Rentals
The Lusso Collection – an exclusive destination club that began in June last year and provides members unlimited access to a collection of multi-million dollar residences in the world’s most sought-after vacation destinations – has announced that it has signed more than 100 members since its official launch. Destinations covered include Hawaii, Cabo San Lucas
Sunny days return to Red Mountain Spa in St. George, Utah

Sunny days return to Red Mountain Spa in St. George, Utah

By on Mar 31, 2007 in Accommodation, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah
Sunny days have returned, welcoming the anticipation of Spring, starry-nights, scintillating escapes and another swimsuit season. As one of the premier destination wellness spas in the Southwest USA, Red Mountain Spa boasts unparalleled adventure activities and a wide range of beauty health spa treatments at Sagestone spa and salon; all offerings are highlighted by inspiring
"Run from Reality" adventure packages with Preferred Boutique

"Run from Reality" adventure packages with Preferred Boutique

By on Mar 29, 2007 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, California, Colorado, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah, Wyoming
Preferred Boutique, an exclusive portfolio of more than 80 member properties, is inviting travellers to live on the wild side with its new “Run from Reality” adventure travel package. The package highlights seven properties from Preferred Boutique’s adventure category – Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort, The Pines Lodge, Snake River Lodge & Spa, Elk Mountain

Utah - Life Elevated

By on Mar 24, 2007 in North America, Regions, USA, Utah
An interesting and inspiring promotional video from the Utah Office of Tourism.
Red Rock Adventure spa package

Red Rock Adventure spa package

By on Mar 22, 2007 in Accommodation, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah
The Red Mountain Spa resort is currently  offering The Red Rock Adventure spa package, catering to the extreme adventurer or those in need of a little rest and relaxation. This package allows guests to reconnect with nature’s finest surroundings while being luxuriously pampered at the same time. Prices start at $1,210 per person per stay,
Bring the family and celebrate WinterFest in Park City, Utah

Bring the family and celebrate WinterFest in Park City, Utah

By on Jan 21, 2007 in Accommodation, Events, North America, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah
ResortQuest Park City is offering a free night for guests attending WinterFest. The event runs from the  2nd to 11th February  2007  and will be packed with  fun-filled events, live music, fireworks, moonlight snowshoeing and cross-country skiing tours, and a 3-day ice sculpture contest at each of the Park City resorts  – Deer Valley Resort,
Frommer's Top Travel Destinations for 2007

Frommer's Top Travel Destinations for 2007

By on Dec 30, 2006 in Africa, Asia, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, Eastern Europe, Ethiopia, Europe, Japan, Maine, Minnesota, North America, North Carolina, Oregon, Panama, Poland, Regions, Switzerland, USA, Utah, Western Europe
The editors at Frommer’s Travel Guides and Frommers.com have come up with a list of 12 emerging destinations that they recommend we visit in 2007.   Making the shortlist of places not to be missed are: Krakow, Poland Tokyo, Japan Minneapolis, Minnesota Panama Asheville, North Carolina Ethiopia Portland, Oregon Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands Okanagan
Kimpton Hotels Winter Special

Kimpton Hotels Winter Special

By on Nov 21, 2006 in Accommodation, Arizona, California, Canada, Colorado, Hotels, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, North America, Oregon, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Texas, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC
Enjoy 15% off the Best Available Rate from now through to 24th  February 2007, with select Kimpton Hotels.  Participating hotels are in Alexandria, Boston, Cambridge, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, New York, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Scottsdale, Seattle,  Silicon Valley, Vancouver  and Washington DC.
Super Spas 2006

Super Spas 2006

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, California, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Ireland, Massachusetts, New York, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Western Europe, Worldwide
Interested in a seaweed wrap or a caviar facial? Forbes has run an article on the special spas for 2006.   Getting a much-deserved mention are: Monart Luxury Destination Spa, Enniscorthy, Ireland Red Mountain Spa, St. George, UT Chiva Som, Hua Hin, Thailand Canyon Ranch, Tucson, AZ and Lenox, MA Cornelia Day Resort, New York
Deer Valley Resort, Park City, Utah

Deer Valley Resort, Park City, Utah

By on Jan 15, 2006 in Accommodation, Magazines, North America, Regions, Resorts, Travel Equipment, USA, Utah
Celebrating 25 years of operation this winter season, Deer Valley Resort has become known for revolutionizing ski area service and has being named the number one ski resort in North America by the readers of SKI magazine. You can visit their website for the latest conditions and to view their mountain cam.