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Destinations Utah Has Many Hidden Gems — And Here Are Some Of Them
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Utah Has Many Hidden Gems — And Here Are Some Of Them

Pristine national parks, exemplary ski resorts, and numerous natural wonders make a holiday to the landlocked state of Utah highly rewarding.

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By: Bayar Jain Published: Sep 07, 2022 04:15 PM IST

Utah Has Many Hidden Gems — And Here Are Some Of Them

Pristine national parks, exemplary ski resorts, and numerous natural wonders make a holiday to the landlocked state of Utah highly rewarding. By Bayar Jain

Utah has many gifts tucked in its kitty. Participate in stargazing tours led by rangers at any of the national parks such as the Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, or Capitol Reef National Park. Photography lovers can opt for the Enlighten Photography guided tour at Zion National Park while wildlife enthusiasts can visit Capitol Reef National Park for a guided llama trek. Take the Redrock Ballooning tour and float over natural sandstone arches at Arches National Park or gently row into the night with a sound and light show jet boat tour at Canyonlands National Park. Alternatively, enjoy a Campfire S’mores and Stars Tour in Kanab. The slot canyons here are worth a visit.

Lessons in Luxury

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A traveller admires the beauty of Capitol Reef National Park.

One can also spend time with Carol Talus (an Airbnb host) in her hogan to learn the Navajo way of life. For more luxurious adventures, there is Utah Ranch Stays. Pamper yourself with body treatments rich in Southwest Native botanicals at HozHo Spa in Bluff Dwellings Resort & Spa, relax in the blue waters of a 10,000-year-old thermal crater in the city of Midway, or hop on a helicopter to Zion National Park to practice yoga.

Where Nature Resides

28 scenic byways
Drive through 28 scenic byways.

Traverse through 28 scenic byways, and make a pitstop at Kiva Koffeehouse on Scenic Byway 12 to savour coffee and red rock views. More memorable meals can be found at Hell’s Backbone Grill, a Zagat-rated restaurant in Boulder; Viking Yurt, a six-course fine-dining experience in mid-mountain of Park City Mountain; or at Sego, located in the adventure basecamp of Kanab where regional New American cuisine awaits.

Winter Wonderland

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Utah becomes a wonderland in winter.

Come winter, and Utah transforms into a wonderland. Northern Utah entices with charming mountain towns, dog sledding, and the 2002 Winter Olympic legacy. Head to the red rock country in southern Utah for some peace and quiet. Also consider visiting Fireside Dining in Deer Valley, a day lodge that turns into a fine-dining venue during the ski season.

For Film Buffs

Nature in Utah
Utah is home to varied scenery.

With such varied scenery on offer, it comes as no surprise that film tourism is also a big crowd-puller here. Plan a trip around iconic cinema locations and get inspired by great storytelling along the way. Or align your vacation with Sundance Film Festival, one of the largest independent film festivals in the world.

Related: We Visit Camp Sarika In Utah, Where Social Distancing Comes Naturally!

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Bayar Jain

Bayar Jain

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