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Salt Lake: Best of the Best
May 21, 2012
When it comes to rankings and ratings, Salt Lake tops the list in a number of categories, from quality of life to accessibility, business growth to outdoor recreation...and a whole lot more. For the complete list of how Salt Lake stacks up, click continue reading...

Snowbird Receives Approval to Install Mountian Coaster
May 21, 2012
UtahBusiness.com -- The Salt Lake County Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve Snowbird’s proposed new location for a mountain coaster. The commission’s approval is contingent on more detailed site plans and meeting various governmental agency criteria, all of which Snowbird has addressed throughout the planning process. continue reading...

Hilton Salt Lake City Center Embarks on a $10 Million Enhancement Project
May 03, 2012
Hilton Salt Lake City Center today announced plans for a multi-million dollar guest room enhancement project. The downtown convention hotel will modernize its 479 guest rooms and 20 suites with new furnishings and fixtures. The corridors on all guest floors will also be updated with new carpeting and wall coverings. The renovation is part of a three-year, $3 billion plan of significant property renovations currently underway across the global portfolio of Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide. continue reading...

Snowbird Voted Best Resort by OnTheSnow.com
April 30, 2012
UtahBusiness.com -- OnTheSnow.com, one of the most visited snowsports websites in the world, announced that Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort was voted the Best Overall Resort in North America by readers of the website as part of its Visitors’ Choice Awards. Snowbird also won the Best Terrain in the Rockies award. continue reading...

From U.S. Travel: GSA Hearings Reveal Possible Challenges for Travel Industry
April 18, 2012
U.S. Travel Association, Roger Dow -- U.S. Travel will continue to engage Congressional leaders on the value of meetings, conferences, and government travel, and reinforce that instances of excessive spending on travel are the result of poor decision-making and a failure to follow federal travel regulations. continue reading...

"New Business Openings in Downtown: Word on the Street" from the Downtown Alliance
April 17, 2012
Here is an update of the many changes taking place in the restaurant and retail scene in Downtown SLC from the Downtown Alliance of Salt Lake City. continue reading...

Salt Lake Best Western rebrands as Magnuson Hotel Salt Lake- Midvale
March 13, 2012
Salt Lake-Midvale, UT- Magnuson Hotels, the world’s largest independent hotel group, has announced the complete rebranding of a Salt Lake City Best Western as the Magnuson Hotel Salt Lake- Midvale. This 91-room Best Western of 23 years sought to elevate its local, regional and national market exposure with the Magnuson Hotels brand designation. continue reading...

High West Nominated For James Beard Foundation Honor
March 02, 2012
High West Distillery and Saloon, Utah's first legal distillery since 1870, was nominated by the James Beard Foundation as a semifinalist in the "Outstanding Bar Program" category in February 2012. High West was one of only 24 bars nationwide and the only Utah establishment to be nominated for the award. continue reading...

Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Completes Renovation
February 21, 2012
The Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown announced the completion of a comprehensive renovation to upgrade the hotel’s interiors and the hotel is one of the first to showcase the brand’s new ‘Urban’ guest room design. Also renovated is a new, modern-style lobby. Guests will love the bold and bright atmosphere with clean, straight-line architecture. continue reading...

Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Tribute Event with Stars on Ice
February 14, 2012
Downtown Salt Lake City will once again have an Olympic-themed event that you will NOT want to miss! On Saturday, February 18th, 7:00pm at Energy Solutions Arena a Salt Lake 2002 Tribute Event will take you back in time to the magical moments of 2002 with terrific performances and appearances from numerous Olympians and key leaders of Utah's Olympic efforts! continue reading...

Relive the Magic at Salt Lake City's 10th Anniversary Olympic Celebration!
February 02, 2012
Relive the magic at Salt Lake City's 10th Anniversary Olympic Celebration at the Gallivan Center on Saturday, February 11, 2012! Activities include pin trading, live entertainment with special guest DJ Relm and the Opening Ceremony's "Children of Light," athlete appearances, food trucks, fun and fireworks! continue reading...

Architectural Firm and Commercial Contractor Selected For Aquarium
January 23, 2012
The Living Planet Aquarium board of trustees selected Beecher Walker Architects and Layton Construction for the development, design and construction of the new Living Planet Aquarium, to be built in Draper City. The Living Planet Aquarium solicited statements of interest and qualifications from top design teams and commercial contractors recognized for strong experience to develop a complete design and structure for the 130,000-square-foot building off Interstate 15 near 12300 South which will be the permanent home for the popular non-profit attraction. continue reading...

GoPro X-Dance Action Sports Film Festival Hits Salt Lake City January 12-15
December 22, 2011
Sundance, Utah (December 22, 2011) -- This January, the best action sports filmmakers, iconic athletes, and culture enthusiasts descend upon Salt Lake City for the 12th annual GoPro X-Dance Action Sports Film Festival. This year’s event runs January 12-15, 2012, with screening and party headquarters at The Depot (13 North 4th West; 801-456-2800 www.depotslc.com). X-Dance has established itself as the premier action sports film festival in the world. Filmmakers and athletes from around the globe make the pilgrimage to Utah as representatives of this cutting-edge cinema. X-Dance has become the platform to showcase talent and continues to elevate the action sports culture in this annual celebration of the best of the best. continue reading...

SNOWBIRD CELEBRATES 40TH ANNIVERSARY
December 12, 2011
SNOWBIRD, UT – Forty years of Snowbird history are being celebrated this month with a Birthday Bash and Snowbird’s annual Summit Gala. “Snowbird has become an iconic Utah destination, and we are delighted to celebrate 40 years of pristine powder skiing, Tram rides and family vacations,” said Bob Bonar, President of Snowbird and one of six Snowbird employees recently recognized for 40 years of Snowbird service. continue reading...

UTA Ski Service to Begin This Weekend
December 07, 2011
Utah Transit Authority will begin its seasonal ski service on Sunday, Dec. 11. Ski buses will provide daily service to resorts in Big and Little Cottonwood canyons, including Alta, Brighton, Snowbird and Solitude. UTA will also begin service to Sundance Ski Resort in Utah County on Friday, Dec. 9. continue reading...

“Break the ice” at the new Gallivan Center Ice Rink
November 23, 2011
The newly renovated ice rink at the Gallivan Center is 50 percent larger than the old rink and is a quite a bit flashier due to a new light system that changes the ice different colors while skating, concession area with fresh baked food and more. continue reading...

Aerie Remodel Brings New Dining Experience to Snowbird
November 09, 2011
SNOWBIRD, UTAH – Thanks to the combination of a complete remodel of the floor space, a new chef and a new manager, guests of the Aerie Restaurant, Lounge and Sushi Bar can expect an entirely new dining experience on the 10th floor of The Cliff Lodge at Snowbird. continue reading...

Larry H. Miller TOUR OF UTAH Salt Lake City Stage Four- August 13, 2011
August 01, 2011
Larry H. Miller TOUR OF UTAH Salt Lake City Stage Four, presented by University of Utah Health Care, Circuit Race –August 13, 2011. Reservoir Park Community Viewing Festival and Other Recommended Spectator Sites continue reading...

Solitude Mountain Resorts presents Alphorn Fest 2011
July 21, 2011
Salzburgerer Echo and Solitude Mountain Resorts are proud to host the Fourth Annual North American Alphorn Retreat, August 11th - 14th, 2011. A celebration of the Alphorn in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Utah. Instruction, group performance and camaraderie for all ages and levels. continue reading...

USANA Health Sciences Hosts 8th Annual Children’s Hunger Run/Walk
July 14, 2011
On August, 27, 2011, USANA will host their eighth annual CHF Children’s Hunger Run/Walk: Stop Hunger in its Tracks at EnergySolutions Arena in Salt Lake City, UT. This 5K run/walk in connection with USANA’s annual International Convention, helps raise funds for Children’s Hunger Fund (CHF). continue reading...

WASATCH & SQUATTERS INCREASE AWARD LIST
June 15, 2011
Salt Lake City – (June 6, 2011) – Wasatchs seasonal beer, Summerbrau, won another gold medal at the 17th Annual North American Beer Festival in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Brew partner Squatters Beers won a silver medal for their Wit Bier in the Belgian Wit category, and was also awarded a silver medal for their Belgian style sour beer called 529 in the Flanders Brown Ale category. continue reading...

Five Star-Studded ProTeams in Final Field of 16 Teams for 2011 Tour of Utah
May 31, 2011
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (May 31, 2011) – The 2011 edition of the Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah professional cycling stage race will now feature a total of five UCI ProTeams, and a total field of 16 teams from around the globe. Four international squads, including Liquigas-Cannondale and Garmin-Cervélo, and five domestic teams were added this week by race organizers. Taking place August 9-14 using six different Host Venues across northern Utah, “America’s Toughest Stage RaceTM” will be the first UCI 2.1-rated stage race for ProTeams in the U.S. following the Tour de France. continue reading...

New Concession Program Announced by Salt Lake City International Airport
May 24, 2011
Salt Lake City International Airport officials announced plans for a revitalized concessions program at the nation’s 25th busiest airport. Through a competitive solicitation process, vendors proposed products or services in bundled packages of retail spaces. The approach was designed to give concessionaires optimal exposure, better serve airport customers and bring in new concepts with both retail and food and beverage offerings. continue reading...

‘Animal Superheroes!’ Exhibit Scheduled To Open At The Living Planet Aquarium
March 24, 2011
Sandy, UT (March 24, 2011) -- After months of anticipation, excitement and exhibit building, the ‘Animal Superheroes!’ exhibit opens Friday, April 1, 2011 at The Living Planet Aquarium in Sandy, Utah. Environmental forces have motivated animals to creatively adapt in nature. From camouflage to agility to acute senses, some animals have managed to defy death, defeat predators, and rule their environment. continue reading...

Salt Lake Art Center and 337 Project Present Lawn Gnomes Eat Your Heart Out
March 16, 2011
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Salt Lake Art Center and 337 Project are pleased to announce the Lawn Gnomes Eat Your Hearts Out lawn sculpture competition. This juried competition gives the unsung heroes of Salt Lake City's public art world a chance to be recogniz . . . continue reading...

Tracy Aviary Project Receives Gold LEED Certification
February 14, 2011
Tracy Aviary's Wilson Pavilion Project, constructed by Sahara Inc., received a Gold LEED certification from the USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council). continue reading...

SECRETARY LAHOOD TO PRESENT TIGER II AWARD TO SALT LAKE CITY
October 26, 2010
Salt Lake City -- U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood, South Salt Lake Mayor Cherie Wood, Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker, and the Utah Transit Authority will hold an event on the Sugar House Streetcar project on Wednesday, October 27 at 2:30 p.m. MDT. Last week, the U.S. Department of Transportation awarded the Utah Transit Authority $26 million for the Sugar House Streetcar project through the Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) II program. The project will include a two-mile, modern streetcar line between an urban arterial route, 2100 South, and Interstate 80. continue reading...

Honeymoon -- A romance between abstraction and representation
October 19, 2010
Salt Lake City, Utah – Salt Lake Art Center presents Honeymoon, a harmonious marriage of opposites featuring paintings by newlyweds Kristin Calabrese and Joshua Aster, two internationally recognized, Los Angeles-based contemporary artists. Honeymoon will run November 5, 2010 through January 15, 2011, at Salt Lake Art Center. Public programming includes an hour-long artist lecture by Calabrese and Aster on November 5 at 7:00 PM. continue reading...

Making the Case For the Mountain Bike Shuttle
September 01, 2010
Salt Lake, Utah -- Since July 2nd, Wasatch Crest Shuttle’s mountain bike shuttle has served over 500 passengers riding the Wasatch Crest Trail. The trail is a 22+ mile ride/hike from Guardsman Pass at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon back down through Mill Creek Canyon. The actual route is a combination of Wasatch Crest Trail, Great Western Trail, and Big Water Trails. For one to complete this route, a two-car shuttle was required before Wasatch Crest Shuttle’s mountain bike shuttle from 3900 South Wasatch Boulevard to Guardsman Pass. continue reading...

Bambara Receives 2010 Restaurant Neighbor Award from National Restaurant Assoc.
August 18, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY August 18, 2010 – Bambara restaurant in downtown Salt Lake City has been awarded a Restaurant Neighbor award from the National Restaurant Association. Bambara was chosen as the Utah state winner and was honored for its outstanding community involvement and innovative community programs. The award celebrates the philanthropic spirit of the restaurant industry and serves to inspire others to actively get involved in their communities. continue reading...

USANA’s 2010 Children’s Hunger Run to “Stop Hunger in its Tracks"
July 20, 2010
Saturday August 28, 2010 marks USANA’s 7th annual CHF Children’s Hunger Run: “Stop Hunger in its Tracks.” This 5K run/walk, in connection with USANA’s yearly International Convention, helps raise funds for Children’s Hunger Fund (CHF), an organization committed to easing the suffering of children throughout the world. continue reading...

Salt Lake City Named “Top Arts Destination” by National Publication
July 14, 2010
For the fifth time in as many years, AmericanStyle magazine has named Salt Lake City as a “Top 25 Arts Destination” in the mid-sized city category. Based on an annual poll, cities across the country vie for this designation, as it reflects an active creative industry, a high level quality of life and a valued travel destination. continue reading...

SLC Mayor Announces Plan for Most Comprehensive Sustainability Code in the Country
July 14, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY – Mayor Ralph Becker formally announced Salt Lake City’s effort to adopt the most comprehensive sustainability ordinances in the country. When fully adopted, the new comprehensive sustainability ordinance will be the first of its kind in the country. continue reading...

Zion Announces New Road Reconstruction Schedule
June 23, 2010
Zion Park, Utah - A new work schedule for the reconstruction of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway within Zion National Park will only have nighttime road closures, occurring from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Previous schedules have all included daytime closures. Weekends and holidays will remain open 24 hours a day. Although the new schedule creates some additional challenges for the project, it should mitigate frustration for travelers, help park operations, and ease economic impacts to the surrounding communities. continue reading...

'E Center' no more as West Valley sells naming rights
June 11, 2010
WEST VALLEY CITY - Centennial Management Group, along with West Valley City, announced Tuesday a new partnership and naming rights for the building formerly known as the E Center, one of Utah's premier entertainment venues and home to the Utah Grizzlies ECHL hockey team and Utah Blaze Arena Football League football team. In an agreement with Maverik, the region's leading convenience and gas retailer headquartered in Utah, the arena will be renamed Maverik Center. continue reading...

The Living Planet Aquarium Celebrates 6th Anniversary
June 02, 2010
Saturday, June 5, The Living Planet Aquarium will celebrate 6 years of providing many landlocked Utahans, particularly children, an exclusive educational experience never before available in Utah. continue reading...

Utah's Brewpubs Win Gold Medals
May 25, 2010
Two of Utah's standout local breweries, Salt Lake City's Squatters and Park City's Wasatch, both received gold medals recently at the 2010 World Beer Cup in Chicago. This not only highlights the impressive achievements and growth of Salt Lake's brew pubs, it's a welcome reminder of last year's sweeping reforms of Utah's archaic liquor laws, which included the elimination of the state's private club system. continue reading...

Snowbird Hosts Free Mountain Music Festival
May 10, 2010
SNOWBIRD, UTAH – The Snowbird Renaissance Center (SRC), in association with the Intermountain Acoustic Music Association (IAMA), is proud to present the Mountain Music Festival, July 9-11. The three-day event at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort will feature free headlining concerts as well as musical events for the entire family (fee required). continue reading...

Twilight Series Concert Lineup Announced
April 29, 2010
In what the Salt Lake City Arts Council's Casey Jarman termed "a closely guarded but very poorly kept secret," Pioneer Park was named the new home of the Twilight Concert Series for at least the summer of 2010. Six of the eight shows were announced Thursday morning as well. continue reading...

2010 Olympic Stars to Perform at The E Center
April 22, 2010
On the heels of a historic and breathtaking 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, the Smucker’s Stars on Ice Tour is proud to bring the inspiring skating stars and their medal-winning style to thousands of fans across the nation. Freshly crowned 2010 Olympic medalists are joining America’s premier figure skating production, and this year’s Tour is visiting Salt Lake's E Center on Wednesday, May 26th. continue reading...

World Beer Cup Gold for Squatters and Wasatch Beers
April 13, 2010
Local Salt Lake breweries, Wasatch and Squatters, received gold medals at the 2010 World Beer Cup this past weekend in Chicago. Wasatch’s drink-ably smooth Polygamy Porter medaled in the Session Beer Category, one of the fastest growing categories at the competition with 28 entries. Squatters' Black Forest Schwarzbier medaled in the German-Style Schwarzbier Category against an imposing 38 entries. continue reading...

The Dino Show at UMNH!
April 06, 2010
The Utah Museum of Natural History Paleontology and Gallery Programs' teams have paired up to present a new museum theater piece, The Dino Show: Live from Laramidia. Each live performance takes you back 75 million years ago to experience what it would be like to get face-to-face with a young dinosaur, so get ready for horns, frills and roars as you join in The Dino Show! continue reading...

Four-and-a-half feet of snow in the last week at Snowbird, 30-40" forecasted
April 05, 2010
April showers have resulted in ample powder at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, which has received four-and-a-half feet in the last week, pushing the season total to 440 inches with a mid-mountain base depth of 127 inches. With an additional 30-40 inches forecasted in the coming days, the mountain is in mid-winter form and skiers are raving about the spring storms. continue reading...

Snowbird’s Aerie Sushi Bar Named One of SKI Magazine’s Top 10
March 31, 2010
The Aerie Sushi Bar at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort has been named one of the "10 Best Ski-Town Sushi Restaurants" by SKI Magazine. Restaurants were selected from ski areas throughout the United States and Canada and listed on http://www.skinet.com/. continue reading...

Gardner Village Celebrates 30 Years
March 30, 2010
Gardner Village, a historic retail shopping area in West Jordan, is celebrating its 30th year of business in May 2010. Gardner Village’s legacy began more than 125 years ago when Archibald Gardner, a Utah Pioneer from Scotland, built a flour mill at the request of Mormon leader Brigham Young. Gardner was among the first settlers of the Salt Lake Valley in 1847. continue reading...

Olympians, NFL Players Join Steve Young at Snowbird on Saturday, March 27
March 22, 2010
Snowbird, Utah – The 24th Annual Steve Young Ski Classic brings an impressive group of NFL players and Olympians to Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort Saturday, March 27, to ski, snowboard and raise money for the Wasatch Adaptive Sports Program. Former San Francisco 49er and NFL Hall of Famer Steve Young headlines a group of NFL players, Olympians and Paralympians who will be skiing and racing against Wasatch Adaptive Sports participants. continue reading...

THE ART OF RECYCLING: ”Paint Our Cans” At USANA Amphitheatre
March 17, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY – In an effort to raise sustainability awareness, USANA Amphitheatre wants you to 'Paint Our Cans' for a chance to win two reserved tickets to every concert we have this summer. 'Paint Our Cans' is part of USANA Amphitheatre’s green initiative efforts to increase sustainability awareness while inspiring creativity through artistic expression. continue reading...

The League of American Bicyclists Announces Winter 2010 Bicycle Friendly Businesses
March 09, 2010
Washington, D.C. - March 9, 2010 - The League of American Bicyclists announced 51 new Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award winners at the 10th Anniversary National Bike Summit in Washington, D.C., March 9, including Salt Lake. "The League is especially excited to recognize the 2010 winter BFB winners at the 10th Anniversary National Bike Summit," said Andy Clarke. "The BFB program, along with the Summit, marks the progress the bike movement and business world has made to make bicycling a viable form of transportation and an integral element to happy, healthy and productive employees." continue reading...

Penguins Arrive at The Living Planet Aquarium
March 02, 2010
Sandy, UT (March 2010) --- After months of anticipation, weeks of excitement, days of exhibit building and lots of swimming (by the penguins of course!), The Penguin Encounter opens Friday, March 26, 2010 at The Living Planet Aquarium in Sandy, Utah. continue reading...

Bambara Earns Top Awards in Salt Lake Magazine's 2010 Dining Awards
February 24, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY, February 24, 2010 - Executive Chef Nathan Powers and Bambara restaurant have received top awards from Salt Lake Magazine at the annual Dining Awards ceremony held February 23 at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. The magazine named Executive Chef Nathan Powers Salt Lake City's "Best Chef" and Bambara the "Best SLC Restaurant." continue reading...

Snowbird Receives 7 Feet in Seven Days
January 25, 2010
Snowbird, Utah - Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort received 7 feet of snow over the last week thanks to a succession of powerful storms. Snowbird's year to date snow totals started at 141 inches on Jan. 18 and increased steadily throughout the week, totaling 225 inches by the afternoon of Jan. 25. continue reading...

LUGANO'S TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY ITALIAN DINNER SERIES KICKS OFF
January 04, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY, January 2010 – Over the past ten years, Lugano’s owner and chef Greg Neville’s attention to regional, rustic Italian fare focused on local, sustainable, organic and imported Italian ingredients has led to numerous awards, media highlights and more importantly, a loyal clientele. Neville’s hands-on style is seen regularly as he greets guests, oversees food preparation and personally delivers meals. His deep love for Italy reflects in his seasonal menu and hand selected wines, many from vineyards he personally knows. continue reading...

ZIONS BANK BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA - UTAH 2009-2010 SEASON LINE-UP
January 04, 2010
Dedicated to bringing the finest national tours to Salt Lake City, Zions Bank Broadway Across America – Utah announces their 2009-2010 line-up featuring Disney’s The Lion King, Legally Blonde, Avenue Q and The Wedding Singer. Season Ticket Packages include four shows and range from $156.50 to $351.50 depending on performance. continue reading...

First Night Expands into EVE - a new three-day celebration of the New Year
December 21, 2009
After a successful sixteen year run, First Night, Salt Lake City's traditional New Year's Eve event is more than tripling in size and scope to become a three-day celebration called EVE. On Dec. 29, 30 and 31, tens of thousands of people will gather for celebrations in streets, squares, plazas, theaters and performing arts venues throughout Utah's capital city. continue reading...

Aquarium Unveils "Seahorse Symphony"
December 09, 2009
Sandy, UT (December 9, 2009) --- Seahorses have been celebrated in art, literature and mythology for centuries, so you'd think we know a lot about them. In "Seahorse Symphony," the Living Planet Aquarium's newly expanded exhibition, you'll discover that nothing could be further from the truth. Beginning December 19, 3 species of seahorses and 4 species of pipefish will beckon visitors into the elusive world of these charismatic creatures. Seahorse Symphony highlights the varied habitats in which seahorses and their relatives live, and shares the unique ways in which these fascinating creatures procreate. continue reading...

First Night expands into EVE—a new three-day celebration of the New Year
December 08, 2009
Salt Lake City – After a successful 16 year run, First Night, Salt Lake City’s traditional New Year’s Eve event, is more than tripling in size and scope to become a three-day celebration called EVE. On Dec. 29, 30 and 31, tens of thousands of people will gather for celebrations in streets, squares, plazas, theaters and performing arts venues throughout Utah’s capital city. continue reading...

Little America Hotel Opens Renovated, Expanded Meeting Space
November 11, 2009
After six months of massive reconstruction, the Little America Hotel has unveiled its newly renovated world-class meeting space. The expansive remodel includes the addition of three large meeting rooms, adding 4,081 sq ft to the property’s event space, which now totals 25,613 sq ft. continue reading...

Solitude Opens Early!
October 29, 2009
Solitude is welcoming the winter season ahead of schedule! Snowmaking began as early as the first week of October and Mother Nature has been especially cooperative – thus allowing Solitude to move up Opening Day by one week to Friday, November 6, 2009. continue reading...

Grand America Hotel names Phillip Yates as Executive Head Chef
September 15, 2009
Salt Lake City, UT—September 2009—The Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City announced the appointment of Executive Head Chef Phillip Yates. Yates joined the Grand America Hotel’s team of world-renowned chefs in 2007. Since then he has been delighting hotel guests with his distinctive, multi-regional cuisine. continue reading...

Squatters Releases HUGE New Beer for 20th Annibrewsary
September 01, 2009
September 1st Salt Lake Brewing Co. aka Squatters Pubs and Beers will raise a pint and toast to 20 years in the pub business. To celebrate, they are not only throwing a staggeringly long birthday bash at the pubs; they are releasing a huge new beer: HOP RISING. continue reading...

Delta launches new product for meetings and conventions
August 17, 2009
Delta Air Lines today launched the Delta Meeting Network®, a product especially designed for corporate, association and incentive customers traveling to a meeting, conference or convention at any of the 376 destinations Delta serves worldwide. To celebrate the launch of the Delta Meeting Network, the airline is offering an introductory promotion of one free ticket for every 20 flown tickets for new contracts signed by September 30, 2009. Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply. Details are included below. continue reading...

Tony Caputo’s Market & Deli wins 2009 sofi™ Gold Award for Outstanding Retailer
July 31, 2009
SALT LAKE CITY (July, 2009) – Tony Caputo’s Market & Deli (Caputo’s) was been named Outstanding Retailer of 2009 in the 37th annual sofi™ Awards from the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade (NASFT), Inc. The sofi Awards recognize excellence in specialty food. In June 2009 Gourmet News Magazine said, “the sofi awards are considered the highest honor in the $60 billion U.S. specialty food industry. “Sofi” stands for Specialty Outstanding Food Innovation. continue reading...

Solitude Adds A New Quad Lift -- Powderhorn II
July 20, 2009
Solitude Mountain Resort has begun installation on Powderhorn II, $1.5 million improvement to lift infrastructure. A replacement of the original Powderhorn double, a holdover from its mid-70s installation – albeit with an improved lift line - comes on the heels of last winter’s $7 million investment in two, new high-speed detachable lifts. continue reading...

Business is Blooming: New Establishments Help Downtown Continue to Thrive
March 30, 2009
In addition to new downtown dining options like Bruges Waffles and Frites, Eva Mediterranean Tapas, J Wong’s Asian Bistro, and the Olive Bistro, businesses are opening in downtown Salt Lake at a record pace! continue reading...

Utah's Private Clubs A Thing of the Past - Sweeping Liquor Law Changes Embraced by Salt Lake CVB
March 20, 2009
Following decades of baffling visitors with its quirky liquor laws, Utah legislators recently passed sweeping changes to the state's oft-criticized liquor laws, including the elimination of the state's private club system, a move that will simply add to Utah's ever-growing attributes as a world-class convention and tourism destination. continue reading...

Squatters Unveils New Limited Edition Beer -- Hell's Keep
March 17, 2009
The Devil's private stash -- about to be opened, shared and enjoyed by Utah's beer loving sinners! continue reading...

Log Haven Inducted into Salt Lake Magazine’s 2009 Dining Awards “Dining Hall of Fame”
February 27, 2009
At Salt Lake Magazine's recent 2009 Dining Awards, Log Haven was a recipient of the magazine’s highest award: induction into their “Dining Hall of Fame.” continue reading...

New Yorker Chef Will Pliler Honored Again by Salt Lake Magazine
February 26, 2009
In 2006, New Yorker Chef Will Pliler was named Chef of the Year by Salt Lake Magazine. On Tuesday, February 17, the magazine presented Pliler with another award - their prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. continue reading...

Hyatt Summerfield Suites Debuts First Newly Designed Property in Sandy, Utah
February 03, 2009
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and Sequoia Development announced the opening of Hyatt Summerfield Suites Salt Lake City/Sandy, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Utah. The hotel is also the first-ever Hyatt Summerfield Suites to offer newly designed guest suites and public space, which allows travelers a new way to experience the comforts of home, the convenience of a neighborhood and the feel of a community. continue reading...

Ski Utah Trumps Colorado Ski Country
January 05, 2009
The ski industry has undergone a subtle shift in the last 5-7 years. Certain regions and/or states have always banded together to market their areas as a whole, typically by way of a central nonprofit organization whose charter is to grow business for all involved. The most visible entities now are Ski Utah and Colorado Ski Country (which Vail just quit last spring). ... continue reading...

SLC International Receives Awards
January 05, 2009
In addition to Salt Lake City International Airport ranking the eighth-best U.S. airport in Conde Nast Traveler magazine's Business Travel Awards, its Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) was recently awarded... continue reading...

Grand America Receives Five Diamond Award
December 15, 2008
AAA Utah announced that Salt Lake's Grand America Hotel has, for the fifth time, earned AAA's prestigious Five Diamond Award, the travel authority's highest rating for hotels and restaurants... continue reading...

Utah Welcomes New Delta Flight: Tokyo to Salt Lake
November 13, 2008
As expected following the recent Delta-Northwest merger, Delta Air Lines announced on November 12 a new, non-stop flight from Salt Lake to Tokyo, Japan, set to commence Summer 2009. This announcement adds to Salt Lake's ever-growing international access following the commencement of Delta's Salt Lake-Paris flight last June. continue reading...

Delta-Northwest Merger to Benefit Salt Lake Travelers
November 12, 2008
The recent merger of Delta Air Lines, whose second largest hub is Salt Lake, and Northwest Airlines creates a premier global airline with service to nearly all of the world’s major travel markets. The new airline, called Delta, is committed to delivering excellent service to customers in 66 countries and more than 375 worldwide cities – more than any other airline, adding yet greater access to the “Crossroads of the West,” Salt Lake City. continue reading...

Alta/Snowbird #1
November 03, 2008
The November 2008 issue of Outside Magazine reveals what skiers all over the world have known for years: Alta/Snowbird is the top skiing destination in North America. Outside Magazine’s editorial staff and readership each named Alta/Snowbird the top resort... continue reading...

City Creek Center
November 03, 2008
Across from the Salt Palace Convention Center is the City Creek Development, the cornerstone of the Downtown Rising plan, to date. City Creek is a $1.5 billion sustainably designed, walkable urban community of... continue reading...

Downtown Rising
November 03, 2008
Downtown Rising is the vision and blueprint for the future of Salt Lake, created not just to keep Salt Lake City vibrant, but to guide Utah's capital to new heights over the next few decades, yet beginning today. This visioning process resulted in a multitude of ideas - large and small, bold and restrained - for shaping Salt Lake City’s future... continue reading...

Salt Lake CVB Receives Awards
November 03, 2008
The Salt Lake CVB was recently presented with three prestigious industry awards... continue reading...

Salt Lake’s Karen Olson Appointed to DiRoNa Board
November 03, 2008
Karen Olson, principal owner of Metropolitan, one of Salt Lake City’s finest restaurants, recently accepted the prestigious role of vice chair for the Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRōNA) Board of Directors. The appointment was made at DiRōNA’s 18th annual conference October 19-21. Other appointments included William L. Hyde, Jr. of Dallas (chair) and Joseph DiSalvo of Latrobe, PA (first vice chair). In addition, Olson’s Metropolitan was selected for the 2008 Best of Salt Lake City Award in the Restaurants category by the U.S. Local Business Association, an Award Program recognizing outstanding local businesses throughout the country. continue reading...

Utah Performance Center
October 16, 2008
On October 16, 2008, Mayor Ralf Becker unveiled the location of Salt Lake City's soon-to-be built Utah Performance Center: 135 South Main Street. The Utah Performance Center is a 2,400-seat, state-of-the-art theater ... continue reading...

Rio Tinto Stadium
October 10, 2008
Salt Lake recently added yet another architectural wonder to its arsenal of athletic and entertainment venues, this one in the form of the $110-million Rio Tinto Stadium, home to Salt Lake’s professional soccer team, Real Salt Lake. Opened Oct. 9, Rio Tinto Stadium is said to be... continue reading...

Ground Broken on Signature Downtown Rising Project: TRAX Line to Airport
October 09, 2008
UTA recently announced a 2009 start date for its six-mile, $350 million TRAX light rail line connecting downtown Salt Lake with Salt Lake City International Airport. Upon completion, this line creates a convenient and affordable mode of transportation for... continue reading...

UTA’s TRAX/FrontRunner
October 09, 2008
The Utah Transit Authority’s FrontLines 2015 plan is a comprehensive project that includes the construction of new TRAX light rail lines to the Salt Lake City International Airport, Draper, South Jordan (Mid-Jordan), and West Valley City, plus an additional ... continue reading...

SLC International Airport Ranks 8th Best in U.S.
October 08, 2008
Salt Lake City International Airport was ranked the eighth-best airport in the United States in Conde Nast Traveler magazine's Business Travel Awards, featured in the October issue... continue reading...

SLC-Paris Flight
July 01, 2008
Delta Air Lines, building on the continued success of the largest international expansion in its history, launched non-stop service between its second largest hub, Salt Lake City, and the City of Lights, Paris, France... continue reading...