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Featured Opportunities and Resources

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Utah Tourism Conference

See you Oct 13-16, where professionals gather to network, lean and seek inspiration. Hosted by the Utah Tourism Industry Association with Heber Valley, UOT is a proud sponsor. Registration still open.
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Tourism Exchange Roadshow

UOT is hosting this in-person event designed to help give local tourism suppliers direct access to global distribution networks. Register for sessions in Cedar City, Moab, Park City, and Salt Lake City Oct 27-29.  

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Going Global Training, Part 2

We will host our second Going Global Training via Zoom on November 5, at 10am, diving further into pricing and the process of contracting with a Receptive Tour Operator. Register today!

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Welcome MK Thyfault

Please join in welcoming MK Thyfault to the team. MK is the Office of Tourism's new Global Markets FAM Specialist and is excited to learn more about everything Utah has to offer.

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The State of Utah's Travel and Tourism Industry Report

 Visitors spent a record $13.7 billion in Utah’s economy in 2025. View the just released report for information on spending, jobs, and tax revenue. 

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Tooele County DMO Visit

UOT team members with UDOR met with Tooele  County local leaders, private industry, and passionate caretakers in learning about the exciting things happening in the county. 

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Two New Productions Approved for Film Incentives

Two new productions were approved for state film incentives, supported by the Community Film Incentive Program that fosters up-and-coming local filmmakers and productions.

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Q3 Stakeholder Pulse Survey Open

UOT relies on vital feedback from our partners and community to understand the current state of Utah's travel economy and track industry sentiment. Thank you for submitted the servey
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October Newsletter

Subscribe to our Partner Newsletter and receive each first Tuesday of the month. Learn what projects our office is involved in, the latest tourism industry news, and read past issues .

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Upcoming Events

Utah Tourism Conference
October 13-16  |  Heber Valley


Utah Board of Tourism Development Meeting     
October 14 |  Heber Valley


American Indigenous Tourism Conference
October 19-22 |  Tulalip WA


Greater Western TTRA Annual Chapter Conference
October 20-22 | Reno NV


Toronto Ski and Snowboard Show
October 23-25 | Toronto Canada


Travel Exchange Utah Roadshow
October 27-29 |  Cedar City, Moab, Park City, Salt Lake City