Early-bird registration is now open, through March 30, for the annual Utah Tourism Conference, September 17-19, 2019, at the Utah State University Campus in Logan, Utah.

As the state’s premier industry event, the conference combines dynamic and relevant workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, multiple networking opportunities and an exciting expo of services and resources to deliver an exceptional experience.

Visit the Utah Tourism Industry Association website for registration, schedule of events, conference lodging, and speakers list.

Join this annual event of Tourism Day on the Hill as the Utah tourism industry descends on Capitol Hill. Enjoy networking with your legislators and the tourism industry with lunch and experiential stations. Event presented by the Utah Tourism Industry Association on Friday, February 1, 2019, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at the Utah State Capitol Rotunda.

Registration required. For more information, visit the website.

Our new Explorer’s Guide is out and you can read the issue now to plan your year of transformative travel to include:

• Lost and Found in Desolation Canyon – A rafting pilgrimage through the remote rapids and canyon of the Green River
• The Bear Lake Monster Winterfest – Come for the Cisco Disco, stay for the party and learn about the lake’s monster lore
• A new life in Helper – Turning carbon into culture: art, Amtrak and a riverwalk anchor Helper
• Golden Spike at 150 Years – Northern Utah’s Golden Spike Country and railroad history are much bigger than the golden spike
• Snowfield and stream: A winter fly-fishing trip to Sundance Mountain Resort
• More… Artisian cheese in redrock country, the freedom of wild places in The Needles District, and Women in the Wild: Transformation and the outdoors

Get caught up on the Latest Happenings from the Utah Office of Tourism, including:

• Director’s Message on the Government Shutdown and how it affects Utah’s parks
• Recent stories on our website
• Developing a data portal for partner DMOs
• Team Updates
• UOT Wins HSMAI Adrian Awards
• Tribal Tourism Growth in U.S. and Canada
• Upcoming industry events

In addition to monitoring industry and marketing metrics, the Utah Office of Tourism conducts research on visitors and the Utah communities that welcome them. Explore  interactive dashboards to discover lodging metrics, tourism-related taxes, visits and more on the Utah Tourism Industry Metrics page.

The 2018 General Session of the 63rd Legislature will be held January 22 – March 8, 2018.

For information about the 2018 Legislative Session, the Utah Tourism Industry Association’s website has information that includes a weekly legislative bill tracker, list of Utah’s elected officials, legislative toolkit, and more.

You can also access weekly schedules, audio and video of meetings and debates, committee memberships, and more on the Utah State Legislature’s website.

We’re pleased to be a part of UTIA’s 12th Annual Tourism Day on the Hill (TDH), Monday Jan. 22, 2018. This event draws Utah tourism industry representatives from the private & public sector, local elected officials and anyone involved in Utah’s tourism industry to gather in Salt Lake City on Capitol Hill to demonstrate that Utah’s tourism industry is united!  All TDH events including the UTIA membership meeting will be held on the Utah Capitol Complex in Salt Lake City.

The January 2018 Visit Utah Newsletter features stories on the splendor of winter in Southern Utah, legendary jazz musician Joe McQueen, cross-county skiing in the tracks of Olympians and an itinerary for hiking Bryce Canyon National Park in wintertime. Not receiving our monthly newsletter? Sign up on the link above.