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Utah Specialist Academy
Where to Start
GOOGLE SLIDES PRESENTATION
Brief Google Slides presentation on the top travel themes for a trip to Utah.
WHAT'S NEW ONE-SHEETER
Here’s a summary of the new lodging, activities, and more in Utah this year.
PHOTOS AND VIDEO
If you want access to all our photos, campaign videos, and B-roll, you will need to register an account on our imagery library at Mediagraph.
- Here is a folder of images of our top travel themes to start with: Utah Photos
- Here is a 1:36 sizzle reel video of Utah’s scenery. Sizzle Reel Video
- Here is our public library of videos: YouTube Channel
RECOMMENDED DMC'S
Here’s a list of DMC’s with Utah itineraries, split between luxury and customized itineraries and those who offer pre-packaged set departure itineraries.
OPERATOR FRIENDLY
Tour Operator-Friendly Hotels
Tour Operator-Friendly Restaurants
Tour Operator-Friendly Activities
List of the hotels, restaurants, and activities across the state that have a history of working well with the travel trade.
LUXURY RESOURCES
This website is a great place to start when planning a luxury trip to Utah.
SHUTTLE PROVIDERS
From buses to private shuttle vehicles, here is a list of recommended providers to provide transportation for all group sizes in their corresponding tab.
IN-MARKET REPS
Contact the representative from across our top international markets for any questions or help you may need.
ITINERARIES
Our website has an itinerary landing page for all travel themes and locations across the site. Here are four general itineraries:
- Itinerary: 7-Day Circuit From Las Vegas
- Itinerary: 7 Days From Las Vegas to Salt Lake City
- Itinerary: Yellowstone from Salt Lake City
- Itinerary: Ski & National Parks From Salt Lake City
Utah Themes
Dark Skies
Astrotourism is a growing trend in Utah, given our 25 internationally-certified dark sky parks, the largest concentration on Earth. Learn star gazing tips, park and community locations, view out-of-this-world activities, and access a beginners guide through our consumer Dark Sky Parks landing page.
Native Tourism
Learn about the contemporary traditions, festivals and lifestyles, as well as a unique heritage that can be found among the state’s many dwelling sites, petroglyph and pictograph panels and museum exhibits. Some examples of native guides who we recommend are Simpson’s Trailhandler Tours and Ancient Wayves.
Utah. America’s Film Set
Add a touch of film history to your Utah itinerary, or plan your trip around these iconic cinema locations. You’ll soon discover why we say "Utah. America’s Film Set.®"
Greatest Snow on Earth®
Aside from having The Greatest Snow on Earth®, what sets Utah apart from other skiing locations is the easy access. Of Utah’s 15 resorts, 10 are within an hour of Salt Lake City International Airport.
Rocky Mountaineer
This is the new train that starts in Denver, passes through the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, makes a stop in the hot springs town of Glenwood Springs, and finishes the next day in Moab called Rockies to the Red Rocks route.