Park City First Timers: River Rafting

Park City First Timers is back for summer, with a new host, and six new episodes. In our first summer episode, our host, Ryan, and a few of his friends join Destination Sports and Adventures to raft the Weber River. They meet their guide, Trixie, in Henefer – just outside of Park City.…

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Rainy Day Activities in Park City, Utah

Park City, Utah is known for its sunny days and bright blue skies, so the occasional rain showers are somewhat unexpected and can come asa surprise.  Due to the area’s reputation for having endless outdoor opportunities and activities to enjoy, it’s not always easy to come up with indoor options for when the weather turns sour. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a rainy day in Park City…

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A First Timer's Guide to Getting the Most Out of a Park City Vacation

Park City, Utah, has become one of the top vacation destinations in the country. It’s no surprise that Park City, Utah, has become one of the top winter destinations in the country. With two-world class ski resorts, a historic downtown, fine dining, Olympic venues, high-end spas, and incredible Utah powder, Park City has no end of activities for winter visitors…

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Know Before You Snow

Navigating winter weather can be tricky, especially for those who’ve never been to a winter climate like Park City, Utah before. Worry not— if it’s your first time to a mountain town, we have you covered.  Follow these tips and you’ll be more comfortable, warmer, and happier in chilly and snowy weather.  And, might we add, you don’t have to ditch style to stay warm…

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What to Rent Vs What to Pack on Your Next Ski Trip to Park City, Utah

Park City, Utah is home to two resorts – Deer Valley and Park City Mountain – which, combined, offer over 9,000 skiable acres. That’s a lot of terrain ready and waiting for you to enjoy. There is no denying it – skiing and snowboarding both require quite a lot of gear, making packing for your next ski trip seem like a daunting task.  To help ease the process, we compiled a list that’s divided into items we suggest you bring along with you in your suitcase and those that are easy to rent from one of Park City’s area rental shops or outfitters. …

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Extreme Tubing for the First Time at Utah Olympic Park

For the next installment of our Park City First Timers series, we invited Jed, Ollie and Erik to try Utah Olympic Park’s newest thrill: Extreme Tubing. Photo credit: Utah Olympic Park/ Gene Sweeney, Jr.  Unique to Park City, Extreme Tubing allows participants to explore the 2002 Olympic Winter Games’ Nordic ski jumps firsthand.  Hop into a state-of-the-art plastic bottom tube and cruise down the landing hill of the Nordic ski jumps reaching speeds of up to 50 mph.  Olympic-level athletes still use these jumps for training…

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