Utah has snow!
Many of Utah's ski resorts are scrambling to open early after a series of major storms buried the slopes with more than five feet of powder — with more falling.
Brighton has lead the way and opened today, November 6. Many other resorts will follow quickly:
Meteorologists say we're in a "favorable precipitation pattern" and can expect more snow ever day or so through the forecast period.
Early indicators suggests this will be one of the best — and busiest — ski seasons every in Utah. Resort phones have been ringing off the hook since the snow began. Many lodging facilities near the resorts are already booked solid for the Christmas holiday season.
Our resorts, which drew rave reviews from the international press during the 2002 Olympic Games, have continued to expand and improve and are in great shape going into this season.
Utah Travel and Adventure, our sister company, arranges customized trips for people traveling to Utah. Our consultants specialize in ski packages and can still get you accommodations in or near resorts. They also put together national park tours, whitewater trips and houseboat vacations on Lake Powell. Houseboats are already booking out for prime summer weekends. If you are considering a Utah Vacation, give our consultants a call: 1-888-881-1120.
Upcoming Events of Note
Eclipse Film Festival, Nov. 14-15, in St. George. This event features films by independent filmmakers from around the world, in all styles, forms, and genres. All entries will be screened for the public. For details: 435-628-3678.
World Cup events resume in Park City, with Chevy Truck America's Opening Men's Alpine events beginning Nov. 21. Ladies Alpine events start on Nov. 28. For details: 435-649-8111.
Northern Ute Thanksgiving Pow-Wow will be Nov. 27-29, in Ft. Duchesne, in NE Utah. This Native American contest pow-wow will feature dancers and drummers, arts & crafts and Native American food. The public is welcome. Info: 1-435-722-8541.
Christmas lights will come on at historic Temple Square, in downtown Salt Lake City, on Nov. 28. This light display is stunning.
Festival of Lights Parade at Lake Powell, Nov. 29. Houseboats decorated for Christmas will parade through the bays, their multi-colored lights reflecting off the black water between sheer sandstone cliffs. Special deals are available on houseboats during this period.
Merrill Lynch Celebrity Ski Classic, Dec. 6 at Deer Valley Resort. This is an invitational ski race involving teams of ski legends, celebrities and former Olympians. For more information: 435-649-1000 or 800-424-3337.
Manti Holiday Home Show, Dec. 11. Tour beautifully decorated pioneer-era homes in this fundraiser for the Manti community swimming pool, in historic central Utah. Info: (435) 835-2401.
Luge World Cup at the Utah Olympic Park, Dec. 13-14. The world's top luge athletes in men's, women's and doubles will compete for World Cup titles on the Utah Olympic Park track from the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Phone: 435-658-4200.
Speed Skating Sprint World Cup, Dec. 13-14. An international field of speed skaters race the 500-meter and 1,000-meter distances on the "Fastest Ice On Earth" at the Utah Olympic Oval. Call (801) 963-7100 or visit www.olyparks.com for more information.
The Sundance Film Festival will be January 15-25, with events in Park City and Salt Lake City. This has become the premier showcase for major independent films. It is also serious party time and participants occasionally have the chance to mingle with stars. It is a popular event, always crowded. If you want to attend you need to make reservations now.
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