Ski vacation: hit the slopes in Utah

December 28th, 2009 admin

By Kate Schwartz Move over Colorado, Summit County isn’t the only amazing spot for a ski vacation . As snow begins to blanket the west, Utah is seeing a good amount of powder and an even better base. Most runs are open at Utah ski resorts, and ski enthusiasts are coming out of the woodwork. Whether you are a local looking to make first tracks before hitting the office, or a visitor taking advantage of some of the best terrain out West, a Utah ski vacation will not…


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