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80% of the world is now within 1 stop of Salt Lake City thanks to its newest direct flight
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 3:05 p.m.
Salt Lake City now has nonstop service to Asia for the first time in over a decade, which is key for more than just international travel.
How popular were Utah's ski resorts this winter? Here's what the data says
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 2:49 p.m.
Visitation at Utah's 15 ski and snowboard resorts dipped a bit this past winter with less snow in the mountains, but the state's slopes remain as popular as ever.
Tuesday is the last day to get free checked bags through Southwest Airlines
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted May 27 - 9:26 p.m.
For decades, Southwest Airlines has been known for the fact that all its passengers get two free checked bags, but starting Wednesday, that will no longer be the case.
Utah's national parks bracing for Memorial Day visits
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted May 23 - 5:12 p.m.
National park rangers in Utah are readying for Memorial Day weekend visits by people who want to get out and enjoy what nature has to offer.
Cash Drop Utah engages community with daily treasure hunts
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 7:02 p.m.
Taylor and Bailey Carlson have dropped thousands of dollars all across Utah. Now, they are gearing up to do another drop in St. George.
Cedar City Airport completes $5.5M terminal expansion
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted May 5 - 6:01 p.m.
The Cedar City Airport celebrated the completion of a 5,000-square-foot expansion on Monday.
Deadline approaching requiring air passengers carry a REAL ID certified identification
Brian Carlson, KSL-TV | Posted April 22 - 10:04 p.m.
A big deadline is coming up that could prevent some travelers from flying. If you don't have an identification compliant with REAL ID, it may stop you from boarding a domestic flight.
Focused on tariffs and the border, some travelers are canceling trips to Utah
Annie Knox and Courtney Johns, KSL-TV | Posted April 17 - 8:22 a.m.
Some international travelers are staying home instead of coming to Utah.
Here's how much the feds put into Utah's national parks
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted March 29 - 5:03 p.m.
A new report by the University of Utah's Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute showed more than 11 million people visited Utah's "Mighty Five" national parks last year, a 5% increase over the previous year.
Delta to expand its connection between Utah and Hawaii in time for next winter
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 25 - 8:44 a.m.
Delta Air Lines plans to add a new seasonal daily flight route between Salt Lake City and Kona, Hawaii, beginning in December.
Luxury rail company plans to expand scenic train route to include more of Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 7:38 a.m.
There will soon be a new scenic way to travel between Utah's and Colorado's capital cities.
These iconic scenes were filmed in Utah. Now they're part of a new trail network
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 19 - 3:12 p.m.
A new state trail network essentially blends the love of cinema with an appreciation of the outdoors and small towns.
Utah's busiest state park topped 3 national parks in visitation, as more records fell in 2024
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 3 - 3:04 p.m.
Utah's state parks broke a visitation record for the fourth time in five years in 2024, as people look for alternatives to the still-popular "Mighty 5."
This Utah park reclaimed the top spot as national park visitation, rallied in 2024
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 3 - 8:06 a.m.
A Utah park may have surged back to the top of the West in 2024, but work is underway to make sure its visitor growth doesn't lead to overcrowding.
Rural Carbon County attempts to diversify its economy by turning to tourism
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 1 - 10:03 a.m.
Carbon County, home to Price, Helper, Sunnyside and more, relied mostly on mines for its economy. The mines are shrinking in number now, so the community is looking toward tourism.
What does the future hold for the ski industry in the Cottonwood canyons?
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 20 - 5:02 p.m.
Transportation, parking, water resources and snowmaking are among the biggest concerns ski resort managers identified during a time when there have never been more Americans gravitating to outdoor recreation.
Who visits the Great Salt Lake? People from all over the world
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 3 - 9:08 p.m.
The Great Salt Lake was once a tourism destination. After a loss in popularity, it's drawing people from all over the world again as evidenced by its visitor log.
This sport was the fastest-growing outdoor activity last year
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 30 - 5:42 p.m.
Outdoor recreation is a significant part of Utah's economy. One popular Utah sport was the fastest-growing outdoor recreation activity in 2023 nationwide.
Salt Lake City International Airport decks the halls and terminals for the holidays
Karah Brackin, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 14 - 10:23 p.m.
There is a whole team at the Salt Lake City International Airport dedicated to making the airport come to life for the holidays.
This magazine named a Utah ski resort best in the West
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 3 - 10:02 a.m.
"Big-mountain skiing with a family-owned, local vibe. Outstanding terrain, lodges, and lifts. (Please don't tell anyone!)" was the praise this Utah ski resort received from a magazine.
Salt Lake City's newest hotel — blending history and luxury — will open soon
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 1 - 5:46 p.m.
A hotel blending Utah's railroad past with "contemporary luxury" will open for business soon in downtown Salt Lake City.
How pro hockey, Olympics may boost another growing sports sector in Salt Lake County
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 30 - 8:00 a.m.
Local sports tourism experts say Utah Hockey Club's arrival and the forthcoming Winter Olympics could help spur another growing industry that draws thousands of people to Salt Lake County every year.
Are short-term rentals good or bad? New paper explores Utah's growing market
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 7:04 p.m.
The number of short-term housing units in Utah jumped by nearly 40% in two years, which experts say can have positive and negative impacts.
Delta to add new nonstop service connecting Salt Lake City to Asia
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 27 - 12:00 p.m.
It will soon be easier again for Utahns to connect with South Korea and other Asian countries.
