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The Epic Utah Valley Spring Bucket List!

Warmer temperatures mean that spring is on its way! Spring is a lovely time in Utah Valley: flowers are blooming, hiking trails are opening up again, and festivals are starting. Make the most of this beautiful time of year by participating in any of these springtime activities. 1. Go to the Tulip…

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The Holi Festival of Colors in Spanish Fork, UT

More Festival Information India or... Utah? A couple of years ago, I saw an ad run by the Indian Tourist Association encouraging Americans to book their tickets to enjoy the original festival in India - in the land of its birth. However, the stunning photograph in the ad had been taken, not in West…

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5 Best Winter Trails in Utah Valley

Utah winters can be dark, and cold, and may feel like our frosty weather will never end. Especially if you don’t ski or snowboard, you may feel left out or think you should just wait for spring to go outside, right? Wrong! For those who still want to enjoy the crisp cold air and snowy landscapes…

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8 Epic Places to Go Sledding in Utah Valley

Winter in Utah is at its best when the ground is covered in a blanket of fresh, powdery snow, and what better way to celebrate a snow day than the time-honored tradition of sledding? If you’re looking for the best sledding spots to take the family, we’ve rounded up some of our favorites in Utah…

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5 Bucket List Christmas Activities in Utah Valley

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Time to get out the Christmas trees, eggnog, and classic Christmas songs. There’s a lot going on in Utah Valley during the Christmas season, making it a truly magical time of year. Gather friends and family and make the most of the holiday season with…

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9 Best Holiday & Christmas Lights in Utah Valley

A favorite annual Christmas tradition, and one of the most popular holiday activities in Utah Valley, is to stop and visit one of our local holiday light displays. These light shows are the perfect way to kick off the holiday season and indulge in some Christmas cheer. So join us in spreading a…

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9 Adorable Animal Experiences in Utah Valley

Utah Valley has some amazing places you can go to experience animals firsthand and we're not just talking cats and dogs either! Here in the valley, you can rent a llama, do yoga with goats, play with foxes, ride ponies, and so much more! Here are our 8 favorite places to have some fun with cute…

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Experiencing Utah Valley from a Propeller Plane

The natural beauty found throughout Utah Valley is stunning, plentiful, and far-spread. This can be a challenge as a landscape photographer because I am constantly torn on which of the dozens of picturesque locations I should prioritize, especially when I am short on time. After some time…

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The Guide to Mural Hunting in Downtown Provo

When strolling through Downtown Provo, you can see just how talented the artists in Utah Valley are. Walking among the buildings downtown, you’ll run across a series of murals that reflect the unique destination that is Provo. These are not works you see from typical graffiti artists, but show an…

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