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Charming, Fun – Horse Drawn Carriage…

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:55:46 +0000

Have you ever wanted to ride in a horse-drawn carriage? If you are coming to Salt Lake, then you are in for a treat. We have the premier “carriage for hire” company. They run six days a week – they have downtown tours to a lot of our most popular spots.

You can call them and request your own private route. Even when a time is not listed if you would like to use their services they will try to accommodate if you call and talk to them. Talk

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Love Museums? Free Museums in Utah

admin — Thu, 10 May 2012 19:00:52 +0000

Salt Lake is not only known for its beautiful and friendly atmosphere, there are a number of interesting free museums. For those of you visiting – who like museums and would like to know the history of Utah you are in for a treat. No matter if you are visiting or live in our beautiful state. And remember when coming to Utah check out our awesome vacation rental!

Chase Home Museum of Folk Arts

This museum is the only museum in the country dedicated to displaying a state-owned collection of contemporary folk art. It features objects made by living Utah artists from the state’s American Indian, rural, occupational and ethnic communities offering a snapshot of Utah’s contemporary culture and heritage.
Located in Liberty Park; enter park from 900 E. or 1300 E. at about 600 S.
Open by appointment; call 801-236-7555

Fort Douglas Military Museum

This museum is dedicated to the history of Fort Douglas and U.S. military history, with hundreds of weapons uniforms, and other items on display. The Fort Douglas grounds offer lots of opportunities for historical exploration, including displays of cannons, helicopters and armored vehicles.
The Fort Douglas Military Museum is part of the Foothill Cultural District, which includes Red Butte Garden and Arboretum, the Utah Museum of Natural History, Hogle Zoo, This is the Place Heritage Park, the Utah Museum of Fine Arts and Olympic Cauldron Park. All of these attractions are located on land that was once part of historic Fort Douglas.
Fort Douglas Military Museum
32 Potter Street
Fort Douglas, UT 84113
(801) 581-1251
Open Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5 p.m.

LDS Church History Museum

This free museum houses art and artifacts related to the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
45 North West Temple St.
801-240-3310

Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
More Info

Natural History Museum of Utah

The Natural History Museum of Utah is a working scientists’ museum that’s interesting for the whole family. The museum includes paleontology exhibits and a lot more. The museum’s free days for 2012 are Jan. 9, April 9, July 9 and Sept. 22. It’s strongly recommended to reserve tickets online for the free days; these are released a week to ten days in advance. Check the website for details.
301 Wakara Way
801-581-4303
Open Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. – Last Admission is 4 p.m.
Open Wednesdays 10 a.m.-9 p.m. – Last Admission is 8 p.m.

Pioneer Memorial Museum

The free Pioneer Memorial Museum on the grounds of the Utah State Capitol is dedicated to the lives and belongings of Utah’s Mormon pioneers. Highlights include Brigham Young’s wagon and an antique steam fire engine.
300 N Main St.
801-532-6479

Sept.-May hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
June-Aug. hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Admission is free. Voluntary contributions welcome.
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Utah Museum of Contemporary Art

The Utah Museum of Contemporary Art hosts changing contemporary art exhibits, film events, lectures on art, and photography and ceramics classes. Admission to the museum and many events is free. The museum also hosts free “Family Art Saturdays” with hands-on art activities the second Saturday of every month from 2-4 p.m.
20 South West Temple
801-328-4201

Tue.-Thur., Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Fri. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Closed Sundays, Mondays and Holidays
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Utah Museum of Fine Arts

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts on the University of Utah campus focuses on art from different cultures around the world and includes special collections of Native American and Western American art.
The museum is free the first Wednesday of every month, and also the third Saturday of each month with free art activities for families from 1-4 p.m. It’s always free for students and employees of the University of Utah.
Marcia & John Price Museum Building
410 Campus Center Drive
801-581-7332

Tue.–Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wed. 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed Mondays and Holidays
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Wheeler Historic Farm
The Wheeler Historic Farm includes tours of the historic Wheeler home, live farm animals, farm chore demonstrations and wagon rides. Admission to the farm is free, but there are small charges ranging from $.50 to $2 for some of the activities.
6351 S. 900 E.
801-264-2241

Open every day dawn until dusk
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Utah Shakespeare Festival

admin — Thu, 03 May 2012 17:06:16 +0000

Opening this weekend a cannot miss festival!

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Parenting Conference and Expo…

admin — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:31:30 +0000

If you are a parent and live in Utah don’t let this pass you up! Attend a parenting conference and expo on May 4th and 5th at the Salt Palace. It is put on by Jeanette Herbert, First Lady of Utah.

The price is only $10.00 what a deal! Click here for more information…

Thankgiving Point Tulip Festive is Here!

admin — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 20:15:36 +0000

It is here! An amazing display of tulips and you cannot miss this beautiful garden. Not only that when you go on Friday or Saturday you can enjoy music, food, and there are vendors with amazing products. Garden tours and demonstrations run every day.

This is for a limited time so don’t put it off!

Dates: April 13-18 (2012)

Admission:

Adults       $10.00
Children     $6.00
(3 to 11)
Seniors      $9.00

Schedule of events…

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City Creek Center – A Must See!

admin — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:01:48 +0000

If you are visiting Utah or living here you have to go see the beautiful new “City Creek Center” complex. It is fun to go over and have lunch shop – or just look around.

Just take a look at the websites below – need I say more??

Beautiful City Creek Center

For more information and a really great video – Click Here…

For information on what there is Click Here…

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Utah Hiking – Fantastic!

admin — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:19:50 +0000

Utah is world renowned for skiing but did you know our mountain hiking trails are second to none?

If you love the mountains, hiking, horseback riding or just having a picnic you are in for a treat. We have trails from easy to difficult depending on what you are looking for.

Below you find information on an easy hiking trail for you and your family – or a difficult one for you hiking enthusiasts that love the challenge.

Cecret Lake

A wonderful family hike to beautiful alpine lake in the Little Cottonwood Canyons Albion Basin

Overview: This is a very short 1 mile hike to a beautiful alpine lake in the Albion Basin region near Alta and Snowbird Ski Resorts. This area is very popular on summer weekends so parking may be difficult. Take the time to relax at the lake and take lots of photos of your family with the mountains as a backdrop.

Mount Olympus

Climb 4,000 feet on this great trail to fantastic views over the Wasatch Valley and Salt Lake City.

Overview: This is a steep, Class 3, climb up 4,000 to the top of a peak with great views over Salt Lake City and the surrounding Wasatch Mountains. You will be surprised at how abruptly you leave the bustling city below and find yourself high in an alpine environment. This is a good peak for budding mountaineers to start with. This Trip is about 7 miles round trip. See more

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Yes Utah does Have “The Wave” Check it Out

admin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:37:29 +0000

There is a place here in Utah I don’t think there is anything like it in the world. You will be amazed when you see this video. With spring and summer just around the corner you may want to go there??

Unique Utah Attraction

Only 20 hikers allowed to start each day — 10 in advance, 10 by lottery drawn 24-hrs prior. If possible get a permit in advance. You need apply on the 1st day of the month, 4-months before you want to hike.

This amazing video, you have to see to believe. I have lived in Utah my whole life and didn’t know about this place until I did some research.

Southern Utah is world renowned – this place is something else, it looks like something out of a science fiction movie…

– Wow –

Links of Interest:

http://besthike.com/northamerica/usasouthwest/wave.html

http://www.pbase.com/devonshire/wave

Micro Breweries in Utah

admin — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:30:25 +0000

Utah doesn’t have the reputation of having great places to hang out but you would be so wrong to believe that.

Utah has some of the finest breweries and wineries in the country. I know we don’t have the reputation but we do – and private club membership is obsolete in Utah. Anyone of legal age can sit right down and enjoy a great glass of wine or a brewski!

Coming to visit us? Check out the local pubs you are sure to find one that fits your fancy. And while you are at it – check out our rental properties you will be glad you did.

BREWERYS

BOHEMIAN BREWERY & GRILL
94 E FORT UNION BLVD. MIDVALE
801-566-5474
www.bohemianbrewery.com

DESERT EDGE BREWING COMPANY & PUB
273 TROLLEY SQUARE SALT LAKE CITY
801-521-8917

HOPPERS GRILL & BREWING COMPANY
890 E FORT UNION BLVD. MIDVALE
801-566-0424
www.hoppersbrewpub.com

MOAB BREWERY
686 S MAIN MOAB
435-259-6333
www.themoabbrewery.com

RED ROCK BREWING COMPANY
254 S 200 WEST SALT LAKE CITY
801-521-7446
www.redrockbrewing.com

ROOSTER BREWING COMPANY
253 25th STREET OGDEN
801-627-6171
748 W HERITAGE PARK BLVD LAYTON
801-774-9330
www.roostersbrewingco.com

RUBY RIVER STEAKHOUSE
4286 RIVERDALE ROAD RIVERDALE
801-622-2320

SQUATTERS PUB BREWERY
147 W BROADWAY SALT LAKE CITY
801-363-2739
www.squatters.com

TRACKS BREWING
1641 N MAIN STREET TOOELE
435-882-4040
www.tracksbrewing.com

UINTA BREWING COMPANY
1722 S FREEMONT DRIVE SALT LAKE CITY
801-467-0909
www.uintabrewing.com

UTAH BREWERS COOPERATIVE
1763 S 300 WEST SALT LAKE CITY
801-466-8855
www.utahbeers.com

WASATCH BREWPUB
250 MAIN PARK CITY
435-645-9500
www.wasatchbeers.com

WINERYS

CASTLE CREEK WINERY
HIGHWAY 128 MILE 14 MOAB
435-259-2002
www.redcliffslodge.com

LA CAILLE WINERY
9565 S WASATCH BLVD. SANDY
801-942-1751
www.lacaille.com

NATIVE WINES 188
75 S 500 WEST MT. PLESANT
435-462-9261
www.nativewines.net

ROUND MOUNTAIN VINEYARD & WINERY
230 MILLER LANE CASTLE VALLEY
435-259-1927

SPANISH VALLEY VINEYARDS & WINERY
4710 S ZIMMERMAN LANE MOAB
435-259-8134
www.moab-utah.com/spanishvalleywinery

Enjoy the Rich Culture of a Celtic Celebration…

admin — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:33:01 +0000

There are so many things to do (besides skiing) when you visitUtah. I will be showcasing some amazing places to go in the coming weeks. So keep watching you will be delighted to see what you can do right here inUtah…

One thing that is coming up fast is our authentic Celtic Celebration. If you are fascinated by all things Celtic and would like to celebrate their rich history, this is something you do not want to miss! And it is kid friendly – below you will find more information.

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CELTIC CELEBRATION

Experience the authentic textures ofIrelandandScotlandat Peery’s Egyptian Theater’s annual Celtic Celebration. High energy jigs and lyrical ballads weave an enchantment. Step dancers bring fire and energy to the stage. Haunting pipes and drums inspire images of lonely cliffs and brilliant green fields. Come celebrate the Irish in you.

Celtic Design

Celtic Beat, Feet of Fire under the direction of LaRae Thackeray and the Galloway Highlanders Pipes and Drums will once again take the stage at the Egyptian. These phenomenal performers will be joined by the local Celtic group Idlewild.

Date: 2012-03-17
Time: 7:30 PM
Ticket Price: $12 Adults/$10 Kids (2-18) & Students

Purchase tickets at Smith’s Tix