Travel

Tips for Saving Money on an International Vacation

Manage Your Money for Smoother Overseas Travel Article by Tyler Jeppsen | Photography by Zions Bank Make the most of credit card perks . Make sure you’re not missing out on unredeemed credit card rewards points that can help defray the cost of your trip. Some cards, like the Zions Bank Premier Visa® Credit Card*, offer upgrades on hotel rooms and other perks. Get current on the local currency. Before you embark on an international trip, verify the currency of the country or the cities you...

July 2024

Sports + Recreation

Fly Fishing's Gift

Turning Fear into Passion: The River Damsel's Fly Fishing Adventure Article by Sheena Steedman | Photography by Emily Blankenship You would never believe the very sport that almost ended Emily Blankenship’s life 20 years ago would be the one that gives her life today—as the larger-than-life fly fisher-woman and blogger, The River Damsel. It all started when Emily went with her husband on a business trip to Anchorage, Alaska, and decided to give fly fishing a go. With all her rented gear and...

June 2024

Health + Wellness

Unique Experiences

Fun and out of the ordinary things to do this weekend! Article by Roy Stephenson | Photography by Snowbird & SnowBasin Saturday Morning Yoga in Rice Eccles Stadium | Start your morning off right with yoga with a field view. Ken Garff University Club - North End Zone @ Rice Eccles Stadium Suite 201 | https://venues.utah.edu/venues/ken-garff-university-club-3/ Spa Day & Pool with a View | Sit below the rugged peaks of Snowbird and enjoy the ultimate mountain spa experience at the Cliff...

June 2024

Travel

Summer Gear Guide

Hiking Essentials from local Millcreek Retailer - Black Diamond Equipment Article by Ethan Kiernan | Photography by Black Diamond Equipment Alpenglow Hoody: Hoody with UPF 50+ treatment and breathable material.    Distance Carbon Z Poles: Weighing in at 280g and compacting down to a foot long, these are perfect hikes. Spot 400 Headlamp: 400 lumens and runs on rechargeable battery or AAA's.   Distance 15 Pack: 15-liter capacity makes this perfect for your day hike.   500ml Soft...

June 2024

Wellness

Hiking Into Life’s Deeper Meaning

A Journal for Adventurous Souls Connecting Life to the Trail Article by Adeline Janke | Photography by Chris Dazley I've been hiking for as long as I can remember. As a deeply sensitive person, nature has always been my safe place of comfort and, admittedly, hiding. In times of overwhelm and stress, I always retreat to my closest mountains and find myself wandering into the woods of my own thoughts and deep imagining, sometimes getting lost. Eventually along these journeys, I'll find my way...

June 2024

Health + Wellness

Legacy of Adventure

My dad’s relentless quest for adventure and how it shaped our lives forever Article and Photography by Sheena Steedman Hours passed and still, as the sun set, you could see him swimming in the vast undulating sea, facedown, making only his snorkel and Costco water trunks visible.  That was my dad. It would only be much later, after everyone picked up and left, that it would dawn on him if we too should eventually make our way back for dinner.  And when a vacation had winnowed down to its...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Farm to Table

Omar's Organic Rawtopia, featured on Martha Stewert Article by Omar Abou Ismail | Photography by Rawtopia, Omar Abou Ismail Last year, March 2023, Martha Stewart visited my restaurant, Rawtopia. I was there, served her some of my favorite items on the menu, and was delighted by her wonderful and beautiful presence. She shared her passion of organic gardening and flavorful food. She truly enjoyed her experience and invited me to go to New York to her home and film a cooking segment with her...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Roasted Santa Maria Tri-Tip

Traeger Time with Dad Article by Timothy Hollingsworth | Photography by Courtesy of Trager Prep Time:  15 Min Cook Time:  1 Hr,50 Min Serves:  4 people Ingredients Marinade 1 Onion, Roughly Chopped 3 Tablespoon Chopped Garlic 1 Bunch Thyme, Chopped 1/4 Cup Balsamic Vinegar 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder 1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper 1/4 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes 1/2 Cup Olive Oil To Taste Salt And Pepper 1 (2-1/2 Lb) Beef...

May 2024

Sports + Recreation

Fostering Friendships On The Open Road

Eurosports Utah builds community two wheels at a time Article by Troy Barnes | Photography by Eurosports Utah Outside of your family and work, who is your tribe? Who are you building camaraderie with? Get out on a group motorcycle ride and expand your soul, find new horizons, new perspectives, and a deeper sense of self. There's something special about group rides; they foster a sense of family and community, creating memories that endure long after the kickstands are down. Anticipating...

May 2024

Sports + Recreation

Surviving Cancer and Winning Life

World-cup bobsledder Ben Fogel faced life's greatest challenges beyond the sport, surpassing even Olympic feats Article by Sheena Steedman | Photography by Provided by Ben Fogel At 35 years old, world-cup bobsledder Ben Fogel was gearing up for what he believed would be the biggest challenge of his life—a second shot at the Olympics. He had more years now and knew he'd have to give it his all, but he’d proven himself before and was no stranger to pushing beyond his limits. Training...

May 2024