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Hilton Salt Lake City Center makes planning a Salt Lake staycation easy, with amenities for any kind of vacationer.   

Start your day with a sunrise salutation at Trofi, led by executive chef Tony Coppernoll. “Our breakfast menu offers a variety of flavorful dishes uniquely infused with the honey extracted from our rooftop beehives and garnished with the fresh herbs grown in our on-site gardens,” says Coppernoll. “Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal or light start to your morning, Trofi has something for everyone.” The brunch menu also features classic cocktails with a twist, like the Trofi Bloody Mary with maple pepper bacon, or cherry-infused mimosas.

Earlier this year, Trofi also launched its unique QR code lunch ordering. Guests can access menus, order, and pay entirely from their device, and have their meals delivered on the Trofi patio. With this shaken-up restaurant experience, couples, kids, and even pets are welcome to enjoy the patio amenities while they wait, which include jumbo lawn games, gas fire pits (for chilly days), or just taking in the unmatched views of the city landscape.

After mornings in the hotel, guests are encouraged to hit the town–or the trails. “We are uniquely situated for guests to enjoy nightlife and boutique shopping,” says general manager Garret Parker. “But this Hilton is also minutes from outdoor escapes like Memory Grove Park and the adjoining City Creek canyon trails.”

Staying with Hilton also means taking part in their “Travel with Purpose” strategy, an initiative to drive sustainability and community connection in the tourism industry. At the Salt Lake location, these efforts include relying on local ingredients and resources to reduce the overall footprint of the hotel, while also providing a uniquely immersive Utah experience. Find your own travel purpose this summer, and select Hilton Salt Lake City Center for your downtown escape.

Hilton Salt Lake City

255 S. West Temple, SLC
801-328-2000
hiltonsaltlakecitycenter.com

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Nestled at the base of the western Little Bookcliffs mountains, the 80-room Victorian style Inn and Colorado’s fifth established winery are joined by 20-plus acres of established vineyards of mostly Bordeaux-style varietals that are the backbone of Grande River Vineyards’ product line. European-trained and certified Rainer Thoma, who tends the vines and makes the wines, aims to elevate wine profiles and to add cold-hearty vines to the mix.

Co-owners Richard and Jean Tally plan to use Grande River’s pioneering heritage in Colorado’s wine industry as a foundation for establishing an updated winery operation producing high quality traditional wines.

“We have a rare opportunity to build a strong wine destination based on the symbiotic relationship between the hotel and the winery,”  Richard explains.

As a full service boutique hotel, WCI is a popular venue for weddings, celebrations, reunions and corporate retreats. The Inn can now book vineyard and winery tours, special tastings and wine dinners for individuals or groups of friends and family. This new wine destination is perfect for a celebration or a chance getaway.

“You can have a totally immersive experience,” says General Manager Ian Kelley. “Your getaway can be whatever you want it to be.”

Caroline’s Restaurant serves locally-sourced, classically prepared Colorado foods and wines, while Tapestry Lounge features wine, cocktails and small plates. The culinary team can customize in-house catering for events. A complimentary afternoon wine reception and hearty breakfast are standard    at the hotel. The Winery Tasting Room is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, and sells food with its wine.

The area’s surrounding natural landscape is wide open for exploration. Whether you’re a leisure traveler soaking up the laid-back ambiance or a thrill-seeking cyclist attacking the Palisade Plunge, the Inn and winery are your “Gateway to   Colorado”— just a tank of gas away.

So fill ’er up, Salt Lakers, and motor on over to Western   Colorado’s new, bona fide wine destination.

WINE COUNTRY INN

777 Grande River Drive, Palisade, CO
970-464-5777
coloradowinecountryinn.com

GRANDE RIVER VINEYARDS

787 Grande River Drive, Palisade, CO
970-464-5867
granderivervineyards.com

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Wine connoisseurs are flocking to taste the happy grapes of Colorado, bathed in the high desert’s perfect mix of sunny days and cool evening temps in one of over 100 winery-owned vineyards. Boasting traditional sweet, semi-sweet, dry and noteworthy fruit-based and honey-infused wines, the Wine Country Inn in Palisade, CO, mixes luxury accommodations with vineyard experiences that are just a car-ride away.

UNWIND IN THE VINES

Located in the heart of Colorado’s wine country and sitting amidst 21 acres of vineyards, the Wine Country Inn offers guests an approachable, authentic wine country experience under safe COVID-19 protocols. With the relaxed atmosphere and luxurious amenities, some guests never venture beyond the property, while others choose adventure by day and wining and dining by night.  “You can have a totally immersive experience,” says General Manager Ian Kelley. “Your getaway is whatever you want it to be.” The Inn is dwarfed on the north by the Little Bookcliff mountains, home to around 150 mustangs living on the BLM Wild Horse Preserve. Dramatic views in all directions create unlimited exploration and plenty of photo ops.

CYCLE

Visitors are tempted by a variety of attractions: touring vineyards, wineries and tasting local wines; renting electric or conventional cruisers for tranquil, leisurely bike rides through the Fruit and Wine Byway; attacking the more serious terrain on the challenging Palisade Plunge mountain bike trail that opens in July, rafting the mighty Colorado River, sampling the abundant fruit from orchards, visiting enormous lavender farms, shopping for art by local painters, potters and sculptors in the local galleries.

WINE, WINE AND DINE

A daily afternoon wine reception is standard at the Wine Country Inn—the area’s first wine-themed resort serving its own Ten Acre Farm wines pressed from grapes grown on-site. A deluxe breakfast is also complimentary. In the evening, the Tapestry Lounge offers light dining, signature cocktails, beer and wine, while Caroline’s Restaurant boasts classically prepared favorites like rainbow trout, lamb and beef served with locally grown produce paired with Colorado wines. “The terroir is the same, so this area is a celebration of food and landscape,” emphasizes Bridget Zlab, WCI F&B Director. “Our guests experience firsthand how food and wine complement each other to create memorable dining.”

777 Grande River Dr., 777 Stubb Ditch Rd., Palisade, CO
970-464-5777 
coloradowinecountryinn.com

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Cannabis Delivery? In Utah?! 

Following the Utah Medical Cannabis Act enacted in 2018, cannabis has become extremely accessible for Utahns with qualifying conditions. WholesomeCo, a medical cannabis pharmacy located in West Bountiful, now offers delivery to 99% of patients across the state of Utah. WholesomeCo has created an online ordering and delivery service that meets requirements set by Utah lawmakers. After following the steps to obtain a medical cannabis card, patients can conveniently receive orders right to their door, for free! As the only licensed pharmacy in Utah offering free statewide delivery, WholesomeCo strives to make medical cannabis accessible for anyone who needs it. 

The Medical Card Process  

Want to experience the convenience of WholesomeCo’s online ordering services for yourself? There are over 40,000 Utahns with a medical card using cannabis to treat a variety of conditions and improve their quality of life. As of now, there are 16 medical conditions approved by the Utah legislature that allows patients to be treated with medical cannabis. The first step is to meet with a qualified medical provider who will determine if cannabis is the right option for you. Try our locating feature to find a QMP near you! Next, register with the State by visiting id.utah.gov. After you have created an account, log in to evs.utah.gov with the same username and password and begin the patient application process. Your medical provider can assist you with any of these steps. 

Simplifying and normalizing the process of using medical cannabis is one of WholesomeCo’s top priorities. The pharmacy has implemented an instant verification for medical card holders. Once you have met with a qualified medical provider and completed the registration process, WholesomeCo can instantly verify your medical card online. You are then eligible to shop and utilize the free delivery service! 

Safe, Reliable, Wholesome Delivery

Medical cannabis can be a tricky product to distribute due to its seed-to-sale tracking system. Luckily, WholesomeCo’s co-founder and CEO, Chris Jeffery had past experience building an online ordering system similar to what WholesomeCo needed. Prior to the establishment of WholesomeCo, Jeffery co-founded a company called Order Up, a food delivery service similar to Uber Eats. WholesomeCo facilitated their goal of cannabis delivery by working with the Utah legislature to create an interface that interacts directly with consumers, while being overviewed by state regulators. The system is now used to safely deliver medical cannabis to patients, ensuring the right products for a patient’s personal needs. Additional requirements of the service include background screenings for drivers, discreet delivery vehicles, GPS monitoring and security systems. These regulations help guarantee products are kept safe until they reach the doors of Utah medical cannabis patients. 

Next Stop, Salt Lake City!   

WholesomeCo has worked hard to expand their unique and convenient online services. The pharmacy is excited to offer free, same-day delivery options all along the Wasatch front and to many other locations throughout Utah. 

WholesomeCo is there to help each Utahn along their health and wellness journey, even those who may not have the ability to utilize in-store, pickup or drive-thru shopping at their West Bountiful pharmacy location. Think medical cannabis could be right for you? WholesomeCo offers free consultations with expert, doctorate-level pharmacists to help start your medical cannabis journey! Schedule your consultation here today. 

Times available for delivery in the Salt Lake City area are as follows: 

Open days/times:

• Monday-Saturday: 11-1 p.m., 1-3 p.m., 3-5 p.m., 5-7 p.m.
  • Order same-day until 3 p.m. 
•  Sunday: 11-1, 1-3 p.m. (place order by 10 a.m.)

It may be a little unfair to other states that “The Great Outdoors” is actually synonymous with the Moab area, but we aren’t saying we feel bad about it. Actually, quite the opposite, we love it so much it’s on our license plates, people. Moab is a destination unlike any other, so why not experience it in a unique way? You don’t have to take the same vacation photos as the millions Moab visitors, right?

Don’t worry, it’s not a mirage, it’s an actual luxury in the desert surrounded by some of the world’s most famous, scenic red rock landscapes. Oliver Gibbons, general manager of Sorrel River Ranch, says the ranch allows guests to immerse in nature, and enjoy activities you can’t usually get in Moab. “You’re not doing the typical tourist experience,” Gibbons says.

World-class dining, private excursions, it’s all at your fingertips and the best part, Utahns? It’s family-friendly. When can you find luxury that the kids can also enjoy? Sorrel River boasts a petting zoo on top of an endless list of activities for junior ranch wranglers including equestrian adventures. If all of the hiking, biking, and outdoor beauty seems overwhelming, then just get off the grid. Garden and cooking demos are also offered on the ranch but squeeze those in between a little rest and relaxation while enjoying views for days. “We go beyond luxury and create unforgettable experiences. At Sorrel River Ranch, you are on an expedition, you really are an adventurer.”

Sorrel River Ranch & Spa

Mile 17, UT-128, Maob
435-259-4642
sorrelriver.com

Trekking through the great outdoors is, oh so much better when you can do it safely and in style. It’s no secret that it seems the Subaru was basically built for Utah’s top tier terrain, and Mark Miller Subaru is the hometown outfitter to get you set on your adventures. Ninety-seven percent of Subaru vehicles sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today, and it’s not like Utah landscapes take it easy on them.

From the depths of our slot canyons to the heights of mountain peaks, the safety, reliability and dependability of a Mark Miller Subaru never waivers. Mark Miller Subaru is the best kind of neighbor any Utahn could ask for: kind, generous, helpful and always looking out for your safety.

The dealership is a small, family-owned business in its fourth generation of family ownership. The formula for success is the same today as when they opened in 1953: Stellar customer service, haggle-free competitive vehicle pricing, and care for the community. The sales staff doesn’t work on commission. They are just sincere people with a transparent approach who work to make sure you get all-wheel drive, safety controls and options for your outdoor driving experience, all while supporting charity through the “Love Promise” Program. The Mark Miller Subaru “Love Promise” works with local nonprofits to support their work and strengthen the community. Since 2010, they’ve donated $2.6 million to charity. “We’re going to invest in our community regardless, but reincorporating as a Benefit Corporation is our proclamation to the world that being a good corporate citizen is part of our DNA,” says CEO Jeff Miller.

Mark Miller Subaru Midtown

3535 S. State Street, SLC
888-859-6198
markmillersubarumidtown.com

Mark Miller Subaru Southtowne

10920 S. State Street, Sandy
888-237-5075
markmillersubarusouthtowne.com

Our 2021 Holiday gift guide is here! Discover unique and special gifts as well as solutions for your holiday gathering from Salt Lake magazine’s experts in finding that perfect gift for everyone on your list. 

Aviva Woman

Give her Utah’s most radiant facial treatment—AVIVA WOMAN’s Micro-Infusion facial. This exclusive treatment infuses the skin with vitamins and peptides to help restore the skin’s natural glow.   

$330 | 75 minute

999 E. Murray Holladay Rd., Ste 204, Millcreek
801-500-0919

Glass House

Glass House is a happy modern design gallery and gift store with unique items, sourced locally and globally. Beautiful products are shared on social media and available for purchase online.

3910 S. Highland Dr., Millcreek  
@glasshouseslc
801-274-2720

Cache Toffee Collection

Give a gift they will treasure—all year long. Gift our Toffee of the Month membership for a delicious treat that lasts long past the holidays.

Individual boxes are available at Harmons, Whole Foods Market Utah, The Store, The Market at Park City and online. 

863-333-5453

Maven Oak Creative

Maven Oak creates artistically inspired platters, grazing tables, platter boxes, gift cards, private workshops and charcuterie cups. Choose the platter life for your next event or gift to someone special.

hello@mavenoakcreative.com
@mavenoakcreative

Red Butte Garden Gift Shop

Find a unique selection of botanic-inspired gifts including specialty honey and tea products, vintage puzzles, fine jewelry, designer bags, accessories, greeting cards, gardening books, home and holiday décor, fairy garden supplies and more!  

300 Wakara Way, SLC
801-585-0556

O.C. Tanner Jewelers

Messika My Move bracelet, featuring a leather double loop bracelet with a freely moving brilliant cut diamond motif. An ultra-versatile piece of luxury jewelry to suit any style. Motif in yellow gold, rose gold, or graphite titanium with a variety of bracelet strap colors available. 

15 S. State St., SLC
801-532-3222

416 Main St., Park City
435-940-9470 

Salt Lake City Golf

Give the gift of golf this holiday season! Save on gift cards and merchandise at all Salt Lake City golf courses throughout the month of December. 

801-485-7730

Sugar House Distillery, LLC

Sugar House Distillery is an award winning grain to glass distillery located in Salt Lake City. We distill our Vodka, Rum, Malt, Rye and Bourbon Whiskey using local grains. All of our spirits are distilled and bottled by Sugar House Distillery.

2212 S. West Temple, Unit #14, SLC
801-726-0403

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Name Droppers is a high-end designer resale boutique specializing in women’s and men’s designer luxury clothing and accessories and was founded in 1995 by Tiffany Colaizzi. Tiffany’s love for people and fashion has led her to create the perfect place to shop for any occasion or event.

When you walk into Name Droppers you may feel like you’ve just entered a high-end designer boutique. “Don’t be fooled by the beauty of the shop— the deals are there!” Tiffany says.  

Items are priced half to a third of retail prices. Most clients stop by often, as new items are put out daily. (Follow the store on Instagram @namedroppers where Tiffany and her team post first looks at the new arrivals.) Tiffany and her team of expert stylists make you feel like family upon arrival. They also have in-house styling available to help you find your perfect look. 

If you are looking to resell some of your gently used designer goods, Name Droppers works on a consignment model. The higher end your items are, the higher the commission.

Not everything in the shop is gently loved, however. They also carry brand new inventory. Name Droppers receives merchandise daily from individuals, boutiques and reps from all over the country. 

“That’s why Name Droppers is so special, you never know what you’ll find,” Tiffany says. “Name Droppers has something for everyone!”

Pro Tip: On the last Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of every month, Name Droppers has a 50% off clearance sale at both locations.

Name Droppers

Main Store: 3355 S. Highland Drive, SLC
801-486-1128
Outlet Store: 2350 E. Parley’s Way, SLC
801-474-1644
shopnamedroppers.com
Instagram: @namedroppers

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Designer Kristin Rocke’s magic lies in her ability to conjure solutions from thin air. Owner of the award-winning design firm K Rocke Design, she says her greatest challenge and deepest satisfaction comes from giving the client what they want before they know they want it. 

“We work on entire homes from the ground up starting with interior architecture, materials and detailing all the way to finish details,” she says of her all-female leadership team. K Rocke is most experienced with new-build residences, energized by working with architects, contractors, and clients. Rocke adds that she also gets excited about remodels. “I’m a solutions person, and remodeling is all about unmasking ideas and solutions.” 

However, with awards including “Top 10 Designers to Watch” by Traditional Home and features in Utah Style and Design, Luxe, House Beautiful, Florida Design, Boca Design, Park City magazine and The Salt Lake Tribune, K Rocke Interior Design has moved beyond merely problem-solving and into the realm of astonishment. 

“You can find ideas on Pinterest, you can find solutions in magazines, but my clients want to be taken somewhere unexpected,” she says. Her art lies in tapping each one’s individuality and creating a space where form and function harmonize into an exuberant life. “A home and its contents are the ultimate manifestations of human expression. How we live influences who we are.”

While you’ll find K Rocke’s residential and hospitality work gracing numerous structures in Deer Valley, Park City and elsewhere statewide, it also boasts a coast-to-coast and international presence. Her team’s design work can be found in places as diverse as a renovated Manhattan apartment to the Rancho Santana resort in Nicaragua, five ski resort lodges, to the Lion’s Club and Audi Executive Club at the Rio Tinto Stadium.

In an industry saturated with creative minds, those who also possess a “get it done” ethos rise above, says Kristin, who attributes the firm’s success “during the best and worst of times” to both her team’s artistry and their dogged work ethic. “It’s part of what makes us truly stand out,” she says.

Kristin expanded her business to include Glass House, a curated boutique featuring unique, and unforeseen items to elevate tastes. Glass House sells original, ever-changing art, contemporary light fixtures, rugs and eye-catching baskets, pillows, vases and planters. 

K Rocke Interior Design/Glass House

3910 S. Highland Dr., Millcreek
801-274-2720
krockedesign.com
Instagram: @krockedesign

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Searching for your next great adventure? Only 90 minutes from Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, Idaho Falls is a destination without limitation that offers lower hotel prices and great food and entertainment.

While the proximity to two of the world’s most famous national parks, draws many visitors there is so much more. Idaho Falls is surrounded by world-class fishing waters, white water rafting, hiking, biking, zip-lining, and so much more. 

Walk the River

And what better way to end a busy day than to stroll the award-winning River Walk? Stretch your legs along the 5 miles of paved trail to explore both sides of Idaho Falls’ namesake waterfall on the Snake River. Wind through the heart of Idaho Falls strolling past restaurants, shopping, art galleries while you enjoy the natural beauty. Enjoy a leisurely game of frisbee golf at Freeman Park, dine in one of the many riverside restaurants, or enjoy an outdoor movie or concert in the park.

See the Bears (and More)

Yellowstone-bound, be sure to include a stop at Yellowstone Bear World, located 20 minutes north of Idaho Falls. During a visit to this drive-through adventure park, visitors can see Rocky Mountain elk, bison, whitetail deer, mule deer, Rocky Mountain goats, moose, American black bear, grizzly bear and gray wolves. 

Shop the Art Scene

Idaho Falls is home to a thriving art community.  With multiple art galleries accessible from our Riverwalk or in our downtown you are sure to find that perfect piece of art you have been looking for. Visitors and locals alike flock to the Riverwalk all summer long to enjoy live music and festivals, movies in the park, a large Saturday farmer market featuring local produce and foodie delights and so much more, Idaho Falls has fast become a regional destination for creators and patrons to come together and share their love of the arts.

Soak in the Springs

Heise Hot Springs, 30 minutes from downtown, truly has something for everyone, guests soak in natural mineral hot springs, splash in the beautiful outdoor pool, enjoy the 350-foot waterslide, or play 9 holes on the executive golf course. The more adventurous will want to try the Heise Zipline, a 10-zipline course covering more than 1.5 miles of beautiful scenery.

Even More Waterfalls?

A short 45-minute drive and you are at Mesa Falls, a thunderous curtain of water—as tall as a 10-story building—that pours over remnants of an ancient volcanic super-eruption. A mile south, Lower Mesa Falls repeats the performance, the river continually chiseling away at the solidified ash and lava. The beautiful Upper and Lower Mesa Falls are the last natural waterfalls on the Snake river, unaffected by manmade influences. 

Consistently ranked as one of America’s top places to live, Idaho Falls is home to amazing restaurants and pubs. The dining scene includes many locally owned and operated restaurants that delight visitors all year long.

Whether you’re looking for five-star dining, a great burger, ethnic specialties, authentic chuck wagon dining, or a great local craft beer, Idaho Falls has what you are looking for. Restaurateurs here are passionate about serving amazing food in a friendly and inviting setting. It is no wonder that national park travelers are choosing to stay in Idaho Falls where they enjoy incredible cuisine and hometown hospitality all at affordable prices not found in the parks.  

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Idaho Falls is the perfect destination for your next adventure. To plan your next trip, visit visitidahofalls.com