Piper & Scoot

If skiing is your sport of choice, then you know the exciting feeling of racing down the slopes all too well. Head to Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort and you'll soon find out why Outside magazine named it the "No. 1 Ski Resort in North America". If you're not so good on the slopes, the resort is home to summer recreation as well, so you can plan a trip that guarantees fun any time of year. A spa, fine dining and on-site bars are just a few of the perks at this destination.

Every January, Hollywood's best and brightest, as well as some of the industry's smartest and skillful movie makers convene in Salt Lake City for the annual Sundance Film Festival. Strategically held a few weeks before the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards, Sundance sets the stage for the films that are poised for receiving awards and brings attention to those that should be.