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Three top-performing New Zealand travel advisors are newly equipped to sell the diverse landscapes of Utah, following their participation in the Sell Your Way to the USA 2025 incentive programme.

Travellers with an interest in religion as well as architectural and cultural landmarks will have a rare opportunity to walk through the Salt Lake City Temple of the Church of the Latter Day Saints in 2027.

Combining ski with a road trip, exploring a new film trail and experiencing ‘slow travel experiences ‘ like the Canyon Spirit (previously Rocky Mountaineer) are among the reasons to visit Utah currently being promoted by its tourism office.

Three winners of the Sell Your Way to the USA 2023 incentive programme – Melanie Mitchell from Flight Centre Silverdale, Lara Mann from Infinity Holidays and Becs O’Neale from xtravel – have returned after a week of exploration in Utah.

They were hosted by the Utah Office of Tourism in partnership with American Airlines.

American Airlines and five USA destination partners have launched the 2022 Sell Your Way to the USA incentive programme.

This offers New Zealand and Australian travel agents an  opportunity to Sell Their Way to the USA and secure a spot on one of five famil opportunities to travel from October 2022 to March 2023.

Terrific geological contrasts make Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area a must visit for those seeking dramatic scenery. The main feature of the area is a 146-kilometre reservoir at the bottom of a spectacular river gorge that runs 475 metres deep in some places.

Visitors also get great views of the Uinta Mountains and enjoy the refreshing atmosphere of the Ashley National Forest.

However most people head to the area for more than passive viewing – Flaming Gorge is known for its boating, water-skiing, windsurfing and more than 160 kilometres of hiking and mountain biking trails as well as being renowned for some of the best fishing in the west.

Clients wanting to take a deeper dive into the attractions of Utah are sure to be drawn towards one or more of its 43 state parks.

Wildlife viewing areas, wetlands, and historic ruins – those and more are covered by these parks and recreation areas.

An example of a state park with scenery dramatic enough to be named after a famous photographic colour film brand name is Kodachrome Basin State Park.

Clients who are keen to get on their bike will find plenty of options in Utah. Adventure cyclists, including those seeking bikepacking experiences and multi-day trips, will find endless routes to explore.

More casual cyclists can easily access great starter routes and scenic roadways.

The historic city of Ogden, for example, is ideal to explore by bike. The Ogden River Parkway is an urban oasis that includes an extensive trail system. When the ride is over, there’s time to dine out, go shopping or explore the city’s museums.

The craft brewing sector is thriving in Utah, so the state is an ideal place to visit if you enjoy a fine beer. Starting in Salt Lake City, and a fun way to explore the continually expanding and evolving scene, is to purchase a Salt Lake Brewery pass.

The pass functions as an easy to use mobile wallet, containing 12 $5 vouchers. Each of these vouchers can be used at one of 14 different Salt Lake Breweries.

The name St. George may not crop up in too many discussions about travelling in Utah, but this city (one of the fastest growing in the state) is an ideal base camp for many of the attractions in and around Greater Zion.

There’s Zion National Park of course (one of the Mighty 5® National Parks) but also much more.

Visitors will find dozens of golf courses, including the top-rated Entrada at Snow Canyon Country Club. Those seeking a relaxing or wellness retreat will not be disappointed either – clients should check out Green Valley Spa & Resort and Red Mountain Resort.