TEXAS LIFESTYLE | Jet Setter
PARK CITY, UTAH: S By Marika Flatt
“As a state, only California has more skiers than Texas. And many of California's skiers never leave the state, choosing to ski the Sierra exclusively. That makes Texas perhaps the most important destination market to ski resorts in Colorado, Utah, Montana and Wyoming.” –zrankings.com
F LY FAST Getting to Park City from Texas is a breeze. Nonstop flights on Delta from all four major markets—DFW, Austin, Houston, San Antonio—head into Salt Lake City airport, with an average threehour flying time. From there, Park City is a quick 35-minute ride to the slopes. This makes Park City an elite resort for Texas shredders. Devout Texas skiers can even leave from home early in the morning and be on the slopes by midday. Here are a few tips to make that a reality: 1. Pack tight (even with bulky ski gear) into a flexible carry-on
suitcase (like Away luggage that expands, plus an Osprey
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backpack for stuffing in a bulky ski jacket.) This way, you won’t have to wait for the luggage carousel. 2. Book a shuttle (such as Express Shuttle Canyon
Transportation) before your trip so you can jump on the next available van. Also, reserve your ski rentals (Canyon Mountain Sports) online prior to your trip, so they’re waiting for you just a quick walk through Canyon Village from The Grand Summit Hotel.
3. Grab a quick bite to eat after you check in to The Grand
Summit Hotel at First Tracks Café. You can get a quick burrito or sandwich along with a protein shake or dessert. (Brownie for quick energy, anyone?)
