Travel quote by Von Goethe

Posted by Staff in Travel Quotes

“Those who know nothing of foreign languages know nothing of their own”

~Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (German playwright)

Utah Welcomes Skiers With Multiple Personalities…Part IV

Posted by Staff in Budget Thursdays, Utah

The fourth Utah personality….

THE FAMILY ON A BUDGET:

Wolf Creek is a family paradise.  Where else can you rent a brand new luxurious 7 bedroom home, with 3 family rooms, home theater and a gourmet kitchen, that sleeps 16 for only $575 per night…that boils down to only $35 per person for five star luxury. For those with smaller families, Wolf Creek also has condos starting at $125 per night.

The budget conscious yet spacious digs is not the only reason I deem this the ultimate family playground…the ski resort has family written all over it.  The tone is set by the base lodge, which is housed in a vintage dairy barn, instantly giving it a non-intimidating family feel.  The mountain has tons of beginner terrain and even a kid’s ski school set in a Yurt…with lift tickets only costing $32, everyone in the family can join in on the fun.

If your kids are the next Picabo Street or Flying Tomato, then more challenging terrain is not far, with Snowbasin just a short ride away. Owned by the Sun Valley Resort, this super posh mountain has some of Utah’s longest downhill runs.  With no lodging offered, lift ticket prices are still moderate ($63) considering the vast terrain. For more info visit www.wolfcreekutah.com, www.snowbasin.com

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Utah Welcomes Skiers With Multiple Personalities…Part III

Posted by Staff in Utah

The third Utah personality…

THE CUDDLY COUPLE:

If you are looking to hideaway with a loved one, Solitude is your resort. The aptly named resort is a place where you can feel like you are the only two people on the mountain…as one local said, even on the busiest day last year there were no lines for the lifts.

Much like Alta, this is the type of place you never have to leave…but rather than being holed up in one lodge, Solitude has a village layout.  There are several condo complexes, a hotel and a number of restaurants…all with ski-out access.

For ultimate mountain-style romance, you definitely want to checkout The Yurt dining experience. Adventurous diners follow a guide through snow-covered evergreens on cross-country skis or snowshoes to this secluded Mongolian Yurt for a five-course extravaganza. The restaurant’s popularity with visitors and residents alike make reservations required for this fixed price meal that only seats 20.

To continue the romance, the center of the village features an outdoor ice-skating rink, a heated swimming pool and several Jacuzzis.

Solitude is also great for the romantic couple with kids in-tow (A.K.A. a family).  The clubhouse offers activities and movies for children, allowing parents to sneak away for some romance.

For more info visit skisolitude.com

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World Recipe…Japanese Gyoza

Posted by Staff in Japan, World Recipes

Ingredients

▪ 1 lb country-style Pork Sausage 

▪ 1 lb ground lean Pork 

▪ 1 tablespoon soy sauce 

▪ 2 teaspoons chili oil 

▪ 1 carrot, finely shredded 

▪ 4 cloves garlic, minced 

▪ 6 green onions, chopped 

▪ 2-3 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated 

▪ 1/2 medium cabbage, shredded 

▪ 1/2 cup beef broth 

▪ 2 packages gyoza skins 

▪ Peanut oil