Jenny Willden

Throughout Utah you’ll discover hot springs in stunning natural settings that make the hikes and entrance fees to access them worthwhile. But the fun goes beyond sitting and soaking — you’ll find big on-site bonuses like waterslides, paddleboard yoga, camping, and music festivals.

Escape the city and experience Utah the way settlers of yesteryear did — on horseback. Away from modern highways and busy city streets, you can breathe fresh air on trails through the forest, up mountains, and through the canyons surrounding Salt Lake City, along the metropolitan Wasatch Front.

Utah offers a handful of ranches that will bring out your inner cowboy or cowgirl. So dust off your boots, pack your bags, and book a stay at one of these seven dude ranches.

From the sand dunes of Death Valley to the granite peaks of Yosemite, discover the wonders of California's national parks

Whether you come to ski the "Greatest Snow on Earth," tour its historic sights, shop ‘til you drop, or have adventure outdoors, we’ll show you what not to miss on your visit to Salt Lake City.

From old-school Mexican to fresh New American eats, rest assured that whatever creative cuisine you’re craving, you’ll find it in Salt Lake City. When you dine out in Utah’s capital city, make it one of these 10 winning restaurants.

From chic boutiques to hip modern hotels, experience the best of Napa Valley at these eight luxurious resorts ideal for vineyard vacations.

In a changing city, this hip neighborhood is Philadelphia’s new Capital of Cool.

Whether you run or ride your bike, count on this new, tested gear to help you power through the miles. While these items are available online, consider shopping local and supporting your neighborhood bike and running store whenever possible.

Supercharge your vacation planning and decide where to go next with vision boards — a tool designed to discover and focus on your deepest desires.

Where should you stay for your next Sacramento trip? Try these hip hotels and bed and breakfasts.

Yes, you can get a drink in Salt Lake City. Utah’s once restrictive drinking culture is changing fast — along with the arcane laws that long sat on its books. Thanks to this modernization, there’s never been a better time to imbibe in Salt Lake City. Get up to speed with this primer on drinking (responsibly) in Utah.

Whether you dominated the mountain or it dominated you, après-ski calls for great libations in a winning atmosphere. For everything from views to tunes, find your post-ski Park City bar here.

March issue of Sensi Philadelphia with my feature on urban trails.

The 2020 racing season is unlike any other. While many local races have been scrapped entirely for 2020, other favorites are delayed until fall. When (and if) these planned races go on, we imagine they’ll be different. Here are a few to start training for now.