FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

Under $100: Salt Lake City

by Akhil Kalepu

Jun 28, 2015

Salt Lake City, Utah © Lgouldie | Dreamstime

North America

To start your journey in the Crossroads of the West, consider grabbing breakfast at the Blue Plate Diner. This 50s-inspired partially open-air design invites both locals and visitors to park their bicycles and eat some folksy-hipster chow. Try the pork chili verde — onions, cheddar cheese and black beans — for $7.99.

 

Next, head over the Museum of Contemporary Art. Here, guests can explore the many progressive inspirations in the midst of the traditionally conservative town. While the admission is free, a $5 donation is encouraged.

 

Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, Salt Lake City © Anna C. Brandawo Alves | Flickr

Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, Salt Lake City © Anna C. Brandawo Alves | Flickr

 

For lunch, the Copper Onion in Central City is the place to be. Located next to Sundance Film Festival regular Broadway Centre Cinemas, this chic city bar has a small, but precise menu. Their BBQ Brisket Sandwich on a baguette runs for just $12.

 

If you find yourself in the valley, just northwest of the city, you might consider visiting Miller Motorsports Park. Here, $30 will buy an all-day pass to experience off-road events like motocross and off-road buggy racing, as well as paved-course attractions.

 

Miller Motorsports Park, Salt Lake City © Mike Renlund | Flickr

Miller Motorsports Park, Salt Lake City © Mike Renlund | Flickr

 

About a block from Sugar House Park is one of Salt Lake City’s best bar restaurants — The Fiddler’s Elbow. This lively pool bar has an extensive menu that might be difficult to choose from, but their garlic burger on ciabatta may stand above the rest at $8.95.

 

Finally, end your night at the Gallivan Center, Salt Lake City’s cultural mecca. This park and amphitheater regularly holds popular concerts throughout the summer. For those visiting in the winter, a relaxing nighttime skate might be the right choice at the beautiful ice-skating rink.

 

#TrazeeTravel

Insta Feed
Slideshow
Jan 21, 2025

7 Must-Visit European-Looking U.S. Towns

It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s seven must-visit European-looking U.S. towns.

Seoul: Your Favorite Worldwide City

Seoul is the place for your next bleisure destination.

Destinations / North America
Jan 21, 2025

Tucson, Arizona, Launches New Astro Trail

Tucson, Arizona, just launched a new Astro Trail, highlighting some of the best spots in and around the area for stargazing. The trail, now available as a web app and printed guide, takes you to all of the dark sky-related stops in Tucson, including world-class astronomy institutes like Kitt Peak National Observatory and Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab, where the largest telescope lenses in the world are made.

Hotel
Jan 20, 2025

Hard Rock Brand Introduces New Credit Card

If you never miss the chance to stay at a Hard Rock property during your travels, you’re likely a member of the Unity by Hard Rock loyalty program — and, if so, you need to be sure you’ve signed up for the recently launched Unity by Hard Rock Mastercard credit card.

Madrid: The Charm of an Authentic City

They say Madrid is in vogue for many reasons: its lifestyle, its heritage, its cuisine and all of its new attractions. And it’s true, because Madrid is on the radar of travelers looking for a cutting-edge destination that still holds onto its essence. Join us as we explore its charms.

Hotel
Jan 20, 2025

Lunar New Year Giveaway from Walker Hotels, Asian American Art Alliance

The Lunar New Year takes place Jan. 29. To celebrate, Walker Hotels, offering boutique properties in both Greenwich Village and Tribeca, and Asian American Art Alliance, dedicated to strengthening Asian American artists and cultural groups, will ring in Year of the Snake with a red envelope giveaway for chances to win prizes including up to $500 in cash and a free hotel stay.