Once again, several Park City ski resorts are offering the START (ski today and ride today) program for visitors to Utah. If you’re flying into Salt Lake City and manage to reach the slopes before the lifts close, you can turn your airline boarding pass into a free same-day lift ticket valid at Deer Valley Resort, The Canyons or Park City Mountain Resort.

With the participating resorts about 30 to 40 minutes from the airport, it’s a completely plausible option for many travelers, especially if you’re flying from the East Coast.

The saying ''skis, boots, polls, hats, goggles, gloves'' helps skiers assure they have packed everything needed for a day on the mountain. We are here to remind you that pre-season planning can save you bundles on lift tickets, flights, and hotel reservations (view ski deals). Start planning your vacation to that winter wonderland now, as top ski resorts are starting to open at the end of November.

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