Eric Martinson, Economist
One of the great aspects of Utah’s overall economy is in its diversity. Utah’s economy has consistently been able to mirror the nation’s economic diversity, with manufacturing in the northern Wasatch Front and Wasatch Front regions, oil and gas in the Uintah Basin, coal mining in Castle Country and the tech hub of Utah County. Another important industry which capitalizes on Utah’s diverse geographical landscape is tourism and recreation, from skiing in the winter in the Wasatch Mountains to spring-through-fall recreation in red rock country. Home to the ultimate red rock experience in Moab, Arches and Canyon Lands (among other recreational hotspots), Grand County is a mecca for those wishing to recreate, which occurs mostly during the warmer months of the year. The unique nature of this local economy provides and interesting dynamic in its highly-seasonal labor market activities. I have created three visualizations illustrating the degree of Grand County’s seasonality in terms of employment activity.
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Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Moab businesses prepare for busy tourism season
Moab is putting on a fresh face for the upcoming tourism season with some local businesses renovating their decor, others are expanding and several new shops and restaurants opening.
The Best Western Greenwell Inn and Eddie McStiff’s have both been remodeled, and Slickrock Café received a new coat of paint along with new dishes and appetizers.
The new Essential Home store opening in March will offer kitchen utensils along with wine, tea and coffee accessories and souvenirs.
Twisted Sistas’ Cafe will join the ranks of Moab eateries with its grand opening Friday, March 1.
Scarlet Rox Salon and Lash Works will be opening next month offering haircuts, coloring, waxing, sculptured acrylic nails, eyelash extensions, shampoo sets and shaves.
Moab also will have another Mexican restaurant this year. Los Dos Amigos will be located at 2728 S. U.S. 191. Moab Times-Independent
The Best Western Greenwell Inn and Eddie McStiff’s have both been remodeled, and Slickrock Café received a new coat of paint along with new dishes and appetizers.
The new Essential Home store opening in March will offer kitchen utensils along with wine, tea and coffee accessories and souvenirs.
Twisted Sistas’ Cafe will join the ranks of Moab eateries with its grand opening Friday, March 1.
Scarlet Rox Salon and Lash Works will be opening next month offering haircuts, coloring, waxing, sculptured acrylic nails, eyelash extensions, shampoo sets and shaves.
Moab also will have another Mexican restaurant this year. Los Dos Amigos will be located at 2728 S. U.S. 191. Moab Times-Independent
Friday, June 8, 2012
Four Corners Visitors Can Now use Map, Website
Few areas of the United States possess as many national parks and monuments, ancient American Indian sites and scenery as the Four Corners of Utah, Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico.
Places such as Mesa Verde and Canyonlands national parks; Aztec, Hovenweep, Natural Bridges, Canyon de Chelly and Chaco Canyon national monuments; and Monument Valley combine with the culture of the Navajo and Hopi tribes to make a visit to the area a fascinating journey.
The four states are launching a major four-state geotourism initiative Saturday at Aztec Ruins National Monument. Geotourism is defined as tourism that sustains or enhances the geographic character of a place, its environment, culture, aesthetics and the well being of residents. It’s a collaboration between National Geographic, the Utah/Colorado Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway, area nonprofit organizations and state, local and federal government agencies.
The event celebrates the release of two new products designed to promote the area.
National Geographic is releasing a full-color, waterproof, tear-resistant map called "The Four Corners Region —Trail of the Ancients." The map provides directions to historic structures and archeological sites, scenic landscapes, wildlife viewing areas, trails, outdoor recreation, local cuisine, festivals, artists and river guides.
The second product is the Four Corners Region — Trail of the Ancients" interactive website at www.fourcornersgeotourism.com. This is also a National Geographic production. Salt Lake Tribune
Places such as Mesa Verde and Canyonlands national parks; Aztec, Hovenweep, Natural Bridges, Canyon de Chelly and Chaco Canyon national monuments; and Monument Valley combine with the culture of the Navajo and Hopi tribes to make a visit to the area a fascinating journey.
The four states are launching a major four-state geotourism initiative Saturday at Aztec Ruins National Monument. Geotourism is defined as tourism that sustains or enhances the geographic character of a place, its environment, culture, aesthetics and the well being of residents. It’s a collaboration between National Geographic, the Utah/Colorado Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway, area nonprofit organizations and state, local and federal government agencies.
The event celebrates the release of two new products designed to promote the area.
National Geographic is releasing a full-color, waterproof, tear-resistant map called "The Four Corners Region —Trail of the Ancients." The map provides directions to historic structures and archeological sites, scenic landscapes, wildlife viewing areas, trails, outdoor recreation, local cuisine, festivals, artists and river guides.
The second product is the Four Corners Region — Trail of the Ancients" interactive website at www.fourcornersgeotourism.com. This is also a National Geographic production. Salt Lake Tribune
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