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What’s better than effortlessly setting your skis on edge along an immaculately groomed run? Having that run all to yourself. This ethereal experience is what you’ll get when you book Deer Valley’s First Tracks. Along with up to 19 of your friends (advanced-intermediate skiers and better only), you’ll get exclusive guided access to Deer Valley’s Bald Mountain for an entire golden hour before the resort opens for the rest of us at 9 a.m. The cost is $10,000; daily lift ticket not included. Reserve at least 10 days in advance.—MF

Like Door Dash for your gear, get ski and snowboard rentals conveniently delivered right to your front door with Black Tie Ski Rentals. Performance, premium, and junior rental packages are available, featuring new equipment from top brands such as Atomic, Kastle, K2, Nordica, and more. Black Tie customizes your package based on your ability and current snow conditions. On your chosen delivery date and time, a ski concierge will deliver the goods to your home or hotel and ensure everything fits properly. And if anything goes awry on the mountain, Black Tie techs will meet you to make adjustments or replace equipment if needed. —TW

Skip the lift lines altogether in favor of 15,000 skiable acres of pristine terrain in the Uinta Mountains with Park City Powder Cats. Book a snowcat skiing or snowboarding tour for access to open bowls, pristine glades, and untracked powder. Rates are $990 per person or $9,900 for a private cat tour. Advanced or expert skiers and riders only.—TW

If you like fast cars, fine wines, and unforgettable experiences, then a membership to Park City’s private Warehouse Motorclub is right up your alley. Whether you’re a car collector or a casual enthusiast, membership grants you access to a fleet of super cars and sports cars; storage for your own vehicle in a showroom-like environment; and clubhouse amenities including racing simulators, chef-prepared food, and a full bar and lounge. Members also get exclusive access to a variety of events, from drives and track days to pop-up dinners and art talks, as well as Warehouse’s quarterly signature events, such as attending Formula One in Miami, Laguna Seca racing school, or a rally through Europe and Asia.—TW

Take to the skies for an unforgettable bird’s-eye view of Park City’s snow-covered peaks, Utah’s national parks, or one of the country’s most iconic pieces of land art—the Spiral Jetty, located on Great Salt Lake’s remote northeastern shore—with a helicopter tour from Wasatch Adventure Guides. —MF

Experience a true winter wonderland with a horsedrawn sleigh ride at Deer Valley Resort (available Wednesday through Sunday for $50 for up to six guests), followed by the resort’s indulgent, four-course Fireside Dining experience. —TW

It would be a shame to visit Park City and not sample some of the area’s breathtaking landscapes beyond the chairlift. Enter Park City Yoga Adventures, offering an exclusive, nature-immersive adventure that’ll make you look forward to your non-ski day. Snowshoe with your PCYA guide (or ride in a heated snowcat) through snowy hillsides and quaking aspen stands to a cozy backcountry yurt where you’ll be led through a restorative yoga session. Make this soulful experience even more special by adding on a locally sourced charcuterie board and Dendric Estate mountain cider. —MF  

Après

Après Chalet at Goldener Hirsch: Put your ski boots up and relax on the Goldener Hirsch patio while sipping an Express-O Lift martini. Or get cozy by the fireplace inside the newly renovated Goldener Hirsch Restaurant (opening December 15), and enjoy Champagne cocktails and a new menu by Executive Chef Jeff O’Neill, plus Bavarian-inspired favorites, such as fondue, apple strudel, and housemade pretzels.—TW

Chute Eleven at Deer Valley Resort: Cruise by Deer Valley’s new après hot spot for bubbly, caviar bumps, charcuterie, and curated small bites, including an over-the-top seafood tower and a decadent grilled cheese with lobster and caviar. Located next to Empire Canyon Lodge, the luxe yurt reopens December 13; hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. —TW

The Vintage Room at St. Regis Deer Valley: A favorite destination to party with pals, this 1,600-square-foot, heated outdoor bar and lounge—situated on the upper resort ski beach—serves signature cocktails, wine, beer, and Champagne by the half and full bottle, as well as freshly shucked oysters and sushi. The fun returns December 6; open Wednesday through Sunday throughout ski season.—TW

Eat

For a dining experience unlike any other, order the 1876 Burger Experience at the newly reimagined Après Lounge at Montage Deer Valley. For $1,876, you’ll get an A5 Wagyu burger topped with golden Osetra caviar, tempura king crab, asparagus white truffle brie, and béarnaise sauce on a gold-leaf bun, plus an exclusive invitation to Burns Saddlery on Main Street—the oldest family-owned Western retailer in the world, established in 1876—to create your own custom cowboy hat. The experience also includes Yellowstone Select Bourbon, Krug Grande Cuvee Champagne, and a Padron Anniversario 1964 Cigar.  —TW

Experience Michelin-star, Italian dining without the plane trip at Deer Valley’s  Taste of Luxury Series. Renowned Chef Enrico Bartolino takes the stage January 9–10, likely serving a signature risotto dish. The $350 price tag includes a multicourse dinner, wine pairing, and a VIP meet-and-greet with the 14-starred Michelin chef. On January 11, join the Tuscan-born Bartolino at a cooking class to learn some master techniques for his contemporary Italian cuisine.  —ID

Dine in the comfort and coziness of a private snow globe at Goldener Hirsch this winter. Beginning December 1, locals and hotel guests can sup in one of three new, private Alpenglobes. Each accommodates up to eight guests for the two-hour prix fixe dining experience. The cost is $250 per person with an optional wine pairing for $145 per person. 435-649-7770 —TW

After a day sliding around in the snow, let Park City Elite Private Chefs prepare a fabulous, restaurant-quality meal for you in your rental or home kitchen. Their craveable meals range from come-as-you-are family-style buffets to eight-course fêtes with passed appetizers, plated service, and wine pairings. PCEPC’s roster of nine local culinary rockstars can accommodate all tastes, preferences, and dietary restrictions—deliciously. 435-659-4657 —MF 

From its 7452 Bloody Mary to the daily Champagne sabering ritual, the St. Regis Deer Valley is a go-to for luxe experiences and rarefied details. It comes as little surprise, then, that one of Park City’s haute dining rooms is found inside the hotel. At its  Wine Vault, a 10,000-bottle wine cellar, you and your guests (up to 40) can enjoy a vintner-led dining experience or simply indulge in a multicourse meal, prepared by expert chefs. It’s a venue you’ll not soon forget. 435-940-5760 —MF

The High Chocolate experience at Grand Hyatt Deer Valley’s Remington Hall is similar to a traditional high tea, but gourmet hot cocoa is the star of this afternoon show. Each cup of rich, hand-poured drinking chocolate is served with a homemade red velvet cookie; a spread of additional sweet and savory treats is available to order. For an adult version, spike your cocoa with a shot of Bailey’s, Frangelico, or Rittenhouse rye. Available daily from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Reservations required. 435-574-1234 —TW

Spas

Park City’s newest spa, Agaci Spa & Wellness, located at Grand Hyatt Deer Valley, incorporates holistic techniques and plant-based products inspired by Eastern healing traditions. Book the 80-minute Serene Sunset treatment: The evening experience begins with aromatherapy, warm towels, and a cocoon-like blanket for deep relaxation, followed by a full-body massage using CBD oil and warm stones, plus a grounding foot and scalp massage. 435-731-4552—TW

Spa Montage at Montage Deer Valley recently launched a partnership with master facialist Fatma Shaheen of Skin Design London to offer two exclusive treatments: the 90-minute SDL Face Tight Facial, which includes cleansing, exfoliation, oxygen therapy, and a microcurrent “facelift,” and the 60-minute SDL Vitamin Skin Glow Facial, which focuses on lymphatic drainage combined with a vitamin-infused skin peel. 435-604-1400 —TW

For head-to-toe bliss, book the 120-minute Double Black Diamond Experience at Pendry Park City’s Spa Pendry. The treatment combines a thermal body polish, brightening fruit peel, and black diamond-enhanced cream, followed by a facial with anti-aging actives, a smoothing wand, and massage. 435-513-7180 —TW

Stay

If you’re like Lisa Barlow, Premiere Park City owner and star of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and you don’t, as she infamously said, “carry Coach and don’t fly coach,” consider booking the Aero x Stein Ericksen Lodge travel package the next time you head to Park City. It includes discounts on best available room rates and round-trip flights from Los Angeles in one of Aero’s sleek semi-private jets, plus daily breakfast for two at Stein’s Glitretind Restaurant and $100 daily resort credit for food, drinks, and spa treatments. Aero flights are now landing at Heber Valley Airport, so you can go from tarmac to ski trails in less than 30 minutes.—TW  

Just in time for ski season, the Chateaux Deer Valley has completed a three-year makeover that includes renovated guest rooms; a new heated pool, spa, and gym; and a refreshed lobby and lounge. Also newly renovated, the on-site Cena Ristorante has new menu offerings from Chef Tobin Torrez inspired by the Alpine regions of Italy. This spring, the Forbes Four-Star property will also add an arrival circle with a new valet station. —ID

Last December, plans were announced to build Four Seasons Resort and Residences Deer Valley in the new Deer Valley East Village. Designed by ODA Architecture, the property will feature 134 guest rooms and suites, and 123 private residences with ski-in/ski-out access. The resort will feature four dining options, including a ski-in/ski-out lounge with an outdoor terrace and fireplace, as well as extensive wellness and fitness facilities—saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, and a spa—to relax and recharge after a day on the slopes. Guests and residents will also have access to indoor and outdoor pools, an indoor sports court, an ice rink, and more than 50 miles of hiking and biking trails when the snow melts. Construction is currently underway; the resort is slated to open in 2028. —TW

The first property to open in Deer Valley East Village, Grand Hyatt Deer Valley welcomed the first skiers and travelers to the area last season and continues to expand its offerings for the 2025–26 season. The massive stone-and-glass hotel is like a modern-day castle: It boasts 436 guest rooms—including a 2,000-square-foot Presidential Suite complete with a wraparound balcony, office, and kitchen—and 55 private residences. For food and drinks, there’s Remington Hall restaurant, Hidden Ace lounge and bar, and Double Blacks coffee shop. And for fun, there’s a pool with spectacular panoramic views, three hot tubs, a fitness center, game room, the newly opened Agaci Spa, and a large outdoor terrace with firepits and lawn games. If you’re in need of ski rentals, equipment can be delivered directly to your room and custom-fitted via Ski Butlers. This family-friendly hotel also welcomes Fido (for a fee) and offers branded bowls and beds, plus a dedicated dog run, for the duration of your stay. 1702 Glencoe Mountain Way —TW     

Following a $21 million renovation, the former Park City Peaks Hotel has been reimagined as Hotel Thaynes (named after the historic Thaynes Chairlift, a three-mile mineshaft turned underground ski lift in the 1960s), now part of Marriott International’s boutique Tribute Portfolio collection. Upgrades to the 128-room property include spa-inspired bathrooms, new balconies, ski storage facilities, an expanded sauna, a fitness center, an indoor and outdoor pool, and an overall design refresh featuring warm colors and art installations. The popular on-site restaurant, Versante Hearth + Bar, remains, but with a fresh new look. 2346 Park Ave —TW

Shop

When it comes to jewelry trends, “Big diamonds are making a comeback,” says Dominique Anderson of O.C. Tanner Jewelers. From sparkling pendants and tennis necklaces to statement earrings and cocktail rings, bling-bling is the thing. But it’s not all about bold looks: “Mini watches are also hot right now—Cartier has so many fabulous styles,” adds Anderson, including petite versions of the Baignoire de Cartier, Panthère de Cartier, Tank Louis Cartier, and Tank Américaine watches. 416 Main St —TW

For a fashion and beauty fix, head to Cake Boutique, which occupies two adjoining stores on Main Street (one store features clothing and accessories, the other offers makeup and skincare). This winter, Cake hosts trunk shows for designer denim brands AGOLDE and Citizens of Humanity, as well as a special event with makeup artists from Victoria Beckham Beauty, all taking place January 23 and 24, the first weekend of the Sundance Film Festival. 577 Main St —TW

Step out in style this season in handcrafted cowboy boots from Dallas-based Miron Crosby. This December 19–21 and 26–28, the Lodge at Blue Sky hosts a Western pop-up with the bespoke bootmaker inside the resort’s Speyside Yurt. Customize a pair of boots with hand-stitched monograms or intricate inlays while enjoying whisky cocktails from the Macallan and light, seasonal bites.—TW

Whether you’re a cowgirl or a city slicker, every gal needs a good hat (we wear a lot of them, after all). Get yours at the Park City outpost of JW Bennett, the female-founded and female-run handmade hat brand based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Choose from classic Western styles in a range of hues; add a leather, beaded, feather, stone, or embroidered hat band for added flair. 364 Main St, #2—TW