Your Full Guide to the Zion National Park Shuttle System With Maps, Tips, and More

First time visiting Zion? It’s breathtaking, but you can’t just drive into the main canyon.

For much of the year, getting around means using the park’s shuttle system. Our guide explains how it works, where the longest lines form, and the easiest way to skip them. We also cover two important updates for 2026.

Check out the full guide (or bookmark it for later).

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Fjällräven’s Spring Lineup

We spend a lot of time on the trail at Matador, and spring is when the best new gear drops. Fjällräven’s latest lineup is built for wherever your next trek takes you.

Photos: Fjällräven

Some of our favorites*:

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Actionable Ways You Can Reduce Your Ski Trip's Carbon Footprint

Few things beat a great day on the slopes. But ski travel has an environmental impact. The good news is that small choices can make a big difference.

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How to Do the 2026 World Cup Right in Kansas City

Kansas City will host six World Cup matches, including a quarterfinal. The city will also serve as a base camp hub for Algeria, Argentina, England, and the Netherlands. That means fans staying in the city center will likely share trains, coffee lines, and pubs with supporters from around the world.

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When the Snow Doesn’t Show, Grand Hyatt Vail Has a Plan

Photo: Grand Hyatt Vail

Colorado’s snowpack may be low this season, but Grand Hyatt Vail is still keeping the snow-day spirit alive. The resort’s playful “Snow Day Superstitions” package turns old folklore into a cozy, family-friendly winter escape.

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