From Red Rocks to Snow-Capped Peaks: Aussie Travel Advisors Discover Utah’s Natural Beauty

9 October 2025 - The Utah Office of Tourism, in partnership with Delta Air Lines and Rocky Mountaineer, recently hosted eight of Flight Centre Group’s top-selling travel advisors on a bucket list fam trip to see and experience the icons of Utah. 

The group experienced Utah’s world-renowned national parks, scenic byways, charming towns, and signature hospitality, arming them with firsthand product knowledge to better inspire and sell the destination to Australian travellers.

Canyonlands National Park (image credit below)

The participating travel advisors included Amanda Manning (Flight Centre Sydney Northbridge), Aaron Constantinou (Flight Centre Business Travel Sydney), Skye Moore (Flight Centre Macarthur Square), Melanie Heaphy (Tailby & James Travel Associates), Katrina Kapnopoulos (Flight Centre Luxury Sydney), Amy Mudge (Flight Centre The Pines Elanora), Brett Haynes (Flight Centre Parramatta), and Jacinta Berle (Carrington & James Travel Associates).

Corey Marshall, Utah Office of Tourism’s Account Director for Australia and New Zealand, said: “Hosting these top selling travel advisors was an absolute privilege. By experiencing Utah in person, they return ready to share authentic stories and drive demand for one of the USA’s most visually stunning destinations.”

Key Highlights of the trip:

• Flights with Delta Air Lines in Delta Comfort Plus: with a tour of the Delta Sky Club and Delta One Lounge in LAX and Salt Lake City.

• Rocky Mountaineer: 2 day rail journey from Denver to Moab.

• Moab & National Parks: Canyonlands’ Mesa Arch, Arches’ Delicate Arch, and the otherworldly formations of Goblin Valley provided unforgettable red rock experiences.

• Scenic Byways & State Parks: The group explored Singing Canyon, Kodachrome Basin, and the All-American Scenic Byway 12.

• Bryce Canyon: Sunrise views of the hoodoos and hikes along the Queens Garden Trail proved standout moments.

• Heber Valley: Advisors enjoyed geothermal hot springs, farm-to-table dining, and premium accommodation at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley.

• Park City: The finale included an e-bike city tour, Olympic Park, and a guided food experience along Historic Main Street.

This hand-crafted itinerary balanced outdoor adventure with cultural and culinary highlights, ensuring the group gained a well-rounded understanding of Utah’s year-round appeal for Australian travellers.

What the advisors had to say: 

• Flight Centre Northbridge travel advisor Amanda Manning said, “Seeing Mesa Arch in Canyonlands National Park was unforgettable — the colours and scale of the canyon are something you have to experience to truly appreciate.”

• Flight Centre Macarthur Square’s Skye Moore said, “Goblin Valley State Park was like stepping onto another planet — such a magical and unexpected place.”

• Flight Centre The Pines Elanora’s Amy Mudge commented, “Park City’s combination of history, art, and food made for a perfect finale — such a vibrant and welcoming town.”

The advisors have now returned home motivated and equipped with the stories, imagery, and insights needed to increase sales and showcase why Utah is a must-visit destination for Australian clients.

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Lead image credit: Canyonlands National Park - Nicole Laurie, Delta Air Lines; Aaron Constantinou, Flight Centre Business Travel Sydney; Brett Haynes, Flight Centre Parramatta; Skye Moore, Flight Centre Macarthur Square; Tracey Watters, Visit Utah; Sonsari Davis, Southwest Adventure Tours; Amy Mudge, Flight Centre Pines Elanora; Katrina Kapnopoulos, Flight Centre Luxury Sydney; Christine Gardiner, Rocky Mountaineer; Amanda Manning, Flight Centre Northbridge; Melanie Heaphy, Tailby & James Travel Associates and Jacinta Berle, Carrington & James Travel Associates.