Can a $2 billion southern Utah resort compete with Las Vegas for Utah vacationers?

Black Desert in Ivins is targeting Utah residents with discounted rates ahead of official grand opening.

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A view of Black Desert Resort in Ivins and its championship golf course designed by late-golfing great Tom Weiskopf.

(Black Desert Resort) A view of Black Desert Resort in Ivins and its championship golf course designed by late-golfing great Tom Weiskopf.

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