OFFICIAL RACE HOTEL - THE ZERMATT RESORT
Zermatt Resort, MidwayThe Zermatt Resort & Spa, Utah's newest spectacular resort, spa and conference destination is located right in Midway, only 5 minutes from the Soldier Hollow race venue and is only 45 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. This charming mountain community of Midway was first settled by Swiss immigrants in 1860, and today is best known for its wide offering of outdoor recreational activities. Come spend your BAM race weekend at the one-of-a-kind Zermatt Hotel, Resort & Spa, complete with:

    - 226 luxurious guest rooms and suites
    Zermatt Resort, Midway - 126 condominiums ranging from 1-3 bedroooms
    - Full Service Business Center
    - 2 gourmet restaurants - Schneitter's - offers a European style elegant dining approach and Matty's Bistro - offers casual dining featuring a brick oven and full service bar
    - Full Service European Spa - Complete Fitness and Wellness Center
    - Indoor/Outdoor Pool and Hot Tubs
    - On-site Adventure Concierge and sports equipment rental through the Adventure Haus
    - 18 hole executive putting course
    - On-site European Bakery and Gelato Shop
    - On-site childcare/babysitting through the Kids Club
    - European inspired carousel for kids of all ages

The Battle at Midway Triathlon 2008 packages are listed below. The Zermatt reservation system will accepting bookings via their toll free number 1-866-920-6801. Those wishing to receive the 2008 BAM discounted rates, will need to reference the booking code “BAM-08” through the Zermatt reservation agents.

    ALPINE GUESTROOM $129
    Alpine Guestroom: Features 1 king or 2 queen beds, desk and flat screen TV

    ALPINE SUPERIOR $149
    Alpine Superior: Features 1 king or 2 queen beds, desk and flat screen TV, microwave & refrigerator.

    VILLA ONE-BEDROOM $229
    Villa 1: The one-bedroom villas feature a separate bedroom, full kitchen, deck or patio, and a living area with flat screen TV, dining table, fireplace and sofa sleeper. The bath comes complete with a double whirlpool tub and separate shower. Comfortably sleeps four.

    VILLA TWO-BEDROOM $329
    Villa 2: These villas feature two separate bedrooms and baths, full kitchen, deck or patio, and a living area with flat screen TV, dining table, fireplace and sofa sleeper. The master bath comes complete with a double whirlpool tub and separate shower. Comfortably sleeps eight.

    VILLA THREE-BEDROOM $429
    Villa 3: At approximately 1,200-square-feet, these villas feature three separate bedrooms and baths, a full kitchen, deck or patio, and a living area with dining table, flat screen TV, fireplace and sofa sleeper. The master bath comes complete with a double whirlpool tub and separate shower. Comfortably sleeps 12.
These prices reflect a 45-55% discount off Zermatt's rack rates, an outstanding value!!! To learn more about the Zermatt facilities, visit them online at: http://zermatt.dolce.com
    PHONE RESERVATIONS: 1-866-920-6801 - Use discount code "BAM-08"

ADDITIONAL AREA LODGING
Heber Valley Bed & Breakfasts, Spas & Resorts - for a complete list click HERE
Heber Valley Hotels & Motels - for a complete list click HERE
Heber Valley Campgrounds - Wasatch Mountain State Park
Heber Valley RV Parks - for a complete list click HERE
Park City Loding - for additional loding options outside of the Heber Valley click HERE

PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE HOMESTAYS
Homestays provided for professional athletes on a limited basis. Please contact our Professional Athlete Coordinator, Mike Mamales, for assistance - mike at bamtriathlon dot com

AREA DINING
For a list of Heber Valley dining establishments, CLICK HERE

ATTRACTIONS
The Battle of Midway Triathlon race site is nestled in the middle of the majestic mountain valley of Heber/Midway, Utah. An outdoor paradise, Midway offers opportunities galore to explore the surrounding beauty of the Wasatch Mountains.

Take a guided horseback tour through Wasatch Mountain State Park. Soar high above Heber Valley in a hot-air balloon. For easy access to the slopes to go mountain biking, take advantage of complimentary transportation to Deer Valley's® Jordanelle Express Gondola, located just 12 minutes away. From world-class recreational activities and majestic natural beauty to quaint shops and boutiques, the Battle at Midway Triathlon places you just minutes away from a host of exciting Utah tourist attractions, including:

- Wasatch Mountain State Park (1 mile)
- Provo River - Blue Ribbon Fly fishing ( 3 miles)
- Heber Valley Historic Railroad (5 miles)
- Cascade Springs (10 miles)
- Deer Creek Reservoir (12 miles)
- Jordanelle Reservoir (12 miles)
- Deer Valley's Jordanelle Express Gondola (12 miles)
- Park City (18 miles)
- Sundance Resort (Sundance Film Festival) (18 miles)
- Bridal Veil Falls ( 20 miles)
- Olympic Sports Park (24 miles)
- Timpanogos Cave National Monument ( 40 miles)
- LDS Temple Square (50 miles)

BIKE TRANSPORTATION/SHIPPING
Sports Express will be providing bike transportation for The Battle at Midway. They will come to your home or office and pick up your bike and have it waiting for you at Cyclesmith Salt Lake City in Utah. Cyclesmith (250 S. 1300 E., Salt Lake City - 801-582-9870) will be offering an athlete discount for re-assembly of bikes or athletes have the option of re-assembling their bikes themselves. All you do is race and then take your bike back to Cyclesmith SLC, they will disassemble the bike for a discounted price and send it back home for you once the race is over. Sports Express guarantees on-time delivery of your bike or else the cost is refunded and payment of a rental is covered by Sports Express until your bike is reunited with you. Receive $6 off your order when you use promotional code USAT. For price quotes or to book online go to www.SportsExpress.com or call 1-800-357-4174. You're going to love traveling this way!

VENUE DIRECTIONS
SOLDIER HOLLOW LEGACY PARK - 2002 Olympic Drive P.O. Box 2002 Midway, UT 84049
From Salt Lake City: take I-80 East to Silver Creek Junction (exit 146). Go east on U.S. 40 past Jordanelle Reservoir toward Heber City. Take right turn on State Road 113 (100 South) to Midway. Take a left on 113 in Midway, and travel two miles. Turn right just before the railroad tracks and follow signs to Soldier Hollow. Located in Wasatch Mountain State Park, Soldier Hollow is about 53 miles from downtown Salt Lake City.
From Park City: Take State Road 248 East to U.S. 40 to Heber City and then follow U.S. 40 to Highway 189. Take 189 to State Road 113, turn right onto State Road 113. Follow 113 until right after railroad tracks, turn left and follow signs to Soldier Hollow. Located in Wasatch Mountain State Park.
From Provo: Take I-15 South to the Orem 8th north exit to US 189 drive east through Provo Canyon until you reach State Road 113. Turn left onto State Road 113, follow 113 until right after railroad tracks, turn left and follow signs to Soldier Hollow. Located in Wasatch Mountain State Park.

DEER CREEK RESERVOIR - ISLAND BAY - Highway 189 Midway, UT 84049
For BIKE DROP OFF ONLY, NO SPECTATOR VEHICLES will be allowed at Island Bay RACE MORNING, all spectators & athletes must CATCH A SHUTTLE bus at the Soldier Hollow Legacy Park and be shuttled to the race start/swim venue. All spectators will then be shuttled back to transition 2 and the finish at Soldier Hollow.
From Salt Lake City: Take I-80 East to Silver Creek Junction (exit 146). Go east on U.S. 40 past Jordanelle Reservoir toward Heber City until you come to the edge of town, turn west onto Highway 189 and follow 189 to the Island Bay (northern most marina on Deer Creek). Deer Creek is located 10 miles south of Heber.
From Park City: Take State Road 248 East to U.S. 40 to Heber City and then follow above directions to Island Bay.
From Provo: Take I-15 South to the Orem 8th north exit to US 189 drive east through Provo Canyon until you reach Island Bay.