Southern Utah is a great spot for weekend trips if you love the outdoors. I’ve got a bunch of friends who go down every spring for the national parks and always come back talking about how peaceful it is. Never lived there, but definitely see the appeal!

Moved to Southern Utah for work a few years ago, and honestly, the scenery really is hard to beat. Outdoor stuff is everywhere—hiking, biking, just exploring the red rocks. Summers are hot, not gonna lie, but most places have good AC and you get used to the dry heat. One thing that helped me decide was reading up on neighborhoods and cost of living at Utah Real Estate. They cover a lot about what it’s like to live here and break down different cities, so you can see what fits. For me, the biggest pro is how chill and friendly people are. Cons? You might miss the variety of food and nightlife you get in bigger cities, but it grows on you.