Well, as far as places to stay down there, there are a lot of hotel/motels and most are just standard. I dont know of any really great places to stay there but there are a lot of choices. Southern Utah is a great place to go for sights. be sure and visit Zions and Bryce. They are both great. I dont know about Dead horse. I have never been there. and you are right, cell phones will not work. also be sure and gas up when you see a gas station. they are few and far between and when you see one you need to take advantage because you might not see one for a long time.
as far as Denver goes, I know we took a tour of the U.S. Mint where they mint coins. it was a great tour but you need to get there pretty early or you wont get in for the day. Also another fun tour is to go to Golden CO and take a tour of the Coors beer plant. They show you every thing about making beer.. I dont even drink but I find these kinds of tours are really fun and interesting.
Good luck and if you need anything else, just let me know.
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