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Basis of Preparation and Principles of Consolidation - Additional Information (Detail) (Glacier Park Inc [Member])	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013 Property Vehicle Lodge
Glacier Park Inc [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Principles Of Consolidation [Line Items]
Number of lodges	5
Number of motor inns	3
Number of hotel	1
Percentage of subsidiary's interest owned by Viad	80.00%

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