Experiences
The Ultimate Vermont Bucket List: 8 Experiences Worth Having
Visiting Vermont this year? Here’s your bucket list for exploring Vermont like a local. Every year, I make a point of playing tourist in my own…
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Erin McCormick
Guides by Erin McCormick
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Food & Drink
The Lake House Pub & Grille: Vermont Waterfront Dining on Lake Bomoseen
The Lake House Pub & Grille has been a longtime favorite on Lake Bomoseen. Here's why I love its waterfront deck and relaxed summer dining experience.
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Resorts
Topnotch Resort in Stowe, Vermont: A Luxury Getaway Worth Considering in Every Season
I've always preferred smaller Vermont inns, but Topnotch Resort in Stowe makes a pretty compelling case for a luxury resort getaway. From its outdoor pools and spa to tennis, dining and mountain views, here's what I loved about my stay and what to know before booking.
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Inns & Bed-and-Breakfasts
The Mad River Valley, Vermont: My Guide to Exploring Waitsfield & Warren
The Mad River Valley has long been one of my favorite Vermont destinations. From smoked meats at The Mad Taco and creemees at Canteen to skiing at Sugarbush, swimming at Warren Falls and exploring Warren Village, here's my guide to spending a weekend in Waitsfield and Warren.
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Breweries
Visiting Hill Farmstead Brewery: A Vermont Craft Beer Pilgrimage
Hill Farmstead Brewery in Greensboro Bend has become a destination for craft beer enthusiasts from around the world. From my first visit in 2015 to memorable birthday releases, here's my guide to enjoying the taproom, sampling vintage bottles and bringing home cans, bottles and growlers.
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Made in Vermont
Vermont-Made Stocking Stuffers: Small Gifts From Local Makers
Looking for stocking stuffers made in Vermont? From Vermont Marshmallow Company and Ursa Major skincare to Farmhouse Pottery, Darn Tough socks and Lake Champlain Chocolates, here are some of my favorite small gifts from Vermont businesses.
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General Stores
The Warren Store: Nearly 200 Years of Vermont History, Food & Community
The Warren Store has been one of my regular stops in the Mad River Valley for years. From its famous sandwiches and bakery to Vermont craft beer and the upstairs boutique, here's why I keep returning to this historic country store in Warren Village.
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Casual Eats
Blackback Pub in Waterbury, Vermont: Great Beer, Pub Nachos & a Prime Downtown Location
Blackback Pub has long been one of Waterbury's best craft beer destinations, with an extensive rotating tap list, friendly bartenders and a cozy Main Street location. But don't overlook the food, particularly the famous pub nachos with smoked bacon, blue cheese and maple-chipotle sauce.
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Fine Dining
Simon Pearce in Quechee, Vermont: Where Craftsmanship Meets Exceptional Dining
Simon Pearce in Quechee combines one of Vermont's most beautiful restaurant settings with live glassblowing demonstrations and a flagship store filled with handmade glassware. From my favorite Woodstock Balloon wineglasses to dinner overlooking the Ottauquechee River, here's why I keep returning.
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Activities
12 Delicious Ways to Use Vermont Maple Syrup (Beyond Pancakes)
Vermont maple syrup is for more than pancakes. Here are 12 delicious ways I use it in drinks, sauces, snacks, vegetables, and everyday cooking.
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