From beer and music festivals to art hops, activities and events in the state of Vermont to travel like a local.
One of the things I love most about Vermont’s changing of the seasons is the different outdoor activities they afford… Even if you’re not a skier or snowboarder, there are ample opportunities to get outdoors in the winter in Vermont and New England. Ask yourself: when was the […]
There’s something utterly special about the experience of cutting your own Christmas tree… ’Tis the season to support a Vermont tree farm! Bundle up and head to your local Christmas tree farm for a choose-and-cut adventure. Many tree farms have sleigh rides, hot cocoa, and wreaths and garland […]
Now through January 6, 2024, grab your someone special, kids, and loved ones and head to Shelburne Museum for Vermont’s most festive light displays, Winter Lights. This experience is one best shared. Walking through a festive lights display is also a surefire way to get you in the […]
Did you know that Vermont has bragging rights to the largest zipper in the North America? If you’ve ever driven or walked down North Main Street in Barre, Vermont, you’ve passed this oversized zipper made of stone… But have you seen it up, close and personal? Or know […]
If you’re looking for ideas to get outside in Vermont in any season, hit the open, car-free road of the recently completed Lamoille Valley Rail Trail (LVRT)… The 93 miles of the rail trail run from Swanton to St. Johnsbury, Vermont. While on the trail, take in the […]
Fall color is still holding on in some parts of Vermont, but we are on the heels of stick season… After the state welcomes many visitors during the height of Vermont summer and for the treat of rich foliage colors during Vermont fall, stick season is forgotten about […]
If you’re traveling through the Northeast Kingdom, especially if you’re on a tour of Vermont’s covered bridges, don’t overlook the quaint town of Cabot. Just outside of downtown, find the AM Foster Covered Bridge. Take in the stunning long Green Mountain views as the backdrop to this bridge. […]
If you’ve ever cruised around Jeffersonville and Stowe, you may have come across a truck full of happy and health golden retrievers of all ages, colors and sizes: The Butternut Hill Golden Retrievers. They’re now local celebrities – perhaps the most famous beings in Vermont. I’ve been in […]
For years I’ve seen signs touting “Foliage Rides Today” displayed around the Mad River Valley, directing leaf peepers up to Mad River Glen to the iconic single chair for fall foliage rides… And recently on the first day of fall, I finally crossed the experience off my Vermont […]
I’m a huge fan of Vermont farmers’ markets in all seasons. Visiting markets is one of the easiest ways to support local farmers, growers, artisans and makers – now especially after the 2023 flooding in Vermont. Did you know Vermont leads the United States in farmers markets, as […]
One of my favorite Vermont activities to do with friends and family visiting Vermont is taking them to Stowe and onto the gondola to experience the epic views from the top of Mount Mansfield. In the spring and summer, you can experience the lushness of the vegetation. In […]
I get asked for Vermont recommendations on a daily basis and a common question I hear is: When’s the best time to visit Vermont? This is such a loaded question since every season in Vermont is special and so different. Some folks love visiting for ski season specifically […]
Since meeting my husband, a true car enthusiast, I have discovered just how robust of a car community there is in Vermont. From cars and coffee get-togethers on the weekends, to Park & Lounges on Friday nights in the summer, to group rides throughout the state, there are […]
The snow is melting in Vermont. The days are warmer, but the nights are still cold. This means maple sap is flowing, and Vermont maple syrup season is upon us! Maple Open Weekend is right around the corner in Vermont. Over 75 syrup producers open their doors for […]
Since adding another puppy to our pack this winter, we have been focused on where we can take Miss Stella to socialize her. Dog-friendly Vermont breweries come to the rescue! We last adopted a puppy, Mona, right at the start of the Covid shutdowns. To say the least, […]