
Roadside Attractions
Spot Vermont’s Famous Whale Tails Beside I-89 in South Burlington
You've seen Vermont's whale tails from I-89. Now discover the story behind the massive granite sculpture and why whales belong in Vermont.
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Roadside Attractions
You've seen Vermont's whale tails from I-89. Now discover the story behind the massive granite sculpture and why whales belong in Vermont.
6 min read
Roadside Attractions
Pull over for this South Burlington honor-system farmstand filled with fresh flowers, gluten-free cupcakes and cookies, Vermont-made products, soaps, chocolates, maple syrup and plenty more that changes with the seasons.
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Outdoor Recreation
Swim, paddle and slow down at six of my favorite Vermont lakes, from dramatic Lake Willoughby to laid-back Lake Dunmore.
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Southern Vermont
Did you know Vermont has a 100-mile view? Find it at Hogback Mountain Scenic Overlook along Route 9, where mountain views can stretch into New Hampshire and Massachusetts, with a country store, distillery and brewery nearby.
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Museums
Board Hildene's restored Pullman Car Sunbeam to explore luxury rail travel and the important history of the Pullman porters.
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Casual Eats
Once a regular lunch stop during my early career, the Old Brick Store in Charlotte has been beautifully reimagined under new ownership. With excellent sandwiches, carefully curated provisions, and some of my favorite chocolate chip cookies in Vermont, it's a must-stop along Ferry Road. My order? Tuna focaccia, maple-ade, and a brown-butter chocolate chip cookie.
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Farms
Wander through the sunflowers at Farr Farms, shop the farmstand and turn your visit into a summer afternoon exploring Richmond, Vermont.
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Northeast Kingdom
Step inside the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, where a beautiful historic library leads to a remarkable 19th-century art gallery.
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Museums
Taxidermy, insect mosaics, weather forecasting and Vermont's only public planetarium fill this historic Victorian museum in downtown St. Johnsbury.
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Airbnbs
Stay steps from Lake Dunmore at Golden Hour, a cozy Vermont cottage near swimming, hiking, paddling and downtown Middlebury.
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