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Covered Bridges
Taftsville Covered Bridge is one of my favorite Vermont landmarks to photograph, particularly on snowy or gray days when its brilliant red exterior stands out.
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Casual Eats
From Korean BBQ fried chicken to burgers, craft beer and truffle fries, Worthy Kitchen is a casual dining favorite in Woodstock, Vermont.
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Events
Watch colorful hot air balloons rise above Vermont's Upper Valley at the Quechee Balloon Festival, a beloved Father's Day weekend tradition.
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Activities
A peaceful spa, luxurious treatments and a lovely outdoor courtyard with a hot tub make the Woodstock Inn's Spa one of my Vermont favorites.
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Activities
Creative cocktails, shareable small plates and hands-on mixology classes make Au Comptoir a standout destination in downtown Woodstock, Vermont.
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Destinations
From Bristol’s compact Main Street to Burlington’s Lake Champlain waterfront, these eight Vermont downtowns are worth parking the car and exploring on foot.
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Drinks
Vermont's cocktail scene is mixing local spirits, maple, honey, herbs and seasonal ingredients into seriously creative drinks, while mocktails are finally getting the same attention. These are some of my favorite places around the state for cocktails and zero-proof drinks worth seeking out.
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Bakeries
Light, airy, custardy and crisp around the edges, French crullers deserve their own Vermont road trip. These are three of my favorite places to find them.
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Bakeries
From old-school classics to creative flavors, these nine Vermont donut shops are worth the stop, including exactly what I’d order at each one.
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Waitsfield
Planning a bachelorette party in Vermont? From spa weekends in Stowe to boutique hotels in Woodstock, cocktails in Burlington and lakeside cottages on Lake Champlain, here are six destinations for a memorable girls' getaway.
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