Vermont + The Holidays = Skiing and Fun

Vermont + The Holidays = Skiing and Fun

December 8, 2014

In my family, Thanksgiving means one thing: A chance to gather with people we love in Vermont’s Mad River Valley. We have a very traditional New England Thanksgiving with virtually no variations to the menu allowed: From the Anadama bread stuffing to the creamed onions to the casserole we call “corn junk” everyone knows just what … Read More

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Fall Foliage in Vermont: A Unique Family Getaway

Fall Foliage in Vermont: A Unique Family Getaway

September 5, 2014

What could be a better way to get excited for ski and snowboard season than to visit Vermont’s mountains during peak foliage? Due to the high population of sugar maple trees, Vermont puts on the best show of fall color this side of the globe. Not only is it one of the most beautiful times … Read More

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Summer Adventures for Kids at Stowe

Summer Adventures for Kids at Stowe

August 26, 2014

Stowe Mountain Resort’s Summer Adventure Camp What would summer be without camp? Summers at the  Stowe Mountain Resort cater to guests of all ages and my kids, ages 3 and 6, found their way to the Summer Adventure Camp. I’ll admit, I’ve only recently become a fan of going on vacation and sending my kids … Read More

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Summer Fun at the Mountain Top Inn

Summer Fun at the Mountain Top Inn

August 8, 2014

Nestled into a secluded spot in the Green Mountains just a few miles from Killington, you will find the Mountain Top Inn. It is the perfect vacation choice for families seeking rest and relaxation. But with 350 acres of space to play it also offers a myriad of outdoor activities for all ages. Accommodations The original … Read More

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Enjoy a Family Mountain Biking Adventure at Smuggler’s Notch

Enjoy a Family Mountain Biking Adventure at Smuggler’s Notch

August 7, 2014

Cycling has always been a favorite activity for my family – I’ve ridden with my children in seats, trailers, and on a tandem behind me. Both of my boys could ride their own bikes without training wheels by the time they were in kindergarten and we’ve diligently hauled our bicycles with us on every summer … Read More

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Swimming in the Mad River Valley: A Summer Pleasure

Swimming in the Mad River Valley: A Summer Pleasure

July 16, 2014

Have your kids ever swum in a mountain river or lake? There’s nothing like the cold, silky feeling of totally natural water, untreated by chlorine. Swimming in Vermont is a total sensory experience – the air smells of mowed grass, the sun is warm and the water pretty much always cool. The mountains are deeply verdant against the … Read More

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Family Summer Events at Vermont Ski Resorts

Family Summer Events at Vermont Ski Resorts

June 26, 2014

Does anyone not like fireworks? Or BBQs? Or parades? Planning family vacations around holidays and special events adds an element of fun and easy entertainment. It can also add that something special to a family trip, something that stays with everyone a little longer and can develop into a much anticipated annual tradition. Vermont ski … Read More

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Create Memories and Traditions at Sugarbush Resort Summer Camps

Create Memories and Traditions at Sugarbush Resort Summer Camps

June 24, 2014

It may never have occurred to you to send your children to camp while on a family vacation – after all you probably want to enjoy time together. But over years of spending long family vacations in Vermont’s Mad River Valley I’ve learned that summer camps not only give me and my husband a chance … Read More

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