A family getaway—let alone a ski weekend—is no small feat when you have little feet in your life. Still, the benefits are well worth the challenges. After a few seasons of working out the kinks, I’ve learned a handful of ways to calm my anxious-mama mind and ease into a winter weekend with more calm … Read More
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My cousin, her husband, and four children drive to Pico from New Jersey for a family ski trip twice a year. We met up with them last season and my older son had such an amazing time with the gaggle of boys that we just had to get back and make a trip of it … Read More
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The small town of Jericho is nestled amongst the Green Mountains just 30 minutes from Burlington and Waterbury, 25 minutes from Smugglers’ Notch, and 30 minutes from Bolton Valley. In that town, a special family-friendly Inn awaits to host you and your kids. The Sinclair Inn B&B The Sinclair Inn B&B is a beautiful Victorian-style … Read More
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We’re not a fancy family. We don’t wear super expensive gear or look particularly put together after skiing all day. However, we do appreciate high-end lodging and love to kick it up a notch sometimes when we travel. If you’re looking for an elegant, cozy, and memorable family stay in southern Vermont, The Hermitage Inn … Read More
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I’ve been to (almost) every ski area in Vermont, but my kids only rock sweatshirts from one of them. You guessed it. It’s Magic Mountain in Londonderry, Vermont. Magic might be the most humble and yet rad ski area in Vermont. It’s got fun rugged terrain, a no-nonsense vibe, and one of my favorite places … Read More
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Snowfall, opening days, ski racing! It may not quite feel like it in your neck of the woods yet but winter is here in Vermont. Are you prepared? If not, we got you covered with our quick and easy ski season checklist to get you and your family winterized. Ski and Snowboard Gear Hard goods … Read More
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When my daughter Aria and I visited Smugglers’ Notch Resort in 2023 winter was in full swing. A late snowstorm in March blanketed the mountain and surrounding area with fresh powder. We couldn’t have chosen a better time to explore this iconic resort and try a host of their winter activities from snowboarding to tubing … Read More
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After an exhilarating evening of tubing at Stratton’s Coca-Cola Tube Park, Mama Rachel and daughter Aria were hungry and ready for some rest. They checked in for a special One-Nighter stay at the Black Bear Lodge. The Black Bear Lodge is just 4 minutes by car or shuttle from the Coca-Cola Tube Park, which makes … Read More
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Winter has finally, fully, arrived in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Snowstorms have been blanketing the slopes, and temperatures have deeply dipped, creating great conditions statewide. The early days of the season had been rather temperate, much to the chagrin of snowmakers. The conditions did, however, benefit the idea of “your car as a base … Read More
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