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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Okemo Mountain Resort is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders, and it’s not just the slopes that keep visitors coming back. The resort offers a variety of tasty dining choices. There is everything from casual après-ski bites to more formal dining experiences. Many of these spots provide a mix of indoor and outdoor seating … Read More
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Next stop on Vermont Mountain Eats: Jay Peak Resort, the Top of Vermont and home to fantastic spots for food and drink. Check out what restaurants we recommend before, during or after hitting up Jay Peak’s legendary terrain (or legendary waterpark!). Café Oma Café Oma kicks off many a locals day with their fresh-made muffins … Read More
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Killington has an endless array of possibilities when it comes to summer fun, and we got to spend three days taking in the magic. From hikes, to bikes and everything in between, Killington Resort holds the secret to summertime fun. I, Rachel, and my daughter Aria visited Killington this summer. Our main objectives during our … Read More
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The hanger is real people. Whether it’s adults or the little rippers, we all need fuel to keep the turns going. To keep us well fed, food trucks have been popping up at Vermont ski resorts over the past few season. Eateries run out of small cabins, trucks, or tiny kitchens on wheels, serve sandwiches, … 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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Next stop on Vermont Mountain Eats: The Mad River Valley, home to Sugarbush Resort and Mad River Glen. Enjoy these tips from the Mamas about where to find the best on-mountain bites, cozy après spots, and best local food and drink in the Valley. The Skinny Pancake The Skinny Pancake is a local crepe … Read More
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Next stop on Vermont Mountain Eats: Stratton Mountain Resort. Enjoy these tips from the Mamas about where to find fabulous family bites, delicious dinners, and après beverages. Grizzly’s at the Base Lodge Newly renovated and located at the heart of the Stratton base lodge, Grizzly’s is a great place to wrap up the day with the … Read More
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