I recently had an opportunity to try out the new ZipTour adventure at Stowe. I am not an adrenaline junkie nor do I care for heights. Knowing that, you would think that I would have opted out of something that required me to launch myself off of the top Mt. Mansfield and fly down the … Read More
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The Woodstock Inn and Resort has a great in-town location right on the green that makes it the perfect base for families to explore the local area. Take a quick stroll along Main Street to browse through the many shops, boutiques and galleries, or venture a little further to visit some of the area’s attractions like Billings Farm and Museum (admission is free … Read More
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We all know the magic of the Vermont mountains in the winter and this past season’s incredible conditions will long be remembered as some of the best ever. But the mercury is on the rise and that means hot summertime fun! Here’s a round-up of all kinds of awesome happening at the Green Mountain ski … Read More
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Smugglers’ Notch Resort is a favorite winter destination for families for many reasons – from the programs at the Snow Sports University to the slope-side hot-chocolate-and-sing-along bonfires it’s the perfect place to learn to ski. But sadly, winter does come to an end leaving us with the question of where to spend our summer vacation. … Read More
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Ski Tots Program at Cochran’s Ski Area It’s not every day an Olympic gold medalist skis with your preschooler. Unless you’re in the Ski Tots program at Cochran’s Ski Area. I started the Ski Tots program in early January with my three-year-old daughter, Phoebe. The four-week program teaches parents how to teach their preschoolers to … Read More
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Fall is a great time to spend some time in the mountains and get excited about what’s coming. I was lucky on an October visit to check out Stratton Mountain Resort’s new gondola. The lovely new cars offer floor to ceiling views, carpeted flip-down seats, and external racks for skis and snowboards. I enjoyed the smooth and quick ride … Read More
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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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The Stowe Mountain Lodge is a splurge for most families, but a pure treat. Located within the Stowe Mountain Resort, about five miles outside of the quintessential New England town of Stowe and at the base of Vermont’s highest peak, Mount Mansfield, the Lodge is located in one of the best areas in Vermont. The … Read More
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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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