See what the experts are saying about Vermont. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
One of the greatest challenges of planning a vacation in northern New England is narrowing down the options. Where to start? Here's an entirely biased list of destinations, the places I enjoy returning to time and again. Over years of traveli... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Blue Benn Diner (Bennington; tel. 802/442-5140): This favorite, housed in a classic 1945 Silk City diner, has a barrel ceiling, acres of stainless steel, and a vast menu. Make sure not to overlook the specials scrawled on paper and taped all... Continue reading »
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The best active vacations
Biking from inn to inn: Vermont is a biker's paradise. Serpentine roads wind through verdant hills and along tumbling streams. Several organizations will ferry your baggage from inn to inn; you provide the pedal power to get from one point to... Continue reading »
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The best destinations for serious shoppers
Manchester: The dozens of outlet stores clustered in this village include the usual high-fashion suspects and some notable individual shops. Head to Orvis, the maker of noted fly-fishing equipment, for outdoor gear and clothing. Continue reading »
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The best inns and bed & breakfasts
The Inn at Manchester (Manchester Village; tel. 800/273-1793 or 802/362-1793) sits on 4 acres of lawns and gardens just a half-mile from the budget shopping that draws so many visitors to Manchester. Rooms are in the main inn and a carriage h... Continue reading »
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The best mid-range hotels
Camping in the Green Mountains: Whether your preferred mode of travel is by foot, car, canoe, or bike, you'll find plenty of good campsites in the verdant hills of Vermont. The state parks are well regarded, with many dating from the Civilian... Continue reading »
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The best natural attractions
The Appalachian Trail: This 2,100-mile trail from Georgia to Maine has some of the most spectacular scenery in northern New England. The trail enters the region in southwest Vermont, winding through the southern Green Mountains before angling... Continue reading »
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The best places to see fall foliage
Route 100: Winding the length of Vermont from Readsboro to Newport, Route 100 is the major north-south route through the center of the Green Mountains, yet it's surprisingly undeveloped for the most part. It can be crowded along the southern... Continue reading »
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The best small towns and villages
Grafton: Just a few decades ago, Grafton was a down-at-the-heels mountain town slowly being reclaimed by termites and the elements. A wealthy family took on the town as a pet project, lovingly restoring it to the way it once was -- even buryi... Continue reading »
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The best resorts & spas
Woodstock Inn & Resort (Woodstock; tel. 800/448-7900 or 802/457-1100): The 140-room inn was built in the 1960s with a strong Colonial Revival accent. Right on the green in picturesque Woodstock, the inn allows easy access to the village, alon... Continue reading »
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The best destinations for families
Montshire Museum of Science (Norwich): This children's museum, on the border of Vermont and New Hampshire, has wonderful interactive exhibits on the inside and nature trails along the Connecticut River on the outside. Continue reading »
Vermont Travel Experiences
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On the Road....
We picked up the motor home last night and got soooo lucky, they had a 23 footer for us. We had reserved a 28 footer – but really wanted... Continue reading »
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Almost There!
Any day that starts at CnJ’s house is a good day! We love being there. We went out for breakfast at a new place because our local favorit... Continue reading »
