Vermont

Near the Camel's Hump summit

Climbing Camel’s Hump: A tale of adventure and mother fear

I share this story of climbing Camel’s Hump in Vermont as part of the Celebrate Travel blog carnival, which this month honors Earth Day and the first successful North Pole Expedition with tales of adventure. This month’s carnival is being hosted …

A stroll down Bridge Street near Sugarbush

The newest family dining near Sugarbush and Mad River Glen

When Hurricane Irene swept through Vermont in August 2011 it hit towns like Moretown and Waitsfield in the Mad River Valley especially hard. Although Waitsfield’s famous covered bridge remained intact, some buildings next to it didn’t fare as …

Cozy in our Vermont ski condo

Enjoying a Vermont Presidents’ Day ski vacation

What's a Vermont ski vacation  like? Well, when you're entire day is spent doing this: Please click on photos for full-size versions Then you need a little bit of this for dinner (this being poutine): And then bedtime in your Vermont ski …

Snowshoeing in Camel's Hump State Forest, Vermont

Top reasons to vacation in the Mad River Valley this winter

Vermont is calling me today, perhaps because I just returned from my traditional family Thanksgiving there. I’m already missing the weathered barns, the deep green of the fir trees, the winter sunlight playing across pond ice and dun fields. …

Pool Topnotch Resort

Luxury, comfort, and fun for families at Topnotch Resort and Spa

Stowe, Vermont is becoming one of my favorite towns for a family getaway. With lots to do during pretty much every season, a number of great restaurants, and some of the best views in the state, I love spending time there. Which is why I felt lucky …