There’s nothing quite as magical as a winter weekend in Vermont, and while there are lots of adorable towns worth visiting, a stroll through the historic town of Woodstock in the winter is like walking right into a snow globe! There’s nothing like a Woodstock Vermont winter The winter holidays in Woodstock are magical, but even if you visit in February, the decorations continue to light up the town for a bit of winter cheer. Restaurants and shops line the downtown streets, and beautiful, historic homes and buildings surround the town. If you have a few days to escape to Vermont this winter, pu ..read more

Wondering where to go for your winter getaway? We’ve got lots of suggestions, but one of our favorite Vermont destinations for a winter escape is the southwest corner of Vermont. A snowy scene in downtown Bennington, Vermont Bennington and Manchester are at two ends of a 25-mile narrow valley in southwestern Vermont and flocked by mountains to the east and west, making for beautiful scenery in all directions. The natural beauty is why I live in this part of Vermont, and I’d love to entice you to visit when the winter winds blow across the mountains and the snow blankets the ground. Manchester ..read more

Looking for a moderate hiking trail in Southern Vermont with fabulous views of the surrounding Green Mountains? A snowy view from the summit of Haystack Mountain in Wilmington, Vermont. Haystack Mountain in Wilmington is one of three Haystacks in the state of Vermont and the climb makes for a delightful winter hike or snowshoe adventure. While the hike up Haystack Mountain in Vermont is certainly steep, gaining 1,025 feet in 2.1 miles, the uphills are bookended by flat sections along a level ridgeline. We’ve hiked Haystack in all seasons, and winter hiking has a few distinct benefits. Fewer ..read more

Does your family celebrate Christmas in Vermont with a decked-out, real, live tree? Finding our perfect Christmas tree in the Green Mountain National Forest is always an adventure! Did you know that you can head into the Green Mountain National Forest to cut down your own wild Christmas tree for just $5 (plus a $2.50 service fee)? It’s true! Picking out and cutting our Christmas tree has been one of our favorite traditions since our kids were babies, and for the past 10 years or so, we’ve been trekking into the woods to bring home our own Green Mountain National Forest Christmas tree. We’re lu ..read more

If you’ve never enjoyed a small-town holiday festival in Vermont, sipped a cup of cocoa while watching a festive Christmas parade, or enjoyed a boisterous New Year’s Eve in Burlington, this is your year! Vermonters love the winter holidays — the snow (of course), but also long nights, twinkling lights, and unique shopping opportunities in local stores. Photo credit: Tara Schatz, Shelburne Museum, Billlings Farm & Museum December in Vermont is magical, especially if you are merrymaking at one of these spectacular holiday events. Here are some of our favorites that we look forward to ye ..read more

‘Tis the season of twinkly lights, snowstorms, and wooly mittens. It’s also the season for freshly cut Vermont Christmas trees, ready and waiting to bring their heady fragrance and stately grace to your living room for the holiday season.  Make new memories at these beautiful Christmas tree farms in Vermont Is there anything as Vermonty as cutting your own Christmas tree while sipping hot chocolate as the snow gently falls around you? Ask most Vermonters and they will be quick to tell you about their favorite Christmas tree farm, along with their delightful memories of picking out a speci ..read more

Do you love choosing unique gifts for your loved ones while supporting local crafters and businesses? Do you love Vermont or know people who do? My first suggestion would be to come to Vermont and meander down Main Street in a few of your favorite towns to find unique Vermont gifts for everyone on your list, but I know that’s not possible for everyone. Locally crafted Vermont gifts. Instead, let’s take a look at Etsy for some easy online shopping for locally crafted Vermont gifts. Not only are these awesome Vermont gifts inspired by the Green Mountains, but they were also created here! Every g ..read more

Got a Vermont lover on your holiday gift list? This year, give the gift of Vermont! Photo credit: Tara Schatz, Danforth Pewter, Runamok Maple We are so lucky to have an abundance of local Vermont companies that specialize in quality products, clothing, and specialty foods from the Green Mountain State. This year, I’ve scoured the state for beautiful and timeless gifts from Vermont, as well as some gifts that I’m sure won’t last very long — looking at you, Vermont maple syrup! Here’s my curated collection of the best Vermont gifts to celebrate the holiday season. Darn Tough Vermont Socks: The P ..read more

Have you been to Rutland, Vermont lately? For years, Rutland has been known as a no-nonsense, working-class city with a cute historic district and a history as one of the world’s leading exporters of marble. One of the incredible Rutland murals downtown If that’s the Rutland that you envision when you think of this Vermont city, then you’re missing out on some of its most incredible features. I’m talking about Rutland’s up-and-coming art scene, of course! Not only is the downtown area home to five unique art galleries, but downtown Rutland has also commissioned 20+ larger-than-life murals that ..read more

Winter is long in Vermont, and the best way to get over the hump is to find some easy weekend getaways — bonus points if they are both budget-friendly and provide access to the outdoors. Winter glamping in Vermont is hands-down the best way to embrace winter and the outdoors while staying comfy! A magical sunset over the glamping dome Embracing the cold, the snow, the layers — that’s how we roll with winter in Vermont. One of our favorite getaways to date has been an adventurous glamping trip at this magical geodesic dome in Putney. We discovered this Vermont glamping gem on Hipcamp. In case y ..read more