Although Burlington is one of the most popular destinations in Vermont, if you drive just a few miles to the north and find US Route 2, you'll find yourself in the magic and splendor of the Lake Champlain Islands. Autumn is a special time of year in the Champlain Islands with lots of things to see and do .... including apple picking, vineyard tours, farmer's markets in South … [Read more...] about Discover the Beautiful Champlain Islands During Any Season
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Enjoy a Gorgeous Vermont Day Trip to Mount Independence
Hopping off Vermont Rte 7 to 22A for a road trip to paradise! One of Northwest Vermont's most scenic road trips with Burlington as a starting point, heading south towards Shelburne, is never boring. Even if you make the trip every day, the ride is a pleasure. Half the fun of getting to a destination is the ride along the way! Whether it's a beautiful summer day or a cool … [Read more...] about Enjoy a Gorgeous Vermont Day Trip to Mount Independence
Enjoy A Fascinating Lake Memphremagog Cruise on the Northern Star
Lake Memphremagog Cruises are back! by Scott Wheeler or Vermont's Northland Journal The captain and the first mate for the Northern Star have arrived in Newport, and they are ready to bring tour boat service back to the U.S. end of Lake Memphremagog. The Northern Star Rick Desrochers: Working to Bring Boat Tours and Life Back to Newport Rick Desrochers is … [Read more...] about Enjoy A Fascinating Lake Memphremagog Cruise on the Northern Star
Spring Comes to Vermont With Hopes For a Better Year
In 2020, we were all suddenly restricted due to the COVID-19 pandemic Looking back on those times, it really was an uneasy situation with lots of uncertainty, fears and isolation suddenly being thrust upon us. The thought of losing a business, a job and how to pay the mortgage in the midst of this sudden, unknown affliction resulted in plenty to worry about. The roads … [Read more...] about Spring Comes to Vermont With Hopes For a Better Year
Check out the Waterbury Reservoir For Fun This Summer
Let's face it, 2020 and 2021 have been really strange years. With the COVID-19 crisis dumped in our laps suddenly last March, it seems like life came to a standstill. We were stuck inside, limited and prevented from going just about anywhere and facing an uncertain road ahead. As summer arrived, at least we were all able to get out and enjoy a bit of fresh air. The … [Read more...] about Check out the Waterbury Reservoir For Fun This Summer