LEAF PEEPING WITH PURPOSE

Autumn in Vermont conjures up a magnificent landscape that has few rivals. Every season in Vermont is beautiful, but the fiery colors of fall, the crisp air, and golden hue of the sunlight might just be the best of all. With the changing of the foliage, however, the annual arrival of 'leaf peepers'…

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WRECKERS: THE WATERFRONT DIVING CENTER GOES DEEP

A wetsuit-clad mannequin has stood on the corner of Maple and Battery Streets for decades, marking the spot of Burlington's Waterfront Diving Center. Located at the corner of Battery and Maple since 1991—three years after first opening one block north—the Diving Center is a hub of aquatic…

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HELLO SPECTACULAR

By Julia Helal Photo by K. Rose courtesy Local Motion Known far and wide to unfurl some of the best fall foliage in the world, Vermont never fails to bring the spectacular every Autumn. Starting around mid-September, our trees shift from their rich summer green to vivid shades of red…

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WHAT IS A CREEMEE?

SOFT SERVE IS TO CREEMEES AS SODA IS TO POP You come to Vermont. You decide to get ice cream. You approach the ice cream stand and on the menu you see this item called a “creemee”. Though the picture looks like soft serve, the name suggests something completely different. So what’s the deal…

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SPEND A DAY IN WINOOSKI

Downtown Winooski is the definition of “Small but mighty.” The entire city measures just one and a half square miles. But what it lacks for in geographic mileage it makes up for in gastronomic eats, local craft beer, and an esoteric style. Have a day in Winooski and check out some of these local…

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GREEN MILES: SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL & BURLINGTON, VT

For many of us, travel is an innate need that keeps us inspired, invigorated, and refreshed. At the same time, changing our personal environment can have an adverse effect on our natural environment, from the obvious impact of using carbon fuel to transport ourselves to our chosen destination, to…

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A DAY TRIP TO WATERBURY

Looking for a day trip excursion from Burlington? Waterbury is a great day trip destination from Burlington. Just a short drive South on I-89 and designed for an adventure loving foodie, Waterbury outdoes itself as a small town with a lot of great eats. If you are heading to Waterbury for the day…

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HAVE A DAY IN ESSEX

If you're planning a weekend getaway in Essex -- The Essex Resort & Spa is your ideal base for relaxation and exploration. With a luxurious spa and multiple local dining options, it's a perfect retreat. But don't miss out on these additional tips for an unforgettable escape to Essex: Catch a…

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DO YOU REALIZE? GRAND POINT NORTH IS BACK IN TOWN

There are certain rituals of a Burlington summer that simply must be performed. Watching the ketchup chase the mustard around the bases at a Lake Monsters game, certainly; tiptoeing around the zebra mussels while wading out at Oakledge, yes. But perhaps the most satisfying of these rites is the…

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