Discovering Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas

Eleuthera, one of the outer islands in the Bahamas, is known for its pink sand beaches, turquoise ocean, and secluded snorkeling spots. Just a short flight from Nassau into one of Eleuthera's three airports, this easily accessible island is...

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Travel Book Review: The Family Traveler’s Handbook

  Traveling with kids can be daunting if you have never done it before. The planning, the packing, the car ride, the plane ride, the hotel...the list goes on and on.  With a little know-how, traveling with your family can...

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Wheeling and Wandering: Travel with Bikes

My family will tell you I am not an athlete.  They will probably giggle a little when they say it too. You will get no argument from me. I will readily concede to that point. However, when we travel...

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A Hotel’s Warm Welcome

After a long day of travel, nothing says welcome like a little something extra left in our hotel room by the staff.  My family really appreciates finding these treats when we arrive.  It makes us feel extra special. Often when...

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Hotel Vermont: Local Luxurious Lodging

You might have an idea of what life is like in Vermont; rustic barns, green mountains, sprawling meadows, farm-to-table fresh food and artisan crafts. Now picture a hotel that has captured all of that in one luxury property. The...

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Down the Shore

I wasn't always a Vermonter. I was born in New York City, raised in New Jersey and then did a short stint in Austin, Texas. My first independent travel adventure involved a week-long class trip to Paris during my...

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Cruising Costa Rica and Panama with Windstar

I am a huge advocate of multi-generational travel. I started traveling alone with my Grandmother when I was twelve. Our first trip was to Greece. After that, we cruised around the Caribbean a few times and then explored a bunch of...

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All Aboard for a Trip to Quebec City

While our kids were away at their overnight summer camps, my husband and I used the time to visit Quebec City which is just a few hours away from Burlington by car or train.  We opted to drive to...

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Multi-Generational Travel at Basin Harbor Club

I have been traveling with my Grandmother for as long as I can remember. Our first official Grandmother and Granddaughter trip was to Greece in grade school. Not long after that we went on a Caribbean cruise and then in college,...

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5 Great Spring Hikes for Kids in Vermont

When going for a hike with kids before the trails really open for the season, it is best to be prepared for almost anything.  Although your lawn seems like it is nice and dry, the trails can still be...

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