2020 Vermont Tourism Network Guide

Farm to Ballet at Retreat Farm, BrattleboroVERMONT 2020 GROUP TOUR ManUal

Vermont Teddy visits Green Mountain Railroad Cook Academy at The Essex UVM Morgan Horse Farm Palmer’s Sugarhouse

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Summit the switchbacks Gradually climb 171 km Ascend to a rewarding 155 km of Smugglers’ Notch, picturesque rolling 100-mile view and tour pause at waterfalls along hills and meadows that the Shires of Vermont, the Mad River, and delight showcase a collection of nestled between the 106 miles in scenic farmland and historic landmarks on the Taconic Mountains and 96.5 miles friendly villages. shores of Lake Champlain. the Green Mountains. 145 miles VERMONT TOURISM NETWORK Your DMO resource for planning Vermont tours

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Front Cover Photography Credits: Contact: • top photo: Farm to Ballet at Retreat Farm, Karen Ballard, Brattleboro (pg . 77) Program Manager • far left photo: Vermont Teddy at Palmer’s Vermont Tourism Sugarhouse, Shelburne, VT • center left photo: Green Mountain Network In partnership with Railroad, Burlington & Chester, VT PO Box 37 • center right photo: Cook Academy at The Essex, Essex, VT Montpelier, VT 05601 • right photo: UVM Morgan Horse Farm, 8022622129 Weybridge, VT [email protected]

– 1 – V ER TABLE OFM CONTENTSONT Introduction ...... 1 Cabot Farmers’ Store, Waterbury...... 65 What’s New For Groups 2020...... 4 Cabot Quechee Store, Quechee...... 64 Welcome & Information Centers...... 5 Capitol Plaza Hotel, Montpelier...... 50 Vermont and Regional Receptive Services ...... 7 Castle Hill Resort, Ludlow area ...... 50 Vermont Preferred Motorcoach Supplier...... 10 Chimney Point, Addison...... 68 Vermont Downtowns...... 14 Church Street Marketplace, Burlington ...... 17 Detailed Map of Regions ...... 4445 Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Waterbury Center ...... 37 Clear River Tavern, Pittsﬁeld ...... 59 Vermont Experiences Coleman Brook Tavern, Ludlow/Okemo...... 60 Educational/Student Travel to Vermont ...... 6 Comfort Inn & Suites, St. Johnsbury...... 23 Culinary Experiences...... 12 Commodores Inn, Stowe ...... 23 Restaurants and Dining for Groups...... 13 Cook Academy at The Essex, Essex ...... 17 Vermont’s Fall Foliage ...... 70 Courtyard by Marriott, Middlebury ...... 51 Celebrate the Holiday Season...... 85 Craft Vermont Event, Burlington ...... 32 22 Suggested Day Trips ...... 8687 Custom Tours & More, Receptive Operator ...... 8 Vermont History...... 88 Dakin Farm, Ferrisburgh...... 38 Danforth Pewter Flagship Store & About Vermont Workshop, Middlebury ...... 38 New England map ...... inside back cover Doubletree Hotel, Burlington ...... 24

Duke’s Public House at Delta Hotel, Burlington....29 Table of Contents...... 23 Echo Lake Inn, Ludlow...... 60 Northern Vermont Destinations ...... 15 ECHO Leahy Center, Burlington ...... 18 Central Vermont Destinations...... 35 The Essex Resort & Spa, Essex ...... 24 Southern Vermont Destinations ...... 71 Fairfield Inn & Suites, Waterbury/Stowe ...... 51 Alphabetical Member Listing Fairfield Inn & Suites, White River Junction...... 52 Finer Vermont Tours, Receptive Operator ...... 9 Addison County Annual Events ...... 66 The Friendly Toast, Burlington ...... 29 Apple Core Luncheonette, Waterbury Center...59 Golden Eagle Resort, Stowe...... 25 Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour, Waterbury...... 36 Goodrich’s Maple Farm, Cabot...... 39 Bennington Monument, Bennington...... 84 Grand Summit Resort Hotel at Mount Bennington Museum, Bennington...... 73 Snow Resort, West Dover...... 78 Bennington Potters, Bennington...... 73, 81 Green Mountain Railroad, Burlington...... 18 Bennington Welcome Center, Bennington ...... 74 Green Mountain Railroad, Chester to Ludlow...75 Best Western Inn & Suites, Rutland/Killington ....49 Green Mountain Suites, Burlington...... 25 Best Western Plus Waterbury/Stowe ...... 49 Greenfields at Holiday Inn, Rutland ...... 61 Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock...... 36 Hampton Inn Colchester/Burlington...... 26 Billings Farm & Museum Quilt Exhibition, Hampton Inn, Rutland/Killington ...... 52 Woodstock...... 66 Hampton Inn, St. Albans ...... 26 Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington ...... 16 Hampton Inn, White River Junction...... 53 Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce...... 74 Hampton Inn & Suites, Manchester...... 79 Brattleboro Area Events ...... 83 Harper’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn, Burlington....30 Burke Mountain Hotel and Resort, Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro...... 19 East Burke...... 16, 22 Hildene Farm, Manchester ...... 72 Cabot Creamery Visitors Center, Cabot...... 37 Hildene Gardens, Manchester...... 72

– 2 – V ER TABLE OFM CONTENTSON TCONTINUED… Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, Manchester ....75 The Pointe Hotel, Ludlow area ...... 57 Holiday Inn, Burlington...... 27 Premier Coach Charter Service...... 11 Holiday Inn, Rutland/Killington...... 53 President Calvin Coolidge Site, Plymouth...... 69 Holiday Inn Express, So Burlington...... 27 Quechee Gorge Village, Quechee ...... 42 Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Brattleboro...... 79 Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm, Quechee ...... 63 Holiday Inn Express, Springfield...... 54 Retreat Farm, Brattleboro...... 77 Holiday Inn Express, White River Junction...... 54 Robert Frost Stone House Museum, Hubbardton Battlefield, Hubbardton...... 68 Bennington...... 77 Jackson Gore Inn, Ludlow/Okemo ...... 55 Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, Graniteville...... 43 Jay Peak Resort, Jay ...... 19, 28 Rokeby Museum National Historic Site, Killington Grand Hotel, Killington...... 55 Ferrisburgh ...... 43 Killington Resort, Killington ...... 39 Rumble’s Kitchen, Warren ...... 63 King Arthur Flour Baker’s Store, Norwich ...... 40 Rutland Region Events...... 67 La Villa Bistro, Shelburne...... 30 Shelburne Museum, Shelburne...... 20 Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee ...... 56, 62 The Shires of Vermont Events...... 84 Lakeview House Restaurant, So. Burlington ...... 31 Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester.....78 Lareau Farm Inn, Waitsfield...... 62 Spirit of Ethan Allen, Lake Champlain Cruises, Lodge at Bromley, Peru (Manchester)...... 80 Burlington...... 21, 31 Mad River Fiber Arts and Mill, Waitsfield ...... 40 Stone Revival, Pittsfield...... 46 Manchester Designer Outlets, Manchester ...... 82 Stowe Vermont Events...... 34 Middlebury Inn, Middlebury ...... 56 Stowe Bowl Eatery at Sun & Ski Inn, Stowe...... 32 Mildred’s Dairy Bar at Vermont Country Store, Rockingham and Weston ...... 61 Stratton Resort, Stratton ...... 80 Mildred’s Grill at Vermont Country Store, Sugar Tours, Receptive Operator...... 9 Weston...... 61 Sugarbush Cheese & Maple Farm, Milne Educational Tours, Receptive Operator.....10 Woodstock...... 46 Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, Montpelier ....41 Sugarbush Resort, Warren...... 47, 58 Mount Independence, Orwell ...... 69 Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe ...... 21, 28 Mount Snow Resort, Wilmington...... 76 UVM Morgan Horse Farm, Weybridge ...... 47 Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Chittenden...... 57 Vermont Annex, Waterbury...... 65 New England House Restaurant, Brattleboro....81 Vermont Country Store, Rockingham ...... 83 New England Maple Museum, Pittsford...... 41 Vermont Country Store, Weston...... 65 Norman Rockwell Exhibition, Arlington...... 76 Vermont Marble Museum, Proctor ...... 48 Northshire Bookstore, Manchester...... 82 Vermont Quilt Festival, Essex...... 33 Notch Above Tours, Receptive Operator...... 8 Vermont State House, Montpelier ...... 48 Okemo Mountain Resort, Ludlow ...... 42 Vermont Teddy Bear Company, Burlington ...... 22 Okemo Valley (Ludlow area) Regional Events ...... 67 Waybury Inn, Middlebury...... 64 Palmer’s Sugarhouse, Shelburne...... 20 White River Inn & Suites, White River Junction ....58

This Group Tour Manual was printed in Vermont in September 2020. Vermont Tourism Network, the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, and The Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing have accepted and printed all descriptions of businesses, programs, itineraries, rates and miscellaneous ormationinf ontainedc herein as true statements and representations of the participating businesses. Neither Vermont Tourism Network, The Vermont Chamber of Commerce, Theermont V Department of Tourism and Marketing, or the businesses represented may be held liable for damages arising from error, omission, or outofdate information; nor shall Vermont Tourism Network, The Vermont Chamber of Commerce or The Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing assume any liability for misrepresentation in information contained herein. All facts within this manual are subject to change without notice. Printed in Vermont by Catamount Color. All rights reserved.

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Attractions • The Friendly Toast, Burlington, pg. 29 – Just one block off of Church Street Marketplace serving • Danforth Pewter Flagship Store & Workshop, creative meals in a unique atmosphere. Middlebury, pg. 38 – Watch craftspeople create unique, handmade pieces; learn the history of • Stowe Bowl Eatery at the Sun & Ski Inn, Stowe, pg. pewtermaking in America and shop for Danforth 32 – Enjoy a meal at this stylish, upscale restaurant Pewter pieces. Just minutes to UVM Morgan and add some fun with boutique bowling or a fun Horse Farm. game at the Golf Park. Located just minutes away from the historic Stowe Mountain Village. • ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, pg. 18 – 100 interactive exhibits; 70 species of fish, Lodging reptiles, and amphibians; major changing exhibits; encourage visitors to view, explore and learn about • Green Mountain Suites, Burlington, pg. 25 – 111 the natural environment. room hotel offering firstclass amenities and genuine Vermont Charm, includes Vermontstyle hot • Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, pg. 19 – breakfast and Fireside Receptions MondayThursday. Visual and performing arts Center, curated art gallery, special group experiences and Café for group meals. Vermont Regional and Receptive Operator Combine with visit to Greensboro, VT attractions. • Milne Educational Tours,Vermont and Regional • Palmer’s Sugarhouse, Shelburne, pg. 20 – Receptive Operator, pg. 10 – Fully customized tours, Conveniently located 4 miles from Shelburne experienced in educational travel, cultural and Museum. Sugarhouse tours, maple bar with syrup unique experiences. Offices in Vermont and samples and maple treats. Boxed lunches and formal throughout New England. sitdown maple themed meal available. Check out the Events! We’ve gathered a collection • Retreat Farm, Brattleboro, pg. 77 – Enjoy the petting of events from around the state that will make your farm with a variety of animals and gift shop. Events at itineraries even more interesting and offer excellent the Farm include Farm to Ballet, Food Truck Roundup day trip experiences.

and Music. Next to Grafton Cheese. • Addison County Annual Events, pg. 66 • Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester, pg. 78 – Explore the arts and group lunches at this beautiful • Billings Farm Annual Quilt Exhibition,pg. 66 100 acre campus just minutes from outlet shopping and Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home. curATE Café • Brattleboro Annual Events,pg. 83 for group dining. • Craft Vermont Event, pg. 32 Restaurants/Dining • Okemo Valley Region Annual Events, pg. 67 • Clear River Tavern, Pittsfield, pg. 59 – Excellent • Rutland Region Events, pg. 67 dining, scenic river views and great location on way to and from Rutland/Killington and Montpelier. • The Shires of Vermont Annual Events, pg. 84 • Duke’s Public House at the Delta Hotel by Marriott • Stowe Vermont Events, pg. 34 Burlington, pg. 29 – American fare served in a beautifully renovated space, great for group dining or • Vermont Quilt Festival,pg. 33 a private banquet room. Group lodging available. – 4 – V ER WELCOMEM & ONINFORMATIONT CENTERS Vermont’s official Welcome Centers should be your first stop once you enter the Green Mountain State. They are staffed with friendly Vermonters who will assist with reservations, travel information, and directions to help make your visit to our state all the more enjoyable. Displays at the centers reveal the surprising range of Vermontmade products, recreational, cultural, agricultural, and natural attractions available in every region.

• Alburgh Welcome Center • Lyndonville Southbound Information 8027963980, Route 2, West Alburgh Center, 8026269669, I91 South 9am5pm 7am7pm

• Bennington Welcome Center • Randolph Southbound Information 802-447-2456, 802-447-2399, Route 7 Center, 8027287074, I89 South and Route 279, Bennington, 7am9pm 7am7pm

• Bradford Information Center • Sharon Welcome Center and Vermont 8022225029, I91 Northbound Vietnam Veterans Memorial 7am7pm 8022815216, I89 North 7am11pm • Capitol Region Visitors Center 8028285981, 134 State Street, Montpelier • Vermont Travelers Service Center MonFri, 6am5pm; SatSun 9am5pm at Maplewood, 8022295291, Berlin exit 7, I89, 24 hours, year round • Derby Line Welcome Center 8028733311, I91 South • Waterford Welcome Center 7am7pm 8027510472, I93 North 7am7pm • Fair Haven Welcome Center 8022654763, 1356 Prospect Street • White River Junction Welcome Center Route 4 East, Fair Haven 8022815050, 100 Railroad Row, 7am7pm White River Junction 10am5pm • Georgia Northbound Information Center 8025274053, I89 North • Williston Northbound Information 7am7pm Center, 8028792350, I89 North 7am11pm • Georgia Southbound Information Center 8025240018, I89 South, 7am9pm • Williston Southbound Information Center, 8028792360, I89 South • Guilford Welcome Center 7am11pm 8022584503, I91 North, 24 hours

• Hartford Southbound Information Center, 8022962397, I91 South 7am9pm – 5 – Visit VermontTourismNetwork.com for more information about Vermont and these businesses. VERMONT EDUCATIONAL/STUDENT TRAVEL TO VERMONT It’s the perfect combination of fun and education. Historic sites chronicle American history, the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, Underground Railroad and more. 70+ Attractions keep travelers interested as they ﬂy down the mountain on a coaster ride, view shipwrecks on the bottom of Lake Champlain and learn the process of maple sugaring. Outdoor experiences from skiing and riding, ropes courses to kayaking, hiking to Segway rides keep them engaged.

History • Rokeby Museum National Historic • Vermont Marble Museum, Proctor – Site, Ferrisburgh – Nationally History, geology and uses of marble • Bennington Battle Monument, significant Underground Railroad in art, architecture and industry. Bennington – 306foot monolith site. Exhibition tracing the story of chronicling the Revolutionary War two fugitive slaves who called Fun and Teambuilding “Battle of Bennington”, where the Rokeby home. Green Mountain Boys defeated the • Jay Peak Resort, Jay – Indoor King’s troops in 1777 and turned • Vermont African American Heritage waterpark; hockey arena; aerial the tide of the War. Trail, statewide – Many sites explore tram; rock climbing; sports the lives of Vermont’s African tournament fields; skiing/riding. • Chimney Point, Addison – Native Americans and Vermonters who American, French and early Vermont worked for issues of equality and • Killington Resort, Killington – Hiking, heritage. Walk the Champlain Bridge freedom. mountain biking, golf, skiing/riding, across the Lake. tubing; fourseason. • Vermont State House, Montpelier – • Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, View one of our nation’s oldest and • Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee – Kayaks, Manchester – Abraham Lincoln’s bestpreserved state capitols. canoes, pontoon boats, golf, hiking, descendants lived here until 1975. Nordic ice skating, snowshoeing, Lincoln memorabilia, 1903 Pullman marshmallow roasts, movie theater. Car, African American history site. Science • Mount Snow Resort, Wilmington – • Hubbardton Battlefield, • Agricultural tours, statewide – Dairy Mountain biking, hiking, scenic Hubbardton – Revolutionary War farms, maple sugarhouses, chairlift rides, golf, camps, skiing and site where in 1777 the first battles cheesemaking and more. riding and more. resisting the British invasion in the • Birds of Vermont Museum, north was fought. • Okemo Mountain Resort, Ludlow – Huntington – 500+ woodcarvings of Mountain Coaster, ropes course, zip • Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vermont birds in typical habitats. line, bungee jumping, Segway, Vergennes – Shipwrecks, archeology, • Chazy Reef, Isle La Motte World’s skiing/riding, ice skating and more. Revolutionary War, War of 1812, most biologically diverse 480 million Native American history. • Sugarbush Resort, Warren – year old reef revealing embedded Mountain biking; disc golf; zip line, fossil shells. • Mount Independence, Orwell – cycling, rock climbing, skiing and Revolutionary War history was made • Rock of Ages Granite Quarries, riding and more. here. Discover what life was like for Barre/Graniteville – Visit the 600 ft soldiers atop Mount Independence. For details and information about deep quarries. Learn about the these sites contact Vermont Tourism geology of granite. • President Calvin Coolidge State Network, [email protected] Historic Site, Plymouth – Presidential • UVM Morgan Horse Farm, birthplace, virtually unchanged since Weybridge – Home of America’s the 1900’s. 1924 summer White first breed of horse. Morgan horses, House, interactive exhibit. foals training and history.

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From cheese makers and brewers, to sugar makers and distillers, Vermont is known for having an authentic farm to table food scene. Take a look at some of our incredible culinary options which make for great group visits.

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4. Take a cooking class with your group at either the King Arthur Flour Baker's Store in orwich, the Lareau Farm Inn in Waitsfield, or the Cook Academy at The Essex in Essex.

5. Make time for maple with a visit to one of our many sugar makers. Goodrich's Maple Farm in Cabot, Happy Hill Maple Farms in Lyndonville, Morse Maple Sugarworks in Montpelier, and Sugarbush Cheese and Maple 0- , I Farm in Woodstock are just some of the terrific options. And be sure to stop at the New England Maple Museum in Pittsford to see the most extensive collection of sugaring artifacts in existence. VERMONTVACATION.COM/ TH INGS-TO- D0 / MAOE- IN-VE RMO NT/ MAPLE-SYRUP I I 6. o trip to Vermont would be complete without a tour of the Ben & Jerry's factory or a taste of apple cider and donuts at the " - -o Cold Hollow Cider Mill, both conveniently located only a short drive from each other in Waterbury.

– 12 – ~.VERMONT V ER RESTAURANTMON AND DININGT EXPERIENCES FOR GROUPS Northern Vermont (in the region of • Clear River Tavern, Pittsfield, pg. 59 Burlington, Greensboro, Stowe, etc.) • Coleman Brook Tavern at Okemo Resort, • Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, pg. 17 Ludlow, pg. 60 • Duke’s Public House at Delta Hotel, • Echo Lake Inn, Ludlow, pg. 60 Burlington, pg. 29 • Greenfields at Holiday Inn, Rutland, pg. 61 • The Essex Resort & Spa, Essex, pg. 24 • Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, pg. 56, 62 • The Friendly Toast, Burlington pg. 29 • Lareau Farm Inn, Waitsfield, pg. 62 • Harper’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn, • Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, pg. 56 Burlington, pg. 30 • Mildred’s Dairy Bar at Vermont Country • Hardwick Street Cafe at Highland Center for Store, Weston, pg. 61 the Arts, Greensboro, pg. 19 • Mildred’s Grill at Vermont Country Store, • La Villa Bistro, Shelburne, pg. 30 Weston, pg. 61 • Lake Champlain Cruises on the Spirit of Ethan • Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm, Allen, Burlington, pg. 21, 31 Quechee, pg. 63 • Lakeview House Restaurant, • Rumble’s Kitchen at Sugarbush Resort, So. Burlington, pg. 31 Warren, pg. 63 • Palmer’s Sugarhouse, Shelburne, pg. 20 • Waybury Inn, East Middlebury, pg. 64 • Shelburne Museum’s Weathervane Café, • Wilder House Restaurant at President Shelburne – pg. 20 Coolidge Historic Site, Plymouth, pg. 69 • Stowe Bowl Eatery at Sun & Ski Inn, Stowe, pg. 32 Southern Vermont (in the region of • Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, pg. 21, 28 Bennington, Manchester, Brattleboro, etc.)

• Mildred’s Dairy Bar at Vermont Country Central Vermont (in the region of Ludlow, Store, Rockingham, pg. 61 Middlebury, Montpelier, Rutland, • Mildred’s Market at Vermont Country Store, Woodstock etc.) Rockingham, pg. 83 • Apple Core at Cold Hollow Cider Mill, • New England House Restaurant, Waterbury Center, pg. 59 Brattleboro, pg. 81 • Capitol Plaza Hotel, Montpelier, pg. 50 • curATE at the Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester, pg. 78 • Castle Hill Resort, Ludlow area, pg. 50

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Ver mont's thriving downtowns and villages offer visitors shopping opportunities in historic buildings, dining along vibrant streets, and charming vilJage greens. Vermont's downtowns make great stops for groups to bave some relaxing "time on your own.~

There are many wonderful communitie to visit throughout Vermont but here a -few that wo rk well for groups.

BURLINGTON - The Church Street Marketplace and the downtown waterfront provide visitors with ample opportunity for dining, shopping, and taking in the majestic views of Lake Champlain.

STOWE - Historic Stowe village boasts a thriving arts community with multiple galleries all within walking distance in addition to local shops and farm to table dining options.

ST. JOHNSBURY - This northern downtown has beautiful Victorian architecture throughout and plenty of museums and shops featuring local art.

MONTPELIER - The nation's smallest capital is home to a fully restored 19th century State House, t he Vermont History Museum, unique restaurant options and boutiques perfect for browsing.

WOODSTOCK - Picturesque Woodstock features historic homes, memorable shopping and dining e.,,rperiences, plus numerous art galleries all in the downtown area.

MIDDLEBURY - This historic and charmfog town center offers riverside dining, boutique shopping, and multiple museums including Middlebury College's Art Museum.

MANCHESTER - Downtown Manchester provides visitors with sophisticated outlet shopping one of New England's best bookstores and great restaurants for every palate.

BRATTLEBORO - Charming Brattleboro is overflowing with cu ltural venues, art galleries, and local shops and restaurants all within a bustling downtown.

WILMINGTON -The walkable viJl age center of Wi lmington is nestled in the Green Mountains and features contemporary dining and local shops.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VERMONT'S HISTORIC DOWNTOWNS, PLEASE VISIT: VERMONTVACATION.COM/TOWNS-AND-REGIONS/HISTORIC-DOWNTOWNS

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NORTHERN VERMONT TABLE OF CONTENTS Attractions: Green Mountain Suites, Burlington – 111 rooms . . . 25 Hampton Inn Colchester/Burlington – 187 rooms. . . 26 Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington ...... 16 Hampton Inn, St. Albans – 84 rooms...... 26 Burke Mountain Resort, East Burke ...... 16 Holiday Inn, Burlington – 173 rooms ...... 27 Church Street Marketplace, Burlington ...... 17 Holiday Inn Express, So Burlington – 121 rooms. . . . 27 Cook Academy at the Essex, Essex ...... 17 Jay Peak Resort, Jay – 200+ rooms ...... 28 ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe – 96 rooms ...... 28 Burlington ...... 18 Green Mountain Railroad, Burlington ...... 18 Restaurant/Dining: Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro...... 19 Duke’s Public House, Burlington ...... 29 Jay Peak Resort, Jay ...... 19 The Friendly Toast, Burlington...... 29 Palmer’s Sugarhouse, Shelburne ...... 20 Harper’s Restaurant, Burlington ...... 30 Shelburne Museum, Shelburne ...... 20 Hardwick Street Cafe at Highland Center for Spirit of Ethan Allen, Lake Champlain Shoreline the Arts...... 19 Cruises, Burlington ...... 21 La Villa Bistro, Shelburne ...... 30 Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe ...... 21 The Lakeview House Restaurant, So. Burlington . . 31 Vermont Teddy Bear, Burlington ...... 22 Palmer’s Sugarhouse, Shelburne ...... 20 Spirit of Ethan Allen, Lake Champlain Shoreline Lodging: Cruises, Burlington ...... 31 Burke Mountain Hotel, East Burke – 116 rooms . . 22 Stowe Bowl Eatery at Sun & Ski Inn, Stowe. . . . . 32

Comfort Inn & Suites, St. Johnsbury – 107 rooms . . . 23 Special Event: Commodores Inn, Stowe – 72 rooms...... 23 Doubletree Hotel Burlington – 309 rooms ...... 24 Craft Vermont Event, Burlington...... 32 The Essex Resort & Spa, Essex – 120 rooms ...... 24 Vermont Quilt Festival, Essex...... 33 Golden Eagle Resort, Stowe – 88 rooms ...... 25 Stowe, Vermont Events ...... 34

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NORTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION Birds of Vermont Museum

Huntington Natural history meets art at this oneofakind Vermont treasure. Visit loons and 500 more lifelike woodcarvings of Vermont birds in typical habitats. Almost all Vermont species are on display…and they won’t ﬂy away. Some nonVermont birds delight the eye as well. See and hear wild birds though a oneway viewing window or from our accessible Tree House. Explore 100 acres of rural Vermont on our walking trails, discover new Vermont artists, enjoy a birdfriendly garden, and observe a wood carving demonstration. Take advantage of our quiet location to learn new bird songs, browse our gift shop for the perfect naturerelated memento, or attend one of our many programs for children and adults. Special experiences: Carving demonstration; bird/nature related lecture; Beginning Birding drawing program; nature walk; tea or coﬀee in the Tree House. 

Dates of Operation: Daily 10am4pm (May1Oct. 31), Open by appointment throughout year. Group Policy and Rates: $6.50 adult, $5.50 senior, $3.00 child (317). Driver and guide complimentary. Handicapped accessible. Free parking. One door prize per bus. Reservations required. Contact: Erin Talmage, Museum Director, 900 Sherman Hollow Road, Huntington, VT 054629420 8024342167 • [email protected] • www.birdsofvermont.org

ATTRACTION Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center at Burke Mountain

East Burke Have you ever seen the sun from East Bowl in the morning? Or touched the icy waters of Lake Willoughby. Have you biked down Mountain Road at ﬁrst light? Or heard the brooks roaring in the spring. If you’ve done any of this, you’ll get it. If you’ve never been here, maybe you never will.

Resort Amenities  • Restaurant l Pub l Café • Downhill (liftserve) Mountain • Guided Nordic skiing, snow • Retail/Arcade/Fitness Center Bike trails or crosscountry shoe, kayaking, hiking, historic • Outdoor Heated Pool mountain bike trails on discovery hikes, hang gliding, Kingdom Trails ﬁshing, ice climbing, snow • Skiin/skiout mobile, paddle boarding.

Contact: Group Sales, Burke Mountain, 2559 Mountain Road, East Burke, Vermont, 05832 • (802) 6267400 [email protected] • www.skiburke.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION Church Street Marketplace

Burlington The Church Street Marketplace, located in the heart of downtown Burlington, is Vermont’s award winning pedestrian mall. From a casual stroll to serious shopping, a quick snack to truly ﬁne dining, you’ll ﬁnd it all within four architecturallyhistoric blocks, conveniently located near Interstate89 and Lake Champlain. Discover over 100 locallyowned boutiques and national brands, plus upscale and casual dining options featuring outdoor seating. Street entertainers, cart vendors and yearround events for the whole family make Church Street a destination you’ll want to visit every season!

Dates of Operation: Open daily, yearround. Hours for stores and restaurants vary by location.  Shopping Excursion: Motorcoach tours always welcome! For parking information, visit www.parkburlington.com.

Contact: Church Street Marketplace, 2 Church Street, Suite 2A, Burlington, VT 05401 • 8028631648 [email protected] • www.churchstmarketplace.com

Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChurchStreetMarketplace Follow us on Instagram: @churchstreetmarketplace

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Cook Academy at The Essex, Essex

The Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa looks forward to hosting you for a dynamic, rewarding, and unique culinary experience at Cook Academy. Our culinary classes and team building events oﬀer an opportunity for individuals and businesses to strengthen development, reward a project or product completion, or fortify a vendorclient relationship where you can enjoy learning new cooking techniques or honing the skills you already have. Cook Academy oﬀers lowstress, handson, outofyourchair break from your allday seminar, meeting, or tour. You'll work alongside one of our chefs as you prepare a delicious meal using local Vermont ingredients. Classes generally include a three or fourcourse meal.

We believe that too many cooks can spoil the broth so we limit class size. Our Chef's Kitchen classroom is an intimate space for up to 8. The JK Adams classroom has space for up to 12 comfortably. Looking for something for a larger group? Do you like shows such as “Iron Chef”? We oﬀer our own version, which allows you to compete for glory in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Learn the intricacies of many International Cuisines or be taught the culinary uniqueness of Vermont.  Eat, Learn, and Savor at The Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort and Spa’s famed Cook Academy.

Contact: Keith McManis, Director of Sales and Marketing, 70 Essex Way, Essex, VT 05452 • [email protected] • 8027641474 Toll free 8776841123, and online at www.EssexResort.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain

Burlington ECHO, which stands for ecology, culture, history, opportunity for stewardship, currently welcomes more than 167,000 visitors annually into a 34,500 square foot, awardwinning LEEDcertiﬁed facility. Through more than 100 interactive exhibits; 70 species of ﬁsh, reptiles, and amphibians; major changing exhibits; ECHO encourages visitors to view the natural environment as part of their neighborhood and to explore, learn about, and consider opportunities for stewardship.

ECHO is home to a consortium of organizations working for public and academic engagement in science: The Lake Champlain Basin Program; the University of Vermont’s Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory and research vessel; US Sea Grant Watershed Alliance; and the Lake Champlain Navy Memorial located in Hoehl Park.  Dates of Operation: Yearround, 7 days a week 10:00am5:00pm. Closed November 1415 (staﬀ advance), Thanksgiving and December 2425. Group Policy and Rates: 10+ guests, $6.50/youth (317), and $8.50/adult (18+). One complimentary adult admission for every ﬁve youth guests. Add a movie for $3.00 per person. Grab and Go sandwiches and snacks available. A group lunch can be arranged through our onsite caterer Sugar Snap by calling 8028612951. Contact: Keely O’Brien, Group Sales and Membership Coordinator • 1 College St., Burlington, VT 05401 8028641848 ext. 124 • [email protected] • www.echovermont.org

ATTRACTION Green Mountain Railroad

Burlington Let the Green Mountain Railroad take you on a nostalgic journey through Vermont’s scenic countryside.

The Green Mountain Railroad is proud to introduce our new dinner train departing from Burlington from May through October on the weekends. Enjoy a threecourse gourmet dinner on a threehour journey from Burlington to Middlebury in one of our historic dining cars with a guidebook to help you along the way.

Special excursions from Burlington include Mother’s Day Brunch, Father’s Day Rail & Sail and our Independence Day Fireworks train. Scenic Fall Foliage excursions from Chester run through September and October. • Charters — Vermont Rail System passenger trains are available yearround for charters and special events. Reserve a coach on one of our scheduled trains or rent the entire train on the day of your choosing. Our trains are perfect for special occasions such as tour groups, birthday parties, weddings,  holiday events, school trips or company functions. • Tickets— Tickets can be purchased online or by phone. • Station Locations Burlington:— One Main Street, Burlington; Chester: 563 Depot Street (Rte. 103), Chester. Parking available.

Contact: 18007073530 • email: [email protected] web: www.trainridesvt.com

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ATTRACTION VERMONT Highland Center for the Arts

Greensboro The Highland Center for the Arts is a nonproﬁt visual and performing arts organization located in Greensboro, Vermont, home to Caspian Lake, Circus Smirkus and Hill Farmstead Brewery, to name just a few of the town’s attractions.

Our stateoftheart main stage theater has seating for 250 people, and our intimate Performance Studio seats 100. Our facility also includes a spacious, curated art gallery with rotating exhibits and the Hardwick Street Café, a fullservice restaurant serving fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

An active day in the heart of Vermont’s historic Northeast Kingdom includes all that Greensboro’s beautiful village oﬀers, including quaint shops, galleries, Willey’s Store and a beautiful public beach. Groups can then join us at HCA for lunch in the Café, a stroll through our Gallery Space, or a tour of the facility. We can arrange an artist talk or special musical presentation, or your group can take in one of our scheduled concerts or plays.  Contact us to learn more about all that Highland Center for the Arts and Greensboro can oﬀer for your groups.

Dates of Operation: Wednesday through Sunday, please check website for seasonal hours of operation. Group Policy and Rates: Reservations required for group meals. Menus available. Contact us to arrange a special experience for your group. Plenty of motorcoach parking. Contact: Valdine Hall, Administrative Director, Highland Center for the Arts, 2875 Hardwick Street, Greensboro VT 05841 • 8025339075 ext. 1000 • [email protected] • highlandartsvt.org

ATTRACTION Jay Peak Resort and Waterpark “The review from my student group leader said it all – ‘Best trip in 17 years!’. The accommodations are beautiful, activities bountiful, food is delicious and more amazing is the personal attention shown to the group through their stay. More groups will be on their way to Jay, that’s for sure!” — Helen Medler, Pres., Hawthorne Tours, Danvers, MA

Jay Peak Resort is one of New England’s premier four season destinations with over $400 million in new amenities and attractions including three on mountain hotels, the 50,000 square foot indoor Pump House Water Park, indoor ice arena, eight restaurants and group dining options, 45 person aerial tram, 350 person conference/meetings center, recreation center with rock climbing walls and movie theater and two new soccer/lacrosse ﬁelds for youth tournaments.

Jay Peak Resort is group tour heaven with plenty of attractions on site, and is also an excellent hub and spoke destination; located two hours from Montreal, and less than two hours from attractions in Stowe and Burlington, Vermont. Sample itineraries are  available upon request. Jay Peak Resort Sales Staﬀ can also assist with routing your group tours throughout the region to include surrounding New England states and Quebec and Ontario Provinces.

Jay Peak Resort also receives the most snow in Eastern North America annually averaging 360 inches a season and oﬀers world class amenities for winter group tours.

Contact: Group Sales, Jay Peak Resort, 830 Jay Peak Rd., Jay, VT 05859 • 8029882764 • [email protected] www.jaypeakresort.com

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Palmer’s Sugarhouse, Shelburne Palmer’s Sugarhouse has been family owned and operated for over 50 years in Shelburne Vermont. We are conveniently located only 3.5 mi from Shelburne Museum and Vermont Teddy Bear. Our Sugarhouse is open yearround, our peak season is March and April when the sap flows. Every weekend during our peak season we have our sugar on snow parties. We provide free samples of our maple products, live music, maple confections, a farm barn and trails through our sugarbush. The rest of the year by appointment we offer group bus tours. We offer three different tour options all of which include maple products available to sample and purchase. A full tour of the sugarhouse, the maple syrup process and history. The options are as follows: • A full tour, free samples and maple products to purchase. • A full tour, free samples, a bag lunch to go or eat in. • A full tour, and a formal sitdown maple themed dinner  Dates of Operation: Yearround. Peak seasons – March, April and fall foliage. Group Policy and Rates: Reservations required. Rates depend on type of tours listed above. Plenty of motorcoach parking. NOTE: Arrive and depart via Shelburne. Contact: Michele and David Palmer, Palmer’s Sugarhouse 332 ShelburneHinesburg Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482 [email protected] • (802) 9855054 • www.palmersugarhouse.com

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Shelburne Museum, Shelburne One of the ﬁnest, most diverse museums of art, design and Americana. Over 100,000 works exhibited in a picturesque setting of 39 buildings. The collection includes works by the great impressionists Claude Monet, Edouard Manet, Edgar Degas, and Mary Cassatt as well as a prized collection of folk art including trade signs, weathervanes and quilts.

Daily demonstrations in the blacksmith and printing shops. Vintage carousel to ride. A landlocked 220foot steamboat, the Ticonderoga. Dozens of beautiful gardens to enjoy featuring lilacs and apple blossoms in the spring and peonies and daylilies in the summer. Delicious meals available for purchase on Museum grounds in The Weathervane Café.

Visit the Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education with changing exhibitions in two state of the art galleries, classrooms, and an auditorium.

Dates of Operation: The Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education and select buildings are open yearround. The Museum's full campus is open May 1 – October 31.  Group Policy and Rates: $17 per person, private guided tours available. Complimentary admission for driver and escort. Unlimited free parking. Reservations required. Contact: Group Sales, Shelburne Museum, 5555 Shelburne Road, P.O. Box 10, Shelburne, VT 05482 8029853346, x3142 • [email protected] www.shelburnemuseum.org

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Spirit of Ethan Allen, Burlington Lake Champlain’s Largest Cruise Ship and Floating Restaurant A Burlington “Must Do!” Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Champlain and the Vermont Mountains while enjoying delicious food and beverage. Our triple deck luxury cruise ship offers daily scenic, lunch, brunch and nightly themed dinner cruises available seven days a week. Our Scenic Narrated Cruise will fascinate travelers with our Captain’s tales of history, geology and wildlife. Bring your camera, just in case you see Champ, our elusive lake monster. Our Executive Chef prepares fresh entrées, buffets and snack bar items from our onboard galley. Enjoy our Lunch on the Lake Cruise featuring a delicious buffet while listening to the exciting narration or our sip champagne on our popular Champagne on Champlain Brunch. Themed dinner cruises include an exciting lineup of our Sounds of Summer, Murder Mystery, Lobstah on the Lake and Captain’s Dinner Dance. Join us for our spring and fall cruises with live entertainment, our Springtime Dinner Cruise and our Harvest Moon Dinner Cruise! Both with delicious buffets to match the beautiful Vermont seasons. Dining decks are enclosed, heated and air conditioned. Dates of Operation: April through October Group Policy and Rates: Reservations required. Inclusive rates: Scenic Cruise $20.00; Lunch Cruise $29.00;  Brunch Cruise $34.00; Dinner Cruises $45.00 or $49.00. September and October 2hour Harvest Cruise – September evening cruises sail from 6:00 – 8:00 PM and October from 5:30 – 7:30 PM, $45.00. Rates apply to groups of 20 or more. Driver and escort complimentary. Handicappedaccessible. U.S. Coast Guard certified vessel. Motor coach parking. **Please call to confirm all rates and cruise schedule** Location: 1 College Street at the Burlington Boathouse, Burlington, VT 05401 Contact: Josh Palace, Spirit of Ethan Allen, (Office) 348 Flynn Ave., Burlington, VT 05401 Phone: (802)8628300 Fax (802) 8602261 [email protected] • www.soea.com

ATTRACTION Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Activities and Experiences Stowe Trapp Family Lodge is a 2,500 acre mecca for the outdoor and nature enthusiast. Whatever the season, there is an invigorating adventure or relaxing activity waiting for you. Hiking, biking, skiing and relaxing Trapp Style – Our crosscountry ski center oﬀers terrain suitable for every level of Nordic/backcountry skier or snowshoer. In warmer months, walk or hike our meadows and woodlands, travel our mountain bike trails or play the disc golf course. Enjoy four Vermont Red clay tennis courts and two swimming pools (one indoor). Or, for something more relaxing, we have yoga and massage therapy in our Fitness Center.

von Trapp® Brewing and Bierhall: Visit the von Trapp Bierhall to enjoy authentic Austrian cuisine and fresh lagers brewed in the adjacent onsite von Trapp Brewery. The Bierhall has become the “Best Trailhead in Vermont” for your next mountain bike trip, crosscountry ski tour or whatever teambuilding you are setting out on for the day!

von Trapp History Tours: Learn the history of the von Trapp family’s journey  from Austria to Stowe; how Maria’s autobiography inspired the play and movie, “The Sound of Music” and her story became an American Legend; and learn how what was once a modest farm grew into a worldrenowned resort, now overseen by Johannes, the youngest of the singing von Trapp children, and his family. Or try any number of the tours oﬀered that educate you on the family history, surrounding area and Vermont traditions.

Contact: Chris Belanger, Trapp Family Lodge, 700 Trapp Hill, Stowe, VT 05672 • 8022535713 [email protected] • www.trappfamily.com

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ATTRACTION Vermont Teddy Bear

Company, Shelburne Join our funfilled Vermont Teddy Bear factory tour and see how the best Bears in the universe are made. We'll take you behindthescenes where you'll see firsthand how we hand craft our legendary Bears with love – from cutting their fur to stuffing them with 100% recycled stuffing. After the tour, you can browse our magical Bear shop and make your very own Friend for Life®!

Vermont Teddy Bear is conveniently located on Route 7 in Shelburne, approximately seven miles south of Burlington.

Dates of Operation: Open yearround, extended hours in the Summer through Columbus Day. Closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, Independence Day and New Year's Day. Early closings on Christmas Eve and New  Year's Eve. Plan on spending about 1 1/4 hours touring and shopping. Group Policy and Rates: $4.00/adults, $3.00/seniors, children 12 and under free. Advance reservations recommended for groups of 10 or more. Driver and escort complimentary. Handicappedaccessible, ample coach parking. Contact: Vermont Teddy Bear, 6655 Shelburne Rd. (Rte 7), Shelburne, VT 05482 • 8029851319 [email protected] • www.vermontteddybear.com

LODGING Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center at Burke Mountain

Our fourseason adventure hub provides endless outdoor adventures as well as exquisite indoor amenities to enjoy. We invite your groups to experience East Burke, Vermont. One of the greatest gifts of our little corner is the natural beauty and infinite opportunity for experience. Whether you like the outdoors or indoors, winter, summer, spring, or fall, our knowledgeable staff can point you in the right direction. From skiing our 50 trails and glades, mountain biking over 100 miles of trails on or around Burke Mountain, hiking Mt. Pisgah, snowshoeing, paddling, swimholing, paragliding….well, you get the point. There are a million little experiences to be had here in the “Last Little Corner of Vermont”. Resort Amenities  • Restaurant/Pub/Café • Downhill (liftserve) Mountain • Guided Nordic skiing, snow • Retail/Arcade/Fitness Center Bike trails or crosscountry shoe, kayaking, hiking, historic • Outdoor Heated Pool mountain bike trails on discovery hikes, hang gliding, Kingdom Trails fishing, ice climbing, snow • Skiin/skiout mobile, paddle boarding.

Contact: Group Sales, Burke Mountain, 2559 Mountain Road, East Burke, Vermont, 05832 • (802) 6267400 [email protected] • www.skiburke.com

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LODGING Comfort Inn & Suites Near Burke Mountain, St. Johnsbury The Comfort Inn & Suites Near Burke Mountain is located oﬀ of exit 20 on Interstate I91 in beautiful St. Johnsbury, Vermont. Our Comfort Inn & Suites has been awarded #1 Comfort Inn worldwide, several Gold Hospitality awards by Choice Hotels and the Trip Advisor Award of Excellence!

Our property offers 107 wellappointed, oversized guestrooms and suites that are 100% nonsmoking. Our traditional guestrooms offer one king bed or two queen beds with a spacious living area and pullout sofa bed! All of our guestrooms and suites offer: inroom microwave and refrigerators, coffeemakers, flatscreen TVs, hairdryers, irons, free WiFi and more! We also offer petfriendly rooms, so bring along your furry friend – they'll love Stephen Huneck's Dog Mountain!  Your stay with us also includes: our complimentary deluxe hot breakfast buffet including makeyourown Belgian waffles with real VT maple syrup, use of our indoor heated saltwater pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness center, arcade room, business center, guest laundry and more. Ask us about our family fun packages for: Kingdom Trails, Burke Mountain, Jay Peak and many more! Contact: Nick Fisher, Area Director of Sales, 703 US Route 5 South, Saint Johnsbury, Vermont 05819 Direct: 8025038463 • Hotel: 8027481500 • nick.fi[email protected] • www.choicehotels.com/vt031

LODGING Commodores Inn Stowe ‘Your Home Away From Home’ Specializing in group travel, the COMMODORES INN welcomes you to the classic village of Stowe, situated in the heart of the Green Mountains. Located on a 15 acre lakeside setting, our family owned resort features modern comfort with country charm with many amenities: indoor and outdoor pools • 3 Jacuzzis • 2 saunas • game room • fireside living room • Sports Lounge • Lakeside dining • WiFi Our 3½ acre lake is home to the Stowe Yacht Club which hosts weekly regattas featuring model sailboats. Guests can hone their paddling skills in canoes, kayaks and rowboats or fish our wellstocked waters. For the past 30 years, we have welcomed Motorcoach Tours yearround. The area offers an array of activities for the outdoor enthusiast, music, art and theater for the cultural buff, plus an abundance of shops, restaurants and sightseeing for all budgets and appetites. Located near some of Vermont's finest attractions: Ben & Jerry's, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Vermont Ski Museum, Stowe Mountain Resort Gondola ride, Cabot Creamery, Vermont Teddy  Bear, Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, Shelburne Museum and scenic lake cruises, just to name a few. Tour Packages & Itinerary Planning Available • Coach Parking • Complimentary Welcome Reception • Personal warm welcome by owners upon arrival • Luggage Handling Included • NonSmoking • Breakfast and Dinner included if desired • Handicapped Accessible Contact: Carrie Nourjian, Commodores Inn, 823 South Main St, Stowe, Vermont 05672 • 8004478693 • 8022537131 [email protected] • www.commodoresinn.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT LODGING DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Burlington

We Have the Warmest Welcome. From thoughtful touches and friendly service to our warm chocolate chip cookie welcome, we strive to make every stay as comfortable as possible, right from the start.

Location, Location, Location.

We oﬀer the perfect setting in the “Queen City” Easily accessible via I89 and Route 7, with guest rooms that oﬀer stunning views of the Green Mountains and just 2.0 miles from the shores of Lake Champlain, the Burlington Waterfront and Church Street Marketplace.

Services & Amenities in Abundance.

Our 309 spacious guest rooms oﬀer complimentary WiFi, Keurig Green Mountain™ brewers, Crabtree & Evelyn™ bath products and 50” HD ﬂat screen televisions. Guests can relax in our indoor heated pool, catch some sun in our outdoor courtyard,  get an energizing workout in our 24hour Hilton Fitness Center or enjoy a craft Vermont beverage in our 252 Tavern.

Our fourstory Atrium Restaurant oﬀers the Wake Up DoubleTree™ full hot breakfast buﬀet available daily for a fee. Porterage service is also available.

Contact: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Burlington Vermont, 870 Williston Road (Exit 14W), Burlington VT, 05403 8028656620 • [email protected] • www.doubletreehotelburlington.com

LODGING The Essex Resort & Spa Essex

Just 7 miles from Burlington International Airport, The Essex,Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa, offers a complete getaway experience combining natural beauty and access to the area’s most exciting attractions and cultural events, and the best dining in the region. Minutes from downtown Burlington and gorgeous Lake Champlain the Resort is set on 18 beautiful acres. Junction, our AAA Four Diamond awardwinning restaurant, draws inspiration from farmfresh ingredients and embraces a true Chef & Gardener collaboration. Utilizing our onsite gardens, we strive to bridge the gap between planning & plating. At The Tavern, enjoy Vermont pub fare while sampling our extensive list of craft beers on draft, a glass of wine, or a specialty cocktail. For over 25 years, The Tavern has been a favorite meeting place of locals and Resort guests alike. A stay would not be complete without a rejuvenating visit to the Spa at The Essex. The Spa is the largest and only full service spa in the Burlington area. Our Recipe for Relaxation encourages you to arrive early to unwind and enjoy complimentary use of our spa’s steam and sauna rooms, fitness center, pools, hot tub, tennis courts, and relaxation lounges. At The Essex, we can customize a tour with a cooking demonstration or custom handson cooking classes in our famous  Cook Academy. Do you like shows such as, “Iron Chef”? We offer our own version, which allows guests to compete for glory in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Learn the intricacies of many International Cuisines or be taught the culinary uniqueness of Vermont. Golf carts are located at our entrance for your convenience as you enjoy a game at Links at Lang Farm.

Contact: Keith McManis, Director of Sales and Marketing, 70 Essex Way, Essex, VT 05452 [email protected] • 8027641474 • Toll free 8776841123, and online at www.EssexResort.com

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Green Mountain Suites Hotel Burlington

The Green Mountain Suites Hotel is the premiere lodging destination in the Burlington market. Our ﬁrstclass amenities and genuine Vermont charm is a welcome change to the runofthemill conventions of most hotels and keeps our guests coming back time and time again.

Each morning please enjoy our Vermontstyle hot Breakfast, which includes eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, oatmeal, bagels, fresh fruit and much more. Also included is our Fireside Reception, Monday Thursday evenings where you will enjoy a light meal served with Vermont craft beers, wine, and freshly baked cookies. Hotel amenities: The suites include: • 24hour General Store • Fire pit Area/Barbecue • Luxury sleep sets with down • Pool/Jacuzzi/Fitness area Courtyard surround feather pillows & duvets  • Handicapped accessible rooms • Shuttle Service • HDTV with DirecTV & HBO • USA Today • Fireside Reception Barbeque • Suites have fully equipped • Business Center (Wed) MayOct. kitchen, dining area and Living

• HighSpeed Internet access room with sofa bed

Contact: Georgia Mulone, Sales Manager, Green Mountain Suites Hotel, 401 Dorset Street, Burlington, VT, 05403 8023835601 • [email protected] • www.greenmountainsuites.com

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Golden Eagle Resort, Stowe The Golden Eagle Resort is uniquely situated within walking distance of Stowe Village yet oﬀering the privacy of a campus setting on the edge of a nature preserve. Originally a 12unit motel, the resort has grown and now includes 88 units in a clustered plan, including a tennis court, indoor and outdoor pool, ﬁtness and conference center, and a restaurant.

The Golden Eagle Resort has also focused on being responsible caretakers of our environment. We have our own nature preserve with over 33 acres designated for preservation and bordering the Town of Stowe forest. This beautiful area is a haven for wildlife and oﬀers our guests a unique venue for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and wildlife observations.

The Golden Eagle Resort welcomes groups with spectacular mountain views, comfortable lodging, proximity to the award  winning Stowe Recreation Path, bike in/bike out access to the Cady Hill Forest Mountain Bike Trails, and oﬀers a wide range of accommodation types for groups of all sizes. Group packages include overnight lodging, full Vermont breakfast daily, welcome wine & cheese reception, luggage handling, and all gratuities. Bring your group to the Golden Eagle Resort to enjoy an authentic Vermont experience!

Contact: Kevin Murphy, Director of Sales & Marketing, Golden Eagle Resort, 511 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672 8022534811 • [email protected] • www.goldeneagleresort.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT LODGING Hampton Inn

Colchester/Burlington Our 187 room hotel and event venue located just outside of beautiful Burlington oﬀers modern amenities and complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel and in our guestrooms.

The hotel is within a reasonable drive to exciting attractions such as Lake Champlain, the Ben and Jerry’s Factory, Shelburne Museum, Vermont Teddy Bear Factory and the Echo Center, just to name a few! Before our guests embark on their day of touring they will start with our complimentary Hampton Hot Breakfast Buffet featuring a make your own waffle station. Upon returning to the hotel guests can enjoy a fantastic meal in our Event Center or at the onsite Lighthouse Restaurant and Lounge. The heated indoor saltwater pool and new fitness center are a great place to relax or workout. Warm cookies and milk are served in our spacious lobby at 6:30 pm nightly.

Complimentary bus parking and strong attention to detail make the  Hampton Inn and Vermont Event Center the only hotel to consider for your next tour in Northern Vermont. When planning your next tour to the Burlington area, the Hampton Inn and Vermont Event Center is the hotel that is large enough to meet your needs, yet small enough to remember them.

Contact: Melissa Rozestraten, Director of Sales & Marketing, Hampton Inn, 42 Lower Mountain View Drive, Colchester, VT 05446 • (802) 3189032 • Fax (802) 6547718 • [email protected] www.burlingtonvt.hamptoninn.com

LODGING Hampton Inn St. Albans The Hampton Inn is an award winning hotel located in the heart of downtown St. Albans. Fabulous restaurants, breweries, and shops are only steps away. History is abundant in our “Rail City”, as St. Albans was the site of the northernmost battle of the Civil War and also has a rich railroad heritage. Guests can enjoy a stroll around our beautiful park while exploring our weekend Farmers Market or a midweek concert on the green. Only a short drive away are the shores of Lake Champlain and our beautiful green mountains. Make St. Albans your hub and enjoy day trips to the Champlain Islands, see the many nearby covered bridges, or cross the border to tour Montreal, only an hour and a half away.

Facilities include an indoor pool and fitness room, meeting space, free Wifi and Hampton’s free hot breakfast buffet. We  truly have something for everyone!

Group Policy and Rates: Baggage $4 per bag Beer/Wine Tours: 14th Star Brewery, Mill River Brewery, Snow Farm & Boyden Valley Wineries – or include cross border wineries in St. Armand and Dunham QC. Contact: Judy Luneau, Hampton Inn St. Albans, 43 Lake Street, St. Albans, VT 05478 • 8025285020 • [email protected]

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LODGING Holiday Inn Burlington South Burlington The Holiday Inn Burlington is ready to make your tour group feel at home! Our hotel, conveniently located just minutes away from Downtown Burlington, Lake Champlain and the Burlington International Airport, features a fullservice restaurant and pub, free wireless internet, a wellequipped ﬁtness center, indoor and outdoor heated pools, sauna, 24hour complimentary airport shuttle service, 4,300 square feet of banquet/meeting space and ample free motorcoach parking.

Our 173 smokefree guest rooms feature our signature triplesheeted beds with four pillows, free local calls, and a Keurig® coﬀeemaker.

Just oﬀ I89, the Holiday Inn Burlington is within walking distance of many shops and restaurants including Vermont’s largest shopping center, the University Mall. Attractions in close proximity of our hotel include Shelburne  Museum, Magic Hat Brewery, Lake Champlain Chocolates, ECHO, Shelburne Farms, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball, the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory and many ski resorts including Bolton Valley, Sugarbush, Smugglers’ Notch and Stowe.

Contact: Stephanie Cudney, Sales & Events Manager, 1068 Williston Rd., South Burlington, VT 05403 Direct: 8024196204 • [email protected] • www.holidayinn.com/burlingtonvt

LODGING Holiday Inn Express

South Burlington Oﬀering convenient access to all of Burlington’s top attractions.

Centrally located on Shelburne Road in South Burlington, just oﬀ I189 connector and adjacent to Route 7. And just minutes from downtown Burlington and the historic Church Street Marketplace as well as area shopping in Shelburne, Essex Junction, Williston and South Burlington.

The Holiday Inn Express offers 121 comfortable, spacious rooms that all feature coffeemakers, hair dryers and irons and complimentary wireless highspeed internet. The heated indoor pool, fitness, business and laundry facilities and  our delicious Holiday Inn Express Smart Start breakfast ensure our guests’ stay is a true pleasure!

Contact: Kaylee Pratt, Sales Manager, 1720 Shelburne Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403 • 8028461938 [email protected]

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Jay Peak Resort and Waterpark “The review from my student group leader said it all – ‘Best trip in 17 years!’. The accommodations are beautiful, activities bountiful, food is delicious and more amazing is the personal attention shown to the group through their stay. More groups will be on their way to Jay, that’s for sure!” — Helen Medler, Pres., Hawthorne Tours, Danvers, MA

Jay Peak Resort is group tour heaven with plenty of attractions on site, and is also an excellent hub and spoke destination; located two hours from Montreal, and less than two hours from attractions in Stowe and Burlington, Vermont. Sample itineraries are available upon request. Jay Peak Resort Sales Staﬀ can also  assist with routing your group tours throughout the region to include surrounding New England states and Quebec and Ontario Provinces.

Jay Peak Resort also receives the most snow in Eastern North America annually averaging 360 inches a season and oﬀers world class amenities for winter group tours.

Contact: Group Sales, Jay Peak Resort, 830 Jay Peak Rd., Jay, VT 05859 8029882764 • [email protected] • www.jaypeakresort.com

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Trapp Family Lodge

Stowe

Situated on 2,500 acres in beautiful Stowe, Vermont, Trapp Family Lodge is a mountain resort in the European tradition run by the von Trapp family that inspired “The Sound of Music.” This unique mountain resort features Austrianinspired architecture and Europeanstyle accommodations. Open yearround, Trapp Family Lodge oﬀers superb mountain views, old world comforts and impeccable service, activities for every season and an abundance of tours to learn about the property, family history and Vermont traditions.

Visit the von Trapp Bierhall to enjoy authentic Austrian cuisine and fresh lagers brewed in the adjacent onsite von Trapp® Brewing. Treat your group to a private dinner on the Bierhall Observation Deck overseeing the von Trapp® Brewing production floor. The Bierhall has become the “Best Trailhead in Vermont” for your outdoor adventure and offers tours of the brewery throughout the week. Or dine in the Lodge and enjoy a private  Austrian buffet in the Dining Room.

Contact: Chris Belanger, Trapp Family Lodge, 700 Trapp Hill, Stowe, VT 05672 • 8022535713 • [email protected] www.trappfamily.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING Duke’s Public House at Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington American fare served in a beautiful, newly renovated space, great for casual dining or a private banquet room set just for you.

Duke’s Public House is conveniently located just off I89 at exit 14E. Providing complimentary parking for coach buses and easy access, dining with us is ideal whether you are just passing through or if you are relaxing for a night or two at the Delta Hotels by Marriott to enjoy the sights. In order to best accommodate your guests, we request all bus groups’ call ahead to confirm a reservation for a tasty meal. The restaurant can accommodate groups up to 20 with advance notice. For larger groups we offer a private banquet room with a preplanned menu for ease of service and comfort of your guests.

Our American fare menu offers a tasty variety with local flavors ranging from salads to sandwiches, to delicious hot entrees including seafood, beef or chicken options. Our friendly service provides flexibility to accommodate most any dietary need. If you have a little extra time we are located next to the Vermont Gift Barn featuring craftwork from local  artisans that are ideal gifts for friends, family or yourself.

Dates of Operation: Yearround Group Policy: Group reservations required in advance. Restaurant dining or private banquet room with preplanned menus available. Contact: Jen Bober, Catering Manager, Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington, 1117 Williston Rd., So. Burlington, VT 05403 • 8026607551 • [email protected] • www.marriott.com/BTVDE

RESTAURANT/DINING The Friendly Toast Burlington

Awarded Best New Restaurant Seven Daysies 2019, Seven Days

Group dining in downtown Burlington! The Friendly Toast, just one block oﬀ of the popular Church Street Marketplace, serves up creative meals in a truly unique atmosphere and oﬀers a fun and exciting dining experience morning, noon and night. Our team of chefs love to create new and innovative dishes. Our menu is designed to accommodate a wide variety of diets and preferences. We’ve got a huge selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner options all day every day. Our main focus is to deliver the highest quality dishes made from scratch with the freshest ingredients.  We welcome your groups to The Friendly Toast. Dates of Operation: Daily. SundayWednesday 8:00am9:00pm. ThursdaySaturday 8:00am10:00pm. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served all day. Group Policy and Rates: Reservations required. Group menus available. Contact: Henry Wallace, The Friendly Toast, 86 St. Paul Street, Burlington, VT 05401 • 8024955491 [email protected] • www.thefriendlytoast.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING Harper’s Restaurant South Burlington Conveniently located at the Holiday Inn Burlington, Harper’s Restaurant and Lounge serves classic American fare seven days a week for breakfast and dinner. With seating in the restaurant to accommodate 80 people and almost 4,200 square feet of private dining rooms, Harper’s Restaurant can accommodate groups of any size.

Dates of Operation: Open yearround

Group Policies: Groups welcome by reservation.  Private dining rooms based on availability. Menus range from $10 to $30 per person, inclusive. Driver and Escort complimentary. Ample motorcoach parking available. Special diets gladly accommodated with advance notice.

Contact: Stephanie Cudney, Holiday Inn Burlington, 1068 Williston Rd., South Burlington, VT 05403 Direct: 8024196204 • [email protected] • www.holidayinn.com/burlingtonvt

RESTAURANT/DINING La Villa Bistro Shelburne La Villa is a family owned and chef operated fresh Italian restaurant since 1995, proudly serving lunch and dinner every day. Our local food and a relaxing atmosphere make for great times with groups, large or small.

Our madetoorder menu is a Shelburne Vermont staple and completely customizable for various diets.

The main restaurant seats 60 people with additional space in our 30seat private dining room. We can also customize bag lunches for groups that are on the go and would like to eat at attraction locations or on the bus.

We also oﬀer Vermont homemade Gelato, made fresh daily at our adjacent gelateria Gusto Gelato. We would love to oﬀer Gelato making demonstrations and tasting events. Dates of Operation: Lunch or dinner yearround. Breakfast could be available on request. Closed  Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

Group Policy and Rates: Reservations required. Varied menus available. For bag lunches 10 days advance notice required. Handicapped accessible and plenty of Bus Parking.

Contact: Jill Spell, La Villa Bistro, 3762 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne VT 05482 • (802) 2385599 [email protected] • www.lavillabistro.com • www.gustogelatovt.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING The Lakeview House Restaurant South Burlington

Overlooking the beautiful Lake Champlain and the Adirondack mountains beyond, The Big House at Lakeview farm was built by Lemuel S. Drew in the mid 1800s. This historic Victorian house was part of a 266 acre farm. Much of the interior decor is reminiscent of the past with a nod to the rustic settings found throughout Vermont, while catering to the modern tastes of our clientele.

Our kitchen’s present day philosophy takes a note from the past. We use the freshest ingredients from as many local farmers as best we can while still maintaining a great price for our guest. One way we accomplish both of these is by going back to our roots by being our own farmer. Come in and enjoy a sunny afternoon on our patio and listen to some music while our chef picks fresh vegetables and spices from our adjacent garden to prepare in your meal. All of our food is prepared in house by our kitchen from scratch.

It is in this spirit that we welcome your groups for lunch or dinner to our Big House. 

Dates of Operation: Monday, 3 pm10 pm. TuesdaySaturday, Noon10 pm Group Policy and Rates: Reservations suggested. Group menus available. Located adjacent to the Holiday Inn Express South Burlington. Contact: Lakeview House Restaurant, 1710 Shelburne Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403 • 8028653900 [email protected] • www.lakeviewhouserestaurant.com

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NORTHERN VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING Stowe Bowl Lounge and Eatery at the Sun & Ski Inn Stowe

Group dining with a dose of fun! Enjoy a meal at this stylish, upscale restaurant and add some fun with boutique bowling or a fun game at the Golf Park. Located just minutes away from Stowe Mountain Resort and the historic Stowe Mountain Village, along the Little River, we oﬀer easy access for a group meal or for onsite lodging.

The 8lane Stowe Bowl lounge is not your average bowling experience and the menu and group packages feature your favorite comfort foods with a twist, made with many local ingredients. We welcome parties of 2125 and are happy to customize your food menu and/or activities to the needs of your group.

Grab a lane and bowl or hit the greens at our very own Stowe Golf Park. We also oﬀer onsite lodging at our very own Sun & Ski Inn  and Suites – So, Stay, Play and Eat with us!

Dates of Operation: Group dining and bowling yearround. Golf Park open, MayOctober. Group Policy and Rates: Reservations required. Menus available. Plenty of motorcoach parking. Contact us to arrange an activity with your meal or for lodging options. Contact: Tami Binaghi, Group Sales & Events Manager, Sun & Ski Inn, Stowe Bowl, Stowe Golf Park, 1613 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT 05672 • 8022537159 • [email protected]

SPECIAL EVENT Craft Vermont Event

November 2022, 2020, Burlington Vermont Hand Crafters produces Craft Vermont, a premier threeday, annual art and craft show the week before Thanksgiving at the DoubleTree by Hilton (formerly the Sheraton), South Burlington, Vermont. This is the largest and oldest juried show of Vermont only artists and craftspeople in the state. Customers can shop many booths showcasing oneofakind and limited edition pieces in aromatherapy; baskets; botanicals; ceramics; decorative painting; digital art; fiber decorative; fiber wearable; fine art; furniture; glass; jewelry; leather; metal; mixed media; paper; photography; printmaking; and wood.

The quality and reputation of this event draws thousands of customers from across the state and greater New England. For many of our  members, this is the only time they exhibit their work in Vermont. Dates of Operation: 2019 show dates are: November 2224 2020 show dates are: November 2022 Group Policy and Rates: Discounted group admission tickets available. Contact: Craft Vermont by Vermont Hand Crafters, held at theDoubleTree by Hilton Burlington oﬃ[email protected] • Visit www.vermonthandcrafters.com for more details.

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NORTHERN VERMONT SPECIAL EVENT Vermont Quilt Festival June 2427, 2020 Champlain Valley Expo Essex Junction

New England’s largest and oldest quilt event celebrates its 44th year with some of the best quilts, both contemporary and antique. Hundreds of eyepopping quilts delight thousands of visitors with a grand crosssection of the quiltmaker’s art and a visual feast of color and design.

Opening the Festival is the Champagne and Chocolate Preview on Wednesday evening, when attendees are the ﬁrst to see the exhibits and shop the bustling vendor mall of 80 vendors from across the continent. Scheduled throughout the weekend are quilt appraisals, free gallery talks by exhibit curators, free vendor demonstrations and more. Excellent classes with top instructors and evening programs round out the weekend. A Vermont Chamber of Commerce Time Honored event! For more information, visit www.vqf.org or call us 8028720034

Event Address: Champlain Valley Expo, 105 Pearl Street, Essex Jct., VT (just outside Burlington) Dates of Operation: Wednesday, June 24 Saturday, June 27, 2020. Champagne and Chocolate Preview:  Wednesday, June 24 7:00 pm Group Policy and Rates: Tour groups are encouraged to contact the Festival oﬃce in advance to make arrange ments. Preregistration oﬀers fast and convenient entry to the event. Air conditioned, free and convenient parking, and handicapped accessible. Group Rate (25 or more) $10; children under 14 free. Contact: Vermont Quilt Festival, Inc., 11 Pearl Street, Ste. 205, Essex Jct., VT 05452 • 8028720034 [email protected] • www.vqf.org • facebook.com/vermontquiltfestival • instagram @vermontquiltfestival

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SPECIAL EVENT

Events in Stowe, Vermont Located at the foot of Mt. Mansfield, Vermont’s tallest peak, Stowe is a fourseason destination with abundant historical, cultural and recreational activities—from the mountain to Main Street. Stowe hosts many timehonored annual events. From festive holiday and sporting events, to craft beverage, music and art festivals, highlights of Stowe’s signature events include: ● Stowe Craft Brew Race ● Art on Park, Thursdays, July 9 – ● Stowe Foliage Art on Park May 16, 2020 August 27, 2020 September 2020 ● Stowe Farmers’ Market, Sundays, ● Music in the Meadow at Trapp ● von Trapp Brewing Oktoberfest May 24 – October 11, 2020 Family Lodge, Various Sundays in September 2020 ● Chowderpalooza & Spring Art on July & August 2020 ● Stowe Foliage Arts Festival Park, May 2020, Sample local ● Stowe Arts Week, TBD October 35, 2020 chowders, vote for your favorite. visit gostowe.com ● Dine Stowe, October 1824, 2020 ● B3 Fest – Bikes, Brews & Beats ● Helen Day Art Center “Exposed” ● Vermont 10Miler, November 2020 June 2020 (TBD) – Mountain biking, Exhibition,July – October 2020 ● craft beverages, music. A Traditional Christmas in Stowe ● Stowe Tango Music Festival, December 46, 2020 – Santa, holiday ● Vermont Renaissance Faire, August 1416, 2020 – Premier performances, parade, tree lighting. June 2021, 2020 tango music festival in the U.S. ● Stowe Winter Carnival, January ● Stowe Brewers Festival, June 2628, ● The Race to the Top of Vermont 2021 – Family events, ice carving 2020 – Sample local craft beverages. August 29, 2020 – Hike, bike or demonstrations and ● Seven Miles of Sales, July 36, 2020 run Mt. Mansfield. competition. ● An Old Fashioned Fourth of July ● Stowe Jazz Festival ● Stowe Derby, January  July 4, 2020 – Parades, fireworks, September 1113, 2020 2021 – One of the festivals, food, music, entertainers. ● British Invasion, September 1113, oldest ski races in ● Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival 2020 – Largest allBritish motorcar North America. July 2020, Balloon rides. show in the U.S. For more information about events in Stowe, Vermont, visit gostowe.com or call (800) 4678693. Please confirm all event dates with the organizer.

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CENTRAL VERMONT TABLE OF CONTENTS Attractions: Castle Hill Resort, Ludlow area – Coleman Brook Tavern, Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour, Waterbury . . . 36 10 rooms ...... 50 Ludlow/Okemo ...... 60 Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock . . . . 36 Courtyard by Marriott, Middlebury– Echo Lake Inn, Ludlow...... 60 Cabot Creamery Visitors Center, 77 rooms ...... 51 Greenfields Restaurant, Rutland. . . . . 61 Cabot ...... 37 Fairfield Inn & Suites, Waterbury/ Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee...... 62 Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Waterbury Stowe – 84 rooms ...... 51 Lareau Farm Inn, Waitsfield ...... 62 Center ...... 37 Fairfield Inn & Suites, White River Middlebury Inn, Middlebury ...... 56 Dakin Farm, Ferrisburgh...... 38 Junction – 65 rooms ...... 52 Mildred’s Grill at Vermont Country Danforth Pewter Flagship Store & Hampton Inn, Rutland/Killington – Store, Weston...... 61 Workshop, Middlebury ...... 38 88 rooms ...... 52 Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm, Goodrich’s Maple Farm, Cabot ...... 39 Hampton Inn, White River Junction– Quechee ...... 63 Killington Resort, Killington ...... 39 96 rooms ...... 53 Rumble’s Kitchen, Warren ...... 63 King Arthur Flour Bakers Store, Norwich. . . 40 Holiday Inn, Rutland/Killington – Waybury Inn, Middlebury ...... 64 Mad River Fiber Arts and Mill, Waitsfield . . 40 150 rooms...... 53 Wilder House at President Calvin Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, Holiday Inn Express, Springfield – Coolidge site, Plymouth ...... 69

Montpelier ...... 41 88 rooms ...... 54 Shopping: New England Maple Museum, Holiday Inn Express, White River Cabot Creamery, Cabot...... 37 Pittsford...... 41 Junction – 77 rooms ...... 54 Cabot Farmers’ Store, Waterbury . . . . 65 Okemo Mountain Resort, Ludlow ...... 42 Jackson Gore Inn, Ludlow/Okemo – Cabot Quechee Store, Quechee . . . . . 64 Quechee Gorge Village, Quechee ...... 42 288 rooms...... 55 Vermont Annex, Waterbury...... 65 Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, Killington Grand Hotel, Killington – Vermont Country Store, Weston. . . . . 65 Graniteville ...... 43 200 rooms...... 55 Rokeby Museum National Historic Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee – Special Events: Site, Ferrisburgh ...... 43 130 rooms...... 56 Addison County (Middlebury area) Stone Revival, Pittsfield ...... 46 Middlebury Inn, Middlebury – Annual Events...... 66 Sugarbush Cheese & Maple Farm, 71 rooms ...... 56 Billings Farm & Museum Quilt Woodstock...... 46 Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Exhibition, Woodstock ...... 66 Sugarbush Resort, Warren ...... 47 Chittenden – 35+ rooms ...... 57 Okemo Valley (Ludlow area) UVM Morgan Horse Farm, Middlebury . . 47 The Pointe Hotel at Castle Hill Resort, Regional Events ...... 67 Vermont Country Store, Weston...... 65 Ludlow area – 96 rooms ...... 57 Rutland Region Events ...... 67 Vermont Marble Museum, Proctor...... 48 Sugarbush Resort, Warren – Vermont State House, Montpelier...... 48 142 rooms...... 58 State Historic Sites: White River Inn & Suites, White River Chimney Point, Addison ...... 68 Lodging: Junction – 112 rooms...... 58 Hubbardton Battlefield, Hubbardton . . . 68 Best Western Inn & Suites Mount Independence, Orwell...... 69 Rutland/Killington – 112 rooms...... 49 Restaurant/Dining: President Calvin Coolidge Site, Best Western Plus Waterbury/ Apple Core Luncheonette, Plymouth...... 69 Stowe – 83 rooms ...... 49 Waterbury Center ...... 59 Rokeby Museum National Historic Site, Capitol Plaza Hotel, Montpelier – Castle Hill Resort, Ludlow area ...... 50 Ferrisburgh ...... 43 62 rooms ...... 50 Clear River Tavern, Pittsfield ...... 59 – 35 –

CENTRAL VERMONT ATTRACTION Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour Waterbury

Learn about our company history and how we put our progressive values into action at every step of our ice cream making process. Our 30minute guided tour includes a company history movie, view of the production room and explanation of the manufacturing process and a sample of ice cream. Manufacturing schedule varies. When not manufacturing your guide will narrate a video ﬁlmed on the production room ﬂoor to better explain the process.

Dates of Operation: Open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s.

Hours: 10:006:00 daily with extended hours JuneOctober. Last tour leaves 1 hour prior to closing time.  Group Policy and Rates: $4/adult; $3/senior (60+); 12 and younger free. 2 complimentary admissions and cone coupons for escort and driver. Advanced reservations accepted for groups of 10+. Duration of visit is 1hr 15 30mins. Handicapped accessible. Wheelchairs and hearing assistance available for use; ample restrooms.

Contact: Amy Weller, [email protected] • 8028822040; 1281 WaterburyStowe Rd. Waterbury, VT 05676 www.benjerry.com

ATTRACTION Billings Farm & Museum

Woodstock Explore one of the ﬁnest small dairy farms in America and a museum of Vermont’s rural past. Get comfortable with our Jersey cows, sheep, horses, and oxen through activities and programs. The operating dairy farm, restored 1890 Farm Manager’s House, and engaging farm life exhibits displayed in 19th century barns, showcase this model farm, a Woodstock landmark since 1871. Site is handicappedaccessible; wheelchairs available. Allow 1 ½ hours minimum.

Dates of Operation: DAILY: April – October, 9:30 am5:00 pm WEEKENDS: November – February, 9:30 am4 pm. Tours for other days/times also available by appointment.

Group Policy and Rates: $9.00 per person. Engaging programs with our livestock or on a speciﬁc theme, sleigh or wagon rides, and/or handson activities can be arranged especially for your group for an additional fee – please inquire when reserving. 10 person minimum. Reservation recommended. Driver and escort receive free admission and complimentary ice cream from the Dairy Bar. Ample parking. 

Contact: Group Reservations Coordinator, Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Road (Rte. 12 North and Old River Road), Woodstock, VT 05091 • 8024572355 • Fax: 8024574663 • [email protected] www.billingsfarm.org

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CENTRAL VERMONT ATTRACTION Cabot Creamery Cabot “Experience the great taste of Cabot!”

Our worldrenowned Creamery is nestled on a hillside in one of Vermont’s smallest towns. From our Visitors Center, watch our informative video and see how we transform milk from local farms into the “Best Cheddar in the World.” Nibble on our cheeses and sample many other Vermont products. Stock up on Weekly Specials! Please allow 45 minutes to one hour.

Dates of Operation: JanuaryMay 19: MondaySaturday 10am4pm; May 20October: Daily 9am5pm; NovemberDecember: Daily 10am4pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, Easter 

Group Policy and Rates: Free admission. Capacity 2 buses at one time. Ample parking. Advance reservations requested.

Contact: Sarah Pastula, [email protected] • Cabot Visitors Center, Route 215, 2878 Main Street, Cabot, VT 05647 • 8008374261 • [email protected] • www.cabotcheese.com

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Cold Hollow Cider Mill Waterbury Center “New England’s Favorite Cider Mill” – Yankee Magazine

A Vermont legend since 1974, Cold Hollow is New England's largest cider mill. Real Vermont on Route 100! Watch us press fresh apple cider on an oldfashioned rackandcloth press (pressing hours vary, check website). Free fresh apple cider samples. Live observation beehive. Maple products. Fresh bakery, fresh cider donuts made daily. Next door at the Apple Core Luncheonette sample authentic hard cider from a REAL cider mill (Then join us for lunch). And NEW this year, breakfast! Dates of Operation: Yearround, 7 days/week, 8 am6 pm  Group Policy: Tours welcome, reservations advised, free admission, handicappedaccessible, ample restrooms, 20% discount on driver/escort purchases. Coming for lunch? Our Apple Core Luncheonette can accommodate a full coach for lunch, call ahead for reservation and menus.

Contact: Jamie Neuman, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, 3600 WaterburyStowe Rd. (Route 100), Waterbury Center, VT 05677 • 8003277537 • 8022448771 • Fax 8022447212 • [email protected] • www.coldhollow.com

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Dakin Farm, Ferrisburgh

Stop by for a real Vermont taste experience and learn how it’s made!

Look into our USDAinspected smokehouse where you might see sausage coming out of the smoker or our Master Smoker, Bob, perform his craft of mapleglazing and spiralslicing hams. Step into our Sugarhouse, where you can see our King Style Maple Syrup Evaporator, tools used to collect sap dating back to the 1800’s, and a video on the history of sugaring. Make sure to grab a maple creemee made with lots of pure Vermont maple syrup before heading into our NEW airconditioned movie theater to view our Dakin Farm story! Explore our retail store and the huge selection of Vermont products, gifts, and the best quality pure Vermont maple syrup you’ll ﬁnd in VT. Generous FREE samples of smoked meat, artisan cheese, pure maple syrup and so much more! Purchases can be shipped home or carried out.

Dates of Operation: 8 am to 5 pm (6 pm summer and fall) seven days a week, yearround. Please call for holiday hours. Group Policy and Rates: Group Tours welcome, reservations appreciated. Free admission to our new theater and  selfguided tours welcome through our sugarhouse. Restrooms and ample FREE samples available daily. Group Tour Rate Available on Maple Creemees! Contact: Eric LeBeau General Manager or Sam Cutting IV, President. Dakin Farm, 5707 Route 7, Ferrisburgh, VT 05456. Nationwide tollfree 80099DAKIN, Vermont • 8024253971 • Fax 8024252765 [email protected] • www.dakinfarm.com

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Danforth Pewter – Flagship Store & Workshop, Middlebury

From our workshop in Middlebury, Vermont, we make American pewter inspired by ancient craft and modernday design. We create beautiful objects — rooted in simplicity and functionality — designed to be used: Christmas ornaments passed down through generations, oil lamps to light cozy homes, jewelry to adorn the everyday. We honor the metal, we celebrate milestones, and we elevate the everyday with handcrafted pewter designed to stand the test of time.

Visit our Flagship Store & Workshop to watch how it’s made in person. Our observation windows welcome you to watch our craftspeople create unique, handmade pieces, while our knowledgeable associates explain each step of the process. After the observation tour, you’re invited to take a moment to learn about the history of pewtermaking in America along our history wall, which includes a display of colonial era Danforth Pewter pieces from the family’s private collection. In addition to tours and history, our Flagship Store eroﬀ s a fun shopping experience and a tasting room from the local Foley Brothers Brewery, for those 21 and over.

Dates of Operation: Flagship Store: MondaySaturday 9:305:30, Sundays 114; Workshop Demonstrations: Monday Friday 9:303:00; Foley Brothers Brewery Tasting Room: Wed – Sat 115, Sundays 114 Group Policy and Rates: Free viewing and visual tour. Motor Coach and Bike Tours receive a special discount on  product purchases. Tasting Room open to guests 21 & over. Ample parking, fully accessible, clean restrooms. A DVD about Danforth Pewter plays near the viewing windows and history wall. Contact: Danforth Pewter Flagship Store & Workshop – 52 Seymour St, Middlebury, VT 05754 8023880098 • [email protected] • danforthpewter.com

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Goodrich’s Maple Farm, Cabot

Welcome to Goodrich’s Maple Farm Familyowned and operated since 1840. Seven generations of dedication have made our award winning maple products sought by customers from all over the world. In the beautiful post & beam building, able to accommodate large groups, visitors enjoy FREE, educational tours by the Goodrich family. Visiting the sugarhouse in the springtime boiling season of March and April brings extra treats– syrup warm from the evaporator and the alltime favorite treat: sugar on snow. See the sap boiling from 40,000 trees in our evaporator! The smell of the sweet sap boiling teases you with visions of pancakes and waﬄes! Sugaring season lasts approximately four weeks but we are open YEARROUND.

Enjoy samples of syrup, delicious maple spreads and homemade jelly at our taster's table! We can accommodate large groups and multiple coaches. Tours last approximately 30 minutes. We prefer reservations, but if you need a ﬁller, we can take you without reservations if you are in the area. Learn all about Maple – from our trees to your table! Displays of modern and antique maple sugaring equipment. Tours are fun, educational and full of Vermont humor!

Group Tours Welcome – Educational and Fun FREE TOURS of our family owned  sugarhouse. Ample parking for up to 10 coaches, drive thru access. Dates of Operation: Normal business hours are 9 am5 pm Monday Saturday, till noon, closed Sundays and Holidays. Group Policy and Rates: Motorcoaches are always welcome. Ample parking for up to 10 coaches. Contact: Goodrich’s Maple Farm, 2427 US Rte. 2, Cabot, VT 05647 • 8026391854 [email protected] • www.goodrichmaplefarm.com

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Killington Resort, Killington

Killington Resort is a four season destination that sits on 3,000 acres in the heart of the Green Mountains in central Vermont. The Resort boasts more than 70 miles of diverse snowsports terrain spread out over six peaks and oﬀers the most expansive lift network and snowmaking system in the East. After the snow melts, Killington features an 18hole championship golf course, 35 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails and a host of outdoor events and attractions. NEW – Summer Adventure Center.

Killington Grand Hotel is the only fullservice mountainside hotel. Offering a wide range of amenities for all hotel guests; onsite restaurant, gift shop, game room, health club, complimentary WiFi, easy outdoor access to the slopes and Tubing Park. Features a convenient skibridge access to the slopes from DecemberMarch and in the summer, the first tee of the Killington Golf Course is only 200 yards from the front door. Enjoy our heated outdoor pool open year round, lounge by the firepit and take in the natural beauty of the Green Mountains.

Recognized by TripAdvisor for the third consecutive year with a Certiﬁcate of Excellence for achieving outstanding  reviews by travelers on TripAdvisor. Killington Resort is conveniently located in central Vermont.

Contact: [email protected] • 228 East Mountain Road, Killington, VT 05751 • 88864GRAND www.killington.com

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ATTRACTION King Arthur Flour Baker’s Store Norwich

King Arthur Flour is America’s oldest ﬂour company founded in 1790 to provide pure, highquality ﬂour. More than 220 years later, we’re inspiring bakers everywhere as the nation’s premier baking company.

Discover our ﬂagship campus conveniently located at 135 US Route 5 in Norwich, Vermont just oﬀ of exit 12 on I91.

Our Baker’s store offers thousands of ingredients, tools, pans, and appliances. Enjoy the expertise of our floor staff as you discover everything you need for your very best baking. For bakers of any level looking to hone their skills, our Baking Education Center offers a variety of classes and demonstrations.

We believe that good food starts with good ingredients. At our Café & Bakery, we support local farms. Our sandwiches and salads are created to highlight the best our region has to offer. Our bakery uses traditional methods and topquality ingredients in everything we bake, from breads to delicate French croissants to all American fudge brownies. You’ll enjoy every bite. Dates of Operation: Open Daily from 7:30am – 6:00pm Closed New Year’s Day, Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Group Policy: Snacks, and to go lunches for individual on own purchases. Box lunches available with 48 hour notice. Café has limited indoor seating and outdoor patio. Prior notice is required for our brief history tour.  Customized baking classes/ demonstrations are available by special arrangement. Contact: King Arthur Flour, 135 US Route 5 South, Norwich, VT 05055 8026493361 bakers@kingarthurflour.com • www.kingarthurflour.com/visit

ATTRACTION Mad River Fiber Arts & Mill

FarmtoFiber Experience, Waitsfield We are passionate about the fiber arts. Visit and watch how we take wool from small farms and producers and process it into yarn and a wide range of products from roving to rug yarn. Just like the FarmtoTable movement has taken hold across the country Mad River Fiber Arts would like to start a FarmtoFiber movement. We strive to educate about where our clothes and textiles come from and to support the local economies by providing our customers with high quality products from their own fiber, which they can sell in their shops or at fairs.

We also have our own line of yarn and ﬁber products made from 100% Vermont wool, alpaca and mohair. Our colorful and vibrant hand dyed products are like a candy store for the ﬁber lover.

We invite you to visit, learn and understand the process in this special experience. Located just over 20 minutes  from popular Ben & Jerry’s and minutes from Bridge Street, with a covered bridge, scenic views and specialty shops. Dates of Operation: Yearround with reservations. Group Policy and Rates: Tour $4.00 p/p. Reservations required. Plenty of motorcoach parking. Scenic Mad River views and just across from Lareau Farm Inn for an onfarm lunch. Contact: Susan Snider, Mad River Fiber Arts & Mill, 6163 Main Street (Rte. 100), Waitsfield, VT 05673 8024967746 • susan@madriverfibermill.com • madriverfibermill.com

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ATTRACTION Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks Montpelier

200 Years of Maple Experience! Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks is only 2.7 miles from downtown Montpelier. The Morse family’s eight generation maple experience is shown via colorful video and live presentations in the farm’s Woodshed Theatre and Sugarhouse. An outdoor museum includes an antique replica of the Vermont State House. A gentle maple trail leads right to the trees where it all begins. Visitors delight in Burr Morse’s soft sculpture and tree elves. Vermont specialty foods, produce in season, and a full array of craft and gift items. Selections can be mailed or carried out. Allow 1 hour for this unique stop. Dates of Operation: Open 7 days, yearround

Group Policy and Rates: Tour groups always welcome. Reservations required mid September – October. Pricing for tour group visits: Vans 811 passengers – $25.00 per van; Minibus, 1221 passengers – $45.00 per  minibus; Motorcoaches, 22+ passengers – $80.00 per motorcoach. Sugaronsnow available at $5.97 pp (+ tax), maple creemees $2.25 pp (+ tax), drivers and escorts complimentary.

Contact: Morse Farm (Main Street) 1168 County Road, Montpelier, VT 05602 • Outside VT (800) 2422740 – (802) 2232740 – Fax (802) 2237450 • [email protected] – www.morsefarm.com

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New England Maple Museum and Vermont Artisan Gift Shop and Specialty Food Pittsford/Rutland

The New England Maple Museum is located on Route 7 just north of Rutland in Pittsford, Vermont. Our museum brings visitors on a centurieslong journey through maple sugaring from the early beginnings of Native American time through present day. Ournewly renovated gift shop is filled with maple syrup (made by our maple farm in Lincoln, Vermont) and all maple products, Vermont Artisan crafts and specialty foods, and souvenirs. We offer samplings of maple syrup and other Vermontmade food. Enjoy a picnic beside our lovely pond, feed the fish and take in the beauty of Vermont. Take a selfie with the world’s largest jug of Vermont maple syrup! Dates of Operation: Open 7 days a week from 9:005:00. Please check our website or call us at 8024839414 if you need further information. Group Policy and Rates: We welcome tours by advanced  reservation. Motor coach, 22+ passengers– $100. Plenty of parking and public restrooms. Contact: Rhonda Gadhue or Laura Goodrich, New England Maple Museum, 4578 Route 7, Pittsford, Vermont 05763 • Phone: 8024839414 • Email: [email protected] or visit us on the web at: www.maplemuseum.com

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Okemo Mountain Resort Outdoor Activities and Experiences

Ludlow Rising above the village of Ludlow, in southcentral Vermont, Okemo Mountain Resort is a fourseason playground that built its reputation for quality and superior guest service. Okemo Mountain Resort is the outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true. The wintertime brings exceptional Vermont skiing and snowboarding on snow that is ranked in the top 3 in the East year after year by SKI Magazine. In the summertime, our Adventure Zone includes attractions to keep the whole group busy. Add to that our two championship golf courses and you have a recipe for quality group tour fun!

Group Policy: Contact us for details and information to plan your tour to Okemo and Vermont. Dates: Yearround! Okemo and the surrounding area offer your group an endless selection of activities, attractions  and lodging for all ages. Contact: Group Sales, Okemo Mountain Resort, 111 Jackson Gore Rd, Ludlow, VT 05149 • 80078OKEMO (8007865366) [email protected] • www.okemo.com

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Quechee Gorge Village, Quechee The artisans and shops at Quechee Gorge Village.

Watch, taste and shop Vermont products and more.

A unique funfilled attraction offering something for everyone! This lovely country setting is a showcase for antiques, cheese, wine, and spirits tasting, clothing, restaurant, live alpacas, Vermont artisans all in one convenient location just minutes off I89. Taste Vermont at Cabot Cheese Quechee Store, Putney Mountain Winery, Public House Diner, The Ice Cream Machine, The Vermont Spot – free fudge tastings, and Vermont Spirits Distilling Company. Marvel at the work of Vermont artisans at Deirdre Donnelly Jewelry Art, Green Mountain Blacksmith Shop, Whisper Hill Body & Home. Find a special item to take home from the Vermont Antique Mall, Quechee Home, Artifactory, the Vermont Alpaca Store, and Vermont Toys & Games Gift Shop. Relive your childhood at the Vermont Toy Museum and take a tour with the founder of this amazing museum.

Quechee Gorge Village is a threetime recipient of Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England awards: The Best Place to Shop, Best Toy Shop and Best OneStop Antique Shop! Quechee Gorge Village oﬀers the best of Vermont in airconditioned comfort with clean rest facilities for your customers! Please allow at least one hour or more to really enjoy this great destination stop.

Dates of Operation: Open 7 days except for Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day from 9:30am – 5:30pm (some shops close at 5:00pm). Seasonal amusement rides are weather permitting. Group Policy and Rates: Some tastings are free. Guided tour through The Vermont Toy Museum with the  founder $2/pp, 20 person minimum, reservations required. Group rates available for amusement rides. Advance notice for your visit is appreciated but not required. Ample parking. Contact: Robin Neil, Quechee Gorge Village, P.O. Box 730, Quechee, VT 05059 • 8022951550 [email protected] or www.quecheegorge.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT ATTRACTION Rock of Ages Quarry Tours & the World’s Only Outdoor Granite Bowling Lane, Barre

Come visit Rock of Ages and embark on a oneofakind tour experience. Re cently named one of Popular Mechanics “it” destinations for the Best Summer Road Trip Destinations we oﬀer something for all ages.

No trip to Central Vermont is complete without a guided tour, our experienced guides will keep you entertained with stories of yesteryear as you behold the panoramic views atop the world’s deepest dimensional granite quarry. And no trip to Rock of Ages is complete without trying your luck on our oneofkind outdoor granite bowling lane.

The Visitors Center oﬀers many fun exhibits including a theater where you can explore Rock of Ages’ rich history and learn how we quarry stone, enjoy a unique shopping experience featuring granite gifts and Vermont products and check out our selfguided factory tour where you can watch our stone sculptors creating rock solid works of art.

Dates of Operation: April – October (closed Sundays & July 4)  Group Policy and Rates: Groups always welcome, reservations necessary. Groups rates available for 20 or more guests, please call to make your reservation and inquire about our rates. Free coach parking. Each coach receives 3 complimentary tours for driver, escort and leader. Contact: Ruthie Adams, [email protected], Visitors Center Manager, 558 Graniteville Road, Graniteville, VT 05654 • 8026611102 • tours.rockofages.com

ATTRACTION Rokeby Museum National Historic Site, Ferrisburgh

Are you looking for a one to twohour opportunity for groups to experience memorable stories of Vermont’s past? Rokeby Museum brings to life the stories of four generations of Vermont Quakers who, from 1793 to 1961, lived and worked at Rokeby as farmers, abolitionists, artists, writers and active members of their community.

Galleries in the Museum’s modern education center include the museum’s award winning multimedia exhibit Free & Safe: The Underground Railroad in Vermont, which explores the stories of fugitives from slavery who were sheltered at Rokeby. Seasonal special exhibits combining art and history make connections to contemporary life.

The historic house – fully furnished with 200 years of belongings – oﬀers an intimate glimpse into Vermont history. Eight historic farm buildings set in a pastoral landscape invite leisurely investigation.

Rokeby Museum can prepare a tailored experience based on your group’s special interests, and lively gallery talks with the curator and catering are available by prearrangement. 

Dates of Operation: Group tours available by reservation only from May to November, with a 15person minimum for $8.00 per person; driver & guide’s admission is complimentary. Contact Information: Catherine Brooks, Rokeby Museum, 4334 Rte. 7, Ferrisburgh, VT 05456 • (802) 8773406 [email protected] or [email protected] • www.rokeby.org

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ATTRACTION Stone Revival Gallery & Gift Shop Pittsﬁeld/Stockbridge

The ideal Vermont Stop for your Motorcoach Tour Located on the picturesque VT Route 100 byway with breathtaking views of the surround ing mountains. Visit our sculpture garden, art studio and Gift Shop showcasing 18 Vermont artisans, ﬁne art, ceramics, handmade jewelry, wood crafts, collectibles and more.

The featured artist is M. Julian Isaacson, a Vermont native and master sculptor in marble and hardwoods. His sculpture carvings, custom tiles and ﬁne art are showcased throughout.

Located at the intersection of Route 100 and Route 107, a perfect stop on way to and from many popular group destinations including Woodstock and Quechee, Montpelier and Waterbury.

Special Experience: Watch Julian at work in the outside sculpture studio. Summer: Enjoy a picnic with boxed lunches direct from our kitchen. Fall: Take in the glorious foliage. Dates of Operation: May 1 Oct 31 Tuesday to Saturday 11 5. (Sun/Mon by reservation). Nov 1 Apr 30 Wednes day to Sunday 11 5 (Mon/Tues by reservation). Group Policy and Rates: Reservation recommended. Visit can include boxed lunches with advance reservation.  Driver and escort receive a complimentary meal. Ample parking and ground level for ease of access, with ADA bathroom facilities. Contact: Lee Ann Isaacson, proprietor, 1354 VT Route 100, Stockbridge VT 05772 • 8027468110 [email protected] • www.stonerevival.com

ATTRACTION Sugarbush Cheese and Maple Farm, Woodstock A scenic working farm in central Vermont. Guided tour includes visiting the maple sugar house with detailed explanation of maple tree tapping, sap collection, and syrup making, plus a sample of maple syrup. Your group will also be treated to samples of some of our cheeses (which are hand packaged in wax for safe unrefrigerated travel). Shop our farm house store for 15 kinds of cheese, all sizes of maple syrup as well as Vermont jams and mustards (always open for sampling). Shipping available. Farm animals to pet. Within 15 minutes of Billings Farm & Museum, Quechee Gorge, and Simon Pearce Glass. Allow 1 1/2 hours (one hour at the farm and 15 minutes from Rte. 4 to get here and 15 minutes to get back to Rte. 4).

Dates of Operation: Guided tours June 1 – late October. Open daily 9 am (earlier by special arrangement) to 5 pm

Group Policy and Rates: Free admission. Complimentary gift for driver and guide. Located on a rural road so advance reservations are necessary to have our guide meet you on Route 4 near Woodstock or at the Quechee Gorge. 

Contact: Betsy Luce, Sugarbush Farm, 591 Sugarbush Farm Road, Woodstock, VT 05091 Toll Free 8002811757 • Fax 8024573269 • [email protected] • www.sugarbushfarm.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT ATTRACTION Sugarbush Resort Warren Outdoor Activities and Experiences Sugarbush Resort’s main draw is its legendary skiing, but that isn’t the only activity at Sugarbush. Summer is one of Vermont’s hidden gems. In the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains, Robert Trent Jones Sr. crafted a golf masterpiece at Sugarbush. Amidst winding streams, rolling pastures, and a pristine mountain forest, the Sugarbush Resort Golf Club offers a breathtaking, scenic golfing experience. Hiking, chairlift rides, mountain biking and disc golf are offered daily in addition to zip line rides.

The Sugarbush Health & Recreation Center within walking distance of Lincoln Peak features indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, a fullservice fitness center, tennis courts and clinics (including New England Tennis Holiday camps), rock climbing and massage therapy.  Sugarbush can easily accommodate groups of any size.

Dates of Operation: Visit sugarbush.com for hours Group Policy and Rates: Tours welcome, advanced planning recommended. Our chairlift rides are weather dependent. Contact: Molly Quinn, Tour, Group & Conference Sales Manager, Sugarbush Resort, 1840 Sugarbush Access Rd., Warren, VT 05674 • 8025836553 • [email protected] • www.sugarbush.com

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University of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm Weybridge/Middlebury

Located in scenic Weybridge, just 2.5 miles from downtown Middlebury is a stately pastoral scene from a grandiose era goneby. This working horse farm has been a breeding and training facility for Morgan Horses since 1878. A former US Government Cavalry Remount Station, the farm has been under the University of Vermont’s stewardship as since 1951. Continuing the original mission of perpetuating and preserving the Morgan horse, the farm is open to educate the public and students about the importance of Vermont’s State Animal.

Horse enthusiasts, history buﬀs and visitors alike will enjoy the scenic countryside, guided tours, gift shop and visiting our 40+ registered Morgans whose origins come from a single stallion “Figure” immortalized by a lifesize bronze statue on site. Come learn about America’s ﬁrst breed of horse, the Morgan.

Dates of Operation: First weekend in May through last weekend in October last tour is at 3pm). Foals are typically born in AprilMay and foliage is peak in October. Tours may be scheduled outside this date range with advanced booking, depending on Farm schedule. Group Policy and Rates: $5 for adults, $3 youth 517, ages 4 and under free. Groups larger than 20 people enjoy  a discounted rate of $4 per adult with guides comped. To ensure the best guest experience, two group bookings per day is typically maximum. All groups must be scheduled in advance. Contact: UVM Morgan Horse Farm, 74 Battell Drive, Weybridge, VT 05753 • 8023882011 [email protected] • www.uvm.edu/cals/morganhorsefarm • Facebook@uvmmorganhorsefarm

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Vermont Marble Museum, Proctor Ten things you don’t want to miss at the Vermont Marble Museum!

1. America’s history in our Hall of Presidents. 2. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier exhibit. 3. The stories of stone workers from around the world. 4. Our Resident Marble Sculptor – then try it yourself! 5. Our airconditioned movie theater. 6. Imagine yourself deep inside a marble quarry and then walk to our local quarry. 7. Have your picture taken with your favorite President. 8. Meet “Raymond the Triceratops” in our Earth Alive Geology room. 9. Marble bathrooms? We’ve got them! 10. Take home a ‘treasure’ from our Museum Shop.

Awarded 2018 Yankee Magazine Best of New England

Bonus! You will travel across a marble bridge, past a marble Fire House and under a marble entrance on way to the Vermont Marble Museum – The World’s Largest Marble Exhibit.

Dates of Operation: Open May mid October, 10 am to 5 pm, Daily.  Group Policy: Group Rate is $4.50 for 10 or more, reservations requested, 48 hour cancellation policy. Contact: Vicky Young, The Vermont Marble Museum, 52 Main Street, Proctor, Vermont 05765 8004271396 or 8024592750 • [email protected] • [email protected] www.vermontmarblemuseum.org

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Vermont State House, Montpelier

The Vermont General Assembly welcomes your tour group and invites them to view one of our nation’s oldest and bestpreserved state capitols. After 150 years, the Vermont State House still commands the landscape of Montpelier, the smallest capital city in America. As your group tours the halls and chambers, we hope they will develop a sense of what makes this historic building, and the state for which it was built, so unique.

Dates of Operation: Bus tour groups can be accommodated from June through October.

Under the Dome Gifts, a gift shop featuring Vermont crafts and products, is open from mid June through October.

Group Policy: A donation of $2.00 per visitor is suggested. Guided tours are provided with advance notiﬁcation, or visitors can selfguide with an audio tour accessible by cell  phone. For reservations, contact the SergeantatArms Oﬃce at 8028282228.

Contact: Sergeant at Arms, Vermont State House 115 State St, Montpelier, VT 05602 • 8028282228 [email protected] • statehouse.vermont.gov

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Best Western Inn & Suites RutlandKillington

“Not your typical box hotel, we are the true Vermont experience”

Centrally located in the heart of the Green Mountains. Convenience, quality and service, the Best Western Inn & Suites, situated on 12 beautiful rolling acres in a park setting, is 100% non smoking, offering deluxe standard rooms each with a microwave and refrigerator. Guests will wake each morning to a complimentary hot continental breakfast featuring a make your own waffle bar, fitness room, business center, complimentary highspeed internet throughout the property and onsite guest laundry facilities. We are no more than a one hour’s drive to most of Vermont's many wonderful attractions such as Norman Rockwell Museum, Vermont Marble Exhibit, New England Maple Museum, Hildene (the home of Robert Todd Lincoln), Quechee Gorge and The Vermont Country Store just to name a few. All of our groups receive an onboard greeting upon arrival, baggage handling, a delicious welcome reception and a departure gift to remember your stay with us. Groups are 10 or more rooms and are subject to 9% Vermont tax and a 1% town tax. Please call for specific dates and rates. On your next visit to  Vermont, make sure it includes a night or two at the centrally located Best Western Inn & Suites RutlandKillington.

Contact: Nick Fisher, Area Director of Sales and Marketing, Best Western Inn & Suites, 5 Best Western Pl. (Rte. 4), Rutland, VT 05701 • 8025038463 • nick.ﬁ[email protected] • www.bestwestern.com/rutlandkillington

LODGING Best Western Plus Waterbury/Stowe

5time winner Chairman’s Award Trip Advisor Hall of Fame Award

Situated just off I89, on 14 acres atop a plateau, in the heart of the Green Mountains. Our property offers 83 comfortable guestrooms that are 100% nonsmoking. Our first class amenities include a glass enclosed heated pool, whirlpool, fitness center, fireside library and Vermont Covered Bridge. Each room offers bath, HD flat screen TV, WiFi, coffee maker, refrigerator, hair dryer and iron. Many rooms feature mountain views. Some handicap accessible rooms available. All rooms access via interior corridors. Elevator, luggage service and coach parking are available.

Our group packages include overnight accommodations; welcome reception with homemade cookies, coﬀee and warm apple cider, luggage handling, and a hot buﬀet breakfast each morning. Group dining is available with prior arrangements.

Our central location is an ideal headquarters for your daily tours. The Inn is conveniently located between Burlington, the State capital of  Montpelier and Stowe. Surrounding attractions include: Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory (.5mi), Cold Hollow Cider Mill (3mi.), Cabot Creamery Annex (2 mi.), Keurig Green Mountain Coﬀee Roasters (1 mi), Rock of Ages (23 mi), Stowe Village (10 mi), Church Street Marketplace (27 mi), Ethan Allen Cruise line (26 mi), and the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory (32 mi).

It will be our pleasure to work with you to develop a unique itinerary for your Vermont tour.

Contact: Best Western Plus • Group Sales at 8022447822 or [email protected], 45 Blush Hill Rd, Waterbury, VT 05676

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Capitol Plaza, Montpelier Awarded Best Hotel, Best Steakhouse, Best Seafood, Best Sunday Brunch (Times Argus) Located in Vermont’s capital city of Montpelier, the Capitol Plaza is a delightful hotel offering elegant rooms and memorable dining at J. Morgans Steakhouse. Whether you are traveling with a group, company or individuals, our facility, staff, food and overall hospitality are all here to assist in making your stay perfect. You’ll grow fond of Montpelier and the surrounding area, as many travelers do, and will want to return. Activities in the area in clude popular attractions such as Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory (11 miles), Cold Hollow Cider Mill (12 miles), Morse Farm Sugarhouse (3 miles), and Barre Granite Quarries (8 miles), just to name a few. Many travelers use the Capitol Plaza as a home base and take day trips to any region of the state. Here are some suggested tours for groups or individuals: Backyard Tour (by foot) – Visit the Vermont State House and see the simple yet elegant home of the state’s citi zen legislature (in session Jan.April each year). A mustsee! Your next visit is the Pavilion Museum (adjacent to the State House), home to the recently updated Vermont Historical Society Library & Museum. In the Neighborhood (within 10 minutes) – Your first stop would be the Barre Granite Quarries, just 8 miles away, where you will see a working mine for the famous ‘Barre Gray’ Granite, seen around the world. Next on your list would be Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, only 3 miles away. Enjoy sugaronsnow and some maple ice cream, or send gift items home from the mailorder desk. A Little Farther (within 45 minutes)– Travel up Interstate 89 to nearby Waterbury for a Ben & Jerry’s Factory tour, then on to Cold Hollow Cider Mill. On the way, stop at The Vermont Annex, home to a Cabot Cheese  outlet, as well as Lake Champlain Chocolates. Then continue to nearby Stowe for shopping. Any tour can be customized by the Capitol Plaza sales staff, all certified Vermont Ambassadors. For those groups staying elsewhere, the Capitol Plaza banquet facilities are ideal for a private lunch or dinner for tour groups. Contact: Brian Cain, Sales and Marketing Director, Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, 100 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05602 8022235252 or 8002745252 • Fax 8022295427 [email protected] • www.capitolplaza.com

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Castle Hill Resort & Spa, Okemo Valley

Castle Hill Resort & Spa is a member of the prestigious, Historic Hotels of America, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Luxury reigns supreme at our elegant, full service resort which features a unique collection of individually decorated guest rooms.

The Pointe Hotel is an integral part of Castle Hill Resort & Spa and has been designed for those seeking wellappointed Vermont resort accommodations at an aﬀordable price.

Our awardwinning Aveda Concept Spa – the only fullservice spa in the Okemo/Ludlow region – is located in the historic carriage house, oﬀering services designed to help you relax and rejuvenate.

If you are staying with us, prepare for an amazing dining experience. Executive Chef Alphonsus Harris promises a feast for the eyes as well as the palate! His Frenchinﬂuenced American cuisine oﬀered at breakfast and dinner, focuses on local produce and quality meats. And while the food is the focal point, the Dining Room is also something to behold where the subtle chime of the grandfather clock, the opulent glow of the candlelit wood paneling, and the understated music come together to create one of the most intimate and elegant settings in Ludlow.  Group Policy: Group luncheons and dinners upon request. Contact: Cindy Sheehan Benard, Castle Hill Resort & Spa, 2940 Route 103, Proctorsville, VT 05149 • 8022267688 [email protected] • www.castlehillresortvt.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Courtyard by Marriott Middlebury

The Middlebury Courtyard is Vermont's most unique Marriott property. Combining New England design and decor such as its wraparound porch and ﬁreplace suites, with modern services and amenities the Middlebury Courtyard is the perfect choice for leisure or business.

The 77 room, Courtyard by Marriott surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make stays away from home truly enjoyable. Relax and get ready for the day ahead in one of our superb guest rooms, featuring a comfortable large welllit work desk with ergonomic chair, two line phones as well as free highspeed wireless Internet, complimentary weekday newspaper, refrigerator, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and inroom coﬀee.

Enjoy our Bistro for breakfast or dinner and drinks while enjoying Starbucks Coﬀee 24/7. When you need to unwind at the end of the day, take advantage of our swimming pool, whirlpool and Fitness room. FREE highspeed Internet access.

The Middlebury Courtyard is the perfect destination for your group to enjoy many of Vermont’s most popular attractions and events. Our convenient Route 7 location is  minutes from Danforth Pewter’s Workshop and Factory Store, the UVM Morgan Horse Farm and numerous other attractions, wineries, breweries and more; and along the way to Rutland, Killington and Burlington.

Contact: Mandie Santana, Regional Director of Sales • [email protected] • 2102687744 • 309 Court St. (Route 7) Middlebury, VT 05758 • 8023887600 • www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/btvcycourtyardmiddlebury

LODGING Fairﬁeld Inn & Suites Waterbury/Stowe

Located in Vermont’s legendary Green Mountains, the Award Winning Fairfield Inn and Suites in Waterbury Stowe is the ideal destination for your tour groups. The Fairfield is ideally positioned to help our guests take advantage of all Vermont has to offer. Conveniently located just off I89, our 84 room hotel offers complimentary Wifi, Keurig® coffee makers and refrigerators in every room, secure parking, indoor pool and whirlpool, state of the art fitness center, and a complimentary hot breakfast to start the day out right.

Beyond our doors, we are within 30 minutes of four incredible ski resorts, two cross country ski centers, epic hiking and mountain biking trails, the Waterbury Reservoir and the Winooski and Mad Rivers for kayaking, ﬁshing and swimming, not to mention world class farm to table cuisine and craft breweries! All this, and Ben & Jerry’s,  Cold Hollow Cider Mill and Cabot Cheese is steps away. Fairﬁeld Inn and Suites is the best choice for your stay in Northern Vermont.

Contact: Eileen Elliott, Sales Coordinator 1017 Waterbury Stowe Rd (Route 100), Waterbury, VT 05676 [email protected] • www.marriott.com/btvwb

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Fairﬁeld Inn & Suites White River Junction

The Fairﬁeld Inn and Suites White River is located in the bustling historic railroad town of White River Junction Vermont. Conveniently located at the crossroads of Interstates 91 and 89 we are a true gateway to the north.

We are the perfect hotel for hub and spoke tours, which might include Billings Farm and Museum, Simon Pearce Glassblowing, Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences and Sugarbush Maple and Cheese Farm, Long Trail Ale Brewery, Harpoon Brewery and Vermont Spirits Distillery.

The nearby town of West Lebanon, NH has a variety of restaurants that can handle larger groups and we can help plan an itinerary to suit your needs.

To help your travelers start their day with a smile, we offer a free hot breakfast every morning. This hot breakfast buffet offers something for everyone from the most basic fresh hot cup of coffee or tea to a hearty plate of eggs, meat, waffles, assorted breads, cereals, yogurts, and fruits. While you are traveling, we know that it is important to keep in touch with family, and friends. The Fairfield Inn and Suites White River offers our complimentary high speed internet access throughout the hotel. In addition, we have a quiet business center equipped with two independent computers and a printer that is available to all our guests.

After a long day it is wonderful to come back to the Fairfield Inn and Suites White River and unwind in either our indoor heatedswimming pool or our newly expanded fitness center which offers free weights, treadmills, recumbent bikes, elliptical machines and a yoga enc ter. Finally, after a long day exploring the beautiful Green Mountain State your travelers can retire to a comfy guest room and get anxcellent e night’s sleep in our clean, fresh and spacious rooms. We invite your tour to come visit the Fairfield Inn and Suites White River Junction. We’ve been expecting You! 

Group Policy: 1 complimentary room with 15 paid rooms Contact: Becca Rorer • [email protected] • 8593681041 or Debi Lombardi • [email protected] 8023596800 • Fairﬁeld Inn and Suites, 102 Ballardvale Dr, White River Junction, VT 05001

LODGING Hampton Inn by Hilton

Rutland Hampton by Hilton Rutland/Killington is the ideal hotel for all of your travel needs. Our location is just a short drive away from many of Vermont’s attractions, such as Killington and Pico ski areas, the Norman Rockwell Museum, and scenic hiking trails. Within walking distance are three family friendly restaurants. Rutland is a storybook New England city complete with many local restaurants and shops and gorgeous mountain views.

A proud winner of Trip Advisor’s Certiﬁcate of Excellence, Hampton by Hilton Rutland/Killington guarantees comfortable accommodations. Start your day with a complimentary hot breakfast, take a dip in our indoor heated pool, and utilize our free high speed internet. We’ll keep you fueled throughout the day with our 24/7 fullystocked coﬀee and tea station. Making you happy makes us happy!  Contact: Mandie Santana, Regional Director of Sales • [email protected] • 2102687744 or Kaylan Arnold, General Manager • [email protected] • 8027739066 • Hampton Inn by Hilton, Rutland, 47 Farrell Rd, Rutland, VT 05701

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Hampton Inn by Hilton

White River Junction Located in the bustling historic railroad town of White River Junction, Vermont and conveniently located at the crossroads of Interstate 91 and 89, we are a true gateway to Vermont, New Hampshire and northern destinations.

Our location is perfect for hub and spoke tours to Billings Farm and Museum, Simon Pearce Glassblowing, Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences, Sugarbush Maple and Cheese Farm, Long Trail and Harpoon Breweries and Vermont Spirits Distillery. The nearby town of West Lebanon, NH has restaurants for group dining.

To help your travelers start their day, we offer Hampton’s free hot breakfast with something for everyone from coffee and tea, to eggs, meat, waffles, assorted breads, cereals, yogurt and fruit.

Hampton Inn White River oﬀers complimentary high speed internet access throughout the hotel and access to computers and printers in our Business Center. After a long day of exploring the Green Mountain state guests can unwind in our indoor heated pool or our newly expanded ﬁtness center and then retire for an excellent night’s sleep in our clean and fresh Hampton bed. We love having you here!

Group Policy: 1 complimentary with 15 paid rooms. Please contact us directly. Group rates are based on  season and type of groups. Contact: Becca Rorer, [email protected] • 8593681041 or Debi Lombardi, [email protected] • 8023596800 • Hampton Inn White River Junction, 104 Ballardvale Dr, White River Junction, VT 05001 • www.whiteriverhampton.com

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Holiday Inn, Rutland/Killington Ideally centrally situated in the very heart of Vermont, the Holiday Inn Rutland/Killington is conveniently located at the junction of the major North/South and East/West highways, providing extremely easy and scenic access to all of Vermont's many four season historical, cultural, shopping, and recreational attractions. The Hotel is the perfect location from which to explore and enjoy everything the true Vermont experience has to offer. Whether going to see life on a working farm, visiting the beauty of Lake Champlain, enjoying a local craft brewery tour, visiting a cheese and maple sugar farm, taking a horsedrawn sleigh ride, touring the Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory, the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory, or enjoying some of the many four season recreational facilities Vermont has to offer. With over 35 years' experience catering to the needs of the motorcoach traveler, the Holiday Inn Rutland/Killington is a perfect and smart choice when visiting Vermont. We will be with you from the first telephone call to the last wave goodbye. The professional and experienced staff at Holiday Inn Rutland/Killington is waiting to take care of you. The Hotel includes:

• 150 spacious guestrooms board, Color/Cable TV w/HBO

• Complimentary WiFi • Greenﬁelds Restaurant and Tap Room oﬀering • Indoor heated pool, Hot Tubs, Center Sport & nightly themed dinners and specials.  Fitness Health Club • Well lit and spacious motorcoach parking and • Inroom refrigerator, microwave, iron & ironing plug ins.

Contact: Jeremiah Hall Holiday Inn Rutland/Killington, 476 Holiday Drive, Rutland, Vermont 05701 8027736130 x313 • Fax 8027862124 • Email: [email protected] • Web: www.hivermont.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Holiday Inn Express

Springﬁeld Consistency & Convenience

Conveniently located off Exit 7, I91 and a terrific choice for one or more nights! The Holiday Inn Express Springfield offers 88 nonsmoking, wellappointed guest rooms with coffeemakers, microwaves and refrigerators, five handicapped accessible guestrooms, free wireless internet access, a large indoor heated, salt water pool, fitness center and guest laundry facilities. Not just your average spread, our complimentary breakfast is a hot buffet featuring several delicious items like scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, fresh fruit, assorted yogurts, fresh pancakes and cinnamon rolls. You will start your day off satisfied! We are only a short distance to many popular attractions in south/central Vermont like The Vermont Country Store, Fort at No. 4, Hildene (home of Robert Todd Lincoln), and Ben & Jerry’s to name a few! Groups can also prearrange for baggage handling in and out, and a tasty welcome reception. Groups are based on 10 or more rooms and are subject to a 9% VT tax. We look forward to hosting your group while you tour or pass through the beautiful state of Vermont!  Contact: Nick Fisher, Area Director of Sales, Holiday Inn Express, 818 Charlestown Rd, Springfield, VT 05156 Direct: 8025038463 • Hotel: 8028854516 • nick.fi[email protected] • www.hiexpress.com/springfieldvt

LODGING Holiday Inn Express White River Junction

Located at the intersection of I89 and I91, Exit 11, Rt. 5 South. Situated in an ideal location for ‘hub and spoke’ tours, your group can visit 27 oﬃcially designated Vermont Attractions within an hour’s drive of the hotel.

Our hotel has a diverse selection of spacious guest rooms from a room with a king bed and kitchenette to a tworoom king suite and full kitchen. ADA rooms are also available. We offer free wireless internet access throughout the hotel, a business center, a fitness room, and guest laundry facilities. We serve an outstanding complimentary breakfast of hot and cold choices such as bacon or sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, yogurt, bagels, cereal, muffins, pancakes, juices, fruit, or signature warm cinnamon buns and, of course, coffee. Our coffee/tea bar is open 24 hours as well.

On arrival, our friendly staﬀ will greet you with a warm, friendly Vermont welcome. Assistance with baggage, in and out, is also available. For dining choices, there are many ﬁne restaurants in the immediate areas serving everything from good, old fashioned country meals to a diverse selection of international cuisines such as Thai, Korean or Mexican dishes.  Group Policy: Groups based on 10 or more rooms; subject to 9% VT tax. Contact: Gordon Boddington, 121 Ballardvale Dr. White River Junction, VT 05001 • 802.299.2700 x200 [email protected]

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Jackson Gore Inn Okemo Mountain Resort, Ludlow

A classic and luxurious inn with a full range of fullyfurnished units – from traditional inn rooms, to threebedroom penthouse suites. Nestled at the base of Jackson Gore Peak, the Inn has spectacular views of Okemo Mountain and the Okemo Valley. Some rooms come with a jet tub and an entertainment center. All rooms are accessed by elevators. Inn guests have full access to the Spring House fitness center and exercise pool, large heated indooroutdoor pool, inside and outside hot tubs, children’s pool, sauna, steam room, locker/shower rooms and massage services. The Ice House offers covered tennis courts during the summer and ice skating in the winter. Uniquely designed packages may include breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ask about our other condominium packages and group activities. Groups welcome yearround.

Resort Activities: Dining, cycling, hiking, tennis, weekly concerts (summertime only), golfing, selfguided driving tours, outlet shopping (within 45 minutes), antiquing, regional festivals and historic sites, canoeing/kayaking, downhill mountain biking, adventure zone (zipline, mountain coaster) and theatre. In winter, enjoy skiing and snowboarding, crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating or simply relax by a roaring fire.  Group Policy: For more booking, information and custom packages, please contact Group Sales. Contact: Group Sales, Okemo Mountain Resort, 111 Jackson Gore Road, Ludlow, VT 05149 80078Okemo (8007865366) • 8022281795 • [email protected]• www.okemo.com

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Killington Grand Hotel, Killington

Killington Resort is a four season destination that sits on 3,000 acres in the heart of the Green Mountains in Central Vermont. The Resort boasts more than 70 miles of diverse snowsports terrain spread out over six peaks and oﬀers the most expansive lift network and snowmaking system in the East. After the snow melts, Killington features an 18hole championship golf course, 35 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails and a host of outdoor events and attractions.

Killington Grand Hotel is the only fullservice mountainside hotel. Offering a wide range of amenities for all hotel guests; on site restaurant, gift shop, game room, health club, complimentary WiFi, easy outdoor access to the slopes and Tubing Park. Features a convenient skibridge access to the slopes from DecemberMarch and in the summer, the first tee of the Killington Golf Course is only 200 yards from the front door. Enjoy our heated outdoor pool open yearround, lounge by the firepit and take in the natural beauty of the Green Mountains.

Recognized by TripAdvisor for the third consecutive year with a Certiﬁcate of Excellence for achieving outstanding reviews by travelers on TripAdvisor. Killington Resort is conveniently located in central Vermont. 

Contact: [email protected] • 228 East Mountain Road, Killington, VT 05751 • 88864GRAND www.killington.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Lake Morey Resort Fairlee

Easily accessible and set in a valley of green hills along the shores of a scenic 600acre lake, Lake Morey Resort opens the door to great vacation possibilities. We oﬀer your tour stunning views, enticing culinary delights and a wealth of yearround outdoor and indoor activities for all ages. Our mix of seasonal activities and warm hospitality are the ideal ingredients for an extraordinary group tour.

• 130 recently renovated guest rooms • Kayaks, Canoes & Paddleboards • Nordic Ice Skating and Skiing • Lakeside Dining Room • Fitness Center • Guided Snowshoe Tours

• 18Hole Championship Golf Course • Bingo/Putting Contests • Cooking Classes • Tour of the Formal Gardens • Marshmallow roast with Storyteller • Craft Beer, Spirit or Wine

• Movie Theater with Nightly Movies • Billiards Room Tastings • Outdoor Movies in the Gardens • Hiking Trails • Pontoon Boat Tours • Horse Drawn Wagon Rides

Group Policy and Rates: Overnight packages begin at $145 (p/p double occupancy) per night and includes lake view lodging (based on availability), welcome reception, threecourse choice dinner menu, full breakfast,  baggage handling, special souvenir, group photo and access to standard seasonal activities. Most tours will receive one complimentary package for the escort and special bus driver room rate. Contact: Erin O’Shaughnessy, 1 Clubhouse Road, Fairlee VT 05045 • 8004231211 • [email protected] www.lakemoreyresort.com

LODGING Middlebury Inn

Middlebury Located in the Green Mountains of Central Vermont

The historic Middlebury Inn, located on the Village Green has been welcoming travelers since 1827. The Inn features 71 guest rooms; from historical inn rooms, traditional hotel rooms and suites in the Porter Mansion. The Inn oﬀers the perfect blend of historic charm and the modern comforts of a fullservice hotel. The Inn’s Morgan Tavern and seasonal veranda feature locally sourced Vermont fare and refreshing cocktails and local beer. The Water Falls Spa oﬀering luxurious treatments is located in the lower level of the Inn.

All Packages include a Middlebury Inn’s Red Carpet Welcome. Guest Rooms include TVs. Phones, Irons and Luxury Bath Amenities. Complimentary guest room turndown service on arrival evening. Packages can include Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea, and Entertainment, rates are quoted upon request. The Inn’s awardwinning staﬀ is available to meet your every need.

Middlebury’s quaint downtown shops, restaurants, museums and attractions are within walking distance. Local attractions include Middlebury College, Middlebury Snow Bowl Ski Area, Sheldon Museum, Maple Landmark,  Lincoln Peak Vineyard, Morgan Horse Farm and Danforth Pewter. The Middlebury Inn’s central Vermont location is perfect for statewide touring or just to have lunch or dinner when passing through. Contact: For more booking information and custom packages contact: Patricia Mosier, Middlebury Inn, 14 Court Square, Middlebury, VT 05753 • 8023884961 x582 • [email protected] • www.middleburyinn.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Mountain Top Inn & Resort

Chittenden Mountain Top Inn & Resort is central Vermont’s premier 4season destination spot. The resort is set on 700 acres, atop a mountain, just a short drive from Killington. Sweeping views takein gorgeous meadows, the Green Mountain Range and a pristine 740 acre lake. Offering exceptional accommodations from luxurious lodge rooms, suites and cabins to a wide variety of guest houses. Each room, cabin and guest house is unique in design. Many lodge rooms have spectacular lake and mountain views. All of the cabins offer a king bed, fireplace and kitchenette. Guest houses range greatly in size and style, accommodating 2 to 14 guests. Many have fireplaces and hot tubs and all can be reserved for short or long stays. The resort offers creative cuisine and 12 Vermont craft brews on tap in their tavern and dining room – both with spectacular mountain views. Summer months invite outdoor dining on the terrace. Common areas include spacious lobbies, a cozy porch, fire pits, beach, pool and meadows. The main lobby, dining room and tavern all feature fireplaces. Stays include Vermont country breakfast, afternoon refreshments and a variety of seasonal resort activities such as heated outdoor pool, hot tub, private beach, canoes/kayaks/paddle boards, disc golf, fitness room, sauna, hiking, lawn games, tennis and volleyball. Nordic Ski and snowshoe trails passes (60 km of trails), ice skating passes and sledding are also included. Additional activities such as spa and salon services, horseback riding, clay bird shooting, pontoon boat rides and snowshoe/ski and skating equipment rentals are available at an additional cost. Come for the view, stay  for the experience.

Contact: Mike Howe, Mountain Top Inn & Resort, 195 Mountain Top Road Chittenden, VT 05737 8024832311 • [email protected] • www.mountaintopinn.com

LODGING The Pointe Hotel at Castle Hill Resort, Ludlow

Situated amidst the natural beauty of the Green Mountains, and just a short distance from Okemo Mountain, The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort and Spa, offers a picturesque hotel setting – ideal as a hub and spoke location or an overnight destination for your group tours.

The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort and Spa in Ludlow, Vermont is a truly comprehensive destination offering 96 rooms; an indoor pool and hot tub; a fitness center; game room and winter shuttle to Okemo Mountain. Guests at our hotel also have access to the Spa at Castle Hill Resort where a wide variety of treatments are available.

The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort and Spa is surrounded by the very best nature has to offer! Acres of mature forests and miles of marked wilderness in the Green Mountains provide the perfect surroundings for mountain biking, hiking, golfing, fishing, kayaking/canoeing and horseback riding in summer, and downhill skiing, snowboarding, crosscountry skiing, ice skating and snowmobiling in winter.

Many of Vermont’s popular attractions are just a short drive away including the Vermont Country Store, President Coolidge State Historic Site and Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home. 

Contact: Cindy Sheehan Benard, Castle Hill Resort & Spa, 2940 Route 103, Proctorsville, VT 05149 • 8022267688 [email protected] • www.pointehotelatcastlehillvt.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT LODGING Sugarbush Resort Warren

Whether you’re visiting with a large group or traveling solo, Sugarbush Resort has accommodations to suit your needs. Experience the beauty of the Mad River Valley in one of the many lodging venues. Enjoy the sumptuous comfort and hospitality of Sugarbush Resort's Clay Brook Hotel & Residences. Located in the heart of Lincoln Peak Village, this ski in/out property offers hotel rooms to five bedroom suites that are furnished in rich detail with numerous amenities including a private fitness room, outdoor heated pool and hot tubs, valet parking and dining slopeside in Rumble's Kitchen. In the summer, walk out your door to the liftserviced mountain bike trails, disc golf and zip line. In the winter, enjoy full ski valet and boot warming services and inroom massages on request. Dog friendly residences available upon request. Experience yoga and fitness classes, indoor and outdoor tennis and a climbing room at the Sugarbush Health & Recreation Center or play a round of golf on our majestic 18hole Robert Trent Jones Sr. course.

Located just down the road from the Lincoln Peak base area is the Sugarbush Inn. This classic Vermont country inn has plenty of character. Whether you prefer a relaxing evening reading in the wood paneled library or a chat by the sitting room fireplace, the coziness will make you feel like you’re home. The Inn features gracious rooms with private baths and cable TV. Continental breakfast and access to the Sugarbush Health & Recreation Center (indoor pool, hot tub, sauna & more) are included in every stay.

We can create unique, customized tours for you and your group that include sightseeing, local Farmers’ Markets,  breweries, dining experiences and more throughout Burlington, Waterbury/Stowe and the Mad River Valley.

Group Policies: Complimentary breakfast at the Inn. Lunches and group dinners available. Contact: Molly Quinn, Tour, Group & Conference Sales Manager, Sugarbush Resort, 1840 Sugarbush Access Rd., Warren, VT 05674 • (802) 5836553 • [email protected] • www.sugarbush.com

LODGING White River Inn & Suites White River Junction

Located at the intersection of I89 and I91, Exit 11, Rt. 5 South, the White River Inn and Suites in White River Jct., Vermont offers the ideal destination for your group tours. It is a great ‘hub and spoke’ site, with over 27 officially designated Vermont Attractions within an hour’s drive of the hotel. Whether stopping for a onenight stay or a weekend, your group will be treated to a warm Vermont welcome by our friendly staff.

Guests will have a diverse room selection, ranging from single rooms to tworoom suites with newly renovated kitchens. ADA rooms are also available. We offer free wireless internet access throughout the hotel, a beautiful indoor pool, guest laundry facilities, and daily complimentary newspaper service. A delicious complimentary breakfast is served in the airy and bright dining area daily, with offerings such as freshly made waffles with REAL maple syrup, dry cereals, juices, bagels, yogurt, fresh fruit, and coffee. Our coffee/tea station is available to guests 24 hours as well. During the week, warm chocolate chip cookies are available for arrivals, and for late night snackers, a sweet shop is open with beverages, ice cream, chips, etc.

We encourage groups of all sizes and interests. Our location oﬀers accommodations while groups are attending education classes at King Arthur Flour, taking a museum tour of the wide range of local museums, visiting the “See It Made” complex in Windsor to watch glassblowing, cheese making, and /or a tour of a wellknown brewery, or shopping at our many unique Vermontproduct stores. We are also available for groups attending or participating in area sports tournaments.  Group Policy: Groups based on 10 or more rooms; subject to 9% VT tax Contact: Gordon Boddington, 91 Ballardvale Dr., White River Junction, VT 05001 • 802.295.3015 x343 [email protected]

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CENTRAL VERMONT RESTAURANT Apple Core Luncheonette at Cold Hollow Cider Mill Waterbury Center

Bakeddaily breads and homemade soup, salads, sandwiches, paninis and daily specials. Serving Hard Cider and Beer.

Ever try real hard cider from a real cider mill? It makes a real diﬀerence. We have several to taste as a ﬂight, glass or small pour.

Group Policy and Rates: GROUPS/COACHES WELCOME. Reservation required. All menu ingredients and bread are made fresh, so we need ample time. This will allow us to oﬀer superior services and a delicious lunch!

Dates of Operation: Serving lunch and breakfast 7 days a week. Breakfast 8:0010:30; Lunch 11:003:30, Tasting Room  8:005:00 (hours vary with season).

Contact: Jamie Neuman, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, 3600 Waterbury Stowe Rd (Route 100), Waterbury Center, VT 05677 8003277537 • 8022448771 • [email protected]

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Clear River Tavern, Pittsﬁeld

Excellent Dining. Scenic River Views. Great location on way to and from Rutland/Killington and Montpelier

The Clear River Inn & Tavern sits on Vermont's scenic Route 100 North, 8 miles from Killington, 20 minutes from I89 and less than an hour from Montpelier and the Mad River Valley.

Our mission is to oﬀer great food and service in a friendly environment where visitors can share conversation over a bite and craft beer, while oﬀering convenient lodging onsite. The Clear Team ranks top notch, and from the moment you arrive you'll be treated like a local. After all– when you're here, you're in The Clear!

The Tavern serves fresh, casual American fare 7 days a week. Our spacious indoor and outdoor areas provide quintessential Vermont views and leisure that groups will love. Our riverfront gazebo and large deck shine in the summer and fall, though whatever the weather, the versatile property can easily accommodate large groups.

The Inn features 23 guest rooms with various sleeping arrangements and ample parking on site.  Group Policy and Rates: Group menus and rates available. Plenty of motorcoach parking Dates of Operation: Yearround, 7 days a week. Group lunch reservations required, especially midweek. Contact: Caitlin ReidLayne, Clear River Inn & Tavern, 2640 Route 100 N, Pittsﬁeld, VT 05672 8027467916 • [email protected] • www.clearrivertavern.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING Coleman Brook Tavern at Jackson Gore Inn Okemo

Nothing says great food like knowing the artisans who produce it; great wine like knowing the stories of the wineries; great service like a staff that trained to help you experience the joy of dining; unparalleled comfort like our inviting dining room. That's Coleman Brook Tavern, located in the Jackson Gore Inn.

Reservations are suggested for dinner, please call 8022281435.

Our knowledgeable staff are honored to help you select a locally sourced meal and the perfect bottle of wine to complement it. It all comes together in our warm dining room with overstuffed chairs and sofas for your comfort. We are committed to providing a memorable, diverse and satisfying experience to you and your guests. We welcome your heartwarming and curious appetites.  Dates of Operation: Open yearround. Group Policy and Rates: We can arrange for private dining for your groups. Contact us for menus and arrangements. Contact: Okemo Mountain Resort, 111 Jackson Gore Rd, Ludlow, VT 05149 • 80078OKEMO (8007865366) 8022281795 • [email protected] • www.okemo.com

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Echo Lake Inn, Tyson (Ludlow) A quintessential Vermont Inn dining experience– located in the heart of the lakes region.

The Echo Lake Inn was built in 1840 as a Victorian summer hotel. Today it remains one of the few authentic Vermont country inns operating yearround and is a wonderful stop for a memorable group meal. The Inn’s rich heritage includes frequent visits by President Calvin Coolidge, Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and many other historic ﬁgures.

The restaurant, recently featured in both Gourmet and Bon Appetit magazines, is well known for the excellent food and service provided by Chef Phil Lewis and his staﬀ. Enjoy one of our perennial favorites such as the roasted duck or grilled sirloin, or a group lunch tailored just for you, on our front porch or beautiful dining room. Don’t forget to leave room for our homemade desserts.

The Inn oﬀers ﬁne Vermont lodging plus a swimming pool, tennis, oversized Jacuzzi and a dock on Echo Lake with canoes and row boats.

Located just minutes from Okemo, Jackson Gore Inn and Castle Hill Resort/The Pointe Hotel and on way to and from the Vermont Country Store or President Calvin Coolidge Historic Site.

Dates of Operation: Yearround with reservation  Group Policy and Rates: Group menus available. Reservations required. Plenty of motorcoach parking. Contact: Echo Lake Inn, 2 Dublin Road, Tyson, VT 05149 • 8022288602 or 8003566844 • [email protected] www.echolakeinn.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING Greenﬁelds Restaurant & Taproom

at Holiday Inn, Rutland/Killington Let our culinary team prepare a group meal in a clean and friendly environment, all at the right price! Select from a wide range of options including: A hearty Vermont breakfast, lunch, dinner, culinary evening or even a gourmet box lunch to go. Enjoy Sunday Buﬀet Brunch, “all you can eat” Friday night pasta bar, and Lobster Clambake night every Wednesday Memorial Day to Labor Day. We can also plan a fun culinary demo and themed dinner, or BBQ on the deck paired with Vermont beers and cocktails. Flexible menu options allow you to create wonderful dining experiences, with Vermont farmtotable ingredients. Groups can also dine on the outside dining deck. Located at the crossroads of Vermont main routes US 7, US 4 and VT 103. Rutland, Middlebury, Bennington, Weston, Manchester, Okemo and Killington Resorts are within an hour ride. Whether your group is staying at the Hotel, or just passing through, we are the perfect stop for all your group meal needs.

Dates of Operation: Open 7 days week yearround, we are never on “holiday.” Group Policy and Rates: Groups welcome by reservation. Private dining rooms and lunch area available. Varied menu and pricing options available. Special diets and custom meal menus very welcome with  advance notice. Plenty of Motorcoach parking available. Driver and Escort complimentary meals. Contact: Jeremiah Hall, Director of Group Sales and Marketing, 476 Holiday Drive, Rutland, VT 05701 8027736130 ext 313 • [email protected] • www.hivermont.com

RESTAURANT/DINING

Mildred’s Grill & Mildred’s Dairy Bar, Weston

Satisfy your hunger with some tasty foods amazingly prepared with the finest ingredients, including locally sourced meats and cheeses and farm fresh vegetables with a satisfying meal from Mildred’s Grill – named after our cofounder Mildred Ellen Orton. This is our newest venture featuring items from house made specialty burgers, to Grilled Cheeses, Vermont Mac ‘n Cheese to the “Big Salads”. Or give in to temptation and visit Mildred’s Dairy Bar offering up a variety of fresh baked desserts like our buttermilk maple glazed donuts, and some of the best hard and soft ice cream like creemees made with real maple syrup, specialty sundaes and milkshakes all made with Vermont’s own Wilcox ice cream.

Dates of Operation: Open 7 days a week, year round service call for reservations. Closed on Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Mildred’s Dairy Bar, open 7 days seasonally May – October Group Policy and Rates: We can arrange for group dining please contact us for menus and arrangements.  Contact: Glen Gourlay, Mildred’s Grill at The Vermont Country Store, 657 Main St, Weston, VT 05616 8028245967 • [email protected]

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CENTRAL VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING

Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee Easily accessible and set in a valley of green hills along the shores of a scenic 600acre lake, Lake Morey Resort opens the door to great vacation possibilities. We oﬀer your tour stunning views, enticing culinary delights and a wealth of yearround outdoor and indoor activities for allages. Our mix of seasonal activities and warm hospitality are the ideal ingredients for an extraordinary group tour.

• 130 recently renovated guest rooms • Pontoon Boat Tours • Hiking Trails • Lakeside Dining Room • Kayaks, Canoes & Paddleboards • Horse Drawn Wagon Rides

• 18Hole Championship Golf Course • Fitness Center • Nordic Ice Skating and Skiing • Tour of the Formal Gardens • Bingo/Putting Contests • Guided Snowshoe Tours

• Movie Theater with Nightly Movies • Marshmallow roast with Storyteller • Cooking Classes • Outdoor Movies in the Gardens • Billiards Room • Craft Beer, Spirit or Wine Tastings Group Policy and Rates: Overnight packages begin at $145 (p/p double occupancy) per night and includes lake view lodging (based on availability), welcome reception, threecourse choice dinner menu, full breakfast, baggage  handling, special souvenir, group photo and access to standard seasonal activities. Most tours will receive one complimentary package for the escort and special bus driver room rate. Contact: Erin O’Shaughnessy, 1 Clubhouse Road, Fairlee VT 05045 • 8004231211 • [email protected] www.lakemoreyresort.com

RESTAURANT/DINING Lareau Farm Inn & American Flatbread, Waitsfield Welcome to Lareau Farm home of the Lareau Farm Inn and the original American Flatbread restaurant. Situated on 25 acres along Rte. 100, this historic farm landscape, is the perfect stop on way to and from Ben & Jerry’s, Cabot Annex or Cold Hollow Cider Mill. Groups can enjoy lunch or dinner in the Barn pavilion featuring a woodfired oven. Our VT Country Picnic features locally grown salad, VT artisan cheese, delicious bread baked in the woodfired oven and homemade brownies, cookies or pies. Enjoy gardens, wooded trails and river vistas of the Mad River. Experience the craftsmanship of a Vermont 1800’s dairy barn during the Vermont Festival of the Arts. Starting August 1st is the Big Red Barn Art Show and Green Mountain Photo Show. How about cooking with us! We love to work with groups on the essentials of preparing good food. Experience making bread in a wood fired oven or making raspberry vinegar with freshly picked raspberries or learn how to perfect your vinaigrette. Dates of Operation: Restaurant and Inn: Yearround. Dinner Thursday through Sunday open to the public. Lunch or group tours available by special arrangement. Group Policy and Rates: Group menus available. Call for details.  Contact: Helen Borelli, Events Manager and Innkeeper 48 Lareau Rd (on Rte 100), Waitsfield, VT 05673 • 8024966708 events@americanflatbread.com • www.lareaufarminn.com www.americanflatbread.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING The Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm Quechee

Wide pine floors hold the mystery of centuries of footsteps that have come before you…

Built in 1793, the Inn was originally the home of Colonel Joseph Marsh, Vermont’s first lieutenant Governor. Graceful gardens, Queen Anne furnishings and period antiques adorn the 22 guest rooms and three suites, dining room and common areas offering your group an extraordinary destination for a wonderful dining experience; or lodging for a small group. Each room and nuance of the inn has its own unique story to tell. Multipaned windows offer stunning views out toward Dewey’s Mill Pond, the Ottauquechee River, and the majestic spruce and hardwood trees that tower over the property. In the morning our guests enjoy a full country style breakfast before heading to their next adventure. And in the afternoon, our guests enjoy fresh baked cookies and refreshments and in colder months, the wood burning fireplace in our common room. Our Chefs will dazzle the palates of your group with some of the finest cuisine in New England, made from fresh Vermont products.

Local Attractions: Simon Pearce, VINS, The Quechee Gorge Village, King Arthur Flour. The Quechee Inn is conveniently located 1.5 miles off of I89 and is only 5 miles from I91. Dates of Operation: Yearround. Group Policy and Rates: Tours always welcome, please call our sales office for details, menus and reservations.  Group dining for lunch, dinner or lodging for your small group. Contact: The Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm, 1119 Quechee Main Street, Quechee, VT 05059 • 8002353133 [email protected] • www.quecheeinn.com

RESTAURANT/DINING Rumble’s Kitchen at Sugarbush Resort Warren

Attached to Clay Brook in Sugarbush’s Lincoln Peak Village, Rumble’s Kitchen offers mountain views in a Vermont round barn, postandbeam setting. The new layout includes multiple TVs, indoor and outdoor dining and a casual atmosphere. Featuring fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, steak, chicken, and gluten free options. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hours vary by season.

Dates of Operation: Visit sugarbush.com for hours.

Group Policy and Rates: Rumble’s Kitchen is now open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. We offer customized plated  or buffet meals for lunch and dinner service. Rumble’s can accommodate private functions as well. Rumble’s Kitchen round barn restaurant is ideal for both FIT travelers for groups of 90 or more.

Contact: Molly Quinn, Tour, Group & Conference Sales Manager, Rumble’s Kitchen at Sugarbush Resort (802) 5836553 • [email protected] • www.sugarbush.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING Waybury Inn East Middlebury

The Waybury Inn, built in 1810 as a stagecoach stop, and more recently known from the television series, “The Bob Newhart Show,” is a perfect venue to accommodate FIT travelers and groups of up to 100 for dining. Our dining options include the Pine Room for “unpretentious fine dining,” the Club Room for private or group dinners, and the Pub for casual meals or a refreshing libation. The Inn’s culinary staff prepares all menus from scratch.

Dates of Operation: Yearround. Group Policy and Rates: Lunch and Dinner: Groups welcome by reservation. Varied menus and pricing are available. Dinner available 4pm – 9pm. Waybury Inn also welcomes small groups and FIT travelers for lodging and meals. Driver and escort complimentary  based upon group size. Ample complimentary parking. Special diets can always be accommodated.

Contact: Waybury Inn, Route 125, P.O. Box 27, East Middlebury, VT 05740 • 8003481810 8023884015 • [email protected] • www.wayburyinn.com

SHOPPING Cabot Quechee Store Quechee

Discover Quechee Gorge Village

At the Cabot Quechee Store, nibble your way through samplings of Cabot’s awardwinning flavored and traditional cheeses, including the “World’s Best Cheddar”. Discover an impressive array of Vermont Specialty foods and savor a fulltaste of why this small state has a big reputation for premium products. Cheddar, specialty foods, wines, microbrews and ciders.

Tour the complex! Visit the Artisans, Jewelry, Toy & Train Museum, Seasonal Train Rides, Antiques, Body & Home Products, Vermont Spirits, Segway Rides, Alpaca Walks, and more!

Dates of Operation: Cabot: Daily: 9:30 am5:30 pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Easter.  Group Policy and Rates: Tours welcome with or without advance reservations. Ample free parking.

Contact: Amanda Cross, Cabot Quechee Store, Route 4, Quechee, VT 05059 • 8022951180 [email protected] • www.quecheegorge.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT SHOPPING

The Vermont Annex Waterbury Center

Cheese, Chocolates, Spirits and Gifts

Home of the “World’s Best Cheddar”. We’ve stocked the store with all of our products, from sour cream, dips and everyday Cabot classics to our most limitededition cheddars. You’ll also find an extensive selection of Vermont specialty products, wine, microbrews, and ciders.

Dates of Operation: Vermont Annex/Cabot Farmers’ Store: daily, 9 am6 pm. Closed New Year’s,  Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Group Policy and Rates: Would prefer advance notice, but dropins are welcome!

Contact: Lindsey Moody, Vermont Annex/Cabot Farmers’ Store, 2657 WaterburyStowe Road, Waterbury Center, VT 05677 • 8022446334 • [email protected] • www.cabotannex.com

SHOPPING The Vermont Country Store

Weston From the cheery ring of our storekeeper’s bell to the friendly creak of our wellworn hardwood floors, the moment you step into The Vermont Country Store, you take a step back to a simpler time and place. Founded in 1946, our authentic country store is stocked to the rafters with 1000s of practical and hardtofind goods and wares, guaranteed to surprise and delight at every turn. Take home real Vermont maple syrup, locally crafted meats and cheeses, and our homemade Orton Family Fudge. Dozens of free samples! Tour charming, historic Weston Village easily on foot and visit the renowned Weston Playhouse and several historical museums.

Dining Options: Mildred’s Grill, yearround, for specialty burgers, grilled cheese, mac n’ cheese and big salads. Mildred’s Dairy Bar, MayOctober, for delicious creemees, ice cream, milkshakes and desserts. Contact us for group dining menus and reservations. Dates of Operation: Open 7 days, yearround. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Group Policy and Rates: Groups always welcome; advance notice appreciated. Plenty of free motor coach parking.  Contact: Deane Cooper • [email protected] • 8023625951 or [email protected] • 8023625950 option 1. Vermont Country Store, 657 Main Street Weston, VT 05161 www.vermontcountrystore.com

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CENTRAL VERMONT SPECIAL EVENT Addison County Annual Events Middlebury Area

• February 1517: Winterfest, Middlebury – a weekend of winter events for the • August 22: Vergennes Day, Vergennes – Pancake breakfast, 65+ whole family. experiencemiddlebury.com/play/communityevents/winterfest crafters/vendors, horse drawn wagon rides, bandstand music, chicken BBQ, • May 25: Memorial Day Parade, Vergennes – remember our military and enjoy children's venue, Rubber Duckie race. addisoncounty.com/vergennesday the parade. vergennesdowntown.org/memorialdayparade • September 19: Eat on the Green – a sampling of foods from top area • June 28: Foodaroo 5, Middlebury – featuring 30+ Vermont food and beverage restaurants, live music, games for kids. vergennesdowntown.org/eatongreen allstars, internationally acclaimed street performers, live music, King Arthur • September 26: Bristol Harvest Festival, Bristol –A full day of live music on the Flour baking contests, and surprises for all ages! bandstand, activities for kids, pony rides, live demonstrations, crafters, middunderground.org/foodaroo vendors, and area nonprofit organizations. www.addisoncounty.com/bristol • June 20: Pocock Rocks Music Festival & Street Fair, Bristol –Bristol’s own block harvestfestival party featuring live music from wellknown regional bands, microbrews, wine, • September 27: Better L8 Than Never Car Show, Bristol –Cars, vendors, great hard ciders, and spirits, plus specialty foods, gifts and crafts. food, live DJ, raffle drawings, piston toss, kids’ activities, bake sale and more. discoverbristolvt.com/pocockrocks Fun for the whole family! addisoncounty.com/betterl8carshow • July 4th: July 4th Celebration, Bristol –outhouse races, huge parade, vendors, • December 5 : Holiday Stroll, Vergennes – A full day of crafts and great food. bristol4th.com familyfriendly holiday festivities throughout Vergennes. • July 1219: Festival on the Green, Middlebury –weeklong familyfriendly vergennesdowntown.org/events music festival supported by community donations and volunteers. • December: Cool Yule, Bristol – Holiday celebration festivalonthegreen.org throughout December, including The Chocolate Walk and  • August 1: Vermont Day at UVM Morgan Horse Farm, Weybridge – open Lumen Celebration of Fire & Light, bazaars, concerts, house at Morgan Horse Farm. uvm.edu/cals/morganhorsefarm/events activities and shopping. discoverbristolvt.com/coolyule • August 48: Addison County Fair & Field Days, New Haven – rides, music, • December: Very Merry Middlebury, Middlebury – a whole animals and great food. addisoncountyfielddays.com month of holiday events. experiencemiddlebury.com/play/communityevents/very merrymiddlebury/ Contact: For more details about these events and experiencing Middlebury and the region visit www.addisoncounty.com Please confirm all dates with organizer.

SPECIAL EVENT Billings Farm & Museum’s 34th Annual Quilt Exhibition Woodstock

Billings Farm and Museum will host the 34th Annual Quilt Exhibition from July 27 – August 23, 2020. The exhibit will feature quilts made by today’s quilters of Windsor County, Vermont, plus quilting activities and demonstrations for every age and skill level. Admission to Billings Farm & Museum’s 34th Annual Quilt Exhibition includes the operating dairy farm, orientation and farm life exhibits, the restored and furnished 1890 Farm Manager’s House, plus daily programs and activities.

Dates of Operation: Exhibition July 27 – August 23, 2020, 9:30 am– 5 pm Location: Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Road (Rte. 12 North and Old River Road), Woodstock, VT 05091 Group Policy and Rates: Reservations recommended; $9.00 per person; ample free parking. Picnic area. Wheelchairs available upon request.  Contact: Group Reservations Coordinator, Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Road(Rte. 12 North and Old River Road), Woodstock, VT 05091 • 8024572355 • Fax 8024574663 • [email protected] www.billingsfarm.org

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CENTRAL VERMONT SPECIAL EVENT Okemo Valley Region 2020 Annual Events Ludlow Area

• June – September: • September: 8th Annual VERMONT GOLDEN HONEY FESTIVAL, Golden Stage SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: Inn. “Top 10 Fall Event.” Food festival and craft fair. www.goldenstageinn.com – Mondays, PINGREE PARK MUSIC CONCERT SERIES, Londonderry • September: 46th CHESTER FALL FESTIVAL, On the Green – Crafts, food and – Wednesdays, CAVENDISH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES music. Free admission www.chesterfallfestival.org – Thursdays, MOUNT HOLLY MUSIC ON THE GREEN, Belmont – Fridays, JACKSON GORE SUMMER MUSIC SERIES, Okemo • October: 62nd WESTON ANTIQUES SHOW, Weston Playhouse. Renowned – Sundays, BANDSTAND SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, Ludlow dealers from the U.S. www.westonantiquesshow.org – Sundays, ON THE HILL, Weston • October: : CIDER DAYS FALL FESTIVAL, Belmont Green, Mount Holly. Celebrating cider; crafts, food. 802 2592760, www.mounthollyvt.org • June – October: WESTON PLAYHOUSE THEATRE SUMMER SEASON, 802 8245288, www.westonplayhouse.org • December & Holiday Celebrations • July 4: PRESIDENT CALVIN COOLIDGE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION, President – 5th ANNUAL INNDULGENCE TOUR: Tours, decorations, Calvin Coolidge Historic Site, “Top 10 Summer Event.” “inndulgent” treats at 10+ inns of Okemo Valley. 8022267744, www.historicsites.vermont.gov/calvincoolidge www.goldenstageinn.com • July: 8th Annual GRAFTON FOOD, MUSIC & SPIRITS FESTIVAL, Grafton Inn. – CHESTER’S OVERTURE TO CHRISTMAS A foodlovers event celebrating local food and farms. 8008431801, – PRESIDENT CALVIN COOLIDGE HISTORIC SITE www.graftonfoodfestival.com HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE – CHRISTMAS IN WESTON • August: CHROME & CRAFT FESTIVAL, Fletcher Farm School for the Arts & Crafts, Ludlow, Antique & Classic Car/Truck Show and Arts & Craft Festival. – GRAFTON CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL 8022288770 and 8022285830 – CHRISTMAS IN MOUNT HOLLY  • August – September: PLYMOUTH FOLK & BLUES FESTIVAL, President Calvin • February: CHESTER WINTER CARNIVAL Events including Coolidge State Historic Site – Annual folk & blues concerts. broom hockey, dog sledding, and iceskating. www.plymouthfolk.com www.meetchestervermont.com/eventscalendar Contact: Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce. Visit YourPlaceInVermont.com or call 8022285830 for more details. Please conﬁrm all dates with organizer.

SPECIAL EVENT Rutland Region Events 2020, Rutland Area • Vermont Brewers Festival at Killington • Downtown Street Party – August 1 March, Killington Resort, 4763 Killington Downtown Rutland, Center Street and Road, Killington, VT Merchants Row, Rutland, VT • Killington Stage Race 2020 – May 2325, • Vermont State Fair – August, Vermont Town of Killington, Route 4 east, Killington, VT State Fairgrounds, 175 Main Street, Rutland, VT • Vermont Bike & Brew – June 1214 Killington Bike Park, Killington Ski Area, • 58th Annual Art in the Park • Snow Sculpture Contest during Winter Fest Killington Road, Killington, VT October 35, Main Street Park, corner of February 22, Main Street Park, corner of West Street and Route 7, Rutland, VT • 44th Annual Middletown Springs West Street and Route 7,Rutland, VT Strawberry Festival – June For more information • Rutland WinterFest Art Walk Middletown Springs Historical Society, Park visit rutlandvermont.com February 18, Downtown Rutland, Center Ave., Middletown Springs, VT Street and Merchants Row, Rutland, VT or call Rutland Region • Vermont Symphony Orchestra performs at Chamber at (802)7732747.

• Center St. Night Sledding during Winter Fest Mountain Top Inn – July, The Mountain Top  February 18, Center Street, Rutland, VT Inn, 195 Mountain Top Road, Chittenden, VT Please conﬁrm all dates with the organizer. • Middletown Springs 31st Annual Maple • 18th Annual Killington Wine Festival Festival – March, On the Green, July 1719, Killington Resort, 4763 Killington Middletown Springs, VT Road, Killington, VT

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CENTRAL VERMONT STATE HISTORIC SITE Chimney Point State Historic Site Addison Museum of Native American, French and early Vermont Heritage

Discover the legacy of Native American, French Colonial and early American settlement at the Chimney Point Museum. Housed in a beautifully preserved historic tavern (c. 1785), the museum features exhibits that explore 9000 years of human activity at the site including archaeological discoveries made during the Lake Champlain Bridge project. Native people hunting and ﬁshing along the lake camped at this site as early as 7,000 B.C. In 1731, a French fort was built here and ten years later a French settlement was established to support the soldiers across the lake at Fort St. Frederic . The museum also boasts the earliest surviving tavern tap room on the lake and a 1905 post oﬃce. Visitors can cross the Lake Champlain Bridge on foot and enjoy the interpretive trail on both sides. Amenities include a museum shop, picnic tables and handicapped accessible restrooms.

Dates of Operation: Late May – MidOctober, Wednesday – Sunday, 10 AM – 5 PM

Group Policy and Rates: Preregistered groups of 10 or more: $3.00 per person (reservations required) 

Physical Address: 8149 Rte. 17W, Addison, VT 05491

Contact: Elsa Gilbertson, Regional Historic Site Administrator • [email protected] • 8027592412 historicsites.vermont.gov/chimneypoint

STATE HISTORIC SITE Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site Hubbardton A Revolutionary War Site On July 7, 1777, the only battle of the Revolution to take place in Vermont was waged in the hills of Hubbardton. Here, the British met American resistance for the first time and an American rear guard helped to stem the tide of General Burgoyne’s Northern Campaign. Both sides suffered losses. The successful action of the American rebels at Hubbardton set the stage for the major British defeat at Saratoga. The site’s Visitor Center, features an interpretive exhibit and a narrated fiberoptic map. Walking trails on the scenic hilltop battlefield include interpretive signs that outline strategic points in the engagement. Amenities include a museum shop, picnic tables and handicapped accessible restrooms.

Dates of Operation: Late May – MidOctober, Wednesday – Sunday, 10 AM – 5 PM

Group Policy & Rates: Preregistered groups of 10 or more: $2.00 per person (reservations required)

Physical Address: 5696 Monument Road, Hubbardton, VT 05732 

Contact: Elsa Gilbertson, Regional Historic Site Administrator, 8149 Rte. 17W, Addison, VT 04591 [email protected] • 8027592412 • historicsites.vermont.gov/hubbardtonbattleﬁeld

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CENTRAL VERMONT STATE HISTORIC SITE

Mount Independence State Historic Site, Orwell A Revolutionary War Site

Discover what life was like for thousands of Revolutionary War soldiers at the fort atop Mount Independence. Built to guard against a British attack from Canada, the fort was manned from 17761777. Named by American troops in honor of the Declaration of Independence, this National Historic Landmark is one of the least disturbed Revolutionary War sites in the U.S. An extensive trail system including a handicapped accessible trail and interpretive signage oﬀers a true “soft adventure” experience. Visitors enjoy beautiful scenery while exploring the archaeological remains of this 300+ acre site. The Museum chronicles the story of the site with exhibits featuring artifacts and interactive displays. Amenities include a museum shop, picnic tables, accessible trail and accessible restrooms.

Dates of Operation: Late May – MidOctober, daily, 10 AM – 5 PM  Group Policy and Rates: Preregistered groups of 10 or more: $3.00 per person (reservations required). Site Location: 497 Mount Independence Road, Orwell, VT 05760 Contact: Elsa Gilbertson, Regional Historic Site Administrator, 8149 Rte. 17W, Addison, VT [email protected] • 8027592412 • historicsites.vermont.gov/mountindependence

STATE HISTORIC SITE President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site, Plymouth Plymouth Notch Historic District

One of the best preserved presidential birthplaces in the nation, Plymouth Notch is virtually unchanged since the early 1900s. This rural Vermont village includes the homes of Calvin Coolidge’s family and neighbors, a general store, church, cheese factory and the 1924 Summer White House oﬃce. Calvin Coolidge was born here in 1872 and was sworn in as our 30th president in the family homestead in 1923. He is buried in the town cemetery with seven generations of his family. Thirteen buildings are open to the public, as are the surrounding grounds and gardens.

A major interactive, multimedia permanent exhibition in the new Coolidge Museum & Education Center uses Coolidge’s own words, objects from his life and period newsreels to tell the story of how a boy from rural Plymouth Notch became President of the United States.

The Wilder House Restaurant serves lunch and can accommodate 45. Other amenities include a museum shop, picnic tables and accessible restrooms.

Dates of Operation: Late May – MidOctober, daily, 10 AM – 5 PM Group Policy: Preregistered groups of 10 or more: $7.00 per person (reservations required) Physical Address: 3780 Route 100A, Plymouth Notch, VT 05056  Contact: William Jenney, Regional Historic Site Administrator, [email protected] • 8026723773 historicsites.vermont.gov/calvincoolidge *Photo credit: Alois Mayer

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With forest cov ring three-quarter of the tate. and th high t percentage of vibrant maple tree in the country, Vermont explode with color each fall.

Seeing the foliage through a coach window i fine but why not experience fall in Vermont with a unique excursion that your group won't likely oon forget?

1. Take a train ride through tbe scenic countryside on lhe Green Mountain Railroad in Ludlow to view the beautiful fa ll colors, rivers, and wildlife from the windows of a historic rail car.

2. Go for a rid on Lake Champlain' large t cruise ship and floating restaurant. The Spirit of Ethan Al len in Burlington offers a 2-hour barve ·t crui e in September and October allowing your group to take in the foliage io all its glory from beautiful Lake Champlain,

3. Take a troll through one of Vermont's sculpture park and see the fall foliage while being surrounded by larges ale art works.

4. For more a ·tive groups tr a hike to the ummit of Elmore Mountain whicb offi rs 360-degree vi ws . Locat d at Elmore tate Park, tb sit also offers lakeside picnicking opportunities.

5. Fall foliage is best seen from Vermont's mountain tops and many of them are acces ible by lift. Killington, Jay Peak, Burke Mountain, Mount now, and Okemo Mountain are ju t some oftbe ki re ·orts that allow visitor to ride their ki lift to find ome of the mo t breathtakfog views of th fa II color ·.

6. Lastly if your group is a more adveoturou bunch, you can try zip lining through ennont's tree top at places such as Arbm'I'rek at Srnugglers· otch. Kiliington, Stowe, and Okemo Mountain al o all ffer zip line tour that take experiencing fall foliage to a whole oew level.

FOR MORE INFO ABOUT FALL IN VERMONT AND TO SIGN UP FOR THE FALL FOLIAGE REPORT, PLEASE VISIT VERMONTVACATION.COM/SEASONS/FALL

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SOUTHERN VERMONT TABLE OF CONTENTS Agriculture: Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Brattleboro – Hildene Farm, Manchester ...... 72 86 rooms ...... 79 Hildene Gardens, Manchester ...... 72 Lodge at Bromley, Peru (Manchester) – Retreat Farm, Brattleboro ...... 77 50 rooms ...... 80 Stratton Resort, Stratton – 200+ rooms. . . . . 80 Attractions: Bennington Museum, Bennington ...... 73 Restaurant/Dining: Bennington Potters, Bennington ...... 73 curATE at the Southern Vermont Arts Bennington Welcome Center, Bennington . . 74 Center, Manchester...... 78 Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce, Mildred’s Market at Vermont Country Store, Brattleboro...... 74 Rockingham...... 83 Green Mountain Railroad, Chester to New England House Restaurant, Ludlow...... 75 Brattleboro ...... 81 Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, Manchester ...... 75 Shopping: Mount Snow Resort, Wilmington...... 76 Bennington Potters, Bennington ...... 81 Norman Rockwell Exhibition, Arlington. . . . . 76 Northshire Bookstore, Manchester ...... 82 Retreat Farm, Brattleboro ...... 77 Vermont Country Store, Rockingham ...... 83 Robert Frost Stone House Museum, Shaftsbury (Bennington)...... 77 Special Events: Southern Vermont Arts Center, Brattleboro Area Events...... 83 Manchester ...... 78 The Shires of Vermont (Bennington to Vermont Country Store, Rockingham ...... 83 Manchester) Events ...... 84

Lodging: State Historic Site: Grand Summit Resort Hotel at Mount Bennington Monument, Bennington...... 84 Snow Resort, West Dover – 200 rooms . . . 78 Hampton Inn & Suites, Manchester – 97 rooms...... 79

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SOUTHERN VERMONT AGRICULTURE

Hildene Farm, Manchester While farming at The Lincoln Family Home honors the family’s agricultural legacy, Hildene’s facilities have been renewed with 21st century intention focusing on environment, using renewable energy and sustainable practices across the 412 acres. The goat dairy and cheesemaking facility at Hildene Farm is solar powered and the cheesemaking process, from milking to aging, is viewable by the public. The artisanal cheeses produced are available for purchase in The Museum Store.

The agricultural project in the Dene features a teaching greenhouse, pollinator and Bobolink sanctuaries, observation deck, farm animals and a 600’ wetland ﬂoating boardwalk.

Farming activities are an integral part of the complete Hildene guest experience which includes The Lincoln Family Home, Lincoln Exhibit, gardens, 1903 Pullman railcar, and Many Voices exhibit Welcome Center, The Museum Store and miles of fourseason trails. Your guests can learn about pairing Hildene cheese and Hildene’s maple syrup infused with hibiscus ﬂower, barrelaged bourbon, or elderberry … fun and tasty. Exciting things happen when a historic site with deep roots in the past commits to putting new roots, literally and ﬁguratively, in the good earth for the future.

Group Policy and Rates: Groups of 20 or more. Guided tours by reservation only, based on availability. $16.00 per person, escort and driver complimentary. Behind the Scenes Archives Tours and other Addons add $6.00 per person. Garden Presentation and Q &A with Hildene Horticulturist add $6.00 per person. Catered lunches available by reservation. Allow 4 hours for your visit. Dates of Operation: Yearround, daily. Closed major holidays. Contact: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, 1005 Hildene Road, P.O. Box 377, Manchester, VT 05254  8023621788 • Fax 8023621564 • [email protected] • www.hildene.org

AGRICULTURE The Gardens at Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home Manchester Hildene was built by presidential son, Robert Lincoln in 1905 as his ancestral home. The gardens here are an attraction in their own right. Early to midJune more than 1,000 peony blossoms ﬁll the formal garden. This phenomenon, known as the “Celebration of Peonies,” was named a Top 100 Event by ABA.

The garden is designed to resemble a stained glass window; the privet the lead, the ﬂowers the glass. Colorful perennials replace peonies into the summer. Behind the Welcome Center, which is located in the original carriage barn, are vegetable, butterﬂy, cutting, kitchen, and observation gardens.

A catered lunch and/or Garden PowerPoint Presentation and Q & A with Hildene’s Horticulturist are popular addons for Celebration of groups. The Hildene experience also includes the Lincolns’ home, President Lincoln’s hat, exhibits, goat the Peonies dairy, cheesemaking facility, 1903 Pullman Palace car, Welcome Center and The Museum Store.

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SOUTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION

Bennington Museum, Bennington

Showcasing the Diversity of Vermont from Its Earliest Days to the Present with the region’s diverse arts, rich history, and culture of innovation. On view June 27 through November 3, 2020 – Robert Frost, “At Present in Vermont.” A special combined tour has been created for this exhibition. See below. A treat for quilters, the magniﬁcent 1863 Dear Jane Quilt on view from Labor Day through Columbus Day. The Museum holds the largest public collection ofGrandma Moses paintings in the world with many always on view. From theMilitary and Early Firearms Gallery commemorating the Battle of Bennington to MidCentury Modern oﬀering paintings by mid20th century modernists. Gilded Age Vermont featuring the 1924 Martin Wasp Touring Car and one of the oldest “stars and stripes” in existence. Wheelchair accessible.

Dates of Operation: June October, Daily: 10 am to 5 pm. Other months, Thursday Tuesday, 10 am to 5 pm. Check website for Holiday closings. Group Policy and Rates: Reservations Required. Groups of 10 or more. Driver and escort complimentary and receive a 10% discount in the Museum Store. Catered lunches available to enjoy on site – reservation required. Tours oﬀered: SPECIAL FOR June 27 – October 31, 2020 (Wed. – Sun.) Robert Frost Stepon Tour ($18) a docent led tour of the Bennington Museum, special Robert Frost exhibition, Robert Frost Stone House Museum, and Frost’s Gravesite. One phone call to book it all. Selfguided ($8.50); Docentguided Museum Tour ($10); Docentguided Old Bennington Stepon ($16) the Museum, Old First Church, Bennington Battle Monument, Robert Frost Gravesite, and a covered bridge. Price includes admission to the Museum and docent where noted Contact: Bennington Museum, 75 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201 [email protected]  8024471571 Fax 8024428305

ATTRACTION Bennington Potters Bennington

FREE FACTORY TOURS Come see it made! Since 1948 Bennington Potters has been producing handcrafted dinnerware, bakeware and accessories that deliver dining and cooking pleasure for generations. Our homestyle store spans 5400 square feet in two historic buildings – the Grist Mill built on site in 1922 to serve the surrounding farms and the School House (a true oneroomer moved to the site in 1963). Explore our full line of pottery along with furniture, linens, glassware, wall art, candles, and much more! The factory is located on site, where Potters are busy jiggering, jollying, pressing, casting, dipping, slushing, chumming and ﬁring. We oﬀer free tours daily where you get a behindthe scene look at the pottery being made – from our hands to yours. Come experience a Vermont tradition! Dates of Operation: Open Daily YearRound. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. 9:306 MSat, 105 Sun Group Policy: Groups always welcome. Free tours & parking. Reservations requested. Contact: Bennington Potters, 324 County Street, Bennington VT 05201 8002058033 • [email protected] • benningtonpotters.com  Find us on Facebook

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SOUTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION Bennington Welcome Center Gateway to Vermont’s southwest corner

“The Shires of Vermont”

Stunning views including that of the iconic Bennington Battle Monument to the south and spectacular sunsets to the west greet travelers arriving at Vermont’s newest state welcome center in historic Bennington. A staﬀ of friendly and knowledgeable Vermonters assists with reservations, travel information, and directions. The modern design of the center with its post and beam construction and abundance of windows conﬁrms that the visitor has arrived in The Green Mountain State. Displays in the center reveal a wide range of Vermont made products, as well as recreational, cultural, agricultural and natural attractions available in every region of the state.

The center is located at the junction of Routes 7 and 279, near both the New York and Massachusetts borders. It is also easily accessed from Rte. 9 east and west.

Buses welcome. Clean facilities and local/regional/state information. Open 7 am to 9 pm daily. Contact: Bennington Welcome Center, Operated by the Bennington Area Chamber of Commerce for the State of  Vermont, 100 VT Route 279, Bennington, VT 05201 • 8024472456 • 8024472399

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Brattleboro Vermont Welcome to Brattleboro, Vermont – named bySmithsonian Magazine #11 of the 20 Best Small Towns in America!* As Smithsonian put it: We think any best place worth traveling to should have one quality above others: Culture. In naming the “Best Towns in America” Smithsonian Magazine sought small communities with high concentrations of museums, historic sites, botanic gardens, resident orchestras, art galleries and other cultural assets common to big cities– Reinforcing the truth that big cities and grand institutions per se don't produce creative works; individuals do. And being reminded of that is fun. So is Brattleboro – fun and much, much more! A small town with everything a big city has – good people living in a combination edgy and bucolic, uniquely Vermont setting. Mother Earth News in 2008 selected Brattleboro one of “8 Great Places You’ve Never Heard Of,” citing our “vintage Vermont” qualities and “artsy, intellectual” character. We invite you to include the “One and Only” Brattleboro in your motor coaching plans. Catch our vibe in our historic downtown on the banks of the Connecticut River. But beware: Come for a day and you may come back for a lifetime!

Group Policy & Rates: Groups always welcome. Coaches can disengage passengers in a lot near the Transportation Center — convenient to downtown. Handicappedaccessible public restrooms are located at The River Garden at the intersection of Main and High Streets smack in the center of downtown.

Contact: Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce, 180 Main Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301 • 8022544565 Toll free 8772544565 • www.brattleborochamber.org  *May 2012 issue.

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SOUTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION Green Mountain Railroad

Chester to Ludlow Let the Green Mountain Railroad take you on a nostalgic journey through Vermont’s scenic countryside.

• Charters — Vermont Rail System passenger trains are available yearround for charters and special events. Reserve a coach on one of our scheduled trains or rent the entire train on the day of your choosing. Our trains are perfect for special occasions such as tour groups, birthday parties, weddings, holiday events, school trips or company functions. • Tickets— Tickets can be purchased online or by phone.  Ludlow • Station Locations Burlington:— One Main Street, Burlington; Chester: 563 Depot Street (Rte. 103),  Chester Chester. Parking available.

Contact: 18007073530 • email: [email protected] web: www.trainridesvt.com

ATTRACTION Hildene, The Lincoln

Family Home, Manchester Tour the home where three generations of Lincolns lived. It was built by presidential son, Robert Lincoln in 1905, during his tenure as president of the Pullman Car Co., the world’s largest manufacturing company at that time. Guests experience the 412 acre estate’s Welcome Center, The Museum Store; home and gardens; Lincoln exhibit, including one of Abe’s iconic stovepipe hats; 1903 Pullman car, Sunbeam, “Many Voices” exhibit (a site on the Vermont African American Heritage Trail); goat dairy and cheesemaking facility.

The sustainable agriculture project in the Dene features a new multiuse greenhouse designed for teaching and supporting the Dene Farm operation. It also includes: a variety of farm animals; pollinator and Bobolink sanctuaries; a wetland observation deck, 600’ ﬂoating boardwalk; and miles of scenic walking trails. Exciting things happen when a historic site with deep roots in the past commits to putting new roots, literally and ﬁguratively, in the good earth for the future. Dates of Operation: Yearround. Daily. Closed major holidays. Group Policy and Rates: Groups of 20 or more. Guided tours by reservation only, based on availability. $16.00 per person, escort and driver complimentary. Behind the Scenes Archives Tours and other Addons add $6.00 per person. Garden Presentation and Q &A with Hildene Horticulturist add $6.00 per person. Catered lunches available by reservation. Allow 4 hours for your visit. Contact: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, 1005 Hildene Road, P.O. Box 377, Manchester, VT 05254  8023621788 • Fax 8023621564 • [email protected] • www.hildene.org

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SOUTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION Scenic Chairlift Rides at Mount Snow Resort West Dover

Take a scenic ride on the Bluebird Express to the summit of Mount Snow.

The Bluebird Express is open select days from June through October, providing ideal viewing of the Green Mountains at their greenest as well as famous Vermont fall foliage. Take in the beautiful surrounding views with highlights including Somerset Reservoir, Mount Monadnock, and sometimes even Mount Washington.

Head into the summit restaurant, The Bullwheel, for lunch and a brew and enjoy live music on the deck on Saturday afternoons.

Dates of Operation: June 30–October 9

Group Policies and Rates: Reservations suggested.

Contact: Kelly Murphy, Mount Snow Resort, 39 Mount Snow Road, West Dover, VT 05356 • [email protected]  8024646680 • www.mountsnow.com

ATTRACTION Norman Rockwell Exhibition,Arlington Norman Rockwell lived in Arlington, VT from 19391953, and used many of our locals as models! View our 16 min. ﬁlm about his Arlington years in our theater room, then proceed into the Exhibit to meet an actual Norman Rockwell model for questions, autographing prints and photo taking! Our Exhibit features over 200 of Rockwell's printed works, including many Saturday Evening Post covers, and stories from local townsfolk who posed for him. We have a wide assortment of mugs, puzzles, magnets, books, ornaments and much more in our Gift Shop.

Our Exhibit is located inside our Sugar Shack store that is full of VT souvenirs, a large selection of our pure VT maple syrup (made on site) as well as plenty of samples of VT jams, cheeses, mustards, and apple & pumpkin butters!

Need a last minute filler? Stop in for free and browse our Exhibit & Gift Shops! Dates of Operation: May 1 – late November, 9:00am5pm Group Policies and Rates: $3 per person – includes Norman Rockwell model speaker, 16 minute film. Escort and Driver Complimentary – please allow 1.5 hours for visit – Reservations required please. Plenty of parking, and restrooms available. Contact: Kim Hawley – Norman Rockwell Exhibition,29 Sugar Shack Lane (off of Historic RTE 7A), Arlington, VT 05250 • 8023756747  [email protected] • www.sugarshackvt.com

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SOUTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION Retreat Farm, Brattleboro Since 1837, the waters, ﬁelds, and restorative qualities of Retreat Farm have been a source of restoration, knowledge, recreation, and innovation. The scenic Farm is located in the heart of Brattleboro and is a principal gateway to the Green Mountain.

Retreat Farm is working to revitalize the Farm, restore its forests, soils, waters, and historic structures, and establish communityadvancing programs. Spend time holding a baby chick, scratching a piglet, or marvel at the gentle nature of Carlos the oneton Ox.

Groups can enjoy the Farm & Forest and the Farm Shop & Learning Center. Retreat Farm also hosts outdoor events including Farm to Ballet, a weekly Food Truck Roundup in the summer, and dozens of concerts, festivals, and handson workshops.

Retreat Farm is also home the ninemile Retreat Trails network and Meadows waterway, which oﬀers yearround outdoor recreation. Be sure to visit popular Grafton Village Cheese is located next door. Dates of Operation: Memorial Day to Labor Day: Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Plus Holiday Mondays. Labor Day to Columbus Day: Saturday, Sunday and Holiday Mondays. See website for special events and winter hours. Group Policy and Rates: Group rate: $5 per person. Available to groups over 10 with advance reservation. Workshop and event fees not included. Dedicated motorcoach parking. Contact us for special event dates, handson workshops, and arrangements. Contact: Ashley Davenport, Retreat Farm, 350 Linden Street, Brattleboro VT 05301 • 8024902270  [email protected] • www.retreatfarm.org

ATTRACTION The Robert Frost Stone House Museum at Bennington College Shaftsbury

This historic house museum preserves and shares the legacy of one of America’s most celebrated poets. Frost lived at the home in the 1920s, where he farmed and planted an apple orchard, and wrote some of his bestknown poetry, including “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.” Exhibits include biographical information, photographs, a room devoted to “Stopping by Woods”, and a poetry trail coming in Spring 2020. Picnic, relax in Adirondack chairs, or stroll the grounds that inspired some of America’s most wellknown poems.

Special Experience: The Stone House and Bennington Museum present the Robert Frost Stepon Tour celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Frost moving to Vermont in 2020. June 27 October 31; $18 pp. Includes a docentled tour of the Bennington Museum and special Robert Frost exhibition, Robert Frost Stone House Museum, and Frost’s Gravesite. To schedule contact the Bennington Museum, [email protected].

We also oﬀer a 1hour Poetry Appreciation or Poetry Writing course ($25 for each participant) and a boxed lunch. 10 participant minimum. Please contact the director, Erin McKenny, to schedule. Dates of Operation: May 1Nov 1 Group Policy: 20% discount for groups of 10 or more. Regular admission goes from $10 to $8. Senior admission goes from $6 to $4. As a Blue Star Museum and former and active military personnel free admission. Current teachers receive free admission with ID. Contact Info: Erin McKenny, Director • [email protected]; Carling Berkhout, Frost Fellow [email protected]; General inquiry: [email protected]  121 VT7A, Shaftsbury, VT 05262 • (802) 4476200 • www.bennington.edu/frosthouse

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SOUTHERN VERMONT ATTRACTION

Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester Explore the arts at the Southern Vermont Arts Center situated on a beautiful 100acre campus at the foot of the Taconic Mountains. Just minutes from outlet shopping, Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, and miles of hiking trails, SVAC makes the perfect day trip destination.

Your group will appreciate exhibitions in our galleries including specially curated temporary exhibitions as well as our permanent collections. Plan your trip around one of our many performances, adult workshops, or summer camps. SVAC’s stunning Sculpture Park and Gardens provide a mix of culture and contemplation for artlovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. With commanding views of the Green and Taconic Mountains in all directions, the Park has perfect spots for summer picnics, leisurely strolls, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and dog walking.

Southern Vermont Arts Center will oﬀer your group a new dining experience in curATE, its recently reimagined café. curATE promises to bring a modern sensibility paired with classic and regional fare. Artfully curated small plates, salads, artisanal sandwiches, homemade baked goods, gourmet coﬀee beverages, and a full bar. Dates of Operation: SVAC is open for tours starting April 18 through November 1. HOURS: Closed Mondays, TuesdaySaturday 10am5pm, Sunday 12pm5pm. SVAC may occasionally close early for private events. Group Policy and Rates: Reservations required for tours and dining. Group tour rate: $50 per group of 20 guests or more. Plenty of motorcoach parking. It is suggested that you travel to SVAC via West Road, from Route 7 (Main Street) in Manchester. Contact: Erin Kaufman, Manager of Education and Programs, Southern Vermont Arts Center, 930 Southern Vermont  Arts Center Rd, Manchester, VT 05254 • 8023671306 • [email protected] or www.svac.org.

LODGING Grand Summit Resort Hotel at Mount Snow, West Dover

Conveniently located in southern Vermont amidst the scenic Green Mountain National Forest, Mount Snow is where your group can enjoy memorable events, unique attractions and take advantage of an abundance of services designed to do everything from relax to invigorate.

As a destination, Mount Snow is a popular place for tour groups thanks to the comfortable lodging options, great food and accommodating staff who are dedicated to making your experience the best it can be.

• 200 rooms • Many Resort activities available including Chairlift rides, • Elevators • Flexible function space mountain biking,

• Full spa, heated pool & health club bonfires, guided hiking and nature trails, • Fine dining at Harriman’s Farm to Table • The Grand Country Deli & Country Store NatureSpa, and much more. • Guest Laundry Facilities

Contact: Kelly Murphy, Mount Snow Resort, 89 Grand Summit Way, West Dover, VT 05356  [email protected] • 8024646680 • www.mountsnow.com

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SOUTHERN VERMONT LODGING Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Manchester

Welcome to Hampton Inn & Suites Manchester, set in the picturesque Green Mountains of southern Vermont. Centrally located in downtown Manchester, the 97room hotel is walking distance to shops, outlets, and restaurants.

Close by to Bennington and Manchester area attractions including Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home and Stratton and Bromley Mountains. Manchester is a popular group destination along with weddings, corporate events, reunions, shopping excursions, and sports tournaments, there is always a reason to visit.

Reminiscent of a historic New England farmhouse, this uniquely designed hotel embodies tradition with modern sensibilities. Outdoor seating areas with a fire pit, and lush landscaping welcome you and make you feel right at home.

We offer both traditional rooms and studio suites all under one roof, with microwaves and small refrigerators, and coffee makers in every room. So however you travel, we’ve got you covered.

Along with complimentary hot breakfast and free WiFi, we also offer coffee and tea 247.

Group Policy and Rates: Rates vary; 10 rooms minimum. Luggage handling available for additional charge.  Contact: Susan Dionne, Director of Sales, 4519 Main Street (Rte. 7A), Manchester, VT 05255 • 8023624000 [email protected]

LODGING Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Brattleboro Enjoy a Carefree Stay While Visiting Vermont

You'll find plenty of reasons to love the Holiday Inn Express® hotel in Brattleboro. Conveniently situated off I91, our 86 beautiful accommodations and location are the perfect location for your group tour.

Lodging here allows for easy access to Southern Vermont attractions and events and is the perfect hub and spoke destination or for your group’s tour of Vermont, New Hampshire and Western NY and beyond. Visit downtown Brattleboro and its galleries, shops and restaurants; travel across Route 9 to Bennington or up I91 to the Friesians of Majesty or the Vermont Country Store in Rockingham. We are conveniently located near five major ski areas including Mount Snow and Stratton Mountain Resort.

You're sure to have a carefree trip when you take advantage of our Brattleboro, VT hotel's amenities. Enjoy a delicious breakfast experience at our complimentary Express Start breakfast bar served every morning. We also offer free highspeed Internet access, an onsite fitness center, a heated indoor pool, and a sweet shop.

Make your reservations today, and "Stay Smart" in Brattleboro, Vermont.

Contact: Katherine Hall, Director of Sales, 100 Chickering Drive, Brattleboro, VT 05301 • 8022572400 katherine.hall@bkinvestments.com 

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SOUTHERN VERMONT LODGING The Lodge at Bromley

Peru/Manchester Located at the heart of Southern Vermont, The Lodge at Bromley is just minutes from a wealth of activities, making it the perfect base for touring. Discover the treasures of the Manchester, Weston and Bennington areas:

• Bromley Mountain skiing and Summer Adventure Park with the Sun Mountain Flyer, New England’s longest ZipRider just steps away. • Hildene, Orvis, Manchester Designer Outlets, Southern Vermont Arts Center just 15 minutes away. • The Vermont Country Store and Weston Theatre Festival just 30 minutes away. • Bennington museums and monuments just 35 minutes away.

We Love Tour Groups! Our hotel offers 50 beautiful spacious rooms with sweeping sunny views of the West River Valley and Bromley Mountain. We have 35 rooms with two double beds, five Queen bedded rooms, four Kings and six Family rooms with bunk beds. All rooms are elevator accessible.

With a delicious complimentary breakfast and catered group meals, friendly service, and ample bus parking right on Rte. 11, along with a wide array of dining choices in nearby Manchester Center, The Lodge at Bromley offers a terrific location for group travel looking to spend the day exploring southern and central Vermont. 

Contact: Lodge at Bromley, 4216 VT Rte. 11, Peru, VT 05152 • 8028246941 www.LodgeatBromley.com

LODGING

Stratton Mountain Resort

Stratton Mountain Stratton means yearround hospitality with bigmountain skiing and snowboarding from the summit of southern Vermont’s highest peak all on snow so great it’s guaranteed, plus snowshoeing, snow tubing, ice skating and scores of activities.

Summer brings renowned golf and tennis schools, a 27hole championship golf course (sixyear LPGA stop), live music, scenic gondola rides, hiking trails, summit yoga, and so much more.

Stratton’s alpine Village offers an elevated shopping and dining experience. The Sports and Fitness Center features the latest cardio equipment, weights, saltwater pool, sauna, massage and classes.

Close to you, yet a world apart, Stratton offers the perfect antidote for a getaway. You’ll be inspired by our mountain setting, toprated service and culinary creativity. Choose from a range of hotel and condo options that can accommodate groups of 20 – 600 with attractive group rates on lodging, activities and amenities.

Address: 5 Village Lodge Road, Stratton Mountain, VT 05155  Contact: [email protected] • 800.787.2886 • https://www.stratton.com/planyourtrip/groups

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SOUTHERN VERMONT RESTAURANT/DINING

New England House Restaurant, Brattleboro

Come and join us in our convenient Route 9 location for soups, steak, seafood, burgers, pasta and more. Groups will enjoy dining in our modern, yet rustic New England atmosphere, “along the way” to Brattleboro, across scenic Route 9 to Bennington and in between.

The New England House restaurant focuses on the art of keeping it local, keeping it fresh and working within the season while supporting local farms. Your group will experience meals made with locally raised beef, seafood is delivered fresh via a local vendor and local produce whenever possible.

Dates of Operation: Contact us to reserve a date and time for your group meal.

Group Policy: Group lunches with reservation.

Contact: The New England House, 254 Marlboro Road (Rte. 9), Brattleboro, VT 05303 • 8022546886 [email protected] • www.newenglandhousevt.com 

SHOPPING

Bennington Potters Bennington

We welcome you to our home style store where you are invited to play house. Our pottery is showcased throughout two historic buildings spanning 5400 square feet, along with an extensive offering of home furnishings, linens, glassware, decorative accessories and more! You’ll find encouragement for your creativity from friendly and knowledgeable staff. Shipping available. Enjoy a free factory tour during your visit. Come see it made!

Dates of Operation: Open daily yearround. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. 9:306 MSat, 105 Sun

Group Policy: Groups always welcome. Free tours and parking. Reservations requested for group tours.

Contact: Bennington Potters, 324 County Street, Bennington VT 05201 8002058033 • [email protected] • benningtonpotters.com Find us on Facebook 

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SOUTHERN VERMONT SHOPPING

Manchester Designer

Outlets, Manchester Manchester Designer Outlets (MDO) is Yankee Magazine’s Reader's Choice and Editor's Choice for outlet shopping in New England. Stroll through the picturesque walking village of Manchester, Vermont and shop more than 20 worldclass brands including Armani, Brooks Brothers, J Crew, Kate Spade, Marimekko, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, Theory, Tumi, Vineyard Vines and many more at up to 70% oﬀ daily. Each store is uniquely housed in restored New England structures surrounded by beautiful views and fresh mountain air. Enjoy exclusive art and fashion pop ups throughout the year.

Manchester’s Annual Sidewalk Sales are a must in midAugust (see website for dates) and save up to 90% on all your favorite MDO brands!

Manchester oﬀers a multitude of historic and authentic Vermont attractions. Nature lovers can partake in hiking, skiing, canoeing, yoga, and swimming alongside ﬁvestar lodging, dining, and of course, shopping. Whether you visit us for the day, a weekend, or week, Manchester, Vermont is a mustsee destination in New England.

Dates of Operation: Summer hours: MondaySaturday 10:00am7:00pm; Sunday 10:00am6:00pm Winter hours: MondaySaturday 10:00am6:00pm; Sunday 10:00am5:00pm

Group Policy and Rates: Tours and group activities, coupon books, and motorcoach parking are all available with advance notice.

Contact: Manchester Designer Outlets, GPS Address: 97 Depot Street, Manchester Center, VT 05255  8023623736 • [email protected] • www.manchesterdesigneroutlets.com

SHOPPING

Northshire Bookstore Manchester Center AwardWinning – “Beyond the Best in Books”

Northshire Bookstore is an awardwinning, familyowned, independent bookstore. Nationally known for its selection and service, Northshire goes beyond the typical bookstore experience. Set in an historic Inn, the bookstore is ﬁlled with wellchosen books, Vermont made gifts, cards, stationery and much more. Our Children’s section is almost a third of the store and is perfect for grandparents – besides the best in books, it has games, toys, clothes and lots of other fun stuﬀ. Northshire Bookstore is a onestop shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. Find out why Yankee Magazine named us “Best of New England” in 2016.

Dates of Operation: Open seven days/week at 10 am. Only closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Group Policy and Rates: We welcome groups at no charge. Coach parking available. We are handicapped accessible, have public restrooms and an elevator. Advance notice appreciated. Contact: Chris Morrow, 4869 Main St., Manchester Center, VT 05255 • 8023623565, ext.120  [email protected] • www.northshire.com

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SOUTHERN VERMONT SHOPPING The Vermont Country Store

Rockingham From the cheery ring of our storekeeper’s bell to the friendly creak of our wellworn hardwood floors, the moment you step into The Vermont Country Store, you take a step back to a simpler time and place. Founded in 1946 our authentic country store is stocked to the rafters with 1000s of practical and hardtofind goods and wares, guaranteed to surprise and delight at every turn. Take home real Vermont maple syrup, locally crafted meats and cheeses, and our homemade Orton Family Fudge. Dozens of free samples! Take a stroll through our covered bridge to our Gristmill and Waterwheel Museum.

Dining Options: Mildred’s Market on premises for great burgers, sandwiches and other great food items, yearround and Mildred’s Dairy Bar, seasonally MayOctober for creemees and other desserts.

Dates of Operation: Open 7 days, yearround. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Group Policy and Rates: Groups always welcome; advance notice appreciated. Plenty of free motorcoach parking. Contact: Melissa Scudder • [email protected] 8023625919; or [email protected] • 8023625990 option 1.  Vermont Country Store Rockingham, 1292 Rockingham Rd., Rockingham, VT 05101 • www.vermontcountrystore.com

SPECIAL EVENT Brattleboro Area Events Brattleboro Greater Brattleboro: Fall in love with all the things we are!

Yearround 2019 November: Putney Craft Tour – November 29December 1 (FridaySunday) putneycrafts.com Gallery Walk: First Friday of every month, 5:308:30 pm December: Holly Days, Holly Nights: December 68 (FridaySunday) holiday shopping/dining. Downtown Brattleboro. Brattleborochamber.org [email protected] 2020 Brattleboro Farmers’ Market: February: Harris Hill Ski Jump: February 1516 (SaturdaySunday) Saturdays and Tuesdays, seasonally. March: Circus Spectacular: March 78 (SaturdaySunday) Tuesdays, MayOctober at the New May: Brattleboro Brewers Festival: May 23 (Saturday) BrattleboroBrewersFestival.com England Youth Theater, 100 Flat St. June: Strolling of the Heifers: June 57 (FridaySunday) StrollingoftheHeifers.com Saturdays, MayOctober, July: Brattleboro Goes Fourth Parade: July 4 (Saturday) BrattleboroChamber.org 570 Western Ave. September: Brattleboro Baconfest, Blues and Brews! For dates visit BrattleboroChamber.org November – March, 80 Flat Street Contact: For more details visit the community events calendar at Please conﬁrm dates for events and experiences  through the contact or website provided. BrattleboroChamber.org or (802) 2544565.

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SOUTHERN VERMONT SPECIAL EVENT

Late May – June – Celebration of Peonies at September 56 – Garlic Fest, Bennington – Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, Manchester Join garlic lovers from throughout New – Thousands of fragrant flamboyant peony England to sample food and crafts from blooms, heirloom and new in the Lincoln family’s hundreds of different vendors all made from formal garden. garlic and herbs. 2020 Events in July – August – Vermont Summer Festival Horse September 1 – Columbus Day Weekend – Show, Manchester – Celebrating its 24rd year as Enjoy scenic lift ride to Bromley Mt. Summit. The Shires Vermont’s premier hunter/jumper event. Spectacular 360 degree views. Weekends and July 31, August 1, 2 – Bennington Arts Weekend holidays September 1 through Columbus Day. January 25 – Winterfest, Annual North – The crowning jewel of this annual event is the Group Rates available. Bennington Winter Festival.Locals, visitors, Southern Vermont Art and Craft Festival. September 21 – Peru Fair, Peru – An old shops and community gather to share in some August 69 – Manchester Annual Sidewalk fashioned country fair and fun for everyone! fun during the winter months … a lake plunge, Sales – Enjoy the biggest discounts of the season October 46 – Manchester Fall Arts Festival – chilifest, pig roast, winter carnival and day long at Worldclass designer outlets and unique, entertainment! Over 100 talented artists and artisans from independent retailers. throughout New England displaying their March 7 – Winter Home Brew Festival, August 8 – 12th Annual FlyFishing Festival, works under large heated tents. Bennington – Top Ten Winter event. Sample Manchester – Showcasing the joy of fly fishing with and vote on local beers, ciders, mead and wings. November 26, 2019 – January 1, 2020 – vendors, demonstrations, and a gathering of people Celebrate the Season in The March 2122 – Vermont Maple Open House who are all equally enthused about the sport. Shires – Tree lightings, music Weekend – Visit the Sugar Houses in The Shires Mid August – Green Mountain Bluegrass events, inn for this sweet Vermont treat. Festival, Manchester – Bluegrass, roots and tours, wine and beer tastings, May – Memorial Day Weekend – Mayfest, Americana music. Main stage, dance tent, food horse and wagon rides, Bennington – A craft fair in its 33rd year that trucks, VT beer and wine in a magical Green bookstore events and features over 150 crafters and food vendors. Mountain setting! museum happenings. Contact: For more details about these events visit exploretheshires.com or call 8024473311.  Please confirm all dates with organizer.

STATE HISTORIC SITE Bennington Monument State Historic Site Bennington

A Revolutionary War Site In August of 1777, General John Stark, aided by the Green Mountain Boys, denied British troops access to supplies stored in Bennington, Vermont, by defeating them in a battle just over the border in New York State. A pivotal event in the American Revolution, the “Battle of Bennington” left British forces woefully unprepared for the later Battle of Saratoga.

Today, the spectacular 306 foot Bennington Monument stands at the site of the military storehouse. Visitors can take an elevator to the observation ﬂoor to view vistas of rolling hills and valleys in the three states. The beautifully landscaped grounds feature additional monuments and interpretive signage. Amenities include a wonderful shop, picnic tables and accessible restrooms.

Please allow 30 minutes for your visit. Dates of Operation: May 1 – October 31st, daily, 10 AM – 5 PM Group Policy: Preregistered groups of 10 or more: $3.00 per person (reservations required) Physical Address: 15 Monument Circle, Bennington, VT 05201 Contact: Marylou Chicote, [email protected] • 8024470550  historicsites.vermont.gov/benningtonmonument

– 84 – Celebrate the Holiday Season in Vermont! Groups love visiting Vermont to celebrate the Holiday Season. Picture snowy mountains, horsedrawn sleigh rides, warming up by the fire with hot cider and holiday focused events.

Here are just a few events happening around the state in 2020:

November n Very Merry Middlebury Middlebury, December – A festive and funﬁlled month n Church Street Marketplace Santa Parade & of holiday events. experiencemiddlebury.com/events Holiday Tree Lighting Burlington – Black Friday shopping, Santa Claus Parade n Holiday Stroll and the Annual Holiday Lighting and Show with 250,000 Vergennes, December 5 – A full day of holiday lights on Church Street. festivities throughout Vergennes. churchstmarketplace.com/calendar/annualevents www.addisoncounty.com

n Craft Vermont at the DoubleTree Burlington n Inndulgence Tour November 2022 – Annual art and craft show the week Okemo Valley (Ludlow area), December 12 More than before Thanksgiving. Showcasing Vermont only artists 10 Inns in Okemo Valley oﬀer a twoday open house and craftspeople oﬀering oneofakind and limited with tours, festive drinks, holiday decorations and edition pieces. www.vermonthandcrafters.com indulgent treats. www.facebook.com/InndulgenceTour

December n Christmas in Weston Townwide Weston and Vermont Country Store, n Chester Overture to Christmas December 5 – Tour galleries, museums, and inns by December – The town of Chester, decorated for foot or horsedrawn wagon. Visit Santa; ornament the season, presents a series of events to welcome making, concluding with the tree lighting and caroling the holidays. on the Green. www.WestonVT.com www.meetchestervermont.com/eventscalendar n Winter Wassail Weekend n Cool Yule Woodstock and Billings Farm & Museum – 19th century Bristol, December – Holiday celebrations, including decorations, wagon/sleigh rides and more. Weekend The Chocolate Walk and Lumen Celebration of Fire & highlight the Wassail Horse Parade, with horses and Light, bazaars, concerts, activities and shopping. riders dressed for the holidays. discoverbristolvt.com/coolyule www.woodstockvt.com/events/wassailweekend

n A Traditional Christmas in Stowe Please conﬁrm all dates with organizer prior to scheduling December 46 – Tree lightings, lantern parade, wagon into an itinerary. rides, Santa and reindeer visits and carolers. Wreath making, ice skating and more. www.gostowe.com

– 85 – Visit VermontTourismNetwork.com for more information about Vermont and these businesses. VERMONT 22 SUGGESTED DAY TRIPS TO VERMONT! North, central, south you’ll ﬁnd 70+ attractions, engaging events and unique destinations your groups will love! Vermont’s Receptive Operators can work with you to create a tour to integrate these “days” into a custom itinerary: Custom Tours & More, Finer Vermont Tours, Milne Educational Tours, Notch Above Tours and Sugar Tours.

Visit Bennington Potters, SOUTHERN VERMONT Ghandcrafted pottery, factory tour. Enjoy maple treats at The Sugar Visit the Retreat Farm Shack/Norman Rockwell BBrattleboro (July is Farm to Exhibition, Arlington; Make your Ballet performance). Fall own candy bar at The Foliage train ride on the Green Chocolatorium, Arlington Mountain Railroad, Chester to Ludlow and back. Strolling of the Heifers Parade H(June), Brattleboro, Friendly, Tour the Sculpture Park and heifer calves, groomed and Cexhibitions at the Southern colorfully bedecked and led by Vermont Arts Center. Lunch future farmers. Lunch at New at curATE Café. Scenic 3state England House Restaurant. views at the Bennington Monument, Bennington, Revolutionary War site.

Bennington Museum and the CENTRAL VERMONT DRobert Frost Stonehouse Museum, 2020, special, docent Vermont Marble Museum, led, combined tour to both IProctor. Master marble carving museums, celebrating Frost’s demonstration at Stone Revival, 100th Anniversary of moving Pittsfield. Lunch at Clear River to Vermont. Tavern, Pittsfield. Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, Graniteville, tour Gifts, books and designer deals world’s largest granite quarry. Eat Northshire Bookstore and Manchester Designer Outlets, UVM Morgan Horse Farm, Manchester. Visit Hildene, JWeybridge, home of the Morgan The Lincoln Family Home Horse breed. Pulp Mill Covered (Celebration of the Peonies at Bridge photo op. Chimney Point Hildene late May/June), State Historic Site, Addison, Manchester. Native American, French and early Vermont heritage. Scenic chairlift ride to the peak Fat Mount Snow Resort. Attend Annual Quilt Exhibition and the Vermont Wine & Harvest Kvisit to Billings Farm & Museum Festival (September). (JulyAugust), one of the finest

– 86 – small dairy farms in America. Meet farm animals, visit restored 1890 NORTHERN VERMONT Farm Managers House. Lunch at Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm. Highland Center for the Arts, RGreensboro, exhibition, Vermont Maple Museum, performance and lunch at LPittsford, NEWLY renovated Hardwick Street Café. Views at store, maple museum, tastings. Caspian Lake and art at the Lunch at Waybury Inn, Miller’s Thumb. High tea at Middlebury. Vist the Danforth Perrennial Pleasures, Hardwick. Pewter Flagship Store & Workshop, Middlebury. Scenic cruise on Lake Champlain Saboard the Spirit of Ethan Allen. Birds of Vermont Museum, Lake Champlain ecology and MHuntington, Hand carved interactive exhibits at ECHO Leahy Vermont birds in habitat, tree Center. Lunch at Duke’s Public house bird viewing. Cold Hollow House. Maple syrup and goodies Cider Mill, Waterbury Center, at Palmer’s Sugarhouse, apple cider, famous cider donuts, Shelburne. and lunch. Cabot Farmers’ Store, Waterbury Center, Cabot cheeses, Vermont Quilt Festival (June), chocolates and gifts. TEssex Junction. Lunch at La Villa Bistro, Shelburne. Shelburne Rokeby Museum National Museum, Shelburne, quilt exhibit, NHistoric Site, Ferrisburgh, historic fine art and Americana, gardens. house, unrivaled Underground Make a “Friend for Life” at Railroad site. Dakin Farm, Vermont Teddy Bear. Ferrisburgh, maple syrup, Vermont food. Lunch at Waybury Inn. Holiday artisan and craft shopping Uat Craft Vermont Event OGoodrich’s Maple Farm, Cabot, (November), Burlington. Lunch at Maple syrup treats. Cabot The Friendly Toast and boutique Creamery, Cabot, taste and learn shopping at Church Street about Cabot cheeses. Montpelier Marketplace, Burlington. on own, shops, restaurants and Vermont State House. Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, Sugarbush Resort, Warren, scenic Vhistory tour. Lunch and bowling at Pgondola ride to mountain top. Stowe Bowl Eatery. Photo stops at Farm to Fiber tour at Mad River Waitsfield covered bridge and Fiber Arts & Mill, Waitsfield. Warren Covered Bridge, Moss Lunch at Lareau Farm Inn, Glen Falls. Waitsfield. Tasty maple goodies at Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks, Cooking class or demo at Cook Montpelier. WAcademy at The Essex Resort & Spa, Essex. Wine tasting at Cornish/Windsor Covered Shelburne Vineyards. Maple QBridge, Windsor, photo op (NH themed dinner at Palmer’s side). King Arthur Flour Bakers’ Sugarhouse, Shelburne. Store and baking demo, Norwich. Vermont Country Store, Rockingham, lunch from Mildred’s Market.

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