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Lake Champlain in Burlington, VT

Gear Up for Water, Trails and Other Off-the-Grid Options in Greater Burlington, VT

With the Adirondacks and Lake Champlain, public parks and private outfitters, the recreational options in Greater Burlington are almost overwhelming. Outdoors enthusiasts have their pick of bicycling, hiking, skiing, snowboarding, swimming, fishing, rafting and canoeing. A great place to start is the Local Motion Trailside Center on Steele Street, which has more than 30 free maps and guides. Red Rocks Park & Trail System in South Burlington is open daily through the summer, with miles of... Read More »
Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, VT

Find the Perfect Fit at Church Street Marketplace

The Church Street Marketplace in Burlington began as a one-time street festival in 1971, and its fantastic popularity got the ball rolling to what would become the city's large outdoor mall. Visitors won't find all the typical stores on Church Street. Burlington's most eclectic and original boutiques are located in the marketplace. The Earth Prime Comics is one of the fun niche stores that can be found on Church Street. They sell a wide variety of old and new comics for collectors or just... Read More »

Daily Planet Restaurant Mixes Food, Art and Astronomy in Burlington

Daily Planet Restaurant in Burlington is a truly out of this world experience. One of the town's top hang out spots, the Daily Planet's stellar décor entertain patrons visually, while the fresh and flavorful menu and wide variety of cocktails entertain their palates. Guests can enjoy a Dirty Monkey cocktail, which is a smooth blend of Irish cream, dark rum and cognac, along side a plate of ginger tofu stir fry under the soft ambience of the Planet's Saturn-shaped orb lamps. After dinner the... Read More »

Sugarbush Resort Slope's Attract Skiers to Burlington Area

The Sugarbush Resort is 4,000 acres of majestic snow covered slopes nestled in Vermont's Green Mountain range just 45 minutes south of Burlington. The mixed terrain offers an exciting skiing experience for everyone from beginners on the learning trails to Olympic medalists who love to train in the tree covered wilderness.  This resort has been serving Vermont thrill-seekers for more than 50 years with its 111 different trails with elevations up to 4,083 feet. Almost 300 inches of average... Read More »