Whether you're hiking in the summer, leaf-peeping in the fall, or skiing in the winter, the northeast corner of Vermont is a prime destination for family travelers. The Stowe-Waterbury area is especially delightful - and has some tasty treats for families on a budget!
Get your fill of cider and donuts as the Cold Hollow Cider Mill.
1. I scream, you scream, we all scream, for ICE CREAM. (Even in the middle of a Vermont winter? Of course!) We aren't talking about just any old ice cream outing, though; we're talking about a visit to an ice cream lover's dream - the Ben & Jerry's factory in Waterbury. Taking a tour is optional, but at $4 per adult and kids under 12 free, it's a bargain. Be sure to go on a weekday, when you can stand above the factory floor and see the machines churning out pint after pint of the good stuff - it will make you appreciate your sample at the end even more! (And if you're there in warm weather, the grounds are fun to explore, and ideal for a picnic lunch.)
2. Did you save room for another tour (and perhaps one more tiny treat)? Just up the road from Ben and Jerry's is the Cold Hollow Cider Mill. This legendary mill presses cider year-round, and has been doing so since 1974. On the free, self-guided tour, kids will trace the process of cider-making from apple tree all the way to the cup in your hand. Be sure to check out the live Bee Observation Hive along the way. (And did I mention the bakery?)
3. Tracking down a local parenting website is a fantastic way to find out about kid-friendly events when you're traveling, and the Northern Vermont area has a stellar site called Find and Go Seek. Check it out for listings for everything from library story hours to ice skating times to theater performances; you'll find reviews of local, kid-friendly restaurants and businesses, too.
Accommodation Tip: Hunker down at the Best Western Plus Waterbury Stowe-Waterbury; rest up within arm's reach of all that fresh air and good, New England-style fun waiting for you in the morning!
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