Getaway Vacations Blog

Most people know that New England has some of the best autumn scenery in the country, but it’s Vermont that takes fall to a whole new level. The landscape bursts with vibrant hues of yellow, gold, and red in September and October, making it a popular destination for leaf-peepers and photographers. If you’re planning a trip to the Green Mountains this year, book your stay with GetAway Vacations and experience...

Are you looking for the easiest way to get to the top of central Vermont’s Green Mountains? Hop on board the K-1 Express Killington Gondola and ride to the top of the 4,241-foot Killington Peak in a comfortable, enclosed chairlift. Whether you take the Killington Gondola in the winter to ski, in the summer for fun, or in the autumn to scout out the best fall foliage in Vermont, the...

Each September, thousands of garlic lovers from all over New England flock to Camelot Village in Bennington, VT, for the most delicious event of the year – the Southern Vermont Garlic and Herb Festival! Considered one of the top garlic festivals in the world, this annual event features hundreds of food and craft vendors, live music, demonstrations, kids activities, and more, all centered around garlic and herbs. If you’re a fan...

Bomoseen State Park, a 3,576-acre lakeside park in the Taconic Mountains, is one of the most beautiful and historic sites in Vermont. The area was once quarried for slate and contains quarry holes and several slate-processing buildings. In addition to its rich history, the park lies within the 2,340-acre Bomoseen State Forest and combines all of Vermont’s most famous natural elements including rolling terrain, forests, and serene New England lakes....

Killington Mountain is a popular vacation spot that’s known for its thrilling outdoor recreation, but traveling with all of the proper equipment can be tough. Cold winters in Vermont require multiple layers of clothing, and skiing and snowboarding trips mean goggles, gloves, helmets, boots – the list is endless! Luckily, there are plenty of places to go shopping in Killington, VT, where you’ll find everything you need and more. Whether...

Wellwood Orchards is a beautiful family-owned farm in Springfield, Vermont, that produces a wide variety of fruit including strawberries, apples, pumpkins, and more. In addition to acres of fruit trees and stunning views of the Green Mountains, the orchard offers free tractor-pulled wagon rides from Labor Day through Columbus Day and even has a petting zoo full of bunnies, baby cows, goats, chickens, pheasants, and peacocks. The next time you...

The 2016 Vermont Wine and Harvest Festival is coming up this fall, and people all over the Green Mountain State are getting excited! Each year, the festival attracts winemakers from over a dozen Vermont wineries as well as several spirits distillers and arts and crafts vendors. Over the course of one weekend, guests can enjoy a wide variety of events including tastings, dinners, wine parties, live entertainment, and much more!...

Situated in a historic 1892 Queen Anne victorian mansion, the Chaffee Art Center in Rutland, Vermont is just as beautiful as the artwork within it. The building features machine cut marble blocks, gothic windows, and a three-story tower, and its gallery offers a variety of spectacular pieces made by local Rutland artists. Just a quick 15-minute drive from GetAway Vacations, guests can spend an afternoon exploring the gallery, taking art...

If you’re searching for an exciting vacation activity that won’t break the bank, you’re in luck! Tubing season is in full swing here in Vermont, where gentle waves and tumbling whitewater provide a fun, heat-escaping good time for visitors of all ages. The next time you visit the Green Mountain State, book your stay with GetAway Vacations and bring the whole family to these natural playgrounds for an awesome day...

Each year, the Green Mountain Adventure Challenge takes guests on a wild goose chase through ancient forests, over mountain summits, and around spectacular landscapes near Dover, Vermont. Part hike and part treasure hunt, participants will search miles of trails for clues that lead to an awesome cash prize. If you think you have what it takes to complete the challenge, book your stay with GetAway Vacations and get ready for...

Situated 2,000 feet above sea level, the Killington Golf Course in Killington, Vermont is a par 72 Championship Golf Course and is one of the most beautiful golf destinations in the state. Noted architect Geoffrey Cornish was the mastermind behind this 6,186-yard course, which features unique terrain, snowmelt streams, and expansive vistas of the area’s signature green mountains. While playing, guests can enjoy a variety of amenities including a full-size...

Nothing says summer like sitting on a blanket in the grass and enjoying some great food, cold drinks, and live music on a warm day. This is especially true in Vermont, where a wide variety of festivals, concerts, and events take place virtually every weekend in the summertime. If you’re planning a trip to the Green Mountain State this summer, book your stay with GetAway Vacations and get your tickets...