It's the sweetest time of the year, EscapeMakers! Every spring for a few short weeks, maple sugarmakers across the Northeast open the doors of their sugarhouses for maple weekends, inviting visitors to discover the sweet flavors and traditions involved in making maple syrup. Between Vermont and New York State, more than half of the country's maple syrup production takes place just a train ride away from NYC via Metro North Railroad or Amtrak! And with the days getting warmer, now is the time to start planning for your escapes to the long list of sugarhouses within reach. Vermont is the nation’s leading producer of maple syrup. Producing over 1.3 million gallons of syrup, Vermont generates 42% of the country’s maple syrup from more than 1,500 sugar houses statewide. In 2014, Vermont produced 1,230,000 gallons of the sweet, sticky goodness. Vermont Maple Open House Weekend takes place this year on March 25-26. The sites and activities at the many sugarhouses in the region range from tours to pancake breakfasts to maple tapping demonstrations to samples of maple syrup, candy, creams and more. Check out some hot spots like Nebraska Knoll Sugar Farm, Corse Maple Farm, or Green Mountain Sugar House...or get the full list of all participating Vermont sugarhouses here and plan your maple weekend escape! New York is second leader in maple production in the USA, following Vermont. In 2014, New York produced 546,000 gallons of maple syrup, which makes up over 17% of the entire country's supply. With locations at approximately 160 farms and museums, Maple Weekend across New York State takes place March 18-19 and March 25-26. Visitors will find sugarhouse tours, free samples, activities and so much more! Check out Roxbury Mountain Maple in the Catskills (Sullivan County), or the Hudson Valley's White Oak Farm (Westchester County),
It’s the sweetest time of the year, EscapeMakers! Every spring for a few short weeks, maple sugarmakers across the Northeast open the doors of their sugarhouses for maple weekends, inviting visitors to discover the sweet flavors and traditions involved in making maple syrup. Between Vermont and New York State, more than half of the country’s maple syrup production takes place just a train ride away from NYC via Metro North Railroad or Amtrak! And with
If you can not view this html email click here Dear EscapeMakers — early Summer vacations mean great adventures at affordable deals. See below for escapes ideas off Amtrak's routes in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont! Plus, now you can get 20% off with the VisitVermont discount! For a list of AMTRAK packages listed at Vermont Tourism, click here! In addition, Amtrak has just launched limited bike service on the Vermonter line! International Food MA- Memorial Day Weekend May 26-30th! Transport yourself across the world through food at the Springfield International Food Fest at the Eastern States Exposition. Live music daily and fireworks nightly, plus the featured food this year is Kielbasa - so how can you go wrong? More on lodging. STOP: Springfield on Vermonter + cab (5 min.) PEONY PALOOZA Traditionally in the last two weeks of May and the first two weeks of June, the Formal Garden at the Lincoln Family Home, Hildene, signals the start of the season with 1,000's of peony blooms; many from the original 1907 plants. Enjoy spectacular valley views, the Green Mountains, and the quintessential VT landscapes. More on lodging. STOP: Vermonter to Brattleboro + car rental. (1hr.). BALLOONS & BREWS VT July 7-10th - Visit the Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival and let your spirit soar as more than 25 hot-air balloons fill the sky. Free admission when you stay at Stoweflake. View breathtaking launches, enjoy live entertainment, all while sitting back and relaxing with offerings in the beer & wine garden. Plus, the Stowe Brewers Festival is July 29th & 30th and features more than 40 brewers and cider-makers serving in excess of 130 beers & ciders. STOP: Vermonter to Waterbury + cab (20 mins.). CONCERTS IN CT July 7th - Aug. 11th - Visit Stamford, CT for its weekly outdoor
If you can not view this html email click here Dear EscapeMakers — early Summer vacations mean great adventures at affordable deals. See below for escapes ideas off Amtrak’s routes in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont! Plus, now you can get 20% off with the VisitVermont discount! For a list of AMTRAK packages listed at Vermont Tourism, click here! In addition, Amtrak has just launched limited bike service on the Vermonter line! International Food MA– Memorial
