Barbara Weindling

Southern Vermont is truly multifaceted — an all-seasons escape that offers hiking, skiing, snowboarding, fishing, water sports, cycling, mountain views, exceptional local cuisine and small towns with big character. There is something for everyone in this part of New England, and one of the most welcoming, authentic places to take it all in is Hill Farm Inn. Located on a 230-year-old historic dairy farm in southern Vermont, Hill Farm has been welcoming guests for 150-plus years.

Perched on the edge of a perfectly groomed run, I paused, taking in the expansive view that stretched before me. The snow-capped peak of Breckenridge, Colorado, off to the distance pierced the clear blue sky on a day that was meant to be gray and filled with snow. The soft whoosh of snowboards and skis carving paths down the mountain blended with the hum of voices, this being spring break, and the mountain was filled with families.

Activities 7 Min Read Dordogne France Europe If you’re looking for a less familiar area to explore in France beyond the big-name destinations like Paris, Provence and the French Riviera, the Dordogne region is a blast for kids of all ages. One of the reasons I like it so much for families is that the list of things to do in the Dordogne is so varied within a small geographic area. Cultural and historic touring can easily be combined with active days out biking, hiking, swimming and canoeing.