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Burlington Holidays, Hotels & Travel Guide
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Burlington Holidays Overview
A guide to holidays in Burlington - Situated in Chittenden County, Burlington is
Vermont's biggest city and is a lively, yet laid back place with
plenty to see and do. Ideally located on Lake Champlain's eastern
shore between the Adirondack and Green Mountains, the city boasts
galleries, museums, historic architecture, top-class shopping and
lots of outdoor activities.
Originally one of
the leading ports in the country with steamboat traffic on the lake
boosting the local economy, the city was also the site of an
important military hospital and army post during the War of 1812.
Burlington continues to be voted one of the top cities to live in
the USA and has a friendly, college-town atmosphere, which draws an
estimated four million visitors a year.
Attractions in the city range from visits to the historic
home of military leader and philosopher Ethan Allen to the ever
popular Church Street Marketplace, cruises on Lake Champlain, and a
visit to the Lake Champlain Chocolate factory for a free sample. An
excellent way to make the most of the city's beautiful views is to
hire a bicycle and follow the Waterfront Bike Path, a 7.6 mile
(12km) route that runs from Oakledge Park at the southern end of
town to the northen end at the beautiful Winooski
River.
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Burlington
holidays - Top Places To Go
1. Ethan Allen Homestead and Museum
1 Ethan Allen Homestead
www.ethanallenhomestead.org |
What is it? One of Burlington's earliest inhabitants,
Ethan Allen, was a charismatic backwoodsman-turned-statesman
originally from Connecticut. In capturing Fort Ticonderoga during
the Revolutionary War, and as the leader of the Green Mountain
Boys, he secured his position as a folk hero in Vermont. A man of
many talents, Allen was also a philosopher and Deist, publishing
Reason the Only Oracle of Man. Interestingly,
Ethan Allen's brother Ira was founder of the University of Vermont
in 1791. Visitors to the homestead can enjoy a wander through the
18th-century home, interesting exhibits and access to the beautiful
grounds.
Hours of Operation: Daily 1pm to 4pm (May); tours available Monday to
Saturday from 10am to 4pm and Sundays from 1pm to 4pm (June to
October)
Phone:(801) 865 4556 |
2. Lake Champlain Chocolates
750 Pine Street
www.lakechamplainchocolates.com |
What is it? What could be more tempting than the thought
of delicious, handmade chocolates and the chance to enjoy free
samples? Lake Champlain Chocolates are all made on location in
small batches and visitors can see how chocolates are made and
enjoy the tastes and smells of the factory. Tours are
available.
Hours of Operation: Factory store and café: Monday to Saturday 9am to
6pm; Sunday 12pm to 5pm. Factory tours are every hour on the hour
from 9am to 2pm
Phone:(801) 864 1808 |
3. Lake Champlain Cruises and Ferries
Northern Lights Cruises: 1 King Street
www.lakechamplaincruises.com |
What is it? Perhaps one of the best ways to enjoy the
USA's sixth largest lake is to take a cruise with Vermont's top
Luxury Cruise boat, Northern Lights. There are a number of
different options available, from themed Dinner cruises (June to
August), brunch or lunch cruises daily, or scenic cruises (June to
October). Enjoy local music provided by live bands and enjoy a
dinner/dance on an entertainment cruise, or simply soak up the
beauty of the lake and its surrounds. Another option (though more
pedestrian) is to catch a ferry; see www.ferries.com or call
(801) 864 9804 for more information.
Hours of Operation:
Phone:Northern Lights Cruises: (801) 864 9669 |
Burlington
holidays - Top Events
1. Champlain Valley Fair
From 2007-08-25
To 2007-09-03
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What is it? Now in its 85th year, the Champlain Valley
Fair is a fun and affordable 10-day feast of live music from top
performers, shows, exciting rides, commercial exhibits,
agricultural displays and more. A particularly fun event for
families, the fair also includes food stalls and educational
activities for kids. It is possible to get right in the mix by
camping on site.
Where is it? Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl St, Essex
Junction |
2. Vermont Brewers Festival
From 2007-07-21
To 2007-07-22
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What is it? Running for over a decade, the Vermont
Brewers Festival is a chance for brewpubs and microbreweries from
Vermont, New York State and New England as a whole, to showcase
their craft brews. Set in the beautiful Waterfront Park, a tent
village plays host to hundreds of litres of the regions finest.
Entertainment, good food and plenty of beer are the order of the
day, celebrating not only America's Beer Month, but also the fact
that Vermont has more breweries per capita than any other state.
Specially printed tasting tickets are needed to sample the various
offerings.
Where is it? Waterfront Park |
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