Official Guide to Stowe Vermont: Hotels, Skiing Vacations � Resorts , Lodging, Dining, Spa

Great Snow. Great Values. Easy Drive. Yes, for The Holidays, in Stowe.

Stowe and our classic 200-year-old New England village are decked out for the holidays. We still have rooms available. Some great values, all within an easy drive of major markets like Boston, New York City, and Montreal. Temps are predicted to be in the twenties with snow for the next ten days, and Stowe is gearing up for some great on-and off-mountain activities. There�s still time for pre-and post-holiday shopping: Shop Savor Sip & Ski offers discounted lift tickets and puts you on track for FREE skiing, plus the opportunity to win some great prizes, now until January 4. Join us at one of our Events while you�re here, and get in the Holiday Mood! Check for great deals: LODGING

Tue, Jan 6th
Trapp Family Lodge 40th Anniversary Celebration

Trapp Family Lodge 40th Anniversary Celebration of the Cross Country Ski Center Our resort welcomes guests and locals to a week of celebratory events. Find out more here

Mon, Jan 19th
The 35th Stowe Winter Carnival

Mon, Jan 19th - Sun, Jan 25th The 35th Stowe Winter Carnival celebrates 2009 as we highlight many reasons why people visit our winter wonderland land of Stowe. From January 19 to January 25, Stowe shines with 10+ major activities for both young and old, from zany sports events, Ice Carving Competitions, movies, Kids Carnival Kaos and the infamous Village Night Block Party. www.stowewintercarnival.com/

Tue, Jan 6th
Sleigh Rides at Trapp Family Lodge (Sterling Mountain Farm)

Sat - Sun - Mon : Large Sleigh / Group Rides. $15 Adult & $10 Child 3 and under are FREE! 10AM - Noon, 1PM - 4PM no reservation required 4PM and 4:30PM Private Group by reservation $150 for up to 10 adults Rides every half hour. Tues - Thurs - Fri - Sat : Vis-a-vis Sleigh Rides 3PM - 7PM - by reservation. $55 per couple ($55 minimum charge) $15 per child - 3 and under are FREE. Rides every half hour. * please make reservations or cancellations by noon - day of ride. President's Week Feb 14th - 22nd HOLIDAY RATES Large Sleigh runs every day $20 adult, $15 children Small Vis-a-vis runs every evening $60 per couple, $15 per child (2 teams will be here) Same time schedule as above for each sleigh For all private Rides call 802-253-8511

Peace Pups Dogsledding

Peace Pups Dogsledding offers the convenience of dogsledding right at Stowe Mountain Resort on mid week evenings. We run from the base of the Toll Road near the Inn at the Mountain on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00. Evening tours are booked and scheduled through the resort by calling #802-253-3656. If you are in the area on the weekend we also offer day tours in Lake Elmore on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:00, 12:00 and 2:00. For more information and pricing or to book a day tour please visit http://www.peacepupsdogsledding.com or call #802-888-7733. We encourage booking in advance since we tend to fill our tour times quickly. We are committed to staying a small tour business with an emphasis on personal attention to our dogs and our customers. Evening Tour Special: Through out the winter we offer $10.00 off per sled for guests staying at the Inn at The Mountain & Condominiums and Stowe Mountain Lodge.

Stowe, at Night, Stowe Lantern Tours

Holiday Season Schedule 2008 - A professional guide narrates the entire walk by entertaining the group with legendary ghost stories and Stowe history. Come spend an evening on the leisurely half mile walk, and carry an authentic replica of an 18th century barn lantern to help ward off the countless ghosts! All tours begin at 6pm Sat Dec 20, Tues Dec 23, Mon Dec 29, Tues Dec 30, Fri Jan 2, Sat Jan 3 Call for reservations 802-244-1173 or E-mail for reservations: Newf1Ted@aol.com Find out more . . .

Sun, Jan 11th
PHaT (Protect your Head at All Times) Program

PHaT (Protect your Head at All Times) Program Starts On: 1/11/09 Ends On: 1/11/09 Location:Mansfield Base Lodge Time: 9am - 2pm Check-in at the PHaT table for a chance to win a helmet!

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Chat With Our Staff to find out what is going on in Stowe. Tips that only local people can give you on everything from the best places to eat, shop, play and stay. Ensure a memorable trip to Stowe, Vermont today by talking to a local expert. You can call and speak to a live person at 1-877-467-8693 or chat by clicking here. See you in Stowe!

Snowshoe and Ice Cream, Too!

Open every day through 12/30! A professional guide takes you on a half-hour tour in the woods near the Ben & Jerry's Waterbury factory, then enjoy a half-hour ice cream factory tour and samples of Vermont's finest ice cream! Price includes the factory tour! This trip combines two Vermont classics: TUBBS Snowshoes and Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream! Our professional staff will guide you on a half hour snowshoe tour through the beautiful woodlands at Ben & Jerry's factory. The terrain is easy but varied and fun. After snowshoeing, come inside for a half hour ice cream factory tour, learn how Ben & Jerry's is made and sample some of Vermont's finest!

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