Lodging

Journey to Killington, Vermont for the Fall Foliage

“Autumn is a second spring, when every leaf is a flower.” – Albert Camus

You may recall the opening scene of “The Bob Newhart Show” depicting a vignette of a small Vermont town festooned in its colorful autumnal foliage. That image is quintessential Vermont in the fall. It’s no wonder that folks faithfully pilgrimage to Vermont every year to witness its kaleidoscope of fall colors.

Killington Mountain Resort is a popular destination for many of these travelers seeking the ideal place to experience the Green Mountain State’s autumn festival of colors. Situated in the heart of the Green Mountains, Killington is a year-round mountain paradise. However, it is in the fall when the Killington landscape comes alive with a palette of fiery reds, radiant yellows, and glowing oranges. The resort offers a number of venues with which to absorb the bright scenery while taking advantage of great off-season deals.

One memorable way to enjoy the Vermont fall foliage is on a mountain bike. Killington offers over 30 miles of great bike trails with a variety of experience levels from beginner to advanced. You’ll find everything you’ll need at Killington’s popular bike park for your fall biking adventure. The resort’s full-service bike park offers great savings on mountain bike packages. Killington’s expert outfitters will match each rider with the right fit. Lift ticket packages are also available to transport you to the mountaintop. For those of us who may need a little extra help, electric bikes are also available.

For the purists among us, there is no better way to enjoy Vermont’s multi-colored canopy than a trek on one of Killington’s many hiking trails. The biggest advantage of walking is that it leaves your hands free to capture all of the spectacular scenery with your camera. Three great hiking destinations to suggest are Deer Leap Trail located only minutes from Mountain Green Resort. Thundering Falls which is a 15-minute ride from the resort and features the 6th largest waterfall in the state, and nearby Kent Pond which is located along the Appalachian Trail. One of the best ways to view the autumn scenery is from the birds-eye view of a ski lift. Killington offers a seasonal 50% off for ski lift tickets.

There is an array of lodging choices ranging from budget-conscience motels to palatial condos. For more information on lodging deals, visit our Killington area for the best of the deals. The area also hosts a diverse range of eateries and micro-breweries to please every palate and pocketbook. Be sure to book early to take advantage of great savings. For more information on great deals, contact us.

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake

Tucked away in the North West Corner of bucolic Montana lies Whitefish Lake Lodge, a true mountain resort reminiscent of days gone by. Located on the shore of Whitefish Lake, this ornate lodge harkens back to a time when America’s wealthy sought out such places to commune with nature in a private setting. One could imagine icons of industry such as Mellon, Carnegie, and Rockefeller sitting by the oversized fireplace sipping a brandy.

Yet, this luxury resort is very much in reach of us mere mortals where each guest is treated like a king. The serene setting is situated in one of Montana’s most beautiful areas in the entire state at Whitefish Lake. First class amenities serve to satisfy the most discerning traveler. Best of all, you don’t need to be a robber baron to live the good life at this lodge. Great savings are available on amenities that only enhance your stay. The Lodge is less than 30 minutes away from Glacier National Park. The perks just keep coming at the Lodge at Whitefish Lake!

Photo Courtesy of Whitefish Lodge

Whitefish Lodge offers a Spa & Stay package at its luxury facility with services that include therapeutic massage, facial, body treatment, waxing, manicure and more. Treat your significant other and yourself to a rejuvenating massage while never leaving your room! The masseuse will come to you. The Spa & Stay package includes two 50 minute massages or two $100 spa credits and one night’s lodging in the room type of your choice.

Feel more like hitting the links? Whitefish hosts the best golf course hands down in Montana. Golf Magazine ranked the course as “one of the best 50 courses in the world.” The package gets you a round of Golf with cart at your choice of Whitefish Lake Golf Club, Meadow Lake, Northern Pines, Buffalo Hill or any other Northwest Montana Golf Association course. Make your summer getaway a hole in one with a golf package that includes lodging, golf and shuttle Service starting at $227.

Whitefish Lodge also has great amenities with the lake. With a full-service marina is just steps away from your accommodation. You can take a private tour on the lodge’s 31-foot custom cruiser, or go out on your own boat rental. Fish the lake for legendary trout or try out stand-up paddleboarding. Rent a jet ski and have some fun at Whitefish!

That’s not all. Join the Peaks Club or sign up for our newsletter and benefit from more great savings on lodging and activities such as white water rafting, excursions, entertainment, dining and much more! Live like a king on a serf’s budget this summer as you enjoy a paradise on earth in beautiful Whitefish, Montana. For more information on these great deals, contact us.

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