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Plan Your Next Getaway To Manchester, VT But Don’t Do It Without Reading This First!

October 23, 2018
Travel

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Fashion. Food. Friends. Fall Foliage and tons of Fun. That pretty much describes the incredible girls’ getaway I just experienced in lovely Manchester, VT! I had never been to Vermont in the fall nor have I been away from my family or my daughter for more than 24 hours so this 3-day trip was filled with excitement and anticipation. And it was extra indulgent because thanks to Manchester Designer outlets sponsoring us style bloggers, it involved a shopping spree at their glorious outlets!

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They had me at shopping spree. (Or was it hello?! ) Just about a 3.5 hour drive from Manhattan, suddenly our concrete jungle views were replaced with breathtaking, fall foliage (and without an angry NY-er in sight!) Think mountains sprinkled with fiery vibrant colors, darling apple trees, picturesque river views, pretty pumpkin patches and PEACE.

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Photo credit: Getty Images

What a getaway! Every New Yorker NEEEEEDS this! It was amazing to let go of the chaos, hustle and bustle of Manhattan and the responsibilities of motherhood. Oops did I say that last part out loud?? Ehem, lets suffice it to say that this mommy really enjoyed the rest and relaxation. What a memorable way to soak in all the fall feels this season!

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Read on for all my tips on where to stay, what to do, what to eat, and who to bring. Oh wait, you can’t borrow my friends..sorry to say you will be hard-pressed to find travel partners as fun and fabulous as these… (pictured below are Suzanne from Gotham Love and Nicole from Mom Trends)

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Where to Stay

There are lots of places to witness the pinnacle of fall foliage ranging from AirBnBs (which is what we opted for), to beds and breakfasts, to your classic hotels. Next time I come back (and I do plan to return!), I’ll make sure to stay at Wilburton Inn where we enjoyed breakfast with a view.

This elegant hilltop estate, noted as one of the top 8 mansion hotels by CNN, offers such fun themed events (and you know how much I love a theme party!!!) Murder mystery weekend, anyone? Doggie slumber party and canine costume ball? They have it ALL!
257 Wilburton Drive. Manchester, VT. 802.362.2500

What to do

1. Manchester Designer Outlets. With ZERO sales tax on apparel and footwear on top of the already spectacular sales in Manchester, VT, you should know this will not be your average shopping trip! Expect heart-pounding deals that will make you want to shout from the rooftops.

Can you believe I bought a glam velvet tee AND a pair of tights for just $5.40? OMG YES!

Combine the unbelievable deals with the fact that the sales staff are so friendly, and helpful (no Pretty Woman shopping experience at any of the 40 stores here!) and you’ll never want to shop NY retail again! Here we are racing to some of our favorite stores: Kate Spade, JCrew, Ann Taylor, and Eileen Fisher.

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Click here for the Mom Trends video recap of our shopping adventures! And see the Marimekko tunic top that I paired with my Ann Taylor skirt (both purchased at the outlets) below!

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Did you know that Manchester Designer Outlets had the nation’s only Marimekko outlet?

2. Equinox Valley Nursery. We fulfilled ALL our fall fantasies by stopping by this one, family-owned, nursery and pumpkin patch. Trust me, THIS is where you go to check off your fall bucketlist. Hay ride? check. Fresh apple-cider doughnuts? check. Corn maze? check. Pumpkin patch? check. Barn, scarecrows and endless flower selection? Check check and check!

Wanna give everyone a major case of FOMO? Go here and take lots of pics. Your people will love and hate you for it. We Instagram-ed the HECK out of every corner and view because it was just that beautiful!

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See my saved videos for more autumn eye candy in my Instagram highlight reel here.

3. Biking. Grab your favorite people and hop on a bike. Manchester has everything for the leisurely riders who want simply to enjoy the view to something special for thrill-seekers who want to race down a mountain! Click here for more!

For more ideas on fun activities in and around the Manchester, VT area, click here.

What to eat

Ever go on a trip and totally luck out with being able to feast on the most flavorful foods? I felt this way thanks to those who organized this trip and their on point recommendations! Lucky for you, I’m passing them all on! Unlucky for me, my waistline now needs a workout! Here’s where to stop for a bite in Manchester, VT:

1. Seasons: Irresistible American food in the coziest of atmospheres that will have you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. Imagine enjoying a seasonal cocktail by their open fire pit here!
4566 Main St. (802) 362-7272

2. Copper Grouse Located within the beautiful Taconic hotel, the breakfast menu had something for everybody with “inventive takes on tavern fare.” Avocado toast was a huge hit as was the steel-cut oatmeal and fruit (shown below)!
3835 Main St. (802) 362-0176

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3. Depot 62: I’m a NY-er so when I say the pizza here is good, BELIEVE ME. That mushroom pizza was so freakin’ mouthwatering that I don’t even want to think of it as I write this at 1am in the morning lest I start salivating, break down and start scavenging through my fridge. Wood-fire oven. Enough said. Plus you’ll enjoy the funky home decor and exotic rugs since this is part eclectic furniture store.
515 Depot St. (802) 366-8181

4. Barrows House: Southern Vermont Hotel & Inn: This warm and welcoming venue was a wonderful dinner find. Everyone couldn’t stop raving about how delicious their food was! Plus, they specialize in special events (weddings included), are known for their outdoor dining and seem to have a happening bar too!
3156 VT-30, Dorset, VT 05251 (802) 867-4455

THANKS

Thanks to the wonderful company I had and that goes not just for the fabulous fashionistas that were participating in the incredible shopping getaway with me. I’m speaking of the entire crew from Mom Trends, Gale Branding, and Manchester Designer Outlets. Everyone was SUCH a delight to not only work with but simply BE with and that MADE the trip. What an honor it was to be chosen to participate in this memorable opportunity.

Make sure to follow me on Instagram, as I further showcase all my stylish finds, steals and deals from Manchester Designer Outlets!

Tell me in the comments below, what things are on YOUR must see and do checklist every fall!

5 Reasons To Vaca At Seadust Cancun

May 16, 2019
Life , Travel

Background

I’ve been a mom for 6 years and have only gone away on my own for a girls’ trip once and that was thanks to MomTrends who asked me to be one of the selected bloggers to participate in the sponsored Manchester outlet trip (recapped here). My husband had to let me take off for an all-expense, paid trip, right? (Anyone else also have to appeal to the bargain-hunting side of their significant other to get what they want?) A girls’ getaway is what every mom needs and deserves. So when MomTrends once again, gave me the opportunity to do another sponsored trip, this time to Cancun and to kickoff Mother’s day week, I couldn’t pass it up. I had been to Cancun once before, but never with a team of influencers and never to this all-inclusive, family resort, Seadust Cancun. It was an amazing trip and I’m happy to share my 5 reasons I think you too must check out Seadust Cancun!

1). It’s All-Inclusive!
All-inclusive vacations remove vacation planning stress by offering a packaged deal that contains most of what you need for a relaxing vacation (for a set per-person fee). Have you ever tried one? Never worry about losing your wallet on the beach, having enough change, or ordering that extra drink! It’s ALL-INCLUDED, people! Yes, even all the domestic and imported beverages are included. Can anyone say, “2nd rounds, please?!” This new way of living will have you feeling like a millionaire without a care in the world. Seriously. Top this no-payment system off with their trademark, service, and you’ll never want to leave this doting resort! Oh how hard it is to go back to reality and have to nickel and dime every little thing lol!

2). It’s JUST 15 minutes from the Cancun airport!

You know how you travel for hours internationally and cannot wait to dump your bags and stretch your legs in your hotel room? Remember how it feels to land only to realize that you still have to hunt down and wait for the correct train, find a taxi AND wait an additional 2 more hours to get to your destination? Vacation buzz killer, right? Not here. With Seadust Cancun, you’re only a 10-15 minute drive from your beachfront hotel. AHH now THAT’s a vacation!

Families will really appreciate this close proximity!! Cut the time you have to field those annoying “are we there yet” questions, cuz boom. You’re off the plane and you’re there! Easy peasy…now THAT’s PRICELESS!

3). Beautiful Views and beachfront property

Just look at these pictures. Need I say more? One of the main attractions Cancun has to offer is its brilliant Caribbean water and this hotel allows for full enjoyment of it. This property is right on the beach!! My mouth dropped the minute I walked into my oceanfront room. The supersized patio (which included an outdoor whirlpool bath) overlooked the pool, the beach, the water activities and endless crystal waters. I couldn’t take my eyes off this spectacular view..even the jaded traveler in me was impressed! The view was also shared by the pools, the outdoor bar, and many restaurants on premise. Our room felt enormous given the NY standards I’m used to, and I appreciated the giant bathroom, dressing area, wardrobe and vanity. It was just me in there but it felt so luxurious being able to spread out and feel like a queen! We took a tour of their hotel and learned that families can opt to have a bunk bed setup situated to fit an additional 3 kids with the parents in an adjacent room and bed! This is a huge plus for larger families!

4). Tons of delicious on-site dining

One of the greatest pleasures of being on vacation is exploring the food options, isn’t it (cuz calories don’t count on vacation, right??). And Seadust Cancun does not disappoint! With 11 restaurants and 10 bars on site, you might not even be able to eat your way through the whole hotel. We tried the Food Gallery, Le Maison Du Michelle, Atlantis, and El Maguey and enjoyed everything.

Selection and service were fantastic, atmosphere varied, and the food was yummy! They even had the most memorable, Instagram-able desserts! Now you see how they won me over, right?

5). Lots of family fun!

When not busy trying to devour all the tasty temptations in sight, you’ll have plenty of activities to work it off or unwind and simply relax (like I wanted to do!). The fitness minded, will enjoy the modern gym, zip-lining, water aerobics, mini-golf, the rock-climbing wall, tennis courts and water park options. (Yes, there’s actually a water park on premises!!)

For those looking to unwind, the spa, sauna, steam room AND baby, kids or teen club await you!! (Yes, you can drop off your kids all the way through 11pm if you like!) Now THAT’s a vacation!

Pin the opening image and save it to your travel files, cuz trust me, this is a place that you AND your family will enjoy!

PROMO CODE FOR YOU

Use code MOMTRENDS (The booking window is from May 13th 2019 through December 20th, 2020 and the travel window is from May 13th, 2019 through December 20th, 2020.) Blackout dates include: Sept. 13th – 15th 2019, Oct. 31st – Nov 2nd 2019, Nov. 13th – Nov. 15th 2019, Dec. 21st – Jan. 2nd 2020, and April 5th – 18th 2020.

Travel tip: Avoid traveling to Mexico during the extremely hot summer months if possible! You’ll be much happier on vaca if you don’t have to sweat through all those fabulous clothes you packed haha!

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This post was made possible by Seadust Cancun – thank you for hosting us! All opinions expressed are my own.

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