Maple Syrup and Springtime in New England
February 19, 2007. A weekend (or week) in a luxury vacation rental in New England could be the perfect spring getaway. Spring brings the production of maple sugar in the trees, an annual occurrence that marks the start of a new season. The Associated Press recently reported on the opportunities for a "sweet weekend" in the Northeast.
Chucklin Sugarworks in Vermont puts an interesting twist on its tree farm tour with horse-drawn carriages. In Massachusetts, the big festival takes place in Sturbridge, close to Boston, creating some interesting possibilities for a "town and country" vacation. The maple days also coincide with the spring migratory bird season on the coast of Maine.
As you can imagine, pancake breakfasts are all the rage this time of the year. What a great way to start an active day!
In the spring, many of the best ski areas may still be open high in the mountains, while the golf courses will beckon players down in the valleys. This is also a great time for hiking, for two reasons: without the dense canopies of leaves, the views remain open and the spring wildflowers cover the forest floors. We also love touring the idyllic small towns and shopping for antiques.
