7 charming destinations for a classic New England ski getaway

Stowe, Vermont

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Does the ski town make or break your ski trip? Maybe not, but being in a beautiful mountain town can add so much to your alpine getaway.

After a big day on the slopes, you might want to enjoy a little après-ski at a happening pub, maybe poke around local boutiques or walk the snow covered streets of a picturesque town while deciding where to dine with your mountainous appetite. On ski mornings, what’s better than a fresh brewed coffee and baked goods at a cozy café? After that, maybe you’ll grab your sharply tuned and waxed skis from a local shop on your way to the slopes? Sounds pretty perfect.

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Above are some classic New England ski towns, with postcard charm right down to the covered bridges and church steeples

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