Mountain Biking in Vermont’s Upper Valley As we enthusiastically greet summer’s long-awaited arrival, it’s impossible not to ponder the many wondrous outdoor adventures readily available in the Upper Valley, Vermont’s idyllic gully of romance. With operations gradually returning to semi-normalcy, we expect an influx of nature enthusiasts in the coming months who value the […]
Author: Ben Rueter
The Norwich Inn: An Idyllic Wellness Retreat in New England
The Norwich Inn: An Idyllic Wellness Retreat in New England Researching, planning, and executing a wellness retreat in New England takes years of experience and practice. However, the friendly folks here at The Norwich Inn are here to help piece together a healthy, thoughtful getaway into Vermont’s sprawling Upper Valley. The Upper Valley itself […]
Support a Historic Microbrewery in Vermont during COVID-19
Support a Historic Microbrewery in Vermont during COVID-19 As Americans strongly surge together through the peak of one of the worst global pandemics in history, it’s hard not to peer ahead to a time of normalcy. One thing is for sure: Coronavirus will change the way that we travel in the coming months, perhaps […]
The 5 Prettiest Vermont Waterfalls
The 5 Prettiest Vermont Waterfalls It’s no secret that Vermont boasts a gorgeous, biodiverse landscape. Thus, throughout summer and autumn, hundreds of thousands of nature enthusiasts flock into the Upper Valley to explore the region’s dense forestry in search of heart-stopping mountain overlooks, rolling countrysides, hidden covered bridges, and, of course, quintessential Vermont waterfalls. […]
The Upper Valley’s Prettiest Scenic Overlooks
The Upper Valley’s Prettiest Scenic Overlooks A common mid-day activity for visiting nature enthusiasts here in the Upper Valley is the unending search for the prettiest scenic overlook. Depending on where you live, you might call it a “vista point,” “scenic lookout,” or “scenic point.” Regardless, the Upper Valley is home to dozens of […]
A Beer Lover’s Bucket List: 6 Must-Visit Vermont Breweries
A Beer Lover’s Bucket List: 6 Must-Visit Vermont Breweries Despite showcasing only 66 taprooms, Vermont has the most breweries per capita in America, according to the Brewers Association. So, it should come as no surprise that the Green Mountain State also produces the largest amount of craft beer per adult, which, in turn, had […]
Visit Dartmouth College Special
The Norwich Inn is ideally located for your college exploration to visit Dartmouth College. Just off I-91, we about 1.3 miles from the center of Campus. Enjoy the true New England historic inn experience complete with a $25 dining credit at the Inn and a $25 gift card to the Dartmouth Coop for your […]
A Visitor’s Guide to the Upper Valley
A Visitor’s Guide to the Upper Valley The Upper Valley, which covers acreage in both Vermont and neighboring New Hampshire, remains a historical, adventurous, and undeniably charming four-season destination. Travelers return time and time again to bask in the natural beauty, indulge in the sophistication, and learn more about the region’s absorbing historical significance. […]
Explore the Upper Valley: Top 3 Museums in Vermont
Explore the Upper Valley: Top 3 Museums in Vermont The state of Vermont was granted statehood in March of 1791, nearly 230 years ago. So, as you can imagine, the Green Mountain State is chock-full of absorbing history, old-world landmarks, and an array of museums. Interestingly enough, The Norwich Inn’s timeline also dates back […]
The 9 Prettiest Covered Bridges in Vermont
The 9 Prettiest Covered Bridges in Vermont Vermont is brimming with history as its statehood was granted all the way back in 1791. And in the late 1830s, covered bridges began to “pop up” in various regions, most notably in the densely-forested Upper Valley. There’s something magically romantic and undeniably picturesque about a […]