Getaway Vacations Blog

Thinking about bringing your furry friend along on your next family vacation to the outdoor playground of Killington, VT? While your pup (and presumably your cat, too) may not be able to join you on the ski slopes, there is still plenty to do with your best friend. So don’t hesitate to bring them along, especially with the Vermont pet-friendly lodgings at GetAway Vacations! Outside Your Vermont Pet-Friendly Lodgings The...

Surrounded by the majestic Green Mountains, Killington, VT is rich with stunning vistas, incredible scenery, and sweeping views of forested hills and snowy peaks. No matter when you choose to stay in the convenient and comfortable accommodations at GetAway Vacations, you can be sure that easy access to all of this natural beauty is just minutes away. So come for the fall colors, enjoy the winter skiing, or visit us...

Whether you and your clan head to the pristine mountains of Killington, VT during the epic winter ski season or to enjoy the lazy summer days, this beautiful alpine retreat has plenty more to offer than fabulous skiing. No matter when you visit, there is plenty of excitement and family-friendly Killington activities year-round. The Adventure of a Lifetime Located on the slopes of Snowshed Mountain at Killington Resort, the Adventure...

In Killington, we do things at our own pace, in our own way. So, as you might expect, spring does not mean the end of our winter fun. It just means it is the start of a new season of adventure. So even as the calendar flips to March and April, you have plenty of exciting activities and lively festivals to look forward to in and around Killington. What are...

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you might be racking your brain trying to think of something special to do for that incredible person in your life. You’ve thought of chocolates, roses, teddy bears, and dinners, but it’s just missing that spark. You want something that will be memorable and set the bar for all Valentine’s Days for years to come. We have just the thing: Why not escape...

2017 has drawn to a close, and you may find yourself reminiscing about the past 12 months and anticipating the next 12. This past year was a busy one, and now that the holidays are over, you may be feeling tired, overwhelmed, and in need of a good vacation. Well, what better way is there to start the new year than a vacation in a charming and comfortable cottage or...

Killington ski vacations are perfect because the area is home to some of the best skiing conditions and slopes in all of the New England area. Whether you are an avid pro who makes his or her life on the mountainside or a newbie looking to carve up the mountain for the first time, it might be a little tricky to navigate all that Killington has to offer. Let’s go...

What is it about the common pizza that makes you feel as if all the world’s problems could be solved if everyone just sat down over their favorite pie and a glass of beer or wine? It’s difficult to be angry and pompous when you have a cheese string hanging from your mustache or chin, and when your belly is full of cheesy goodness, your attitude becomes full of good...

No matter where you choose to celebrate, Thanksgiving is a holiday filled with emotion. This is the time of year where you begin to realize just how much you have to be thankful for, and we don’t judge you for any tears that may be shed! Unfortunately, the stresses that can accompany this wonderful holiday can often push away the gratitude, with resentment and anger moving to the forefront—especially if...

Vermont is a state that comes alive in the fall, with trees so colorful they take your breath away at first sight. You might expect that leaf tours are some of our most popular tours; well, you would be right! But in Killington, we are so much more than that. Killington is the type of place you want to spend time getting to know, and the tours of the town...

Many people talk about all of the fun things to do and see in Killington during the summer and winter months, but what about autumn—the gorgeous season in between? Killington has so much to offer for visitors year-round, and the fall season is no exception. Below, we’ve put together a list of just a handful of the reasons why we love fall and some of the best things to do...

You don’t need to travel to Munich for a great Oktoberfest celebration. Since 2015, Killington Resort has celebrated German culture with an Oktoberfest extravaganza, one of our favorite Killington VT events! Listen to fantastic live music, indulge in some delicious brats, and (of course) enjoy refreshing German beer. Oktoberfest is typically held the second weekend of October and lasts for two days. So grab a beer stein and pull up...