| There are many attractive ski destinations to | | | | and is just as packed with things to do |
| choose from when the urge to hit the snow | | | | before or after snow season. Autumn reveals |
| comes upon you and your family, but | | | | the kind of colorful explosions that |
| sometimes, for whatever reason, it makes | | | | foliage-watchers dream about, and the |
| sense to stick to the East Coast. New | | | | crisp-but-not-yet-cold weather is perfect for |
| Hampshire has a surprising array of options, | | | | hiking and strolling through the town in |
| as skiing is actually the official state | | | | search of antiques and unique souvenirs. It's |
| sport. For a good taste of all that is | | | | also good cuddling weather, so bring your |
| offered in the White Mountains region, which | | | | honey along and catch up on some quality |
| includes winter sports and year-round | | | | snuggle time. |
| activities of all kind, take a look at | | | | |
| Bartlett. | | | | White Mountain National Forest makes a fine |
| | | | venue for warm weather pursuits that will |
| Bartlett is located on Attitash Mountain | | | | ignite your senses with the sights and sounds |
| amidst a wonderland of wintertime delights, | | | | of the earth and sky. Hike and bike on the |
| as Mount Washington Valley and North Conway | | | | web of paths the weave in and out of the |
| are known for being ideal vacation settings. | | | | ancient forests and rugged terrain. Hop |
| Many cozy towns dot this area and are | | | | aboard a canoe or squeeze into a kayak for a |
| equipped with shops, restaurants, recreation | | | | river or lake adventure, and be sure to note |
| facilities, and much more. Bartlett is one of | | | | the healthy glow that exists in the cheeks of |
| the shining stars, however, so focus your | | | | your companions. Several facilities are |
| energy here if you'd like an experience worth | | | | available that will rent out equipment and |
| remembering and repeating. | | | | provide basic instructions for all the |
| | | | weekend warrior types, so rest assured that |
| This region of the state might look familiar | | | | you'll be well-prepared for a good time. |
| when you first arrive because it has been | | | | |
| commonly captured by artists looking to | | | | After working up an appetite, be sure to |
| create pleasant scenes of country bliss and | | | | visit a café or tavern for a one-of-a-kind |
| natural beauty. Quaint covered bridges, | | | | meal. In addition to local theatre, dinner |
| folksy towns, and rolling hills that give way | | | | shows and special events, Irish pubs, jazz |
| to the magnificent mountains will quickly | | | | brunches and après-ski during the winters |
| boost your mood and make you feel a million | | | | all add magnetism to the area and will round |
| miles away from your previous | | | | out your Bartlett experience. |
| responsibilities. Enjoy the setting and get | | | | |
| ready to immerse yourself in these | | | | Another way to add dimension to this trip is |
| painting-worthy pictures. | | | | to reserve a vacation rental. There are many |
| | | | to choose from in this region, and their |
| As you speed down the slopes via skis or | | | | unique amenities, convenience to the slopes |
| snowboard or as you traverse a flatter | | | | and capacity for privacy make them intriguing |
| stretch of frosty land on snowshoes or | | | | options. Chalets, condos, ski lodges and town |
| snowmobile, you'll remember why winter | | | | homes are abundant and often offer special |
| vacations are so much fun. Not only are you | | | | deals and off-season rates, so consider |
| getting back in touch with Mother Nature, | | | | forgoing the traditional hotel experience in |
| you're also burning off a few calories | | | | favor of something new and different. |
| without an ounce of boredom and spending an | | | | |
| exhilarating day alongside the ones you love. | | | | Between your willingness to leave it all |
| Finish it off with a cup of cider and a | | | | behind and the Bartlett Vacation Rental that |
| session of roasting your toes in front of the | | | | awaits you, your upcoming trip to the |
| fireplace and it'll feel like life is pretty | | | | mountains of New Hampshire is sure to go |
| good. | | | | smoothly. Start preparing today, mentally and |
| | | | logistically, and be ready for a fabulous |
| Not that the only time to come here is the | | | | time. |
| winter; Bartlett is lovely during all seasons | | | | |