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Canadians Vermont's Northeast Kingdom promises remote, unspoiled wilderness with great natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and a broad array of outdoor recreation options. Our region is an easily accessible, four-season, safe and friendly destination for international travelers. Northeast Kingdom Travel and Tourism provides information services to visitors, press, tour operators and travel agents including brochures, maps, and vacation package options. For information on planning your visit, please refer to the resources and planning tips listed. Currency Exchange Foreign currency and traveler's checks can be exchanged at most Vermont banks. ATMs (automated teller machines) are numerous throughout the state. Most belong to international networks so international visitors can access their funds from home. Driving While most non-U.S. driver's licenses are acceptable, it is best to bring an international driver's license. Children under 18 years of age must ride restrained by a seat belt or in a safety seat while traveling in a motor vehicle. The speed limit on the interstate systems and turnpikes is 65 miles an hour (104 kilometers). Elsewhere limits range from 25-55 miles per hour (40-88 kilometers). You may turn right at stoplights after stopping unless otherwise noted. Drinking and driving are heavily regulated and may result in sever penalties. Car Rental Some rental companies require a foreign license and an international driver's license, which must be obtained before arriving in the U.S. The age limit to rent a car is 25 years old. Electricity 110 volts, 60 cycles. Appliances made for other electrical systems will require a transformer or other adapter. Gratuities and Taxes In Vermont, gratuities for service personnel (wait staff, chambermaids, bellhops, etc.) are not usually included. While you should use your good judgment to compensate the service staff according to the service received, gratuities for food and beverage service are normally 15 - 20%; chambermaids $1 per room, per night, per person on stays over one night; bellhops $1 per bag. Please note, however, there is 9% tax on Rooms & Meals, i.e., on lodging stays of less than 90 days (including condominiums) and food served in a restaurant, or take-away food costing more than $1. Weather and What to Wear Dress in the Northeast Kingdom is decidedly informal and practical clothing prevails. Shoes should be low-heeled and designed to navigate unpaved parking lots, the norm in the Kingdom. The weather, like that throughout New England, can be changeable. A good rule of thumb is that the farther north or higher in altitude you go, the cooler the temperature. Fall Fall brings a welcome airy crispness to the Kingdom. During September and October, temperature in the daytime range from 50-70 F (10-21 C) and at night can sink to a frosty 30 F (-1 C). Bring a mix of comfortable, casual clothes: trousers or skirts for women with long-sleeve, breathable fabric shirts or blouses along with a jacket or sweater. It is also a good idea to bring a light-weight coat or vest to ward off brisk breezes. Neat, casual attire is recommended for dinner. Jacket and tie are not required for dinner. If you plan on hiking, include sturdy, rubber soled shoes as leather soles will be too slippery. Blaze orange is recommended when walking in remote areas during hunting season. Winter Snow is in abundance in the NEK and temperatures sink to below freezing for December through to March where daily averages range from 3-28 F (-16 to -2 C). Dressing in multiple, light-weight layers is the key to keeping warm in the rugged NEK winters. For skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, skating, ice climbing, or any other outdoor enthusiast, the goal is to stay warm and dry. Layering allows you to shed and add clothing as conditions or your exertion levels change. Start with long underwear that can wick moisture from the skin and move it away. A waterproof outdoor shell over fleece, with fleece weight varying depending on temperature, will help insulate you from the cold. Frostbite happens when skin is exposed to temperatures below the freezing point. Guard vunerable extremities like fingers, toes and your nose with adequate coverage. Mittens are warmer than gloves, a full- face balaclava protects the sensitive face and warm boots are a must for extreme winter weather. Spring Weather is fickle here in the spring and can range from snow showers to balmy warm days. Water-proof fabics will keep you dry during the wet spring months of April and May. A good raincoat with hood, preferable made with Gore-Tex, will give you degrees of waterproofing and breathability. Insect repellant is recommended. Summer The lazy, hazy days of summer in the kingdom offer locals and visitor alike the opportunity to bask in the sun. Temps on average fall between 55 and 79 F (13 to 26 C). The Green Mountains help keep humidity low so days are balmy and evening cool down. For instance, while summer days can be warm, bring additional warm clothing to layer on as needed in higher elevations. | ||||||||
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Northeast Kingdom Travel & Tourism Association PO Box 212, East Burke, VT 05832 Tel: 802-626-8511 (voice), 802-626-8803 (fax), Toll Free: 800-884-8001 E-mail: info@travelthekingdom.com |
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