“Muddy Tracks” Getaway Draws Fun-seekers To Vermont For A Wild Mountain Ride

Rabbit Hill Inn offers it’s popular “Muddy Tracks” package to fun-seeking visitors in April & May. When ski season ends, North Country celebrates Mud Season. Rabbit Hill Inn introduces their guests to the old tradition of “Mud Boggin’” with a luxurious flare. The adrenaline begins to flow when they are strapped into the 6-wheel drive Swiss Army Pinzgauer transport vehicle for an adventurous ride up the muddy trails of Barron Mountain with a knowledgeable and trusted guide from Alpine Adventure Co. The vehicle seats 12, allowing inn guests to plan an exciting getaway with friends.

In addition to the wild Truck Safari Adventure, Guests benefit from an offering that includes reduced room rates, gourmet meals, 2 free Mud Puddle cocktails, service charges, and candlelit turndown service nightly.

The “Muddy Tracks” inclusive two-night package rates start at $ 589.00, per couple. This offer is available April 20 through May 17, 2007, weekends included.

Rabbit Hill Inn offers full concierge services to help guests customize their “Muddy Tracks” getaway. This includes individual day trip planning, in-room massage services, and extensive outdoor activity offerings

Rabbit Hill Inn is a AAA Four Diamond Inn and Dining Room and a proud member of Select Registry, Distinguished Inns of North America, and Distinctive Inns of New England. To learn more about this romantic luxury Inn (circa 1795), current seasonal menu, unique packages, and culinary getaways - visit their website at http://www.rabbithillinn.com/.

Manor On Golden Pond Cooking Experience

Culinary Classes by Executive Chef Aaron Hatfield
Holderness, NH; September 2005 – Cooking and food enthusiasts will not want to miss the Manor On Golden Pond’s, New Hampshire’s only Small Luxury Hotel of the World, new offering of culinary classes – Fork In The Road – led by Executive Chef Aaron Hatfield.

Participants can enhance culinary skills and learn to cook with the Manor’s professional team of chefs in a professional kitchen atmosphere. Each of the nine programs include: a two-day workshop (three-hours each day) with demonstrations and hands-on cooking for all participants. A selection of wine will be served with each dish prepared.

The weekend cooking class schedule is as follows:

Mar 9-10, 2007 New Hampshire Maple and Cheese
April 20-21, 2007 Lobster and Ginger Fused?
May 18-19,2007 Shrimp Gone Bananas

Enrollment is limited to six participants to ensure individual attention. Optional afternoon culinary-related activities may be offered in conjunction with some of the cooking classes. “Guest chefs” receive a recipe book and complimentary culinary gift courtesy of the Manor On Golden Pond.
Rates for the September class start at $760 for a Classic Room ($960 Fireplace; $1,025 Jacuzzi; and $1,150 for a Suite). Rates for the remaining classes start at $600 for a Classic Room ($750 Fireplace; $850 Jacuzzi; and $1,050 for a Suite). Price per couple includes: two nights accommodations, cooking class for one participant, full gourmet breakfast each morning, afternoon tea, and dinner each evening. An additional fee of $75 will be added if both traveling companions are participating in the Fork In The Road cooking program.

“By focusing on understanding the techniques and ingredients in recipes, we provide the home culinary enthusiast the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of a hobby they already enjoy. We help them develop their own personalized way of cooking and entertaining,” explained Chef Aaron Hatfield.
Whether you’re a wizard in the kitchen or a gourmet wanna-be, the Manor On Golden Pond’s Fork In The Road Cooking Program is the ideal way to enjoy a culinary vacation with some rest and relaxation and is always in good taste.

For additional information and to make reservations for the Fork In The Road program, contact The Manor On Golden Pond at 800-545-2141.