If you’re looking for peak New England charm, Vermont’s got all the covered bridges and winding roads you could want. It’s a smaller state with tons of local character, and you’ll feel it in everything from its cosy B&Bs to its Michelin-starred farm-to-table restaurants. Vermonters are masters of the small batch after all, with more than 60 craft breweries and countless farm stores packed with artisanal cheeses, jams, and freshly tapped maple syrup. The best part: There’s never a bad time to go—winter draws snowboarders and skiers to faves like Stowe and Killington, while spring and summer reveal the lush (rightly named) Green Mountains, sandy beaches of Lake Champlain, and stunning views of Quechee Gorge.