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Old 10-10-2007, 08:44 AM
 
Location: Vermont
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Which are the best towns in Vermont for people without children at home? I would guess the best towns are the ones with the most to do, the biggest population of childless people and the most tolerance of singles and couples who are not raising children.

My guesses would be Burlington, Montpelier, Brattleboro and maybe Middlebury. But I am from out of state, so these are only guesses.
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Old 10-10-2007, 09:24 AM
 
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Burlington for all ages. Montpelier, Bratt & Middlebury for "older" folks.
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Old 10-10-2007, 10:28 AM
 
Location: Vermont, trying to escape
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St. Albans, Winooski, and Burlington for pretty much ANYTHING.
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Old 10-10-2007, 03:08 PM
 
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Hands down, Burlington. Montpelier, Brattleboro, and Middlebury are a long 2nd place... though if I had to choose between my 2nd placers, I'll pick Middlebury because of the proximity to the college.
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Old 10-11-2007, 05:35 AM
 
Location: Vermont
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Burlington for all ages. Montpelier, Bratt & Middlebury for "older" folks.
What do you mean by "older"? "Older" as in over 40, over 50, over 60, over 65, etc?

Actually, I've read that Burlington is considered an up-and-coming city for retirees. There was a blurb on it in the AARP magazine, in an article, I think, about best towns to retire to.
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Old 10-11-2007, 06:46 AM
 
Location: Vermont
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By older I mean 30s & up. People in their 20s are still usually into going out and socializing in bars etc with other people their age and Burlington is great for that. Once you hit your 30s, priorities start changing generally. Middlebury, Bratt & Montpelier have more to offer for those who prefer non-bar activities.
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Old 10-11-2007, 10:54 AM
 
Location: Denver, CO
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By older I mean 30s & up. People in their 20s are still usually into going out and socializing in bars etc with other people their age and Burlington is great for that. Once you hit your 30s, priorities start changing generally. Middlebury, Bratt & Montpelier have more to offer for those who prefer non-bar activities.
Burlington does have a lot of art, theater, dining, and family oriented opportunities as well, if you know where to look. I think there's a "things to do in Burlington" list on the forum already though.
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Old 10-11-2007, 10:57 AM
 
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Oops...just read my post and realized I made it sound like Burlington doesnt have a lot to offer for culture, etc. Goatwoodward, you're right on.
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Old 10-11-2007, 12:12 PM
 
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By older I mean 30s & up. People in their 20s are still usually into going out and socializing in bars etc with other people their age and Burlington is great for that. Once you hit your 30s, priorities start changing generally. Middlebury, Bratt & Montpelier have more to offer for those who prefer non-bar activities.
Over 30 is "older" folks? I understand where you're coming from, but:



I must be getting old.
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Old 10-11-2007, 12:49 PM
 
Location: Vermont
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LOL Arel. I'm getting old too
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