Question 1

What are the skiing options in the area?

Accepted Answer

Beginner and experienced skiers alike can take advantage of the resort’s proximity to Vermont’s best trails, with Bromley Mountain just 7 miles away and Stratton Mountain just 17 miles from the resort.
 
Bromley https://www.bromley.com/ (14 min drive)

Stratton https://www.stratton.com/ - Ikon Pass (27 min drive)

Magic Mountain https://magicmtn.com/ (26 min drive)

Okemo https://www.okemo.com/ Epic Pass (45 min drive)

Mount Snow https://www.mountsnow.com/ - Epic Pass (50 min drive)

Question 2

Not everyone in my family skis, what other activities are available?

Accepted Answer

Manchester and its surrounding area has so much to offer! Click here for an extensive list.

Question 3

What is the dining experience like?

Accepted Answer

Experience an unforgettable weekend of gourmet fine dining.  
 
Delight your senses with an opulent array of meticulously crafted dishes, artfully prepared by our renowned chefs using the finest ingredients.
 
Extensive buffet breakfast
Selection of packaged lunches and snacks to take on the mountain
Pre-Dinner snacks and hot cocoa
4-course plated gourmet dinner
24 Hour fully stocked Tea Room

Question 4

What Hashgacha are you using?

Accepted Answer

Our program will be supervised by Rabbi Tzvi Altusky from Vaad Kashrus Mehadrin. Vaad Kashrus Mehadrin is a member of AKO – Association Of Kashrus Organizations. For more information go to www.koshervaad.com or contact Rabbi Altusky at 917.207.2131

Question 5

Will there be Minyanim?

Accepted Answer

Yes! There will be daily Minyanim at the Hotel.

Question 6

What can I expect on Shabbos?

Accepted Answer

We have everything you need for an enjoyable and uplifting Shabbos experience!

You can expect a pleasant Bal Tefilah, inspiring lectures by Rabbi Bezalel Rudinsky and a grand Motzei Shabbos Kumsitz with Eli Levin.

On the culinary side, we offer a Toameah buffet Erev Shabbos, 4 course gourmet Seudos, breakfast, grand sit down kiddush/lunch, Shalosh Seudah and lavish Melava Malka.

There will be a day care/day camp Shabbos afternoon.

Question 7

What kind of programming do you offer?

Accepted Answer

You can expect a variety of nightly entertainment such as a Kumsitz, Lectures, paint night etc.

For the kids we have magicians, puppet shows, clown shows and more

S'MORES BY THE FIREPIT - S'mores Kits will be available in the tea room

Question 8

How do I get to the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa?

Accepted Answer

Drive:  Manchester, VT is a close 3.5 hour drive from the GW bridge
 
Fly: The nearest airports:

RUT - Rutland, VT - 25.7 miles

ALB - Albany, NY - 47.5 miles (recommended)

MHT - Manchester, NH - 84.6 miles

BDL - Hartford, CT - 88.1 miles

BTV - Burlington, VT - 90.8 miles

Question 9

Is there a Pool and Fitness Center?

Accepted Answer

The Equinox offers a large, heated indoor pool, outdoor hot tubs and a fitness club with group classes and the latest equipment to help you maintain your healthy lifestyle during your visit to Manchester. 
 
There will be separate pool hours for Men and Women in the evening.
 
Fitness Classes are available by reservation only. Class size is limited. Please call the Fitness Center directly at 802-362-7881 to make a reservation.
The Fitness Center is open 24 hours.

Question 10

What about a Spa?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The luxury resort spa features 10 treatment rooms and an array of services. For more info go to www.equinoxresort.com/luxury_vt_spa
 
Hours: 8am - 8pm Daily
 
Book your Spa Appointment by contacting the Spa Front Desk at 802-362-7881. We advise to book treatments as soon as possible, as appointments are limited.
Separate sauna and steam rooms for men and women are available daily 8am - 8pm.

Question 11

What Amenities are Included?

Accepted Answer

The hotel offers free parking and free Wifi as well as:
▫️ A large heated indoor pool
▫️ Sauna & Steam room (separate for Men and Women)
▫️ Outdoor jacuzzi 
▫️ Game room for the kids
▫️ On-site ice skating rink (bring your own skates)
▫️ On-site Sledding (hotel provides sleds)
▫️ Business center
▫️ 24 hour Fitness Room

Question 12

Is there a fridge in my room?

Accepted Answer

Standard rooms do not include a fridge. Please contact us if you require a fridge.

Question 13

Do you offer babysitting?

Accepted Answer

There will be a daycare for ages 2-5 (operated by Kosher Winter Resort)

In addition, Most of the ski resorts have childcare service options.
Mount Snow - https://tinyurl.com/snowcare
Stratton - https://www.stratton.com/plan-your-trip/childcare
Okemo - https://tinyurl.com/okemocare

Question 14

Ski rentals

Accepted Answer

All the ski resorts offer ski rentals at the base of the mountain.

We negotiated a special rate of $40/Day with Bradley's for our guests.

Bradley's Pro Shop Ski & Bike (6 min drive from Equinox)
2012 Depot St
Manchester, VT 05255
(802) 367-3118

For Ski rentals delivered to the hotel click the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/skibutler

Question 15

Where can I get Ski or Snowboard lessons?

Accepted Answer

The Ski & Snowboard School at Bromley continues to prove itself as one of the strongest and most respected teaching programs in the business.
Bromley - only Sunday (https://www.bromley.com/lessons/first-timer-packages/)

Other Ski Schools:
Stratton: (https://www.stratton.com/plan-your-trip/ski-snowboard-lessons) 
Okemo: (https://www.okemo.com/plan-your-trip/ski-and-ride-lessons.aspx?pcg=all) 
Mount Snow: (https://www.mountsnow.com/plan-your-trip/ski-and-ride-lessons/category/child.aspx)

Question 16

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

If a cancellation is made more than 45 days prior to arrival, a full refund will be issued. Cancellations made 14-45 days prior to arrival will receive a 50% refund.

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