Stay to Stay Weekends

Stay to Stay Weekends are exploratory vacations designed for people who are interested in moving to Vermont. During a weekend away to the Green Mountains, networking events provide opportunities to connect with employers, realtors, community leaders, entrepreneurs, and potential neighbors who can provide insight about relocating to Vermont.

Here’s how Stay to Stay Weekends work:

Select a Stay to Stay Weekend from the dates below in the region of the state you would like to visit.

Your Stay to Stay Weekend begins with a welcome reception hosted by a local chamber of commerce or young professionals network on Friday evening. You’ll chat with community and business leaders, as well as others looking to relocate to Vermont. Saturday and Sunday are unscheduled, allowing you to explore the region and experience the local community as a potential Vermonter.

For those with Friday conflicts or looking to do some skiing or riding at nearby ski resorts, Stay to Stay Ski Weekends are a great option for you. During Stay to Stay Ski Weekends, the welcome reception takes place Saturday evening at the ski resort after enjoying a day on the snow.

Monday morning you’ll have the option to meet with hiring managers and employer representatives, tour the area with realtors, or visit co-working and generator spaces.

2019 DATES AND LOCATIONS

February

• Bennington – 2/22 to 2/25 (Ski Weekend hosted at Bromley Mountain Resort)
• Brattleboro – 2/22 to 2/25 (Ski Weekend hosted at Mount Snow Resort)

March

• Rutland – 3/1 to 3/4 (Ski Weekend hosted at Killington Resort)

April

• Burlington – 4/12 to 4/15
• Rutland – 4/26 to 4/29

June

• Bennington – 6/14 to 6/17
• Brattleboro – 6/14 to 6/17
• Rutland – 6/21 to 6/24

August

• Bennington – 8/9 to 8/12
• Brattleboro – 8/9 to 8/12
• Rutland – 8/9 to 8/12

October

• Rutland – 10/18 to 10/21
• Bennington – 10/25 to 10/28
• Brattleboro – 10/25 to 10/28

November

• Burlington – 11/8 to 11/11

BURLINGTON

Compact and beautiful, Burlington is home to a thriving arts scene, creative entrepreneurship, great shopping, three colleges and a university, and a full range of four-season outdoor pursuits.

BRATTLEBORO

Overlooking the Connecticut River, this downtown is lined with buildings that house galleries, restaurants, shops, breweries, and a 1938 art deco hotel and movie theater.

THE SHIRES OF VERMONT

Bennington and Manchester are located in the beautiful region between the Taconic Range and the Green Mountains. 

RUTLAND

Welcome to the real Rutland County — a colorful combination of country roads, quaint villages, and historic downtown centers in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains.

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Questions About Stay to Stay?

Thinking about signing up for a Stay to Stay Weekend but have some questions first? Please read these frequently asked questions.

The cost will vary depending on which accommodation you select. To qualify for the program, guests book their own 3-night stay at a commercial lodging property to gain access to the networking receptions, employer visits, and connections with community leaders who can facilitate your relocation to Vermont.

Can I sign up for the Stay to Stay weekend if I am not a U.S. resident?

The Stay to Stay Weekend is not an immigration or work visa program. Citizens of foreign countries interested in traveling, living or working in Vermont need to secure the appropriate visa from the U.S. State Department. You can find more information here.

I read about Vermont paying people $10,000 to move there. How can I apply?

The Remote Worker Grant Program officially began accepting applications January 1, 2019. Please visit ThinkVermont.com for program information including frequently asked questions, applications, and instructions.

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