Idaho Wine Trails: Snake River Valley AVA
Boise is in the heart of the Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho’s largest wine region. There are several wine districts and wine trails to sip in.
Author: Elaine Schoch
Elaine Schoch is an award-winning travel writer, wine judge, American Wine Specialist and certified by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET II). At Carpe Travel she shares wine travel destination guides for ALL WINE LOVERS – from novices to experienced pros – to help them plan their wine adventures, arming them with insider tips, must-visit spots, and things to see and do beyond the vines.
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The Best Texas Hill Country Wineries to Sip in
The Texas Hill Country has become top wine destination to visit. Carpe Travel has rounded up the best Texas Hill Country wineries to visit for your getaway.
Redefining Traveling with Booster Seats: Mifold Grab and Go Booster Seat Review
Carpe Travel editor’s review of the Mifold, portable booster seat along with feedback from what the kids think.
Packing Strategies Every Traveler Should Know…and Use
Everyone needs a refresher on packing strategies, especially for longer trips. Here are some fundamental packing strategies to apply.
Check-In: Turtle Bay Resort, Oahu
Luxury, seclusion, nature at its finest – all on Oahu’s fabled North Shore Aloha! On our first trip to the Hawaiian Islands we visited both the island of Oahu and the Big Island. Prior to our visit The Husband made one request for our first stop on Oahu – “to stay in one place and…
Tips for Picking a Travel Rewards Credit Card
What are some of the best ways to earn points for travel? It’s a question I’m often asked and one with so many answers. For my family, earning loyalty reward points we can redeem for travel has become a gateway to almost free travel. Ok, it’s more like discounted travel…but still. We’ve used travel rewards…
Family Fun in Pittsburgh: 10 Fun Things to Do in Pittsburgh with Kids
This post was created in collaboration with Hotel Planner. Pittsburgh is regularly considered one of the most livable cities in the world, given its active communities, parks, museums, economy, rich history, and everything else it has to offer. With this, one would assume that Pittsburgh is also one of the cities people should most visit….
Eco-Friendly Adventures and Unplugged Escapes Throughout Colorado
What better way to celebrate Earth Day this week than to highlight eco-friendly adventures and unplugged escapes throughout Mother Nature’s playground, otherwise known as Colorado. Throughout Colorado, businesses have worked to develop programs that protect and nurture the environment, and help visitors do their part by immersing themselves in environmentally friendly accommodations, dining experiences and…
Top Things to Do in Philadelphia With Kids
From historical icons to the culinary and sports scenes, there are so many things to do in Philadelphia with kids. Carpe Travel has the MUST DO list here.
Brooklyn Travel Guide
The distinct culture, deep-rooted history and magnetic energy of Brooklyn make it one of the most beloved and revered destinations in America. All you need to know is in this Brooklyn Travel Guide.
Top 11 Things to do in San Juan with Kids
San Juan has a lot to offer kids of all ages, even if those kids happen to be adults. Carpe Travel has narrowed it down to 11 top things to do with kids in San Juan.
21 Places to Take Kids in Colorado (before they grow up)
Memories and experience last a lifetime. This list of places to take kids in Colorado – before they grow up – will help you get out there and make some.
Miami Travel Guide
This post is originally from IHG’s Miami Travel Guide. Miami, with world class beaches, vibrant Latin influences and gorgeous Art Deco architecture is the ultimate destination for a beach vacation. You’ll find relaxation, trendy nightclubs, amazing cuisine, cutting-edge art galleries and plenty of culture, and there are great hotels in Miami near it all. Things…
For the Love of Wine…
Carpe Travel has had the privilege to interview several amazing winemakers, this Valentine’s Day we shares the details on when they fell in love with wine.
Check-In: Residence Inn Breckenridge, Colorado
Family friendly hotel in Breckenridge? The Marriott Residence Inn Breckenridge is excellent and affordable. See Carpe Travel’s editors review.
Taking an EPIC Family Vacation…is Possible
As a parent the work never stops, even on a vacation. There’s little people who need to be fed. Activities to be planned that make everyone happy. Backpacks, snacks, water bottles and epi pens to keep up with. Playing lifeguard at the pool when all you really want to do is sit and sip a…
Colorado’s Diverse Winter Accommodations
Colorado is synonymous with winter. In fact, the state is one of the top winter destinations in the world, but it’s not just a winter snow skiing and boarding destination. Across the state, hotels, lodges, ranches and even yurts have elevated their offerings to appease guests and create an unforgettable winter vacation, many of which…
Interview with a Winemaker: Melanie Krause, Cinder Wines
Carpe Travel sits down with Melanie Krause of Cinder Wines to learn and sip in more of Idaho’s wine region.
Interview with a Winemaker: Earl Sullivan, Telaya Wine
Carpe Travel sits down with Earl Sullivan with Telaya Wine in Idaho for its series, Interview with a Winemaker.
Idaho…the new frontier for wine?!?!
There is more than potatoes in Idaho, think wine – good wine. Recommendations on where to sip, stay and things to do in the Idaho wine region.
Interview with a Winemaker: Robin Akhurst Clos Pegase Winery
Carpe Travel sits down with Robin Akhurst of Clos Pegase Winery in Napa Valley for its series, Interview with a Winemaker.
Check-In: Cheyenne Mountain Resort
Any resort that has survived 40+ years is doing something right. This in-depth review of Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs tells/shows you why.
Denver Mint tours are worth their weight in gold
The Denver Mint is one of the few Mints in the United States that offers tours. Our editor – and her kids – share their full review.
Things to do in Denver with Kids (and without): GameWorks
It’s summer and we’re back in Colorado for the next few months. As the summer temperatures continue to rise, finding activities to beat the heat is key. Yes, the pool, white water rafting, paddle boarding and escaping to the high country top my list but they’re not always do-able, especially on a Thursday afternoon. Enter…
5 Award-Winning Wineries in Washington to Sip Your Way Through
It’s no secret the state of Washington has been producing exceptional wines for decades. Here are five wineries are proving to be some of the best.
Theatre Hikes at Chautauqua Park Boulder
This post has been updated since its original posting on August, 2014. Do you like to hike? What about see live theatre performances? Did you know you can do both at the same time? Arts in the Open, formally known as Colorado Theatre-Hikes combines the two – an outdoor hike with amazing views paired with…
Interview with a winemaker, Jessica Munnell, Mercer Estates
Carpe Travel is talking wine with Jessica Munnell, the winemaker at Mercer Estates for its Interview with a Winemaker series.
Hiking with Kids: Top Steamboat Springs Hiking Trails
Winter in Steamboat Springs, Colorado may be filled with skiing, sleigh rides, sledding and snowmobiling but summer has even more activities to offer. Hot Springs. Rafting. Camping. Biking. Hiking. And more… Given that hiking tops our list of family summer activities in Colorado I’ve rounded up seven easy Steamboat Springs hiking trails that are perfect…
Interview with a Winemaker: Leo Hansen, Stuhlmuller Vineyards (and Leo Steen Wines)
Carpe Travel sits down with Leo Hanson with Stuhlmuller Vineyards and Leo Steen Wines for its Interview with a Winemaker Series.
Napa Valley and Sonoma County Wineries: What the Locals Recommend
Carpe Travel presents a list of the MUST VISIT wineries in Napa Valley & Sonoma County based off recommendations from locals in the wine industry. Thank amazing wine finds!
Green Travel Trash Talk: 10 Simple (and fun) Beach Clean-up Ideas
Go Green Travel Tips: Hitting the beach? 10 fun and easy beach clean-up ideas every beach-goer can do to have a hand in protecting the beaches they love.
Napa Valley Wine Tasting Reservations Worth Making
Planning ahead can be worth it, especially for Napa Valley wine tasting experiences. Some Napa winery reservations are so worth making.
Check-in: The Craftsman Inn
A Charming Napa Valley Bed & Breakfast in Calistoga The Craftsman Inn is one of the top rated Calistoga bed and breakfasts in Napa Valley, and for good reason. This upscale bed and breakfast occupies a restored 1910 Craftsman house in downtown Calistoga. The house was restored in 2006 and the owners did a fabulous…
Interview a Winemaker, Jeff Freeland at Oso Libre Winery in Paso Robles
Carpe Travel sits down with Jeff Freeland at Oso Libre Winery in Paso Robles for our Interview a Winemaker series.
Powder Steering: Learning to drive a snowcat
Forget carving the slopes on skis, try sculpting the snow with a snowcat. The power and the speed made my heart race, 10 miles per hour never felt so fast. I pulled the two control leavers to slowly bring the Bison X down in speed, it wasn’t graceful of course but in a rather jerking…
Things to do in Crested Butte…besides skiing
Colorado’s “last great ski town” has a lot to offer those who want to skip the slopes. Click over for ideas on fun and unique things to do in Crested Butte.
Check-In: The Grand Lodge in Crested Butte, Colorado
Carpe Travel’s editor spent a few nights at The Grand Lodge in Crested Butte. Keep reading for our full review.
Travel Trivia: Crested Butte, Colorado
Crested Butte is known as “the last great Colorado ski town”, and for good reason. Our Crested Butte series explains why, starting with some town trivia.
Interview with a Winemaker: Michelle Cleveland, Creekside Cellars
Carpe Travel sits down with Michelle Cleveland of Creekside Cellars for its series, Interview with a Winemaker.
10 of the Top Reasons to Visit Berlin NOW!
There are endless options for thing to do in Berlin, but these are the musts.
Camping in the Grand Canyon: Things to Know to Make it HAPPEN
Camping should be easy…at least finding a campsite should be. But, it’s not. This I have learned the hard way. It actually requires A LOT of advance planning. And, that’s just summer car camping in Colorado. If you want to go camping in the Grand Canyon, well that’s an entirely different game. One I can’t…
Top 5 Inspirational TED Talks (to fuel your wanderlust)
Did you know today is the last day of Christmas? You know, those “12 Days of Christmas” we hear in all the marketing hype really begins on Christmas Day, not the 11 days before. (Click here for your history lesson. ) And so I have a question… So, this is Christmas, and what have you…
Top 9 Fitness Apps to Help You Stay Fit While Traveling
Creating and sticking with a fitness routine is one thing, it’s a completely different thing when you’re traveling. I’ve tried it. Hitting the hotel gym for an hour, running alongside the beach, trying to find a safe yet interesting jogging route, doing my Pilates routine that’s scribbled on a piece of paper I keep in…
Beyond the Resorts & Beaches…Experiencing the Real Cancun.
Looking to experience the REAL Cancun? Spend a day volunteering in Cancun to get a truly unique and rewarding experience. Carpe Travel tells you how.
Interview with a Winemaker, Jay Christianson with Canyon Wind Cellars
Sipping in Colorado Wine with Jay Christianson, Canyon Wind Cellars Earlier this summer I was invited to a small, private, wine tasting for writers here in Colorado. The gathering was specifically put together to preview wines that had won the Governor’s Cup Wine Competition, an annual competition recognizing the top wines in Colorado. This year,…
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Interview with a Winemaker: Janet Myers at Franciscan Estate
Wine should be appreciated but so should those who produce it. Carpe Travel sits down with Janet Myers of Franciscan Estate to share her story.
Six Family Friendly Aspen Hiking Trails
The summer has come to a close but that doesn’t mean hiking has ended, at least not yet. With a few weeks left before the snow sets in on the Rocky Mountains we headed up to high country to see the fall foliage in Aspen, Colorado. It was the first time the kids had been…
Family Friendly (aka EASY) Hiking in Breckenridge, Colorado
While Breckenridge might be known more for its winter sports, visiting in the summer is a must and hiking in Breckenridge is an absolute. There are hundreds of hiking trails in Breckenridge, from “easy” to “moderate” to “hard” to “crazy hard” to “what the heck are you thinking”. Since we are barely able to do…
Top Camping Apps
I confess, I’m not a huge lover of camping. Ok, it’s just the sleeping and showering (or lack there of) that I don’t like, but I do love getting outside and away from it all to enjoy the quiet, fishing, hiking and evening star gazing. Let’s be real though, when I say “getting away from…
Travel Trivia: 16 Things About Steamboat Springs
A list of 15 fun facts and history snapshots of things you may not know about the city of Steamboat Springs, aka Ski Town USA.