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.
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 III). 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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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.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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10 of the Top Reasons to Visit Berlin NOW!
There are endless options for thing to do in Berlin, but these are the musts.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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Things to do in Steamboat Springs with Kids
Take a look at a few of the amazing activities Steamboat Springs can offer your child. They are sure to have a blast – no matter the season. Things to do in Steamboat Springs with Kids
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Check In: Sheraton Steamboat Resort
The Sheraton Steamboat Resort is a top-notch, luxury hotel that offers traditional rooms to high-end condos.
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Top Hot Springs in Colorado
Colorado is a hot springs lovers’ paradise with countless options to choose from. No two hot springs in Colorado are the same. Yet, they all provide you the opportunity to share in one of Colorado’s most unique experiences – soaking in an outdoor pool as the snow falls all around. There are hot springs in…
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DIY Self-Defense for Travelers. Tips from a Survival-Savvy Green Beret.
Multi-purpose items for travelers are like peanut butter is to jelly. Things so common they’re often overlooked and just “assumed”. A black skirt that can be worn casually during the day but dressed up for evening-wear; a suitcase doubling into a wine carrier; a purse that turns into a scarf; the list goes on. We…
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Have Food Allergies. Will Travel.
Tips for Traveling with Food Allergies
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Six Kid Friendly Hikes Near Denver
Looking for kid friendly hikes near Denver aka easy hikes near Denver? Check this list and then get out there!
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Check-In: Review of The Arizona Grand Resort and Spa
A full review of the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa including activities, dining and room information. Is it the right resort in Phoenix for your family?
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Looking For Places To Stay, But Not Play: 5 Non-Gaming Hotels in Las Vegas
There are a lot of places to stay in Las Vegas, even more places to play. A short list of non-gaming hotels in Las Vegas.
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Interview with a Winemaker: Paul V Bonarrigo, Messina Hof
Carpe Travel sits down with Paul V Bonarrigo of Messina Hof for its series, Interview with a Winemaker.
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11 of the Best Road Trip Apps
How many apps do you have on your phone? Do you use them all? I did a little test on our recent road trip to see which road trip apps we would use – really use – and which ones just took up space on my phone. I was surprised by how many were redundant,…
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Great Times in Grapevine: Things to do in Grapevine, TX with Kids
Looking for things to do in Grapevine TX? Click through for a list of the top things to in Grapevine – with kids.
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Exploring the Pennsylvania Wine Trails
Sipping in all that the Pennsylvania wine trails have to uncork Guest Post, by Kayla Matthews Did you know the state of Pennsylvania has more than 300 wineries? It ranks 5th nationally in the amount of grapes grown and 7th in the production of wine. Pennsylvania’s moderate growing climate and ideal terrain means that it…
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Interview with a Winemaker: Greg La Follette
Carpe Travel sits down with Greg La Follette for its Interview with a Winemaker series.
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13 Tips to Help You Avoid Hotel Room Thefts
Ever been locked out of your hotel room, poked your head into the room next door where housekeeping was cleaning and asked them to let you into your room? I have and guess what, they let me into my room. I was beyond happy to not have to spend 10 minutes going back down to…
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Tips for Planning Bike and Wine Tours in Mendoza Argentina
I’ve visited several wine regions but there are still soooo many I want to try. Mendoza Argentina is one of my top five I still want to get to. My fellow travel writer and wine lover, Claudia Tavani has visited Mendoza on multiple occasions and has shared a few tips and things to know if…
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To Tip or Not to Tip? Tipping Etiquette Guide For International Travelers
Click through for a tipping etiquette guide that lists the services for which tips are expected, the percent and how to deal with awkward tipping situations.
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Interview with a Winemaker: Theresa Heredia, Gary Farrell Winery
Carpe Travel sits down with Theresa Heredia of Gary Farrell Winery for its Interview with a Winemaker series.
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Nine of the Best Medical Apps for Travelers
What happens when you’re in the middle of the mountains and your daughter has a 104-degree temperature. Or your mother-in-law falls off her bike and hurts her hip? Better yet, you’re in Mexico and you need to call an ambulance? When you travel you have to keep in mind the realities of life – accidents…
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12 Tips for a Stress Free Family Vacation
Ok, having a stress free family vacation might be a stretch but reducing the stress is definitely possible. I’ve made my share of rookie mistakes when traveling with my kids but I’ve learned a lot along the way. Things that have helped make traveling easier and allow for an almost stress free family vacation. I…
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Five Family Friendly Hotels in Phoenix
Click through for an in-depth review (and photos) of The Wigwam Resort in Phoenix Arizona.
