15 Fascinating Facts about Missouri Wine Country
byBillboard after billboard I saw signs for different wineries as I drove through Missouri on a road trip. “Wine here?” I scoffed. But after…
Check-In: Hermann Hill Vineyard and Inn
byTHE Luxury Stay in the Heart of Missouri’s Wine Country A hotel is a hotel, is a hotel, except for those that aren’t. More…
Who Knew There Was So Much to do in Columbia, Missouri
byColumbia, Missouri is best known more for its BBQ and being a “college town”. Home to three colleges, the whole college town feel and…
A Travelers Guide to Understanding the Italian Wine Classifications
byTraveling to Italy? This guide helps to explain the Italian wine classifications so you can find the right wines for your pallet. By Alice…
Busting 4 common misconceptions about Eastern Europe
byBy Rich Witty, guest writer Eastern Europe is a region of discoveries. As it proved with me, you find what you look for. No…
From A to Z: Top Wine Festivals in Every State Not to Miss
byThe number of wine festivals popping up across the nation are increasing. However, not all are created equal. Here are some of America’s best…
Check-In: Hotel review of the Great Wolf Lodge in Colorado Springs
byGreat Wolf Lodge Defines “Great” for Kids If you find yourself in Colorado Springs needing a place to stay my favorites are The Broadmoor,…
Discovering Summit County’s Hidden Gem…Frisco, Colorado
byYour Guide for Things to do in Frisco, Colorado Surrounded by world-renowned ski resorts – Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain and Vail – Frisco, Colorado…
Fun Things to Do in the Phoenix Area
byThis post was brought to you by IHG, all opinions are my own It’s nearly spring break and Phoenix is on my mind… It’s…
The Best Australian Wine Regions to Visit
byBy Irene Seah, guest writer Australian wines have a strong international presence for a reason – they’re good! Australia ranks sixth in the world’s…
What Every Wine Lover Should Know About Ohio Wine
byWine might be the last thing on your mind when you think about Ohio, but why not? With 265 wineries and five recognized American…
Blend. Bottle. Cork. A Colorado Wine Blending Experience
byBe a winemaker for a day at Continental Divide Winery in Breckenridge It’s one thing to go to a wine tasting, it’s another to…
What every wine lover should know about Washington wine & its history
byWashington might want to think about changing its state fruit from apples to grapes. The Washington wine industry is booming! Washington is ranked among…
Willamette Valley Wows with Grochau Cellars
byInterview with a Winemaker: John Grochau, owner & winemaker, Grochau Cellars Racing through France’s most revered wine regions – Champagne, Burgundy and the Loire…
What Every Wine Lover Should Know About New Mexico Wine & its History
byNew Mexico has a rich wine history that took a lot of twists and turns throughout the years. Although the state didn’t have an…
Incorporating Wellness Travel into Your 2018 Travels
byHow many of your New Year’s resolutions include losing weight, getting fit and living a healthier lifestyle? I admit, all three are on my…
A New Year. New Goals. New Travel Inspirations.
byInspirational Travel Quotes – One For Each Week of 2018 It’s out with the old and in with the new as we say goodbye…
Best Things to do in Colorado Springs – Olympic City USA
bySixty miles south of Denver you’ll find Colorado’s second largest city – Colorado Springs, aka Olympic City USA, which is home to an Olympic…
Pioneering the great new frontier of the Idaho wine industry
byInterview with a Winemaker: Tim Harless, Hat Ranch Winery Welcome back to Carpe Travel’s Interview with a Winemaker series. It’s been awhile since I…
Wine Tasting in Philly: Montgomery County Wine Trail
byYour guide to the Montgomery County Wine Trail in Philadelphia’s Wine Country With only four wineries, the Montgomery County Wine Trail is Pennsylvania’s smallest wine trail…