Wine 101
What is an AVA & Why Should you Care?
What’s the big deal about AVAs in the United States? More than you might think for both the wine sippers and wine producers.
July 20, 2024
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BBQ & Grilling
Elevate your BBQ with the perfect wine pairings
The best way to learn what BBQ wine pairings work for your palate is to experiment. Our editor has some fun summer BBQ wine experimentation for you try.
July 17, 2024
Wine 101
Pink, the third color of Wine
What is Rosé Wine? Carpe Travel’s top picks and everything else you need to know about the pink drink.
July 16, 2024
Wine 101
Why are there so many different types of wine glasses?!?
It’s hard not to wonder why it matters and what the purpose is for all the different types of wine glasses. But there is a reason for all shapes and sizes. Let me explain.
June 11, 2024
Festivals
Isn’t Wine Grand… Pouring into Wine Spectator Grand Tour Wine Tasting
There are wine tastings and then there are wine spectaculars. Why the Wine Spectator Grand Tour is one not to miss and tasting strategies to enhance your experience.
June 10, 2024
Beyond the Vines
Seriously FUN Things to do in Telluride in Summer
Most people know Telluride, Colorado for its world-class skiing. After all, there are 1,700 acres of powder that entice visitors every winter. That, coupled with the fact that Telluride sees the sun for 300 days, and gets 300+ inches of snow, make it a skier’s paradise. However, there are so many seriously fun things to
June 8, 2024
Beyond the Vines
Five Common New Orleans Scams to Avoid
The hustles are really a part of the charm of New Orleans unless you’re the one who gets charmed out money. Here are a few New Orleans scams to avoid.
June 6, 2024
ITINERARIES
Pour & Explore: The New Utah Wine Trail
A weekend itinerary for where to sip, stay and things to do along the Utah Wine Trail. The top wineries in Utah to sip in.
May 20, 2024
Wine 101
Answers to Your Most Burning Wine Questions
Carpe Travel has rounded up the answers to 15 frequently asked questions revolving around one of Earth’s most beloved liquids.
May 5, 2024
Interview with a California Winemaker
From Tijuana to Temecula: Interview with a winemaker, Javier Flores of South Coast Winery
Carpe Travel sits down with Javier Flores, winemaker at South Coast Winery to sip his American dream story filled with hard work and good wine.
April 8, 2024
Wine 101
The Enemies of Wine & How to Beat Them
These wine storage tips are flexible and accommodate what’s best for your budget, space and general needs for storing wine at home.
April 2, 2024
Interview with a California Winemaker
Interview With A Winemaker: Palumbo Family Vineyards & Winery
From surfer, turned chef, turned winemaker Nick Palumbo, has been shaping Temecula for 20+ years. His story and wines are one to sip in.
March 13, 2024
Check-In
The most underrated, free hotel service you’re not using
A hotel concierge is a free service you can leverage to level up your vacay. What is a concierge, how can they help and why/how to use them.
February 1, 2024
ITINERARIES
Three Days in Porto
Traveling to Porto to explore its history, wine and all it offers? We have the perfect 3 day Porto wine tasting itinerary and map to help.
January 23, 2024
Dessert Wine Pairings
The Merriest Guide to Christmas Cookie Wine Pairings
Finding the merriest Christmas cookie wine pairing. Here are some tips to guide you with your holiday pairing this season.
December 21, 2023
Family Vacation
You Can Go Wine Tasting with Kids…With a Little Planning
Is wine tasting kid friendly? It’s totally do-able, with a little planning. These tips to help create a beautiful pairing when wine tasting with kids.
December 4, 2023
CA Itineraries
Exploring Calistoga in Napa Valley
Calistoga, Napa Valley’s northernmost town is an adventure in itself. Your complete itinerary – where to sip, stay and things to do (hot springs!).
October 17, 2023
California
Wine Facts Every Wine Lover Should Know About Napa Valley
20 Napa Valley Fast Facts: What every wine lover must know about Napa Valley.
October 14, 2023
Rioja
What’s the deal with the gold wire netting on wine bottles?
Why do some wine bottles from Rioja have gold netting? The short answer, it was a pre-tech way to try to protect wine from counterfeiting.
September 20, 2023
ITINERARIES
Sipping in Rioja and the Haro Railway Station District
Guide to visiting the Haro Railway Station District in Rioja – perfect for exploring regional wines in one collective environment.
September 18, 2023
Spain
Books and movies about Spain to check out before visiting
These books and movies about Spain will get you in the mood for your travels and Spanish day dreams…while educating you on its history.
September 15, 2023
CA Itineraries
Exploring The Towns of Napa Valley
Each of the towns of Napa Valley have their own story, wines and unique experiences. Sip them in here.
September 12, 2023
California
What is New in Luxury Spa Treatments? (HINT: Wine.)
Vinothérapy: Restorative and relaxing wine-infused soaks, scrubs and sips. Top wine spas and products to create an at home vinothérapy experience.
May 16, 2023
California
The Hottest Pairing: Wine Country + Hot Springs
When planning your grape escape, consider pairing your sips with soaks at natural hot springs in these United States wine regions.
May 2, 2023
CA Itineraries
Signature Wine Experiences in Temecula
Looking for unique ways to pour into Temecula wine country, our editor has tested – and shared – a few signature wine experiences to sip in.
April 24, 2023
Sustainable Travel
Leisure with a Purpose. Agritourism: Vineyard & Farm Experiences
Whether it’s working a wine harvest, rustling cattle in the Rockies, or deep-sea fishing in Alaska, every state in the US offers agritourism opportunities.
April 20, 2023
France
Exploring the Languedoc and Roussillon Wine Regions
An insider guide to the history of winemaking in France’s famed Languedoc-Roussillon wine region, the best wineries to visit, where to stay, eat and what to do.
April 11, 2023
Interview with a Winemaker
Raise a Glass to Michigan Wines & Those Shaping the Industry
Carpe Travel discusses all things Michigan wine with Taylor Simpson, co-owner of Good Harbor Vineyards and Aurora Cellars in Northern Michigan.
April 4, 2023
ITINERARIES
Exploring The Wines Of Uruguay
An insider guide to exploring Uruguay wine regions, its winemaking history, the best wineries to visit, where to stay—and what to do and eat.
April 3, 2023
Beyond the Vines
Beyond the Vines: Things to do in the Champlain Valley of NY
Visiting Champlain Valley of New York, home to Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks? There’s a lot to do in this upstate New York wine region.
March 21, 2023
Champlain Valley NY
Dan Faber, Rolling Hills Estate Winery
Carpe Travel sits down with Dan Faber, head winemaker at Rolling Hills Estate Winery to sip in his story and explore Champlain Valley of NY.
March 21, 2023
Champlain Valley NY
Uncorking a Total Wine Immersion Experience in Upstate New York
Rolling Hills Estate Winery is helping to shape the Champlain Valley of New York AVA and wine experiences in this budding wine region.
March 14, 2023
Wine 101
What are French-American hybrid Wines?
A beginners guide to understanding French-American hybrid grapes, the wines produced and why they matter in today’s world of climate change.
March 8, 2023
ITINERARIES
Three Days of Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting in Rioja
A three day itinerary for wine tasting in Rioja that includes relaxed to luxury sips for your Rioja wine trip.
February 21, 2023
ITINERARIES
Pour & Explore – Rioja Wine Travel Guide
An insider guide to the best Rioja wineries, the regions history, and recommendations for the restaurants and hotels.
February 16, 2023
Wine 101
Wine Holidays 2023: The Complete List of International Wine Days
I might be the worst wine writer out there since I rarely acknowledge wine holidays. Yes, there is a day each month dedicated to celebrating a different wine and its grape. For me, every day is a celebration of wine. 😜 Buuuuut, since I’ve been asked to start showcasing different wines on their designated holiday
February 10, 2023
Beyond the Vines
Beyond the Vines: Things to do in Monterey County
The is a lot to uncork in Monterey County wine country! Here are some seriously fun things to do in Monterey County that go beyond sipping wine.
February 7, 2023
California
California Wine Festivals are Back! Sip these in…
Wine festivals in California are back! Here are some of the top California wine festivals not to miss this year.
February 7, 2023
France
A Beginner’s Guide to Wine Tasting in Burgundy, France
Where should you wine taste in Burgundy and when should you visit? Our new Beginner’s Guide to Wine Tasting in Burgundy has this and more.
February 6, 2023
CA Itineraries
Discover Lake County, CA: Where to Sip, Stay & Eat
The Lake County wine region is a delicious California wine tasting destination, especially for those not wanting to deal with the crowds in the Napa Valley.
January 23, 2023
Cinque Terre
A Guide to the Liguria Wine Region in Northern Italy
A Guide to the Liguria wine regions in Northern Italy including Cinque Terre wines, Portofino, Dolcecacqua. Where to sip, stay and things to do.
December 5, 2022
France
A Beginner’s Guide to Alsace Wines and the Alsace Wine Route
Wine loving travelers take note! Everything to know about Alsace – its wines, where to sip, stay – as you explore France’s Alsace wine route.
November 28, 2022
Wine 101
International Wine Destinations You Need to Visit Now… According to Somms
Who better to ask about the coolest places and best sipping spots than professional wine sommeliers?
November 14, 2022
ITINERARIES
Discovering Cava: Sip the History and Future of this Spanish Sparkling Wine
Your guide to everything Cava! What is Cave wine and why you should be drinking these Spanish bubble and how to visit the place it’s produced.
November 8, 2022
Indiana
How to Sip in Bloomington & the Indiana Upland Wine Trail in 3 Days
To get your Indiana sip trip started here’s a 3-day wine tasting itinerary that pours into wineries near Bloomington and on the Indiana Upland Wine Trail.
November 3, 2022
ITINERARIES
Exploring Basque Country – Bilbao, Spain
How to spend two delicious days in Bilbao, Spain – Basque Country – where to sip, stay, eat and things to do.
November 1, 2022
Indiana
DESTINATION: Indiana Wine Trails
The best way to immerse yourself into Indiana’s wine scene is to focus on the regions around one of the state’s major cities and its wine trails.
October 28, 2022
Illinois
Sipping Through 7 Illinois Wine Trails
Illinois wine country has 7 wine trails making wine country exploration convenient. The trick is to select the best wine trail for your interests.
October 26, 2022
Illinois
Exploring Illinois Wineries From the City to the Countryside
When it comes to visiting Illinois wineries, the first step is to decide if you want a city or country experience. We have both laid out for you.
October 25, 2022
Arizona
Wine Country Road Trip. Sipping Across Arizona.
This north-to-south one-week itinerary for Arizona wine country will surely arouse your senses and give you a taste for Arizona wineries.
October 18, 2022