Getting to know the Santa Ynez Valley Wine Region
Your guide to understanding California's unique wine region, the Santa Ynez Valley. Complete with tips and itineraries to pair your pallet with Santa Ynez Valley wineries.
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You Can Go Wine Tasting with Kids…With a Little Planning
Wine tasting with kids is totally do-able, with a little planning. These tips to help create a beautiful pairing when wine tasting with kids.
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Pairing artistic treasures in Florence with wining and dining
Written by, Federico Morelli, Contributing Writer If you are planning a visit to Tuscany, you will be mesmerized by the region’s alluring undulating landscapes, splendid vineyards views, comprehensive wine tasting, and exciting gastronomic adventures. But a few days in...
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A New Yorker’s Year Round Guide to the Big Apple
Your guide to the best and worst things to do in New York during all four seasons of the year…according to a local. By, Contributing Writer, Gilad Gamliel the author of Anxious & Abroad As a born and bred...
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The Ultimate Guide to the Santa Barbara Funk Zone
The Santa Barbara Funk Zone has become a favorite and for good reason! See our guide and itineraries on where to sip, savor and stay to get your funk on!
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Check-In: The Ballard Inn & Gathering Table, Santa Ynez Valley
With 50 hotels and lodging options in the Santa Ynez Valley, finding a place to stay in wine country can be easy to uncork. However, not all hotels and B&B’s are created equally. During our visit to the Santa...
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How Uber Wine ACTUALLY Worked When Put to the Test
We put Uber Wine to the test when wine tasting in Santa Barbara County. Click over to get the good, the bad, and the reality of wine tasting with Uber Wine.
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The Palisade Fruit and Wine Byway
One of the best ways to see the Colorado wine country is on two wheels. The Palisade Fruit and Wine Byway, aka “The Fruit Loop” is one of the popular biking routes through the Colorado wine country as it...
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Beyond the Vines: Things to do in Palisade, Colorado…with Kids
This summer we went on our crazy Colorado family road trip with stops throughout Colorful Colorado, including the heart of Colorado’s wine country – Grand Valley AVA – one of the states two American Viticultural Areas. Palisade is home...
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Where to Stay in Colorado Wine Country…With Kids
Who knew it would be so difficult to find a family friendly place to stay in Palisade - the heart of Colorado wine country. Here is your guide to where to stay in Palisade with kids.
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Episode 7: Will Travel for Wine – Sipping in Walla Walla, WA
In this episode of Will Travel for Wine, we are sipping in a little Washington wine – specifically Cabernet Sauvignon from Walla Walla, Washington. It seems fitting since its the most planted grape in this AVA – American Viticulture...
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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...
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Carmel-by-the-Sea Wine Tasting Rooms to Sip-In
Twenty tasting rooms within 4-blocks? It’s a wine lovers paradise, aka Carmel-by-the-Sea. Here's your guide to sipping-in Carmel-by-the-Sea tasting rooms.
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Top one day visit from Milan with your kids
You may be aware that Milan is famous for its fashion, but its zoo is THE spot for kids - Le Cornelle Parco Faunistico.
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Denver Wineries Totally Worth Sipping-In
Urban wineries are popping up all over the United States, Denver is no exception. The Mile High City is now home to 10+, here are those that are totally sip worthy.
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Discovering Saratoga Springs in 24-Hours
New York City is a marvel on its own, escaping the hustle and bustle of the city is easy with a quick day trip to Saratoga Springs.
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Beaches in Colorado? Yes they do exist.
When you think of Colorado breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains tend to come to mind, not beaches, yet beaches are one of the states best-kept secrets. Colorado beaches are unlike those you’ll find in coastal areas though. Yes,...
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Where to stay for your North Georgia Wine Getaway
By Contributing Writer, Tatum Skipper Whether you are going to explore the North Georgia wine country for a day or a long weekend, choosing an area you want to stick with is key to planning your stay. Earlier I...
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A Locals Guide to Sipping through North Georgia Wineries
Want to sip in the North Georgia wine country, one of the South's hidden gems? This guide will help you on sip your way through the top North Georgia wineries.
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28 Family Friendly Wineries in California to Sip-in
There are so many activities beyond wine tasting that wineries are offering to make them more of family friendly winery. Here are the top kid friendly wineries in California to sip in with your kids.
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Best Things to Do in Sonoma County with Tweens and Teens
Sonoma wine country a family destination?! Yes, it can be. Here some of the best things to do in Sonoma County with tweens and teens to create the perfect pairing.
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The Finger Lakes: The Tastiest Wine Region on the East Coast
New York ranks 3rd in wine production in the US and 1st among states east of the Rockies. Get to know the Finger Lakes, the states tastiest wine region with Carpe Travel's short overview.
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10 Seriously Cool Things to do in San Diego
Carpe Travel's list of things to do in San Diego includes some well-known-but-worth-it destinations, along with a few off the beaten path ones to explore.
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Seriously Fun Things to do in Cincinnati
For a city that doesn’t get the “touristy city” reputation, Cincinnati has a lot going on. Here are some of the best Cincinnati attractions to see if you’re looking for things to do in Cincinnati.
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Getting To Know Cape Town Wineries: The Cape Town Wine Route
There's plenty for everyone to enjoy in Cape Town - including wine lovers! Here are 10 of the top must sip in Cape Town wineries to include on your itinerary.
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Sampling Italy on a Cruise…
Looking to sip in more of Italy but have limited time to see the country? An Italian cruise can help.
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Pura Vida in Las Catalinas, Costa Rica
Planning a visit to Costa Rica? The beaches in Guanacaste are a prime a spot. Where to stay? See Carpe Travel's review of Las Catalinas, a small beach town on the Pacific Coast.
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Spring in the Santa Ynez Valley is no ordinary break
Dreaming of the Santa Ynez Valley on California’s gorgeous Central Coast... Think amazing wine country, a delicious culinary scene & endless outdoor opportunities. This is one wine country getaway to sip back and enjoy.
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Only have one day in Napa Valley? Here’s how to spend it.
By Kate Juillerat, guest writer It’s hard to spend only one day in Napa Valley given there are so many things to see and do, not to mention exploring the wine and culinary scene. But, if you do have...
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One Stop Sipping: Downtown Healdsburg Tasting Rooms
You can spend days sipping through the two dozen+ Healdsburg tasting rooms. Here we have the must-sip ones, paired with restaurants and hotels for a well-rounded wine country getaway.
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Things to do in Fredericksburg, Texas With Kids
Fredericksburg is a well-known wine destination in the Texas Hill Country, but there are lots of things to do in Fredericksburg as a family or rather “beyond the vine”.
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Where to Sip & Stay in Paso Robles Wine Country
Looking for where to sip and stay in Paso Robles? We’ve paired the top Paso Robles wine country hotels with not to miss Paso Robles wineries.
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The Ultimate Pairing of Outdoor Activities and Wine Tasting in Colorado
Colorado is home to countless outdoor adventures many of which pair well with my favorite beverage – wine! With nearly 100 Colorado wineries, there are several opportunities to blend the two. I’ve pulled together my five favorite towns –...
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10 California wine festivals not to miss this summer
Planning your summer travels? Why not work in a California wine festival or two? Here are some of the top summer California wine festivals not to miss this year.
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The Finger Lakes is a beautiful wine country destination in New York. If you are looking for things to do in the Finger Lakes beyond the vines, here are our top suggestions.
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Sipping Through the Grapevine
Visiting wineries in Grapevine, TX? Check this guide for information on the Grapevine Urban Wine Trail. It’s one of the top things to do in Grapevine, Texas!
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Four Fantastic Wine Country Destinations for Fit Travel
Pairing wine country with a good workout may sound like an odd blend but the combination has proven to be a hit. Albeit, you may not want to do the two simultaneously. In collaboration with Expedia.com, I’ve pulled together...
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An Intro to Visiting Santa Barbara Wine Country
Wine lovers and travelers take note! Santa Barbara is not to be missed. This short guide shares how best to sip your way through Santa Barbara wine country.
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Easy Way to Earn Travel Rewards When You’re Not Traveling
Did you know you can snag some extra travel rewards this holiday by shopping online? I’m not talking about using a credit card to earn travel rewards, although that is a great way, too. I’m referring to shopping through sites...
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Sip and Stay: Winery Hotels in the United States
It’s one thing to visit wine country, it’s another to immerse yourself in it. Staying on a working vineyard at a winery hotel is the perfect way to do just that.
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5 of the Best Wine Destinations in US -That are Not in California
California wine is great, but there are many amazing US wine regions that go unnoticed. Find 5 of the best wine destination in the US - not in California.
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Will Travel for Wine: Episode 5, Exploring Livermore Valley, California’s OLDEST Wine Region
Wine Travel: Exploring Livermore Valley, California’s OLDEST Wine Region Sixth-generation winemaker, Steven Kent Mirassou, shares the regions history for wine travelers including tips on where to sip, stay and things to do beyond the vines. Subscribe to the Will...
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The first official wine region in the United States isn’t where you might think
It was on June 20, 1980 when the United States designated the country’s first American Viticultural Area – AVA. It wasn’t Napa Valley or Sonoma though. Nope. It was Augusta, Missouri. An AVA is a wine region that has...
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7 of the Best Places to Visit in Philadelphia
By Adrian Rubin, Contributing Writer Did you know the state of Pennsylvania has more than 200 wineries and that the first vineyard in the state was planted in Philadelphia back in 1683 by William Penn? While I highly recommend...
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When in Munich…Drink wine!
Germany is famous for its beer and sausage, especially the city of Munich - the capital of Bavaria. But, did you know Bavaria is also famous for its wine?
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Will Travel for Wine – Episode 2: Sipping through the history of Missouri Wine Country
Sipping through the history of Missouri Wine Country with Tony Kooyumjian, winemaker at Montelle Winery Did you know Missouri was the second largest wine producing state in the US, prior to Prohibition, and home to the first AVA? We’re...
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Will Travel for Wine – Episode 3: Exploring Michigan Wine Country
Exploring Michigan Wine Country with Lee Lutes of Black Farm Wine In the following podcast we’ll be exploring Michigan’s wine country, including a bit of its history, grape varietals and thing to do both among and beyond the vines....
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