Virginia
Where to Stay in Virginia Wine Country
From wineries in Virginia that offer cozy rooms to budget friendly and full-service spas, there are a variety of places to stay in Virginia wine country.
October 19, 2021
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Travel Trivia
Why Virginia is for Wine & History Lovers…
Connoisseur, novice or just someone who likes to sip wine, here are a variety of fun facts about Virginia wine country to sip in.
October 16, 2021
Contributing Writer
24-HOURS IN ROME: A Wine Lover’s Guide
After careful research, we decided 24 hours is plenty of time for a wine lover to sip in wines of Rome and all the wine tastings this ancient city offers.
October 12, 2021
Colorado
Award-Winning Colorado Wines to Uncork NOW
The diversity of wine styles and grapes in the 2021 Governor’s Cup Collection, 14 award-winning Colorado wines, featured lesser known wines – Teroldego, Cinsault, St. Vincent, Lemberger.
October 6, 2021
ITINERARIES
Where to Sip & Stay in Willamette Valley
Which Willamette Valley wineries to visit? This itinerary includes a wealth of possibilities to curate the perfect Willamette Valley wine tasting itinerary.
September 29, 2021
Wine 101
Understanding National Prohibition in the United States and Its Impacts
It’s a good time to give you wine lovers a little refresher on your American history regarding what was National Prohibition, how it got started, why it happened and the outcome.
September 9, 2021
Colorado
Best 8 Palisade Wineries to Sip In
In the heart of the Grand Valley is Colorado wine country and 30+ wineries. We have uncorked the best 8 wineries in Palisade to sip in.
September 4, 2021
Italy
Wine 101: What is Vin Santo
Love Vin Santo – the sweet Italian dessert wine and want to learn more about it? In Carpe Travel’s Wine 101 we go into what is Van Santo and recommendations for your next sipping adventure.
August 31, 2021
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.
August 17, 2021
ITINERARIES
Pour Into These 4 Finger Lakes Wine Trails
Wineries in the Finger Lakes are spread out over 11 lakes, there are four wine trails that encompass the largest of the lakes. What to know and where to go.
July 28, 2021
ITINERARIES
The Ultimate Itinerary to Sip in the Finger Lakes Region
Your next weekend getaway is just a sip away. This itinerary takes you to some of our favorite wineries in the Finger Lakes region.
July 26, 2021
Contributing Writer
Enjoy Every Sip at the Best Finger Lakes Wineries
Our recommendations for the top 10 wineries in the Finger Lakes based on the quality of their wines and unique histories.
July 25, 2021
ITINERARIES
A Weekend Guide to Sipping in Ohio’s Lake Erie Wine Region
If you have a weekend to explore the Ohio wine country, this itinerary for sipping through Lake Erie wineries is you.
July 21, 2021
Contributing Writer
Top 10 Ohio Wineries Not to Miss
Our wine experts have identified 10 of the best Ohio wineries to sip in based on the experiences offered and award-winning wines.
July 19, 2021
Contributing Writer
How to Spend a Weekend Sipping in the Vermont Wine Country
Wine lovers take note! Vermont is filled with charming small towns surrounded by spectacular scenery, activities and wineries to pour into.
July 15, 2021
Contributing Writer
The Top Vermont Wineries to Pour Into
Carpe Travel has identified six of the best Vermont wineries to pour into. You’ll find a lot to love when sipping in Vermont wine country.
July 15, 2021
Wine 101
GEWURZTRAMINERWINE
Love Gewurztraminer wine and want to learn more about it? Carpe Travel’s guide to understanding everything about the Gewurztraminer grape and wine with food pairings. Cheers!
July 12, 2021
Wine 101
How to Drink Wine at the Beach (or Park)
Carpe Travel’s editor offers personally tested tips on how to drink wine at the beach, park and camping for your summer sipping.
July 7, 2021
California
27 of the Best Urban Wineries
A look at 9 of the country’s top urban wine trails and our picks for standout urban wineries where you can taste, tour and meet winemakers.
July 6, 2021
CA Itineraries
Northern Sonoma County Wine Tasting Itinerary
Pick and choose among the following experiences to curate your own perfect Northern Sonoma County wine tasting itinerary.
June 24, 2021
California
Where to Stay in Sonoma: Romantic Escape, Family Retreat or a Golf Getaway
Where to stay in Sonoma wine country for a romantic escape, a family retreat, or a bachelor’s golf getaway.
June 22, 2021
CA Itineraries
How to Plan a Romantic Getaway in Healdsburg
Planning a Sonoma couple’s getaway? The enchanting town of Healdsburg makes for a great romantic getaway in wine country.
June 21, 2021
CA Itineraries
10 MUST Sip Sonoma Wineries to Add to Your Grape Escape
With 400+ wineries in Sonoma County, narrowing down your choices can be difficult, but these 10 are must-add to your Sonoma wine tasting itinerary.
June 20, 2021
CA Itineraries
These 5 Paso Robles Wineries are a MUST for Your Wine Tasting
With 200+ wineries, there is a lot to sip in Paso Robles. To help narrow it down, here are 5 Paso Robles wineries to add to your wine tasting.
June 15, 2021
CA Itineraries
7 Temecula Wineries to Add to Your MUST Sip List
Temecula Valley boasts 40+ wineries, so you’re bound to drink something delicious. To help you decide, here are our top picks for Temecula wineries.
June 13, 2021
CA Itineraries
Three Perfect Days Wine Tasting in Temecula
This Temecula wine tasting itinerary lays out three days of sipping in a handful of top Temecula Valley wineries you MUST visit.
June 12, 2021
Contributing Writer
Top 10 Pennsylvania Wineries to Sip Now
Did you know there are 300+ wineries in Pennsylvania? Our wine experts have pulled these 10 award-winning Pennsylvania wineries to sip in.
June 10, 2021
California
Monterey Wine Country: Go For The Chardonnay, Stay For The Pinot
The ultimate 3-day guide for pouring into Monterey wineries – River Road, Carmel Valley and Carmel-by-the-Sea. Where to sip, stay, things to do.
June 8, 2021
CA Itineraries
Unique Sipping Experiences: Calistoga and St. Helena Wineries in the Napa Valley
These Calistoga and St. Helena wineries offer some of the most beautiful and unique wine tasting experiences in the Napa Valley.
June 3, 2021
Colorado
The Ultimate Wine Road Trip…Through Colorado
This itinerary pairs a Colorado road trip with Colorado wineries. Plenty to do…including sipping in Colorado Springs, Paonia wineries and Palisade.
June 1, 2021
New Jersey
Exploring Cape May Wineries
With one AVA and seven wineries, Cape May is the perfect East Coast destination for wine lovers. More on Cape May wineries and things to do.
May 26, 2021
ITINERARIES
Great Lakes to Great Wine. Uncorking Michigan Wineries
The ultimate Michigan wine country guide. From Leelanau wineries, Traverse City and even Detroit, Michigan wineries do not disappoint.
May 24, 2021
Beyond the Vines
Sipping in Traverse City Wineries & Going Beyond the Vines
Carpe Travel’s Michigan Wine Travel Guide shares the top Traverse City wineries the sip in…and other things to do that go beyond the vines.
May 23, 2021
Contributing Writer
The Perfect Itinerary to Sip in Lehigh Valley Wineries
You can’t hit all 30 Lehigh Valley wineries in one weekend, but this itinerary will get you on your way to discovering this Pennsylvania wine region.
May 19, 2021
Contributing Writer
Wisconsin Wine Country: Two Days Sipping Along the Great River Road
Road tripping through Wisconsin via the Great River Road, or just out to explore Wisconsin wine country, this itinerary is a palette pleaser.
May 14, 2021
Contributing Writer
Wisconsin Wine Country: Two Day Itinerary for Door County Wineries
With eight wineries and endless things to do, this weekend itinerary lays out how best to sip in Door County wineries and all the area offers.
May 14, 2021
Contributing Writer
Where to Stay in Wisconsin Wine Country
As part of the Wisconsin Wine Country Travel Guide, we have uncorked a few of the best places to stay while pouring into the Wisconsin wine country.
May 14, 2021
Contributing Writer
10 Wisconsin Wineries that Wow!
These 10 Wisconsin wineries provide a sample of the great history, wine and views that make wine tasting in Wisconsin worthwhile.
May 14, 2021
ITINERARIES
Ultimate Sipping Itinerary: Lake Erie Wineries, Pennsylvania Wine Country
Lake Erie in Pennsylvania is one of the more interesting and underappreciated wine regions in the US. Top Lake Erie wineries, where to stay and eat.
May 12, 2021
New Mexico
Vivo VINO! Top New Mexico Wineries to Pour Into
New Mexico certainly lives up to its nickname, the Land of Enchantment…including New Mexico wine. Here we uncork the top New Mexico wineries to sip in.
May 11, 2021
CA Itineraries
The Perfect Two-Day Itinerary for Sipping in Anderson Valley Wineries
Pick and choose among the places on this two-day itinerary to craft your perfect 48 hours sipping in Anderson Valley wineries.
May 10, 2021
Mexico
The Central Mexico Wine Region
A local guide to the Central Mexico wine region. Everything you need to know to sip in San Miguel de Allende and Queretaro Mexico wineries.
May 5, 2021
ITINERARIES
Valle de Guadalupe: Where to Sip, Stay, Eat, and Things to do
The ultimate guide to Valle de Guadalupe wine region – how and when to go, the top Valle de Guadalupe wineries, where to stay, eat and things to do.
May 5, 2021
Mexico
Get to Know the Wines of Mexico, it’s Terroir & Grapes
Mexico grows 40+ different wine grapes. Our Mexican Wine Country Travel Guide pours into the terroir and grapes that produce the wines of Mexico.
May 4, 2021
Contributing Writer
Where to Sip, Stay and Things to do in the Texas Hill Country
The ultimate weekend itinerary for sipping in the Texas Hill Country wineries, restaurants and activities
May 1, 2021
Contributing Writer
Florida Wine: Sip in the Terroir, History & Muscadine Grape
As part of our Florida Wine Country Travel Guide, we’ve poured into the state’s terroir, history and infamous Muscadine wine.
April 28, 2021
Contributing Writer
Where to Sip: Florida Wine Festivals
There are many sip worthy wine festivals across the state of Florida. These are some of the top Florida wine festivals to get you started.
April 28, 2021
Contributing Writer
Explore Florida Wine Country at These Top Wine Bars
Not all great tasting experiences happen among the vines. Sip in all that Florida wine country has to offer at these Florida wine bars.
April 28, 2021
Contributing Writer
Five Fabulously Sip Worthy Florida Wineries
Wine tasting in Florida? These five Florida wineries are fabulously sip worthy.
April 28, 2021
Contributing Writer
Discover Augusta: Where to Sip. Stay. Things to do.
The Augusta wine country in Missouri is an emerging region that ready to be poured into. Ultimate guide – Augusta wineries, where to stay, things to do.
April 26, 2021