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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Presidents & Wine. Why Thomas Jefferson is still the most wine-savvy POTUS
When it comes to wine, Thomas Jefferson is still the most wine-savvy POTUS we’ve had, not to mention America’s first great wine connoisseur. Why? 6 main reasons.
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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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From A to Z: Top Wine Festivals in Every State Not to Miss
The number of wine festivals popping up across the nation are increasing. However, not all are created equal. Here are some of America’s best (food and) wine festivals in each of the 50 United States. This list will be...
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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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Sip and Stay: Winery Hotels in the United States
It’s one thing to visit wine country, it’s another to be immersed in it. These winery hotels are worth planning your next trip around.
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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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When in Munich…drink wine!
Germany is famous for its beer and sausage, especially the city of Munich – the capital of Bavaria – and the home of the annual Oktoberfest celebration. But, did you know Bavaria is also famous for its wine? One...
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Three Perfect Pairings for Wine Tasting and Golfing
By Jordan Fuller, guest writer Golf and wine often go hand-in-hand as two classy experiences. But, can we really do both on a single trip? Yes. Having spent the last year traveling around the United States and visiting more...
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The Best Australian Wine Regions to Visit
By Irene Seah, guest writer Australian wines have a strong international presence for a reason – they’re good! Australia ranks sixth in the world’s wine production, producing more than 770 million litres of wine annually. But, it’s not just...
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Blend. Bottle. Cork. A Colorado Wine Blending Experience
Be a winemaker for a day at Continental Divide Winery in Breckenridge It is one thing to go to a wine tasting, it’s another to do a wine blending where you make your own wine. I had my first...
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The tale of a European sommelier turned California winemaker
Interview with a Winemaker: Leo Hansen, Stuhlmuller Vineyards (and Leo Steen Wines) I’m a huge fan of Cabernet Sauvignon, which Alexander Valley in Sonoma County is known for, yet I’ve never spent time sipping my way through the valley....
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TRAVEL PHOTO ROULETTE #125
And the winner of TRAVEL PHOTO ROULETTE #125 is… When you think of roadside attractions and tourist diversions you may think of a life-size Tyrannosaurus rex you can climb, an ice cream shop built inside a 30ft milk bottle...
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Green Travel Trash Talk: 10 Simple (and fun) Beach Clean-up Ideas
It’s summer! Well, at least according to the school calendar here in Colorado. While it may not be beach weather – yet – we are gearing up for a spending a few weeks in Florida. For millions of Americans,...
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