How to Taste Wine Like a Pro
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Featured | Italy | Piedmont | Wine 101 | Wine Pairings
Barbaresco & Barolo Wine Pairing Tips Direct from Piedmont
Tips and tricks for Barbaresco and Barolo wine pairing with tips from the winemakers. Recipes and pairing ideas, both traditional and unique. Buon appetito!
The Royal Gorge: Things to see and do
The Royal Gorge is one of Colorado’s not so hidden gems to explore. Outdoor activities galore, wineries, cideries and so much more!
Piedmont Wine: An intro to the grapes and wines
As part of our Piedmont Wine Travel Guide, we’ve shared all you need to know about the grapes and wines produced in Italy’s Piedmont wine region.
What’s the difference between Prosecco and Champagne?
Prosecco vs Champagne? Aren’t they the same? Not at all. We’ve broken down the difference between Prosecco and Champagne for you in our Wine 101 series.
Guide to Sipping North Carolina’s Wine Trails
Your quick guide to sipping in seven dedicated North Carolina Wine Trails, all designed to explore NC wine country.
Want to Learn About Wine?
Carpe Travel brings you the best ways to learn about wine. Find out which wine education path is the right fit for you here!
How to explore new regions – even when you can’t travel.
How can you explore new regions when you can’t travel? Through food and wine. We “visited” Spain with this food and wine pairing for Tortilla Espanola.
Isn’t all Wine Natural?
The term “Natural Wine” is ambiguous and different groups have varying definitions. We break it down and share tips on how to find ones worth sipping.
Eco-Friendly Wines to Celebrate Everything Green
Want to sip more sustainable wines, Carpe Travel has listed some of the best organic, biodynamic, vegan or sustainable wines available today. Cheers to raising an Eco-friendly glass!
Pouring into the Slow Wine Movement to Sip in a Greener Glass
What is the Slow Wine movement? How can you support it along with wineries that are working towards a sustainable future? The Slow Wine guide book.
The Hottest Trend in How to Learn About Wine = Wine TV EDUtainment
Wine has become a hot ticket for movies and now wine TV shows. Here are three we recommend to learn about wine. Sip in a little wine edu-tainment.
The Best Wine and Booze Delivery Services
Sip back and relax, these wine and alcohol delivery services will keep you stocked.
A review of the VingardeValise Wine Suitcase- Our Favorite Wine Travel Case
Traveling with wine doesn’t always easily pair, at least it didn’t before the VingardeValise wine suitcase. See Carpe Travel’s review of the VingardeValise wine suitcase.
Family-Friendly Hotels in Napa Valley
Doing wine country without the whine = staying at family friendly resorts or hotels. Here are a few family friendly hotels in Napa Valley to check into.
Understanding the Roots of New York Wine Country
There is a lot to uncork in New York, including wine country. We’ve poured into a lot of fun and interesting facts about the New York Wine Country to give you some trivia before your next sipping adventures.
The Best of the Best – Things to Do in San Antonio
San Antonio is in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, but sipping wine isn’t the only thing. Discover the best of the best of things to do in San Antonio.
How to do New Orleans with Kids…and Their Grandparents
Heading to New Orleans with kids, and maybe some grandparents too? Take a look at some of Carpe Travel’s top recommendations on things to do in New Orleans with kids.
Top 12 Things to do in Walla Walla…Beyond the Vines
Wine is what typically brings people to visit Walla Walla, but there is so much more to do in the wine country when you venture beyond the vines. See our top recommendations.
Where to Stay in the Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country
The editor at Carpe Travel uncorks the top places to stay during your next Santa Ynez Valley wine vacation.
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 takes you along the Colorado River, in and out of vineyards, tasting rooms, orchards and fruit…
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.
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.
California | Central Coast | Featured | wine
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.
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 – and adventures – to help you pair the perfect wine tasting in Colorado.
Featured | Pennsylvania | wine
Exploring the Pennsylvania Wine Trails
Sipping in all that the Pennsylvania wine trails have to uncork Guest Post, by Kayla Matthews Did you know the state of Pennsylvania has more than 300 wineries? It ranks 5th nationally in the amount of grapes grown and 7th in the production of wine. Pennsylvania’s moderate growing climate and ideal terrain means that it…
12 Tips for a Stress Free Family Vacation
Ok, having a stress free family vacation might be a stretch but reducing the stress is definitely possible. I’ve made my share of rookie mistakes when traveling with my kids but I’ve learned a lot along the way. Things that have helped make traveling easier and allow for an almost stress free family vacation. I…
The Intoxication of Piedmont
By Valerie Quintanilla The food, the culture, and of course the people are nearly as intoxicating as the wines of Piedmont Italy. All have now firmly planted themselves in my heart and soul. Yes, if home is where the heart is, then mine has certainly found a new one. Travel to Piedmont, Italy is an…