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Are bold cabernets and beautiful vineyard landscapes calling your name? If so, a trip to California’s Napa Valley is a must for the ultimate wine experience in the United States. Although this famous wine region is not known for being a bargain destination, Napa Valley can be done on a moderate budget with some careful planning. No…

There is a dizzying array of wineries to visit in Napa, so narrowing them down for a short trip is quite the undertaking. While I love using the tried and true method of asking friends and family for recommendations, everyone has different tastes and budgets. Truly, it’s hard to find bad wine in Napa, which…

Are you a wine lover making a long-awaited trip to Napa Valley, California?  After all, this warm, mountain-encircled valley is basically the mother of all U.S. wine regions.  Since narrowing down wineries for your Napa Valley itinerary is half the battle, today I am sharing the best stops from my own amazing trips to help…

February is an absolutely fabulous month to visit Napa Valley. It’s the perfect time to avoid pesky crowds and experience pure, unadulterated wine tasting splendidness. The Napa winter is quite mild, so you shouldn’t let the season deter you from exploring wine country at this otherwise lovely time of year. I waited years to visit…

Wondering what to do on your upcoming visit to the rolling green hills of Greve in Chianti? The truth is, the wine-soaked region of Chianti is a peaceful retreat from the craziness of Italy’s bigger cities. Sandwiched between Florence and Siena, the little towns of Chianti offer peace and quiet, fresh air, and gorgeous views.…