As far as travel destinations go, Napa and Sonoma counties, in Northern California, are two of the most trammeled spots on the Pacific coast. Most people come for the wine and great food. They tour around. They get recommendations from other people they meet along the way. And they stumble upon fantastic recommendations that make the trip memorable.
Colonial Williamsburg meticulously re-creates the crucial period of 1750 to 1775, the end of the colonial era and the anxious eve of the Revolutionary War. The level of detail is astonishing, from the actors who portray Revolutionary-era statesmen, blacksmiths, wig makers and slaves to the flocks of squawking ducks and grazing sheep.
The Castel Monastero sits in one of the most beautiful stretches of Tuscany; the Ombrone Valley, just 23km from Siena. Surrounded by four hectares of vineyards, chestnut forests and cypress trees, the Resort was originally a medieval village called Monastero dell’Ombrone; the records of the village dating back as far as 1050.
Monterey is a place which apart from its historical importance is known for its natural virtues making one of the popular tourist destinations. This place is well known for its magnificent coastline which attracts thousands of visitors from worldwide every year. It is a town in the state of California is fast gaining popularity as a first class tourist destination
Nearly three decades ago, Auberge du Soleil, one of Northern California’s most revered dining establishments, opened the doors of its inn, a handful of maisons scattered across a 33-acre hillside olive grove in Napa Valley.
The Farmhouse Inn is located in Forestville, California (just 1 1/2 hours north of San Francisco) – the hub of the Russian River Valley, literally minutes from hundreds of wineries and world-class restaurants. Surrounded by the towns of Healdsburg and Santa Rosa, the Sonoma Coast and the Santa Rosa airport, the internationally-acclaimed Farmhouse Inn, Michelin starred Restaurant and Spa offers something for everyone.
Catching up with the latest and greatest in California’s Napa Valley. Like a fine wine, the Napa Valley itself gets better with age. I’m lucky enough to call California Wine Country home, and regularly keep tabs on new stuff on both sides of the Mayacamas Mountains. Here’s a rundown on some of the newest places to eat, taste, and relax in the Napa Valley.
Napa and Sonoma counties—the two main counties that comprise California Wine country—have a reputation as a romantic destination for couples looking to escape for a few days. In recent years, the area also has emerged as a great place for guys to unwind, either solo or with other guys. I’ve written about some of the gambling diversions in the area. With Father’s Day approaching, here’s a look at some of the other male-centric destinations and activities in and around Wine Country.
