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When you think of California wine, you don’t usually think of San Diego wine, but San Diego county, with its Mediterranean climate, has many excellent wineries. San Diego is a perfect getaway destination from almost anywhere. San Diego has an international airport, it is close to another California wine destination called Temecula, and it is …
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California, making almost ninety percent of American Wine, is the leading wine-producing state in the US. A Temecula wine getaway is the perfect way to spend a weekend away from many places but especially San Diego and Los Angeles. There is something for everyone when it comes to Temecula wine. In Temecula, you can find …
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You may not know this, but Buellton is known for great eateries and wine, especially Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Buellton’s unique weather is the secret behind its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The combination of warm days and cool nights is just the right balance for producing these delicate grapes. The pleasant weather also makes this …
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Santa Maria Valley is an American Viticultural Area located in Northern Santa Barbara County and San Luis Obispo County. Santa Maria Valley, with its sunshine and cool Mediterranean climate, is perfect for growing wine grapes. In truth, there is so much more to Santa Maria Valley than just wine. The valley is also known for …
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Paso Robles is a charming city perfect for a wine getaway. Located halfway between Los Angeles and San Fransico, Paso Robles is California’s fastest-growing wine region. But what makes it a perfect town for a getaway is that it is home to artisan winemakers, farmers, and chefs. Additionally, there are a couple of wonderful places …
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Livermore wine tasting is quite possibly northern California’s hidden gem. Just 30 miles outside San Francisco, tranquil Tri-Valley awaits wine explorers. Secured by the quaint town of Livermore, the region boasts many great restaurants, and of course, amazing wine. Additionally, Tri-Valley made up of three valleys that come together, creates this amazing wine region of …
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We’ve partnered with Hotels.com to bring you this northern California adventure… We lived in California for almost eight years and never visited Yosemite or Sequoia National Parks. This year we planned a seven-week California wine road trip that included both parks. We were so happy we did. Yosemite, located near the charming town of Mariposa, …
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Have you ever thought about taking a Galapagos cruise? Like probably many people, we have dreamed of visiting the Galapagos all our lives. We love nature and animals. Additionally, we had heard that the animals of the Galapagos have no fear of humans, so this increased our desire to visit. The Galapagos is one of …
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Napa Valley is a food and wine lovers fantasy come to life. Spanning towns such as Napa, Rutherford, Yountville, St. Helena, and Calistoga, Napa Valley has lovely vineyards and charming downtowns. In addition to the great Napa wine tasting, there are many Michelin-starred restaurants in Napa. But you do not have to spend a fortune …
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Sonoma is a great day trip from many places. Also, Sonoma is a historical city in northern California nestled in the heart of the Sonoma Valley winemaking country. Downtown Sonoma, known for its art galleries and the colonial-era Sonoma Plaza, has a rustic charm. Hence, surrounding this plaza are19th-century adobe buildings, including Mission San Francisco …
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Drive less than an hour north from San Francisco, and you will reach Santa Rosa. Our California road trip took us from Mendocino to Santa Rosa. Santa Rosa is an energetic city with a lively downtown, historic attractions, green parks, and great restaurants. Also, the area directly surrounding Santa Rosa is a stunningly beautiful even …
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Perched on a wave-carved bluff, squeezed between dense forests and a restless sea, you will find Mendocino, California. Undeniably, Mendocino is a charming, tranquil little town with breathtaking oceanside views. In truth, the beauty extends outside the city to the whole county. But, Mendocino is known for more than its stunning Pacific Ocean coastline, it …
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San Francisco is a popular tourist destination. It is known for its cool summers, fog, steep rolling hills, eclectic architecture, the Golden Gate Bridge, and cable cars. What time of year is the best time to visit San Francisco? I’ll get to that in a few minutes, but first, we have put together a great …
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Montana is a western state known for its wide-open spaces, cowboys, and big skies. Montana is a place where the pace of life is a bit slower and more relaxed. The population of Montana is low for its size, so there is lots of space, and that space is scenic, mountainous and full of wildlife. …
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Few states have more National Parks than Utah. Actually, only two beat Utah and I tell you about those in a few minutes. Utah’s National Parks, referred to as the Mighty 5 are stunning. Exploring Utah’s National Parks is a must-do adventure. If you are like us, to get the most out of our travel …
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Salt Lake City is a vibrant, tidy city sitting in the shadow of the Wasatch and Oquirrh Mountains. In addition, it is the capital of Utah, but for a capital city, it is not congested. There are so many things to do in Salt Lake City that it is a perfect destination for a weekend …
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With its spires, steeples, and turrets Prague is a city from which fairy tales spring to life. It’s no wonder that Prague’s nickname is the “City of a Hundred Spires.” I have read that there are more than 500 spires in the city, but someone coined the phrase, and it stuck. Prague reminds me of …
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There are so many fun things to do in Portland Oregon. We spent two days there and had such a great time. But before I tell you about the things we did, a few interesting facts you probably didn’t know about Portland. Portland is a walkable city filled with green spaces making it a great …
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If you are a wine lover, foodie or historian you want to visit the Columbia Gorge Wine Country. In short, flanked by the Hood River, the Columbia Gorge Wine Country with its breathtaking views is diverse. Given these points, it is the perfect choice for a girls getaway, weekend wine tasting, or exploring. For a …
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Adventure awaits you in the friendly and welcoming city of Seattle. Seattle is an exciting urban city surrounded by water and mountains. Seattle is an amazing city for urban adventures. Also, there are world-class restaurants, fine boutique hotels, and lots of one of a kind things to explore. The city is easy to explore on foot or by car …
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