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Follow our local blogger, as she explores everything that makes Yountville and the Napa Valley unique. Read below for tips on where to wine taste, day trips to the Napa Valley, luxury hotel stays, exceptional winery experiences and upcoming events.
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The Santa Train
It’s Christmas Time in the Napa Valley! The Holiday season is a great time to visit Yountville and the Napa Valley, especially as a family. The...
The Prisoner Wine Company
Napa Valley is known for its impressive views, delicious food, bold wines, and unforgettable experiences. Recently opened The Prisoner Wine Company...
BV: Anniversary Georges de Latour Wine Tasting
Wine Tasting in Napa Valley: 80th Anniversary Georges de Latour Tasting ExperienceA trip to Wine Country can feel overwhelming with so many...
Harvest Tips for Yountville & Napa Valley
When the mornings get little crisper and the days get a little shorter I know it means my favorite time of the year in the Napa Valley is here....
Barkessono
One of my least favorite parts of traveling is having to leave my favorite four legged friend behind. I always wish that our dog, Dr. Indiana Jones...
Girls Night at Coqueta
There is a new place in town and you do NOT want to miss out! Coqueta Napa Valley is the newest addition to the already impressive Yountville Dining...
1881 Napa
1881 Napa is Napa Valley’s newest tasting room and the first and only Napa Wine History Museum. Located in Oakville, next to the Oakville Grocery,...
Instagramable Yountville
Yountville is the perfect place to let your Instagram and selfie skills shine. With one mile of unique shops, fabulous tasting rooms, extraordinary...
May Events in Yountville and the Napa Valley-2
Second Annual Inspire Napa Valley Wine Weekend The Estate Friday, May 3 - Sunday, May 5, 2019 Inspire Napa Valley (INV), benefiting the Alzheimer’s...
Wine Train Gourmet Express Lunch
Planning a trip to Yountville and the Napa Valley can be overwhelming with so much to do and see! As someone that has spent a good deal of time...
The Best Cocktails in Yountville
Yountville is known for its strollable streets, unparalleled cuisine, and fantastic wine, but did you also know that it has an impressive cocktail...
Yountville Secrets
Yountville might only be a mile long but it is packed with amazing wine, food and Wine Country experiences. Read below to learn about some of the...
A Staycation at The Estate Yountville (Previously Hotel Villagio)
It’s Cabernet Season in the Napa Valley! Mustard is in bloom, crowds are smaller and it's the perfect time for a staycation in Yountville, the heart...
Sterling Vineyards Sparkling Experience
One of my favorite things to do on a Saturday is to find a new and exciting experiences in the Napa Valley; I am also always looking for the next...
Handwritten Cottage Experience
The day after Thanksgiving has traditionally been a day for wine tasting in my family. We pack into a couple cars and explore new and...
Yountville Insider Tips
Experience Yountville like a local! I am always looking for insider tips when I am traveling. Locals have the inside scope on the best places to...
SMF-The Quickest, Closest, and Friendliest Airport
I love to travel. Exploring new cities and countries is always exciting. My favorite airport to fly in and out of the bay area is the...
Picnic Fun at Provenance Vineyards
If you are looking to plan a relaxing day in the Napa Valley, Provenance Vineyards is a must stop. Provenance Vineyards is one of the few wineries...
A Getaway at Hotel Yountville
Located in the Heart of the Napa Valley, Yountville is the perfect place to stay while exploring the Napa Valley. Whether you are coming for a girls...
The Perfect Stroll
Summer is in full swing in Yountville and the Napa Valley. Days are longer and the weather is heating up. It is the perfect time to perfect your...
The Perfect Picnic
The sun is shining and the flowers are blooming in the Napa Valley. As we move into our perfect spring and summer weather, locals and visitors alike...
Wine Train Legacy Tour
The Napa Valley Wine Train has been a staple of the Napa Valley landscape for three decades. Primarily made up of Pullman Standard...
2024 April Events in Yountville and the Napa Valley
As the golden rays of April sun kiss the lush landscapes of Yountville and Napa Valley, the region awakens to a season of rejuvenation and...
Arts in April
Everyone knows that Yountville and Napa Valley are known for their wine, food and hospitality but few know that the Napa Valley is also...
2024 March Events in Yountville and Around the Napa Valley
Experience the magic of March in Yountville and Napa Valley as the region awakens to the promise of spring. As winter fades away, vineyards begin to...
Cabernet Season at Provenance Vineyards
There is never a bad time to visit the Napa Valley, but visiting in the winter is one of our best kept secrets. During Cabernet Season, that's what...
Tips To Have The Best Day Wine Tasting
Wine tasting can seem overwhelming if you have never been before. Here are some tips on how to be best prepared to have your best day wine tasting. ...
Yountville International Short Film Festival
Yountville International Short Film Festival February 8-11, 2018 ‘The Best Intermission in Short Film’ The Yountville Int’l Short Film Festival...
Brunch at Lucy Restaurant and Bar
After a night of Christmas celebrations my favorite thing to do on Boxing Day is head to one of the amazing Brunch spots in the Napa...
JCB Salon Privé
One of my favorite places to go in Yountville is the JCB Tasting Salon, located at the corner of Washington Street and Mulberry in the JCB Village. ...