5 Outdoor Destinations Valentine's Day Makes Even Better Looking for a unique Valentine's day destination? Why not consider an outdoor adventure! There are many beautiful and romantic outdoor destinations to choose from. Most people think of going to a restaurant or...
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Winter Hiking Gear Guide
Hiking in the Winter: Best Gear to Pack Hiking in winter has its challenges and requires a bit more preparation than a warm spring or summer hike. Not only will you need to plan for weather changes and changing temperatures, but you will need to prepare for trail...
Best Fall Destinations: A Virtual Wine Pairing with ēlicit Wine Project
Best Fall Destinations (Plus Wine Pairings!) Fall is one of my favorite times to head outside and explore the great outdoors—with crisp air, gorgeous foliage, and fun seasonal events, it's worth picking out the best fall destinations to enjoy when summer winds to a...
Napa Valley – California’s Wine Country
A mere 45 minute drive from the culture rich city of San Francisco or a 6 hour drive from the bustling city of Los Angeles; Napa Valley is a welcome retreat for anyone that loves wine, relaxation and vast stretches of green grape fields. Reminding anyone of the...
Biking Adventures around San Francisco Tiburon by the Bay
Biking Adventures around San Francisco: Tiburon by the Bay San Francisco is one of my favorite cities. Not so much for its nightlife or great city vibes, although those are great too, but for what surrounds it. Head off in almost any direction from downtown and you...
Things to do in Porto Portugal: A week of History and Wine
Some of the best activities in the beautiful city of Porto, where history and ancient architecture blend with the modern.
Guerneville is Sonoma’s Best Kept Secret
My day began on a quiet, cold morning, with the chirps of birds and the whisper of the wind through the forest. I craned my neck back as far as it could go, looking up into the canopy & trying to spot the top of Parson Jones. “Hello.” I called happily into...
The Best Way to Experience Portugal’s Douro Valley
My circumstances in coming to Portugal couldn’t have been more out of the blue. But in any case, I had made it to this amazing land of wine, beauty and cuisine. I had heard many things about Portugal and within moments of arrival was convinced this would be one of the...
Best Places to Wine & Dine in Sonoma and Napa Valley
The Ultimate Eco Wine Country Adventure For many; there isn’t much better than a tantalizing weekend sipping wines, exploring vineyards and indulging in enriching cuisine. As a wine enthusiast it is easy to strictly think about the taste and quality of the grapes that...