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A Quick Trip to Napa Valley
Napa Valley is a world-class wine region, known for its incredible vineyards, award winning wineries, and Michelin-rated restaurants. When planning a trip, it can definitely get a bit overwhelming with the vast options and the multiple dollar signs. However, with a little planning, you can create an itinerary that is perfectly curated to your desires. It can take almost 2 hours to reach each of Napa Valley’s 4 constituent towns: Napa proper, Yountville, St. Helena, and Calistoga. For this post, I am going to focus on Napa proper and Yountville. These are the towns closest to San Francisco and it only takes about an hour drive to get to either.…
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6 Must Try Restaurants in Aruba
Aruba has an incredible and diverse dinning scene that incorporates their classic Dutch heritage, South American influence, and beyond. We explored new restaurants every day from local favorites to some of the most popular among travelers! Prior to our trip I wasn’t the biggest fan of seafood, but Aruba converted me with its fresh, delicious, and endless variety. And if you’re looking to take your dining experience to the next level, be sure to check out a trusted site like https://www.aperitif.com/michelin-star-restaurant-bali/ for the best assistance. Here’s also my list of must-visit restaurants in no particular order. Passions on the Beach If you’re looking for a romantic or special dining experience,…
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The Perfect Place to Stay in Sonoma County, Geyserville Inn
Sonoma County is a beautiful region located 30 to 80 miles north of San Francisco filled with hundreds of incredible wineries, Michelin-rated restaurants, breathtaking hikes, and so much more. This past month I had the opportunity to stay at the lovely Geyserville Inn located in the charming small town of Geyserville. If you’re planning a trip to California’s wine country then I highly recommend booking a stay at the Geyserville Inn! They have all the amenities you could ever want and are located in a perfect spot for wine tasting, hiking, or simply enjoying a little rest and relaxation. The Tuscany Suite During my visit at the Geyserville Inn, I…
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How to Wine Taste in Italy Without Breaking the Bank
When planning my trip to Italy the number one thing I wanted to do was visit an Italian winery. However, this was more challenging than I expected. My girlfriend, Morgan, and I had originally booked a tour to the Chianti wine region but once we got there it was canceled due to All Saints’ Day. We weren’t quite sure what to do next. I insisted on figuring out a way though and through a lot of research and a bit of whimsicalness we were able to go wine tasting. Failed first attempt Originally I went through a tour company and scheduled a wine tour with a cooking class for about $100 each. This included transportation to…
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Why first time visitors should visit Sonoma County over Napa Valley
For those who follow me, you may know I live in the beautiful wine country region of California, more specifically in Sonoma county. I have worked in both Napa Valley and Sonoma County during my time here. The two are approximitely 30 minutes to an hour apart from one another and have hundreds of wineries to explore. I love each for different reasons, but, I think those visiting for the first time should start with Sonoma County. Napa Valley has more name recognition, but in my personal experience Sonoma County has more to offer for those who are new to moderate wine drinkers. Sonoma County Sonoma County consists of…
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3 days in London
To start I just wanted to apologize to all my readers for the very delayed post on my recent trip to London. Having just started a new semester and all the other craziness that comes with January I have been off my game. However, I am very thankful for each reader I have. I hope you enjoy reading this post as much as I did writing it! After having spent three days in Dublin my group then boarded our short flight to London where we would spend the last part of our trip. I have been to London once before for a weekend visit when abroad and loved it. London…
