Summer sunset in Napa Valley vineyard

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Napa Valley’s Best BBQ Joints

Just say the word “barbeque” and the fun begins. Sure, summer gets all the glory when it comes to feasts from the grill, but why not enjoy all that savory deliciousness the whole year ‘round? Plus, barbeque has a special way of bringing people closer together – maybe it’s because of the down-home…

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Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Napa Valley

With the coastal Mayacamas mountain range to the west, the rocky Vaca mountain range on the east, and vine-covered rolling hills lining the valley floor, Napa Valley’s geography makes for picture-perfect sunsets. Spring and winter months can also lend some twilight cloud cover, which creates cotton…

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Pines & Vines: Camping in Napa Valley

Forget room service and chocolates on your pillow – sometimes wilder amenities call. Like going to sleep to the sound of crickets and awakening to birdsong. Sipping that glass of Cabernet by a campfire, under a sky full of stars. Spending the day floating on a lake. In addition to its wide range of…

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Insiders Guide: The Most Delicious Delis in Napa Valley

A perfect day in Napa Valley definitely calls for a picnic lunch to relax and take in the beautiful views. Luckily, the valley we call home boasts some pretty amazing delis that are whipping up everything you need for a perfect picnic, from farm-fresh salads and sandwiches to homemade tamales, plus…

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Best Winery, Resort, and Inn Wedding Venues

Napa Valley remains one of the most sought-after places in the country to host a destination wedding – and understandably so. With a Mediterranean-like climate, gorgeous landscapes, and world-renowned food and wine, it’s no wonder so many couples opt for a wedding amongst our rolling vineyards…

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The Most Beautiful Wineries in Napa Valley

The peaceful Napa Valley countryside is home to more than 400 wineries open to the public, each beautiful in their own way. Whether it's cozying up for a candlelit cave tasting or sipping from a private pavilion while taking in sweeping views of the rolling hills, you'll find stunning scenery at…

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Rise & Shine: The Best Bakeries and Coffee Shops in Napa Valley

Shouldn't the beginning of your Napa Valley day be as wonderful as the end of your day? Napa Valley has plenty of bakery and coffee shop options to get your morning started. Swap the wine glass and charcuterie plate for a hot latte and freshly made pastry at one of these local favorites. Model…

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2022 Best of Wine Tourism Award Winners

As vines all over Wine Country begin to awaken from their winter slumber, there’s another reason to celebrate around here: It’s awards season. And since the Great Wine Capitals Global Network recognizes Napa Valley as one of 10 Great Wine Capitals around the world (and the only one in North…

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The Best Places to Curl up by a Fireplace

Though our winters are milder than in many places, here in the Napa Valley we still love to cuddle by a fire when there’s a chill in the air (for us, that’s anywhere south of 60°). And there’s no lack of opportunity – there are countless wineries, hotels, and eating venues that feature fireplaces…

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Where to Wine & Dine in Yountville

Napa Valley is known around the world as a food and wine paradise, and nowhere is that more apparent than in the small town of Yountville. With more Michelin-rated restaurants per capita than any other destination in the US, Yountville is affectionately referred to as the culinary capital of Napa…

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