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How to Save on Wine Tastings: Card Perks, Passes & Winery Deals
Wine tasting used to be a courtesy. Now, in Napa and Sonoma, a seated tasting can run $40 to $75 — and…
How to Use Points & Miles to Plan a Wine Country Trip
It took me a long time to figure out most flights and hotels for a wine trip can be paid for with…
North Adriatic Wine & Travel Guide: Exploring Italy, Slovenia & Croatia
Let’s explore the North Adriatic. I am referring to the northernmost part of the Adriatic Sea, which is a section of the…
How to Go Wine Tasting in California’s Edna Valley & San Luis Obispo Wine Country
Edna Valley wine country is compact, with 13 of about 30 total wineries within a few miles of downtown San Luis Obispo.…
10 Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in Europe 2026
Visit These Gorgeous European Christmas Markets in 2026 Here at Winetraveler, Christmas in Europe means one thing: mulled wine! And the best…
20 Unique Wineries to Visit Around the World in 2026
Unique Wineries & Wine Tasting Experiences Not to Miss This Year All Over the World Sipping wine at a châteaux in France,…
Here’s Where to Go For a Beach Vacation in Europe This Summer
Ideal Summer European Beach Destinations for 2024 If you're daydreaming of a summer getaway to Europe, make it a reality. Although many…
Winery Season: Best Times of Year to Go Wine Tasting
The Best Season(s) to Go Wine Tasting & Vineyard Hopping Seasonal wine travel offers adventure and culture enthusiasts an opportunity to taste…
The Most Beautiful Squares in Europe to Visit This Year
Piazza, plaza, place, platz... each language has its own word for square. Although these 'squares' usually have four sides, we're not talking…
Top 10 Wine Regions to Consider Visiting in 2023
Now is the time to start planning your trips for the upcoming year. Here are some spots that we think you should…
Beach Vacation Ideas Around the World for Wine Lovers
Top Beach Vacations For Wine Lovers As a wine lover, going for a holiday will sometimes require you to choose between going…
Should You Stay at an Airbnb or a Hotel? Key Factors to Consider
Advertiser Disclosure Whether you're traveling for business or just for fun, you will need to decide where to stay, and that decision…