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Best Wineries Near Porto: Where to Go Wine Tasting From Porto
Few cities are as bound up with wine as Porto. The city gave its name to Port, and the famous lodges of…
Best Wineries Near Milan: Where to Go Wine Tasting From Milan
Milan is better known for fashion and design than for wine, yet some of Italy's most refined wine country sits right on…
Best Wineries Near Austin: Where to Go Wine Tasting From Austin
For wine lovers in Austin, some of the best wine country in the United States sits practically on the doorstep. The Texas…
Best Wineries Near NYC: Where to Go Wine Tasting From New York City
New Yorkers do not need to travel far for genuinely good wine country. Less than a hundred miles east of Manhattan, the…
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…