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10 Best Luxury Wine Tours & Destinations in Greece

Best Luxury Wine Tours and Destinations to Visit in Greece Wine plays a significant role in Greek culture and religion. Back in the ancient world, Greece was one of the most important winemaking regions…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Aug 2023 · Tour Guide

10 Best Piedmont Wine Tours & Wine Tastings for 2026

Learn About and Book the Best Wine Tours in Piedmont This Year Welcome to your travel guide for exploring Piedmont. Nestled in the enchanting landscape of northwest Italy, the Piedmont wine region beckons travelers…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

10 Best Things to Do in Naples Italy During 2025

Best Things to Do in Naples in 2025 Naples, Italy is a hidden gem. It's a cultural and foodie mecca for visitors wanting a truly authentic Italian experience. Plan to embrace the vibrant energy…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2025 · Roundup

10 Charming Italian Towns To Visit if You Love Food and Wine

Top Charming Italian Towns to Visit in 2026 The entire country of Italy is a dream for food and wine lovers. Dining in cities like Rome or Milan offer endless options for traditional Italian…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Dec 2025 · Guide

10 Most Picturesque Wine Regions For Photography Lovers

If you're a true wine lover, you probably think that all wine regions are beautiful. And most are! But if you're traveling to taste the tannins as well as capture the essence of the…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2026 · Guide

15 Best McLaren Vale Wineries & Wine Tours to Try 2026

Best Wineries & Wine Tours to Experience in South Australia's McLaren Vale Wine Region The McLaren Vale wine region is just 40 minutes south of Adelaide on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The region’s proximity to…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Jan 2026 · Tour Guide

15 Best Tuscany Wine Tours & Wine Tastings for 2026

Tuscany is the region wine travelers dream about — rolling Chianti hills, medieval hilltop towns, and estates where the Sangiovese in your glass was grown on the slope outside the window. The fastest way…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

19 Surprising Red Wine Health Benefits to Know About

Editor's Note: New red wine benefits are included below! Remember, moderation is key to reap the most benefits. Resveratrol, Found in Red Wine, May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease - Plus Ellagic Acid May Aid…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Nov 2023 · Guide

25 Best Amador County Wineries & Tasting Rooms 2026

Best Amador County Wineries, Tasting Rooms and Tours for 2026 Now that we’ve introduced you to Amador County, it’s time to start planning a Winetraveler adventure through the region’s 3,700 acres of vines and…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Mar 2026 · Tour Guide

25 Best Things To Do in Florence Italy During 2026

Learn About the Best Things To Do in Florence Italy: Visitor's City Travel Guide Tuscany may just be Italy's most beautiful region. Its largest city, Florence -- Firenze, in Italian -- is famous for…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2026 · Roundup

25 Best Things to Do in Venice Italy 2026: City Travel Guide

These Are Some of the Best Things to Do When Visiting Venice Italy This Year “There is something so different in Venice from any other place in the world, that you leave at once…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Jan 2026 · Roundup

29 Best Wineries in Tuscany & Top Vineyard Resorts 2026

Best Wineries in Tuscany, Winery Resorts and the Best Places to Go Wine Tasting in 2026 One of the most popular wine destinations in the world is undoubtedly Tuscany. Everywhere you go in Tuscany…

By Kristen Oliveri · Updated Jul 2026 · Winery Guide

3 Day Lodi Wine Tasting Itinerary: Unique Experiences Beyond the Wine

Creedance Clearwater may have written a song about getting stuck in Lodi, but after reading this itinerary, that won’t seem like such a bad deal. A quick trip from San Francisco or Sacramento airports,…

By Carrie Dykes · Updated Jul 2024 · Tour Guide

30 Authentic Best Things to Do in Milan in 2024

Thinking of planning a trip to Italy? Discover some of the best things to do in Milan, from rooftop bars and restaurants to luxury hotels and wine tasting experiences. Welcome to Milan, one of…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2024 · Guide

Best Columbia River Gorge Wineries to Visit in 2026

Travel Through Wine: Best Way to Explore the Columbia River Gorge If there’s a prettier spot in the Pacific Northwest, we’re not sure we’ve seen it. Located within both Oregon and Washington State, the…

By Mark Stock · Updated Jan 2026 · Winery Guide

Best Florence Wine Tours, Wine Tastings & Day Trips 2026

Learn About and Book the Best Wine Tours & Wine Tasting Experiences near Florence, Italy Florence is not just famous for its Renaissance art, historic architecture like the Duomo, and the Uffizi Gallery, but…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

Best Italian Wineries, Vineyard Resorts & Tours 2026

Best Italian Wineries, Vineyard Resorts & Wine Tasting Tours in 2026 Editor's Note: This is a recurring travel guide to visiting some of the best wineries in Italy. Note that this is by no…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

Best Red Mountain Wineries to Visit for Wine Tasting in 2024

Don't Sleep on Washington State's Red Mountain Wine Region If you have not heard of Red Mountain, it’s only a matter of time until you do. Arguably Washington State’s most unique American Viticultural Area…

By Mark Stock · Updated Dec 2023 · Tour Guide

Best Temperature To Store Wine: Optimal Storage Techniques

Storing wine for both the short and long term can have a significant impact on the flavor and aroma of the wine when you eventually pop the cork. No wine is created equal, but…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jul 2022 · Guide

Best Wines to Pair with Different Kinds of Pizza

It's been a long week, and you simply don't feel like cooking. There's nothing more comforting than ordering pizza from your favorite takeout spot. Or maybe you're just pulling a frozen pie out? Now…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jul 2026 · Guide

Chianti Itinerary: Visit for 5 Days of Exploration

Tuscany is one of Italy’s most well-known and highly regarded wine regions, particularly to those of us outside of Italy. We’ve all seen the images of the rolling hills covered with vineyards and olive…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Aug 2023 · Guide

Discover Australia’s Best Wine Regions & How to Visit

Australian Wine Regions: 65 Sub-Regions, Over 2,500 Wineries to Visit Recently, Wine Australia took to the States with a “Far From Ordinary” roadshow. The event, which housed the largest collection of Australian wineries under…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Dec 2024 · Guide

Explore the Hidden Gems of Emilia-Romagna: Medieval Cities, Fine Wines, and Unforgettable Cuisine

If you are a traveler who likes to head off the beaten path, then Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy is the place to be. A far less touristy region than its neighbors Lombardy and Veneto…

By Allison Levine · Updated Jan 2026 · Guide

Finger Lakes Itinerary: How To Spend a Long Weekend in Seneca Lake

The Finger Lakes of New York State have long been a vacation spot for downstaters and for Western New Yorkers. Named for the long, narrow lakes that run north-south in the center of the…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Apr 2024 · Guide

Guide to Visiting the Tri-Valley, California’s Oldest Wine Region

The Tri-Valley region consists of three valleys – Livermore, Amador, and San Ramon. Its wineries are primarily centered in Livermore Valley. It benefits from natural air conditioning provided by the region’s proximity to the…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Jul 2026 · Guide

How Red Wine Is Made: The Winemaking Process Step By Step

Learn How Red Wine is Made According to an Experienced Winemaker After harvest and crush, when the sweet juice of the fruit of the season is at long last captured, the real winemaking begins.…

By Maisie Lyman · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Siena: Yes, It’s Worth a Stop on Your Next Trip to Italy

Thinking of heading to Tuscany? Here's why you should visit Siena Italy certainly has no shortage of world-famous tourist destinations. It holds such beautiful cities as Rome, Venice, Florence, and many more. Siena is…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Table for Two in Tuscany: Romantic Itinerary for Places to Eat, Stay, Drink & Explore

Tuscany is not in a hurry. Arguably the most famous region in Italy – and yes, we say arguably because Italians have very, very strong opinions – Tuscany is steeped in history, culture, and…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Jan 2026 · Guide

Taking The Back Road: History, Intrigue & Regional Styles of Chianti Classico Wines

My left hand gripped the steering wheel of the rented Alfa Romeo just a bit harder as I downshifted from third into second, eased off the gas and managed to avoid the scooters that…

By John Lenart · Updated Jun 2022 · Guide

Top Small Towns in Italy to Visit Famous for Wine (2026)

Best Picks for Small Towns in Italy to Visit Famous for Wine (Wineries & Wine Tour Options Included) Editor's Note: This travel guide to some of Italy's best small towns famous for wine or…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Dec 2025 · Guide

Tuscany’s Hidden Gems: Exquisite Hotels, Wineries & Restaurants

Unearthing the Hidden Gems of Tuscany In many ways, everything is hidden in Tuscany. A small, organic winery. A family-run agriturismo. A luxury hotel tucked inside a medieval village. Or even a mind-blowing, hole-in-the-wall…

By Kristen Oliveri · Updated Dec 2025 · Winery Guide

Ultimate Wine & Cheese Pairing Guide: This Wine, That Cheese

Wine and Cheese Pairing Tips for Different Kinds of Wine Is there anything more classic than a wine and cheese pairing? They’re natural partners for each other and they’re the perfect way to start…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Jul 2026 · Guide

Understanding “Super Tuscan” Wines: What Does Super Tuscan Really Mean?

Super Tuscan Wine – A Wine for the Rebel I’m a big fan of wines that challenge the status quo – Super Tuscan wine makers did exactly that during the 1970s. There are a…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jun 2022 · Guide

Vegan Wine Guide: Answers to Common Questions & Recommendations

Plant-based eating is growing in popularity and, with it, the demand for vegan wine is increasing. While most people assume that wine is—by default—free of animal products, the actual situation is a bit more…

By Margot Bigg · Updated Jun 2023 · Guide

Where To Go Wine Tasting in Malibu California

Top Wine Tasting Experiences in Malibu for 2026 For Winetravelers keen on wine and waves, Malibu is the place to go. What's more, you'll have opportunities for celebrity spotting, surfing, beachcombing, hiking, cycling, yoga,…

By Jeff Bareilles · Updated Dec 2025 · Tour Guide

What’s the Difference Between Dry Wine & Sweet Wine?

Dry vs. Sweet Wine Explained One of the first things a sommelier attempts to determine during a deductive wine tasting is the sweetness level of the wine he or she is drinking. At the…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Nov 2023 · Guide