Napa Valley Travel

Fall into Fall… no need to fly back east. Head to Napa Valley! Less crowds, crisp air, world class restaurants and of course wine. Made in barns, garages, caves and castles. Choose an area – Napa, Oakville, Rutherford, St Helena or Calistoga.   Plan on visiting 3-4 wineries a day. Any more & you are over your limit. And speaking of limits, consider www.designateddrivernapa-sonoma.com/ to do the driving for you.  A black and white car should not be part of your color scheme!

Does being married or single influence Where2Stay? Do you want your hotel hip & modern or do you prefer a quiet and romantic hotel?  Sometimes you might want to “marry” the two. You will see an M (married), S (single), or an MS, (married/single) next to each hotel.

Where2Stay – From Bed & Breakfast to five star hotels, the Valley has it covered. Here are a few different choices.

Milliken Creek Inn and Spa– drive slowly or you will miss this hidden romantic retreat. This 12 room B & B located riverside in Napa along the Silverado Trail serves breakfast in bed, offers candlelit turn down service, couples massages & a “magic” hour for complimentary wine & cheese. As the website suggests, they will even provide sensual oils and a feather! What more do you need? (M)

Andaz Napa – recently renovated, this Hyatt brand puts you in the center of  Napa’s new restaurant row. Cozy up to the outdoor fire pit for a drink before dinner.  (MS)

North Block Hotel – This modern “Restoration Hardware” look fits perfectly into Yountville. Brick outside, supreme comfort inside.  Slip into luxurious Italian sheets and a great meal at the new Reddwood restaurant next door. (MS)

Solage Calistoga– nestled in the mountains outside of Calistoga, Solange offers the #1 spa in the Americans and # 10 Spa in the world. Add complimentary bicycles, adult pool & hot tub, the Michelin rated Solbar, an art collection, individual studio rooms… why leave? Oh yes, the wine tasting!  (S)

Where2Dine

The Thomas at Fagionie – once a liquor store & bar, AvroKO Hospitality Group (of Saxon & Parole in NY) restored this 5,500 sq.ft. space. Newest hot spot to hit Napa Riverfront offering a bar, 2nd floor dining room & rooftop dining w/ bar & fireplace

What else ? Mediterranean cuisine at Tarla Grill, sushi at Eiko’s, (order the special nitrogen drink made table side), chicken at Bounty Hunter, all American at Cook, and for a local hangout visit Fridas Mexican Grill for potent margaritas!

Where2Wine

An all consuming passion & labor of love drives every winemaker in the Napa Valley. Every winery is special. W2W special favorites: Michael Polenske of Blackbird Vineyards  in Napa, Jason Pahlmeyer (& family) in Oakville and Norman Kiken at Reverie in Calistoga.