Napa New Year Celebrations

What More Could You Ask for Than a Napa New Year?

Napa Valley is an incredible place to visit any time of year — from the picture-perfect vineyards debuting the first buds of spring to the rich taste of a hearty Cabernet Sauvignon during the chilly months of winter. One particularly festive time of year to visit this mecca for wine lovers is during Christmas and New […]

Napa Valley for Christmas

1 of the Best Reasons to Come to Napa Valley for Christmas

One of the most exciting reasons to come to Napa Valley for Christmas is the annual Napa B&B Holiday Tour & Taste Event. This day is full of surprises for your eyes – and your taste buds – as you explore Napa’s beautiful bed and breakfasts decorated for the holidays. In addition, each stop on […]

Reindeer Run

Don’t Miss the 5th Annual Reindeer Run

Grab your reindeer antlers and your Rudolph nose and plan to spend Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, dashing through Napa Valley during the fifth annual Napa Valley Reindeer Run and Walk! This fun event attracts runners and walkers of all ages and speeds for a fun run/walk complete with incredible views of the valley on both […]

Churchill Manor B&B is a great place to stay during the Napa Film Festival

3 Lovely Places to Visit in California in December

December is a wonderful time to travel to California. With the sun shining brightly most days, the temperatures are generally in the 50s, allowing for plenty of opportunities for daytime outdoor activities. The evenings sometimes dip into the 30s, which is perfect for snuggling up by a cozy fire with a glass of California wine […]

unique gifts for the wine lover

2 Unique Gifts for the Wine Lover

If you like to plan ahead for the gift giving season, chances are you are already looking for those perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones. There are few things as challenging as finding that perfect gift, especially for someone that you’ve known most of your life. If you’ve got a wine connoisseur to shower […]

napa valley climate

The Napa Valley Climate is Perfect for Grape Production

The Napa Valley climate is so perfect for growing its world-renowned wines that vines were growing wild when the area was first settled by European immigrants. As they brought their cottage industry production knowledge with them to the new world, they planted vineyards, some of which are still alive today! While the Napa Valley climate […]

art galleries in napa

6 Art Galleries in Napa

Napa Valley has long been known for its artistic community, and the many lovers of art and even collectors who come back each year to peruse the art galleries in Napa and see what the local talent is up to. Trailblazers like Donald Hess started epic collections in the area, inspiring artists and collectors to […]

napa valley performing arts center

Enjoy an Evening at the Napa Valley Performing Arts Center

The perfect day in Napa Valley would probably consist of a winery and vineyard tour or two, followed by an afternoon siesta, from which you will be woken up to enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres only to be ushered out for dinner and a show at the Napa Valley Performing Arts Center. Located in the heart of […]

napa wine shuttle

Make Your Reservation for the Napa Wine Shuttle

Touring wineries is the most popular pastime among people visiting wine country, and Napa Valley is no different. If you are here for a quick trip and planning to see as many breathtakingly beautiful vineyards as possible while here, consider making your trip as safe as possible and saving on a car rental by making […]

how to taste wine

First Time in Napa Valley? Here’s How to Taste Wine

Wine tasting is as ancient a practice as wine production and has long been an expert trade that is now enjoyed recreationally throughout Napa Valley. At one of the area’s many tasting rooms, visitors enjoy the privilege of partaking in this ritual, examining and evaluating wines based on their sensory effects. While sommeliers and buyers will […]