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a taste of the valley.

Don’t get me wrong, clearly I love the wine. But half the fun in Napa Valley is the beyond amazing food. In fact, I have been craving it all since we got back. I’ve always known that Texas (particularly Houston) wasn’t all that into healthy eating. That fact resonerated in California, where every place we visited…

party in the garden.

I know, I sound like a broken record. I’m kind of like my hubby– I find something I like and then harp on it. While in Napa, we ALWAYS stop at our fave Round Pond. Even better, over Labor Day weekend, they have their famous Round Pond Garden Party. If you have never been to…

wolverine bit the bullet.

You’re bound to run into some crap everywhere. Such was the case on our trip to Napa and Sonoma this past weekend. In case you missed it, check out my post yesterday on my favorite experiences while we were there. So today is the crap edition and first on the list: Tasting Bars and Wastes…

not all vineyards are created equal.

I’m confident the game of eenie meenie miney moe was created by a Napa Valley virgin. One look at the map, and it’s easy to see what I’m talking about–Napa and Sonoma are each abundantly full of vineyards and tasting rooms, all claiming to have the best juice in the area. So how do you…

sunshine and purple teeth.

Yes, I’ve been M.I.A. That’s because D and I ventured to wine country for a little R&R over the long weekend. We’ve been to the Valley 4 times in less than 2 years– thanks be to our friend’s wedding there– and we absolutely adore the area. (Check out my Moving Beyond Boxed Wine Post Here)…

10 on tuesday– things i love.

It’s that time again– 10 on Tuesday. As my trip is approaching, here are 10 things that I love in regards to travel. Some are tricks, some are splurges, others mere eccentric behaviors. Either way, these 10 things make up what I enjoy as part of our travel experience! So, in no particular order: 10.)…

an afternoon quickie.

Just a little afternoon quickie–I found this article while I was researching my Vegas post from Wednesday. USA Today’s Travel Blogger discusses Caesar Entertainment’s plans to build a Ferris Wheel LARGER than the London Eye. Really? I guess there will need to be a 3rd sequel to the Hangover that will include Phil scaling the structure while being chased…

separates vs. packages– and the winner is?

Along time ago I figured out that travel keeps me sane. The excitement of looking forward to our next adventure makes my mundane days do-able. I frequently came home from a fantastic outing only to find myself down and lonely, rather than rejuvenated. It was awful. So for the last few years, D and I have made it…

10 on tuesday– i’m a thief.

Today on 10 on Tuesday, I couldn’t help but steal from http://www.independenttraveler.com, and share what I consider to be a brilliant list of the 10 most annoying habits from travelers. So, here it is, direct from the author himself, Ed Hewitt. (To see the article as published by travel on MSNBC, click here.) ______________________________________________…