Healdsburg is one of the most idyllic spots to spend a few days in all of California. It’s a larger village, so there’s a plethora of options for visitors who enjoy wine, food, lavishness, or nature. With a quaint downtown and a gorgeous countryside, you’ll likely start planning your return to Healdsburg before you even leave.
Russian River Valley is so full of fantastic wineries, restaurants, shops, and outdoor activities that even lifelong locals haven’t explored it all yet. Give yourself a head start by using the guide below to parse out some of the best places to stay, dine, and drink.
When we talk about Central Sonoma, we’re highlighting the cities of Sebastopol, Graton, Guerneville, and of course Santa Rosa. Each of these cities offers visitors a unique experience, so we’ve taken the guesswork out of play and highlighted some of the best places to sleep, eat, drink, and play for your perfect weekend escape.
About an hour north of San Francisco, Alexander Valley holds more than 100 wineries and a collection of the very best farm-to-table restaurants. Comprised of small yet charming towns like Cloverdale, Geyserville, and Healdsburg, Alexander Valley is home to many skilled artists and artisans, Consider visiting this region if you enjoy unique, original works of art and excellent red wines.
One of the best things about visiting Northern California Wine Country is that you have so many choices when it comes to making the most of those vacation days. The wines available in Sonoma County have something to offer every palate, but more often than not, what pushes folks toward Sonoma County is its stunning coastline.
Sonoma County boasts a variety of activities that are family friendly featuring playing on the beach, hiking, visiting a farm, or just hanging out and eating really good food! The region is ripe for exploring with multi-age groups and perfect for a road trip with the family.
Sonoma County hosts a variety of wine, food, and fun. Many times there is much more to do that can be done in a weekend. Thankfully we can help with a day trip for visitors along Sonoma County’s Highway 12, showcasing the cities of Sonoma and Sebastopol.
Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 21, Out in the Vineyard presents Gay Wine Weekend 2015. This is one of the largest gay wine events in the world and not to be missed. Sonoma County has been named one of America’s top 20 LGBT tourist destinations and the weekend features a busy schedule of LGBT events with world class wine, food, music, and dancing.
Drive down Highway 12, from Santa Rosa to Sonoma, to experience the beauty of Sonoma Valley. Wineries line the rural highway and we would be remiss if we didn’t suggest you explore each one. Knowing that you have the time, and the palate, to only stop at three (maybe four) on your drive through the …
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