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Planning to Visit Napa Valley this Summer?

Planning to Visit Napa Valley this Summer?

Summer is on its way as the vineyards of Napa Valley begin to show some signs of awakening from their winter dormancy. Managers and crews have been busy clearing away the debris from last season’s...

Spring Break Itinerary

Spring Break Itinerary

If you are undecided about your Spring Break destination this year, consider a trip to Napa Valley. Renowned for its first-class wine making, beautiful scenery, commitment to the arts and culture,...

Out-of-the-box date ideas to consider

Out-of-the-box date ideas to consider

Only a short distance from the bustling Bay Area is Napa Valley, one of the world’s most popular destinations for couples, families, and groups to escape, relax, and enjoy. Offering loads of fun...

Mustard Season in Napa Valley

Mustard Season in Napa Valley

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Or one of the most wonderful times... It's Mustard Season in Napa Valley! In late winter and early spring, the rolling hills of Napa Valley turn yellow as...

Do you know how a hot air balloon stays afloat?

Do you know how a hot air balloon stays afloat?

Some time or other, you have likely noticed giant, beautifully decorated hot air balloons drifting slowly across the sky. Perhaps you have wondered what it must be like to float quietly above the...

Plan your Valentine’s Getaway to Napa Valley

Plan your Valentine’s Getaway to Napa Valley

Whether your relationship has only just begun or has survived the experiences of decades, an escape to Napa Valley can rekindle the spark and add memories to those you cherish most. A Valentine’s...

Your Last-Minute Holiday Gift Hero

Your Last-Minute Holiday Gift Hero

Few experiences offer a greater sense of freedom and exhilaration than a hot air balloon ride above the vineyards and communities of Napa Valley. Safe and exciting, passengers are rewarded with a...

Holidays in Napa Valley

Holidays in Napa Valley

Napa Valley is the place to be during the Holidays. After recovering from another frantic and successful harvest season, the remarkable communities and residents of the area are again extending...

Harvest in Napa Valley

Harvest in Napa Valley

From August to early November, diligent crews of Napa Valley head into the vine rows to harvest the fruit of their year-long efforts. From wintertime pruning and preparation through the early bud...

Plan your next company outing in wine country

Plan your next company outing in wine country

If you are looking for a spectacular way to reward your hardworking staff, consider a company outing to the beautiful and fascinating Napa Valley. The weather is terrific, communities and residents...

Halloween in Napa Valley

Halloween in Napa Valley

Halloween is almost here! And this year, the communities and wineries are once again planning lots of spooky, fun, and family-friendly fun things to do in Napa Valley. While Napa Valley always...

What does harvest look like?

What does harvest look like?

It’s harvest season in beautiful Napa Valley once again. And there is no more fascinating perspective to view this burst of activity than from a Napa balloon ride guided by a professional Balloons...

Harvest in Napa Valley

Harvest in Napa Valley

Seeing and participating as harvest season begins is one of the most fun things to do in Napa Valley. This busy time for the vineyard managers and their crews and the 400+ wineries throughout the...

Outdoor Adventures

Outdoor Adventures

With a spectacular setting, delightful year-round weather, and diverse topography, Napa Valley offers more exciting and engaging outdoor adventures than just about any other location. Couples,...

Napa Valley Events: August-September 2022

Napa Valley Events: August-September 2022

Discover fun happening in Napa Valley during August and September 2022! August 2022: Music in the Vineyards – Chamber Music FestivalAugust 3 – August 22, 2022EVERY Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and...

Summer Activities in Napa Valley You Shouldn’t Miss

Summer Activities in Napa Valley You Shouldn’t Miss

Summertime represents the high point of activity in glorious Napa Valley. The weather is warming, vines are maturing, and the businesses and communities are actively preparing many new and recurring...

Napa Valley Events – May & June 2022

Napa Valley Events – May & June 2022

May 18- May 22, 2022 Street Food Napa Valley- Italian Menu Enjoy the tasting experience with Executive Chef John McConnell. Wednesday 11:30am-6pm (patio dining until 5pm), Thursday through...

Start Planning Your Summer Getaway to Napa Valley

Start Planning Your Summer Getaway to Napa Valley

Comfortable temperatures have returned to Napa Valley again, and the views are magnificent. Buds on the grapevines are beginning to break, adding color and contrast to the already remarkable scene....

History of Hot Air Ballooning

History of Hot Air Ballooning

Early Developments While history usually associates the Wright Brothers with fostering the beginnings of human aviation, the actual first human-crewed hot air balloon flights preceded the invention...